Brazil's former president Jair Bolsonaro received a non-surgical medical procedure to treat his chronic hiccups, which had persisted for months, after undergoing recent hernia surgery. The treatment, targeting his phrenic nerve, was successful, and he is expected to return to his detention at the federal police headquarters to continue serving his sentence for coup plot involvement. Bolsonaro remains a significant political figure amid ongoing legal and political developments in Brazil.
Two of the three Iowa National Guard soldiers injured in a Syria attack have returned to the U.S. and are in stable condition, with ongoing medical care and support for their families, while the third soldier was treated locally and returned to duty.
Popular singer-songwriter Todd Snider has canceled his tour after being violently assaulted outside his hotel in Salt Lake City, resulting in severe injuries and an undetermined recovery period, with fans expressing support and well-wishes.
A Western trainer states that the concept of the 'golden hour' for medical treatment is already unrealistic in Ukraine due to ongoing conflict conditions, with Ukrainian soldiers likely to find the idea laughable, highlighting the brutal realities of war where timely evacuation and care are severely compromised.
A Florida woman, Kristina Andrews, suffered a severe spinal cord injury after falling from a fourth-floor balcony, and her recovery prospects depend on her ability to afford treatment.
Former President Joe Biden underwent Mohs surgery to remove skin cancer lesions from his forehead, following a recent diagnosis of aggressive prostate cancer. The surgery, a precise method for removing skin cancers, was performed after footage showed him with a noticeable scar. Biden's health updates come amid his ongoing treatment for prostate cancer, which was diagnosed three months prior and has a relatively favorable prognosis.
The US State Department has halted all 'medical-humanitarian' visas for Gaza residents to review the process, amid controversy over aid efforts and security concerns, impacting injured Palestinians seeking medical treatment in the US.
Many Americans who believe they are allergic to penicillin are not actually allergic, which can lead to less effective and more expensive treatments. Proper testing, including skin tests or small dose challenges, can accurately determine true allergies, allowing for safer and more appropriate antibiotic use, and reducing antimicrobial resistance.
Erica Kahn, after a bat incident in Arizona, received nearly $21,000 in medical bills for rabies treatment, which was not covered due to a waiting period in her insurance policy. Her experience highlights the importance of understanding insurance options, especially after losing employer coverage, and the high costs of emergency treatments like rabies prevention.
The Israeli military accuses Hamas of using children with preexisting medical conditions, like a boy treated in Israel for a genetic illness, as symbols of famine in Gaza, amid efforts to counter false claims of starvation and highlight the complexities of the humanitarian situation. Despite aid efforts, images of suffering are being scrutinized for potential manipulation or misrepresentation, with some reports clarifying preexisting medical conditions of children previously thought to be starving.
The U.S. Supreme Court has overturned appellate rulings in favor of transgender individuals in four states related to access to medical care and legal recognition, following its decision upholding Tennessee's ban on certain gender-affirming treatments for minors. The Court ordered reexamination of cases from Idaho, North Carolina, Oklahoma, and West Virginia, but did not act on cases involving transgender students in school sports. The rulings challenge protections under the Constitution's equal protection clause for transgender people.
A Honduran mother and her two children, including a boy with leukemia, are suing U.S. immigration authorities to prevent their deportation and seek release from detention, arguing their rights have been violated and highlighting the child's urgent medical needs.
The article discusses the legal and political struggles surrounding transgender rights in the U.S., focusing on the case United States v. Skrmetti, where the Supreme Court upheld Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming treatments for minors, marking a significant setback for the transgender rights movement amid shifting medical consensus and rising political opposition.
Lawyers for R. Kelly claim he overdosed on medication in prison and was hospitalized, alleging a plot to kill him and denial of necessary medical treatment, while federal prosecutors dismiss these claims as exaggerated and manipulative.
Kristopher Mohamed, a 19-year-old from Trinidad and Tobago, has been diagnosed with stage 4 Hodgkin lymphoma and is seeking approximately US$130,000 for treatment, with around US$50,000 raised so far. Despite the diagnosis, he remains hopeful about recovery, emphasizing the importance of support, positivity, and timely medical intervention. His story highlights the urgent need for financial assistance and community support to help him fight the disease and continue his education.
