Tag: Patient Safety
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Man who buried 17-year-old girl alive sentenced to seven years
Overview of the Case A Haifa District Court has sentenced Edward Kachura, a psychiatric nurse, to seven years in prison for the negligent homicide of a 17-year-old patient in 2021. The court found that Kachura’s actions, described by prosecutors as a grave negligence, led to the girl being buried in sand and left to suffocate.…
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Perth Parents Question Tragic Stillbirth at WA’s Premier Maternity Hospital
Overview A Perth family is seeking answers after their newborn son was left stillborn at what is described as Western Australia’s premier maternity hospital. The couple, who have chosen to speak publicly about their experience, say the birth was chaotic and traumatic, labeling it a “train wreck” and describing gaps in care that they believe…
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Perth family seeks answers after baby born dead at WA maternity hospital
Content warning: This article discusses a bereavement and contains graphic details related to childbirth. Tragic birth sparks questions for a Perth family A Perth family is demanding answers after their baby was born tragically stillborn at a Western Australian maternity hospital. The infant, named Tommy Starkie, was delivered under circumstances that the parents describe as…
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North East Granddad’s Death After Aggressive Lung Cancer Missed on Scan: Family Fights for Answers
Tragic Loss Sparks Call for Review of Lung Cancer Scans The family of Michael Donnelly, a well-loved figure in County Durham, is continuing its fight for answers after he died from an aggressive form of lung cancer last April at the age of 53. They say a crucial lung scan failed to detect the disease…
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North East Granddad’s Painful Fight: Missed Lung Cancer Scan Led to Tragic Death
Tragedy in the North East: A life cut short In a case that has shaken a tight-knit community in County Durham, 53-year-old Michael Donnelly’s death last April has become a rallying point for families demanding greater scrutiny of medical imaging and cancer diagnoses. Described by those who knew him as a “fun-loving” husband, father, and…
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Grapefruit and Pomegranate: Hidden Risks When Taking Statins for Cholesterol
Understanding Statins and Food Interactions Statins are a cornerstone of cholesterol management, helping to lower the risk of heart disease. They work by blocking an enzyme the liver uses to produce cholesterol. While they are highly effective, certain foods and beverages can alter how statins behave in the body. Grapefruit juice is the most well-known…
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New RACGP Guide Helps GPs Safely Deprescribe Antidepressants
Overview: A Step Toward Safer Antidepressant Deprescribing Depression and other mental health concerns are among the most common reasons patients visit general practice. As clinicians strive to provide effective treatment while minimizing harm, the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) has released a practical guide in its First do no harm series. This new…
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Disgraced Surgeon’s US Expansion Plan in Australia Faces Fierce Court Ruling
Overview: A Controversial Plan Under Scrutiny A controversial report has emerged about a prominent surgeon who allegedly sought to expand into the United States while facing serious legal and professional questions in Australia. Shortly after the initial announcements, the Federal Court of Australia delivered a watershed 771-page judgment. The court found that the surgeon downplayed…
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Disgraced Surgeon Plans U.S. Surgery Firm in Australia After Court Ruling
Background: Court findings and a controversial plan on the horizon In a highly scrutinized legal decision, the Federal Court of Australia delivered a lengthy 771-page judgment that cast a harsh light on the professional conduct of a prominent surgeon. The court found that the surgeon downplayed the risks associated with procedures, made false promises to…
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FDA Ditching Black Box Warnings on Low-Dose Estrogen: What It Means for Menopause Care
What Changed and Why It Matters The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a significant regulatory change: it will no longer require the strongest safety notice, the black box warning, on prescription, low-dose estrogen products used to treat perimenopause and menopause. This shift follows a nuanced assessment of the risks and benefits of…