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.
The state wants to link healthcare facility financing to patient recovery
Estonia is considering tying the financing of healthcare institutions to the recovery outcomes of patients.
Diana Ingerainen: Estonia's healthcare needs a quality system
Diana Ingerainen argues that Estonia's healthcare system requires a quality assurance framework to address long waiting times and improve patient outcomes.
Report: More than ten health data registers operate illegally in Finland
A new report reveals that over ten health data registers in Finland are operating without the necessary legal regulations, posing a risk to patient data handling.
Nurses' union claims government policy has led to patient deaths
The Tasmanian Nurses' union alleges that a government policy has resulted in patient deaths in Launceston General Hospital's emergency department due to delayed transfers from paramedics.
The state is considering linking health fund payment to patient recovery
The Estonian government is exploring the possibility of tying health fund payments to patient recovery rates as part of a shift towards value-based healthcare funding models.
'Quantum Bioresonance': Justice Points to Irregular Medical Practice and Prohibits Technique Used by Naturopath in RS
A Brazilian court has prohibited a naturopath from performing and advertising a technique known as 'quantum bioresonance,' citing irregular medical practice and potential harm to patients.
The Other Side of Health Innovation: The Dilemma of Covering All Medications and Devices That Hit the Market
A regional forum in São Paulo discussed the challenges of incorporating innovative medical technologies into healthcare funding, focusing on inefficient spending and the necessity of not covering all approved medications and devices.
How a New Smile Turned into a Legal Case: A Patient Sues the State Over an Incomfortable Dental Prosthesis
A patient is suing the Latvian state for compensation over an uncomfortable dental prosthesis following a traumatic dental experience.
Let's Create a Quality Market with the Patient in Mind
The article discusses the role of the private sector as an essential component of the healthcare system in Poland, arguing for better cooperation between public and private healthcare providers.
Stradiņa Hospital's Nephrologists: Implementing a Unified Quality in Patient Care Can Save Millions
Nephrologists at Stradiņa Hospital in Latvia are advocating for a unified standard of care that could save the healthcare system millions while providing better treatment for kidney patients.
Man arrested after attempting to rape doctor during service at UPA in South Zone of SP
A doctor was the victim of an attempted rape while attending to a patient in a health facility in São Paulo, leading to the arrest of the suspect.
Ana Lluch, oncologist: 'Many times hormonal treatments produce very unpleasant side effects, like hot flashes'
Oncologist Ana Lluch discusses the impact of cancer treatments on daily life and emphasizes the importance of clear information about potential side effects.
Schoolboy had hospital procedure - three weeks later masked man had disturbing news
A Welsh teenager is alerted to a potential health scare after a mysterious masked man visits his home following a hospital procedure.
Woman killed inside therapeutic center in Bahia; patient is suspected of committing the crime
A 43-year-old woman was fatally attacked within a therapeutic center in Camaçari, Bahia, with another patient suspected of involvement.
Dog received immediate service but cancer-stricken woman waited for months
An Icelandic woman's family expresses frustration over the lengthy medical process she faced while seeking treatment for cancer, contrasting it with the immediate attention a dog received for a similar concern.
The Mystery of the 8.01 Million Yen Payment for Adult Guardianship: Angered Relatives, Former Judge Says 'Unbelievable'
A troubling incident related to adult guardianship payments has sparked outrage among relatives of a dementia patient, who feel they were overcharged by the appointed attorney.
For Years They Falsified Patient Data. Without Anyone Noticing. A Primitive Tool Was Enough
A former chief doctor alleges that hundreds of patients unnecessarily received defibrillators due to falsified medical records at the Olomouc University Hospital, with the case currently under police investigation.
The patient's condition worsens after a stroke, and the family is left in the lurch. "The systematic wall must finally be broken down"
A former Polish health minister emphasizes the need for systemic reforms in healthcare to improve outcomes for stroke patients after a family's harrowing experience with a loved one's deteriorating condition.
Electric failure at Pronto-Socorro da Augusto Montenegro causes patient transfers in Belém
An electrical failure at the Dr. Roberto Macedo Emergency Room in Belém led to patient transfers and the suspension of services due to power fluctuations.
Top 5 states with the highest number of safest hospitals, according to new report
A report highlights that Texas, Florida, California, Ohio, and Pennsylvania have the most hospitals recognized for patient safety excellence in the U.S.
HS: Patient records were covertly made permanently confidential
A recent law in Finland has covertly made many previously public historical patient records permanently confidential, raising concerns among researchers and genealogists.
The Ministry of Health suggests that healthcare institutions could charge extra for additional USB drives and assistants
Lithuania's Minister of Health proposes that healthcare facilities should be allowed to charge extra fees for optional services such as USB storage devices and personal assistant services.
Mom had a stroke, fortunately a mild one. At least we thought so - but today she can't walk, doesn't recognize people. What went wrong?
A mother, initially believed to have a mild stroke, faces serious mobility and cognitive issues after an inadequate hospital stay, leading to a call for a discussion on healthcare failures.
Medical confidentiality: what the law says about patients exposed by health professionals with confirmed HIV
A 23-year-old man in Ribeirão Preto, Brazil, reported being publicly humiliated by health professionals after his HIV-positive status was announced out loud, despite laws guaranteeing patient confidentiality.
Eno urges patience on Ibom Deep Seaport, power sector reforms
Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has asked residents to be patient regarding developments in the Ibom Deep Seaport and reforms in the power sector, emphasizing the complexity of these projects.
"You have to pay for time to live." Cancer patient denied medication compensation by the state
A mother battling advanced breast cancer is struggling to afford her life-saving medication after the government denies her compensation.
Motol Hospital has not yet fulfilled corrective measures resulting from the inspection
Motol Hospital in Czechia has not completed required corrective actions following a recent inspection.
"Quality for All": New digital tool for assessment and transparency in the National Health System
A new digital tool named "Quality for All" aims to improve the evaluation and functioning of Greece's health system.
Madrid will compensate a woman with 215,000 euros who was not informed of a test result and ended up with cancer and unable to have children
Madrid has awarded a woman €215,000 after she was not informed of her HPV test results, which led to a cancer diagnosis and infertility.
Boituva City Hall investigates obstetric doctor after complaints of assault and negligence against pregnant patient
A pregnant patient has filed a police report against an obstetric doctor for alleged assault and negligence at a hospital in Boituva, Brazil.
VIDEO: 102-year-old needs to be transferred from ambulance after vehicle gets stuck in interior of SP
An ambulance carrying a 102-year-old man got stuck in a hole on a dirt road in Salto de Pirapora, requiring the patient to be transferred to another rescue vehicle to reach the hospital.
Founder of Oncomed receives Dante de Oliveira Commendation at ALMT
Dr. Cristina Guimarães Inocêncio, a clinical oncologist and director at Oncomed, received the prestigious Dante de Oliveira Commendation from the Mato Grosso Legislative Assembly for her contributions to patient care and oncology.
Hospital cyberattacks threaten patient safety
A ransomware attack on the University of Mississippi Medical Center illustrates the severe impact of cyberattacks on hospital operations and patient safety.
Cancer Patient Evija Rača on the Possibility of Reclaiming Compensation for Misdiagnosis: An Incredible Victory!
Evija Rača has successfully led a campaign to amend the Patient Rights Law in Latvia, allowing for the possibility of reclaiming compensation for years of misdiagnosis.
Civil Police identifies driver who blocked ambulance from Samu in MG
The Civil Police in Brazil's Minas Gerais state have identified a driver who obstructed an ambulance transporting a seriously ill patient, leading to an investigation.
They caught that the doctor used artificial intelligence. The hospital comments on the affair
A hospital in Bydgoszcz faces scrutiny after a 14-year-old patient’s medical report allegedly included text generated by AI, raising ethical concerns about the use of artificial intelligence in medicine.
Allegation of assaults between doctor and patient inside a consulting room at a hospital in Teresina is under investigation by the police
A doctor and a patient have reported each other for assault during an incident at the Hospital da Primavera in Teresina, prompting a police investigation.
Finnish People Give Stark Evaluation on Access to Doctors
In Finland, nearly one in four people feel that they do not have sufficient access to medical services, according to a recent report.
Kaunas Clinics Request Contribution to Vital Aid - Donate Blood
Kaunas Clinics is urgently seeking blood donations, especially for specific blood groups, to address the critical need for blood components in patient care.
Nursing Assistant Sentenced for 186 Data Privacy Offenses - Illegally Accessed Patient Data of Acquaintances in Jyväskylä
A nursing assistant in Jyväskylä has been sentenced to four months of conditional imprisonment for illegally accessing the personal data of 186 individuals.
"The Same Mistakes Repeat." Researcher Signe Asi Reveals a Hidden Bottleneck in Estonian Hospitals
Researcher Signe Asi highlights the need for systemic changes in work organization, attitudes towards errors, and management practices to improve patient safety in Estonian hospitals.
TCU opens investigation into delays in dialysis funding for SUS; clinics warn of risk to patients
The Brazilian Federal Court of Accounts (TCU) has launched an investigation into funding delays affecting dialysis clinics under the Unified Health System (SUS), raising concerns about patient safety.
Doctor who touched patient’s breasts to measure temperature had previously harassed other women, say UPA employees
A doctor in Brazil, João Batista de Resende, is under investigation for sexual harassment after allegedly touching a patient's breasts during a medical examination, with reports suggesting a pattern of similar behavior.
The disease is indeed rare. But they will not receive treatment because they are not exceptional.
The article discusses the challenges faced by patients with rare diseases in accessing treatment due to a lack of recognition and support.
Stabbed heart? Even such a patient can survive. Doctors train for specialized procedures on donor bodies
Doctors in Czechia are training specialized procedures to save patients with severe heart injuries using donor bodies.
The Grim Statistics Show: A Historically High Number Reveals Dark Information About Hospitals
Finland has recorded a historic number of patient injury reports in 2025, with significant implications for healthcare services and operations.
Patient occupied a hospital room for five months - hospital filed a lawsuit
A Florida hospital has filed a lawsuit against a patient who refuses to leave her room after being discharged five months ago.
Fernanda Montes de Oca, clinical doctor and immunology specialist: "Blood pressure does not worsen just because the patient does not take care of themselves"
Experts suggest that high blood pressure is a complex issue that involves more than just lifestyle choices and aging.
Video shows patient with KPC between beds in the ward of Hospital Mário Gatti
Hospital Mário Gatti in Campinas, Brazil, has reported a new case of contamination with the Klebsiella Pneumoniae Carbapenemase (KPC) bacterium in its ward, separate from an ongoing outbreak in its ICU.