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Two doctors from the Monaldi Hospital in Naples have been suspended following the death of a young patient, with further disciplinary measures anticipated.

A troubling chat among nurses reveals concerns over a failed heart transplant on a young patient named Domenico at Monaldi Hospital.

A 77-year-old woman in Brazil is facing significant delays for necessary ear surgery at the Metropolitan Hospital, a concerning situation echoing the challenges of public healthcare access.

An alarming incident has surfaced regarding the alleged injuries sustained by an elderly woman at Rokiškis hospital, sparking outrage and calls for accountability.

An 83-year-old patient in Lleida has raised concerns between swine flu and a separate outbreak of swine plague, which is not transmissible to humans.

A judge has converted the arrests of two suspects involved in the killing of a patient at a hospital in Teresina, Brazil, into preventive detention due to their inability to participate in a custody hearing.

A doctor has been sentenced to two years in prison for failing to diagnose herpes encephalitis in a patient who later died.

A family discovered maggots in the mouth of a gravely ill patient during a visit to an ICU in Brazil, leading to a police investigation.

Sweden's Minister of Social Services, Camilla Waltersson Grönvall, acknowledges the need for improved patient safety after meeting with the Deaf Association regarding the lack of sign language interpreters in hospitals.

A cyberattack on 1,500 doctors in France at the end of 2025 resulted in the leak of personal data of 15 million patients, according to the company responsible for the software.

A Lithuanian psychiatrist discusses the challenges faced by healthcare professionals in Lithuania, highlighting aggressive patients, high workloads, and bureaucratic burdens as key issues driving emigration.

Michel Sadelain, a key figure in CAR-T therapy, discusses the advancements in cancer treatment and the ongoing challenges in targeting solid tumors.

Dr. Punam Krishan advises patients on what questions to ask their GP when prescribed medication on BBC Morning Live.

The article discusses the struggles and personal reflections of an ALS patient, highlighting the absence of a heroic narrative in their battle against the disease.

A new patient registry aims to address the long wait times for diagnosis faced by individuals with rare diseases in Czechia.

Catalonia has reported a case of swine flu in an elderly patient in Lleida, with no known animal contact, raising concerns about person-to-person transmission.

A cyberattack on Nippon Medical University Musashikosugi Hospital has resulted in the leakage of personal information affecting up to 130,000 individuals.

The Landspítali University Hospital in Iceland is implementing a new emergency room structure aimed at improving patient flow and reducing wait times.

A pharmacist, Eunice Wu, has founded a company aimed at alleviating the administrative burdens on pharmacists, allowing them to focus more on patient care.

Brazil's Federal Medical Council has established its first specific guideline governing the use of artificial intelligence in medical practice, emphasizing that AI must serve as a supportive tool rather than a replacement for human clinical judgment.

A massive leak of personal data from patients, including names, phone numbers, and doctor's notes, has occurred due to a cyberattack affecting a software used by 3,800 doctors in France.

The Italian Dental Quality Consortium (CIQO) is solidifying its role within an increasingly organized dental market, as patient spending rises by 4.5% over the last two years.

An employee at Akademiska hospital in Uppsala has been charged with causing another person's death after a patient died due to incorrect setup of a nutrient drip.

An employee at Akademiska Hospital is charged with causing the death of an elderly patient due to a mishandling of an infusion pump.

The article discusses the author's reflections on life after a significant illness and the heightened awareness of safety and responsibility in healthcare.

Lithuania has allocated over 22 million euros for the treatment of very rare diseases, allowing 469 patients to receive necessary medical care without financial burden.

The Chairman of the Skåne University Hospital's hospital board, Maria Berglund, addresses concerns about changes in maternity ward practices, clarifying they do not stem from cost-cutting measures.

Estonia is considering new legislation that would allow for three different methods to restrain dangerous patients, expanding options beyond current regulations.

Patients in Ostrava are expressing dissatisfaction with the dental emergency services due to perceived arrogance from the staff.

A Latvian patient shares her journey through cancer treatment and emphasizes the importance of support programs for psychological recovery.

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.

Fernando Henrique Dardis was acquitted of the murder of a patient, despite having previously faked his own death to escape justice.

Doctors at the Metropolitan Hospital in Santa Rita, Brazil, have reported significant errors in diagnostic reports, claiming that these issues may jeopardize patient safety.

Two suspects have been charged with qualified homicide for the killing of a 29-year-old patient inside a hospital in Teresina, Brazil.

A doctor has testified that Myles Gray, who died during a police encounter in 2015, had been using unprescribed testosterone and that it could have exacerbated his bipolar disorder.

The regional medical council conducted an inspection at Areolino de Abreu Hospital following a fatal incident, uncovering significant security and structural deficiencies.

There was a violent altercation between intern doctors and nursing staff at the Trauma Ward of BRD Medical College in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, resulting in injuries and disruption in patient care.

'I brought my son and wanted to go home with him alive,' says mother of patient dead at Areolino de Abreu Hospital.

The Icelandic Supreme Court upheld the conviction of nurse Steina Árnadóttir for manslaughter due to negligence in the death of a patient.

Pedro Araújo da Silva, a 29-year-old man found dead at Areolino de Abreu Hospital in Teresina, Brazil, was expected to be discharged after nearly a month of hospitalization before his untimely death.

Fernando Henrique Dardis, a fake doctor, is on trial for the murder of patient Helena Rodrigues, after having previously faked his own death to escape legal consequences.

Three doctors and pharmacists are suspected of committing large-scale fraud related to Botox medication in Sweden, leading to over five million kronor in improper payments.

A patient was found dead in Areolino de Abreu Hospital in Teresina, having been suffocated and then burned.

A dental clinic in Kaunas, Lithuania, offers modern dentistry services emphasizing patient care and advanced technology to enhance smiles and oral health.

A woman suffered from severe respiratory issues and organ lesions, ultimately revealing a living organism in her brain after extensive medical examinations.

A hospital in Gliwice, Poland, showcased images of its meals, sparking a mix of reactions online regarding the quality and nutritional value of hospital food.

A serious case of negligence at Rajkot Civil Hospital resulted in an 18-year-old jaundice patient being mistakenly reported as having blood cancer, leading to panic among her family.

The Fenasaúde entity is challenging a resolution from the Federal Council of Medicine (CFM) that modifies the auditing of medical procedures for patients in Brazil.

A new report reveals significant complaints from psychiatric patients about abuse and inadequate treatment, highlighting their feeling of powerlessness.

The article discusses the need to transfer patients from hospitals under certain conditions in Iceland.