Medicover President: Let’s Create a Quality Market with Patient Focus
The President of Medicover, Dr. Artur Białkowski, advocates for developing a healthcare market in Poland that prioritizes quality and patient care, suggesting that private healthcare facilities investing in modern technologies should be able to access national funding contracts.
[Exclusive] Mother who sent son to facility and turned her back... Court says to pay 40 million won in support payments
A family court ruling has mandated a mother to pay her son 40 million won in support payments for neglecting her caregiving duties and sending him to a care facility.
A new map of maternity wards in Poland is being created. Criteria have been announced that must be met.
The Polish Ministry of Health is planning a new map of maternity wards to address the dramatic decline in birth rates and the subsequent closures of maternity facilities.
Record deaths in US immigration custody expose systemic failures
A significant increase in deaths in US immigration custody during the Trump administration raises concerns about transparency and care standards within detention facilities.
They kept me in an ice bath and forced me to eat feces. From Hollywood diva to lobotomy
Frances Farmer's autobiography reveals horrific abuse and mistreatment she endured in psychiatric facilities during her rise and fall as a Hollywood star.
Debt of R$ 8 million: company suspends delivery of hospital supplies and impacts surgeries in Cuiabá
A hospital supply company has suspended deliveries to facilities in Cuiabá due to a debt of around R$ 8 million owed by the local government, affecting elective surgeries and emergency care.
B.C. faces long-term care shortage, and decision to delay facilities is drawing fire
A British Columbia resident's struggle to find long-term care for his disabled brother highlights a critical care facility shortage in the region and dissatisfaction over recent government delays in construction projects.
Elderly man escaped from care home in Luleå at night – sustained frostbite
Two incidents involving elderly residents escaping from care homes in Luleå have raised concerns about safety protocols.
District Hospital Wolfratshausen: Faster Help in Mental Emergencies
The new District Hospital in Wolfratshausen offers improved mental health services with facilities for adults, children, and adolescents, addressing the rising need for psychological care.
The John Walter Case: The Supreme Court Will Not Review the Case
The Supreme Court of Sweden has decided not to review the case of John Walter, who drowned after escaping from a care facility in 2021.
Aged care minister pursues claims homes charging premium for basic services
Aged Care Minister Sam Rae is investigating claims that aged care facilities are charging residents for basic services previously included in standard care.
"This place is not suited for any sexy games." A new exhibition tells the story of intimacy among Czech seniors
A new exhibition titled 'Sexy Silver' explores the intimate lives of Czech seniors, revealing social challenges and expectations around sexuality in care facilities.
Playing with fire. The collapse of many internists will backfire on the Czech Republic, there are more reasons
The disappearance of internal medicine beds in small hospitals in Czechia is driven by low insurance reimbursements, leading to existential problems for these facilities as the aging population increases the demand for such care.
UP: Rats gnawed at the body, made a hole in the waist... The corpse kept in the mortuary was gnawed by mice
A family in Mirzapur, India, has alleged that rats gnawed on their deceased relative's body in a hospital mortuary, raising concerns about hygiene and care in medical facilities.
"Visiting Protection Facilities"... Gyeonggi-do Supports On-site Veterinary Services for Abandoned Animals
Gyeonggi-do has launched a new initiative where veterinarians visit private animal protection facilities to provide medical care for abandoned animals.
Decline in GP home visits drives vulnerable people into care homes
An 85% decline in GP home visits in Australia has led to vulnerable populations, including the elderly and chronically ill, being admitted to care facilities prematurely due to lack of accessible medical care.
Residents of Manduri report wait times of up to two months for dental care in the public system: 'immense delay,' says patient
Residents in Manduri, Brazil, are experiencing long wait times of over two months for dental care in public health facilities.
Warm shower, care, and laundry: specialized care van available in Daugavpils
A specialized care van is now available in Daugavpils, providing essential hygiene services to the elderly and disabled who lack basic facilities at home.
Lagos warns residents against unlicensed health facilities
The Lagos State Health Facility Monitoring and Accreditation Agency has advised residents to seek care only from accredited facilities to avoid health hazards from unlicensed providers.
Aged care bushfire evacuation plans are unrealistic, union warns
A major union warns that Australian aged care facilities lack realistic bushfire evacuation plans, putting residents at risk during emergencies.
Cold treatment for the elderly - Illegal situation revealed
A report reveals that nearly 2,300 elderly people were waiting for care facilities in Finland at the end of 2025, highlighting illegal waiting times that exceed three months in some areas.
Strengthening Standards for Emergency Room Specialists ... 1 Specialist for Every 5,000 Patients in Regional Centers
To enhance the capacity for severe and emergency patient care, new standards for staffing and facilities in regional and local emergency medical centers are being implemented.
Weeks or months for significant changes in the emergency department
The article discusses the expected timeline for major changes in Iceland's emergency department facilities.
Gpaci Hospital completes renovation two years after flood that inundated facility in Sorocaba
Gpaci Hospital in Sorocaba, Brazil, has completed its renovation two years after being flooded, enhancing its facilities for patient care and safety.
Video of a Young Woman Crying on a Wheelchair at Dehradun Coronation Hospital Goes Viral
A video showing a young woman crying in a wheelchair at Dehradun's Coronation Hospital has gone viral, raising serious concerns about healthcare facilities.
Old Prague hospitals will become LDN, plans Vojtěch
Vojtěch intends to convert old hospitals in Prague into long-term care facilities.
Surprise Inspections of Elderly Care Homes to Begin – Reason: Unclear Death Cases
Unannounced inspections of elderly care facilities in Finland will increase due to unusual death cases reported this winter, according to the National Supervisory Authority for Welfare and Health (LVV).
Letter to the Editor. State Child Industry is the Reality Behind a False Self-Image
A researcher argues for the dissolution of state-run facilities for children and youth and advocates for transferring responsibility to regional authorities for better care.
Seniors in Social Care Facilities / Why Families Place Them There and How the Process Works? There Are More Applicants Than Available Spots
The article discusses the increasing number of seniors being placed in social care facilities due to health complications and the challenges families face in providing care at home.
Civet: Father Antonios preferred television interviews instead of testifying in court
Father Antonios chose to give television interviews rather than appear in court to avoid questions about his alleged abuses in children's care facilities.
Elderly man escaped outside in the cold and later died – caregivers report increased dangerous situations in care facilities
Caregivers in Finland are reporting a rise in dangerous situations within elderly care facilities, highlighted by an unusual death of an elderly patient who escaped outside in freezing temperatures.
"We siblings are just working people"
Baldvin Björgvinsson expresses concern over the long wait for his elderly mother to secure a place in a nursing home due to a significant shortage of facilities in Iceland.
Waiting for a nursing home: 'It can take from four weeks to four years'
A son expresses concern over the long waiting times for nursing home placement for his elderly mother with Alzheimer’s, highlighting a critical shortage of facilities in Iceland.
The number of private care facilities for seniors is increasing, but not for apartments
Poland faces a growing challenge in its long-term care system for the elderly as the population ages, with an urgent need for more care facility spaces.
Elderly Fear Being Trapped in Hospitals Due to the Situation
Elderly individuals in Iceland are expressing fear of being stuck in hospitals for extended periods due to a shortage of nursing care facilities.
Strike Hits Healthcare Facilities on Tuesday - "Disruptions to Operations Are Expected"
A strike in the private social services sector will take place from February 17 to February 19, mainly affecting care homes in Lapland and Northern Ostrobothnia.
Comment: The life of an elderly person is cheap – and it's becoming costly for Finland
This article discusses the troubling incidents surrounding elderly care in Finland, highlighting a recent death in a hospital and several alarming cases in care facilities that raise serious concerns about the treatment of senior citizens.
Ulla Järvi's Column: No One Counts the 'Forced Relocations' of the Elderly
Ulla Järvi discusses the emotional impact of relocating elderly relatives to distant care facilities in Finland, highlighting the challenges faced by families.
In Kurzeme, increased hospital occupancy; NMPD may redirect patients to other hospitals
Hospitals in the Kurzeme region of Latvia are experiencing heightened occupancy, leading to the National Emergency Medical Service (NMPD) being permitted to redirect patients to other medical facilities to ensure continuous care.
Medical, Housing, and Care All in One: Chuncheon to Create the First ‘Retirement Village’ in the Country
Chuncheon city in South Korea is set to establish the country's first retirement village that combines medical, housing, and caregiving facilities.
Work to Reduce Patient Numbers and Transfer Others
Health Minister Alma Möller expresses concern over the state of the hospital and emphasizes the need to reduce patient numbers by transferring those who have completed treatment to other facilities.
Four elderly people have died under unclear circumstances in care facilities - authorities concerned about the exceptional situation
Authorities in Finland are investigating the suspicious deaths of four elderly individuals in care facilities, raising alarm about potential oversight failures within these institutions.
The volunteers who hug babies that are alone in Chile: 'It is impressive how children bloom'
In Chile, volunteers are providing crucial emotional support to abandoned and unvisited infants in hospitals and care facilities, emphasizing the transformative impact of love and companionship on child development.
Resident defecated in bed - reprimanded by staff
A patient in a special care facility in western Sweden defecated in bed and was harshly reprimanded by a staff member, which has led to a report under Sweden's Lex Sarah law.
This is old-fashioned romanticism of large-scale operations
Trygve Slagsvold Vedum, leader of the Centre Party in Norway, criticizes the Conservative Party's proposal for a new municipal reform, calling it outdated and warning of negative consequences such as the closure of elderly care facilities and school centralization.
The Rapid Increase of Elderly Population Requiring End-of-Life Care and the Lack of Nursing Facilities and Crematoria
South Korea faces a significant shortage of nursing facilities and crematoria for its rapidly growing elderly population requiring end-of-life care.
Construction of the Kretinga Hospital's Emergency and Urgent Care Department Completed
The construction of an extension at Kretinga Hospital has been completed, featuring new facilities for emergency care and various medical departments.
“Victims of facilities and overseas adoptees call for the establishment of a third investigation bureau for the Truth and Reconciliation Commission”
Victims from collective care facilities and overseas adoptees demand the creation of a third investigation bureau within South Korea's Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) focused on their issues.
65 people at 5 care facilities in Shiga suffer from food poisoning due to norovirus; 1 dead
In Shiga Prefecture, 65 individuals from five care facilities experienced symptoms of vomiting and diarrhea after consuming the same lunch, leading to one death attributed to norovirus food poisoning.
South Sudan: Save the Children suspends its activities in the east of the country
Save the Children has suspended its operations in eastern South Sudan following a series of attacks on its facilities, affecting access to care for hundreds of children and families.