ME patients in Norway - merge or separate?
The article discusses the ongoing debate in Norway regarding the classification and treatment of ME/CFS patients, highlighting differing opinions among medical professionals.
"They put it on forcefully" โ Laura crawled under the bed to hide from the caregivers, because she was so scared
Laura recounts her traumatic experiences in a Finnish psychiatric hospital, highlighting the lasting scars left by her treatment.
Brazil creates first rule for AI in medicine: diagnosis cannot be automatic and patients may refuse use
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.
Strong criticism against psychiatry: "Patients are powerless"
A new report reveals significant complaints from psychiatric patients about abuse and inadequate treatment, highlighting their feeling of powerlessness.
The number of prescriptions for medical marijuana is once again on the rise. The Patient Rights Ombudsman responds
The rise in medical marijuana prescriptions follows a significant decline tied to upcoming legal changes in Poland that will require in-person patient evaluations.
[Exclusive] 'Patient tied for 10 months' at Bucheon Irum Hospital, now a patient falls to death
A recent incident at Bucheon Irum Hospital, where a patient fell to her death, has raised further concerns after the facility was previously criticized for human rights violations involving the restraints of patients.
JAANUS TANNE โฉ Patient burden: how does insurance work when a person reports a medical error?
The insurance process for reporting medical errors has been simplified for patients, according to Jaanus Tanne of PZU Insurance.
The Boundaries of Medical Secrecy. When Can a Doctor Report a Patient?
The article discusses the legal obligations and exceptions to medical secrecy for doctors in Poland, particularly in cases where disclosure may prevent harm to patients or others.
Let the death row inmates have hope.
A 62-year-old ALS patient in Norway describes her struggle to access life-prolonging medication after being denied participation in clinical trials and treatment options, highlighting the paradox of medical regulations.
Teenage boy asked by NHS staff to tell his deaf mum that her dad was dying
A teenager was required to inform his deaf mother that her father was critically ill due to the NHS's failure to provide a sign language interpreter in a timely manner.
[Exclusive] Joint Investigation by the Ministry of Health and Human Rights Commission on Repeated 'Patient-to-Patient Killings' at Ulsan Bangudae Hospital
A joint investigation has been launched by South Korea's Ministry of Health and the Human Rights Commission into Bangudae Hospital in Ulsan, where incidents of patient-on-patient violence leading to fatalities have occurred repeatedly.
Controls in psychiatric networks after 'Rz' article about their unethical practices
Poland's Psychiatric Association has deemed certain practices of psychiatric networks unethical, leading to investigations by the Patient Rights Ombudsman after reports of restrictions on patient referrals.
Will the Constitutional Court allow it? Vojtฤch's trick aims to break the taboo of Czech healthcare
The Czech Ministry of Health is developing a manual outlining basic healthcare entitlements for patients, while proposing that anything beyond this would be considered 'superior' care, which patients would have to pay for themselves.
Patient groups say criminal charges for fatal medical accidents should not be blocked, violating equality principle
Patient advocacy groups in South Korea have expressed concerns over proposed legislation that would limit prosecutions for medical professionals involved in fatal medical accidents, fearing it might promote negligence towards life.
Sick father, unavailable doctors, and the family at rock bottom: 'Catastrophic failure'
The article discusses the dire situation of a family facing medical negligence and lack of accessible healthcare services in Czechia.
A landmark ruling for patients. It's about delayed medical appointments
A recent ruling reveals significant delays in patient appointments, affecting nearly 20% of visits, leading to accountability for medical facilities.
Patient Rights Advocate: Emergency Room Doors Cannot Be Locked
The patient rights advocate announced a significant ruling against the practice of permanently locking the doors to psychiatric emergency rooms, which was justified by incidents of patient aggression.
Almost 7 in 10 cancer patients are unaware of their rights during treatment, research shows
A study revealed that 68% of cancer patients in Brazil are unaware of their legal rights during treatment, highlighting a significant gap in awareness that affects patient care.
Law for Comprehensive Cancer Care Guarantees Labor Protection for Patient Caregivers
The Organic Law for Comprehensive Cancer Care, approved by the National Assembly, safeguards the labor rights of caregivers for patients suffering from this disease.
World Cancer Day: learn about the rights of patients
On World Cancer Day, a national survey reveals that despite existing public policies and legal rights, cancer patients in Brazil struggle to access their entitlements due to misinformation and bureaucracy.
Mar del Plata: relatives of a patient attacked a clinic worker
A private clinic worker in Mar del Plata was violently attacked by relatives of a patient who entered the health center and assaulted him with helmets, a chair, and punches, while also issuing threatening insults.
Photos of patients with rare diseases in medical publications. RPO intervenes
The article discusses the concerns raised by the Human Rights Defender regarding privacy risks for patients with rare diseases due to the publication of their images in medical literature and recommends protective mechanisms.
The Xunta and the Prosecutor's Office endorse the psychiatric center where the Ombudsman saw multiple irregularities
The Galician government supports patient care at La Robleda psychiatric facility despite an inspection revealing malpractice and rights violations.
Fight against pseudomedicine. When will work on 'Lex Szarlatan' end?
The article discusses the progress of the 'Lex Szarlatan' project aimed at enhancing patient rights and protections against medical misinformation and pseudoscience practices in Poland.
Changes in the National Oncology Strategy. The government has published a draft resolution
The Polish government has proposed amendments to the National Oncology Strategy for 2020-2030, which includes new rights and funding for patient organizations.