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technology17 days ago•14 min saved

AI in the OR raises safety alarms as malfunctions and lawsuits mount

Reuters documents safety concerns with AI-enabled medical devices, notably Johnson & Johnson’s Acclarent TruDi Navigation System, which added AI in 2021 and is tied to malfunctions and injuries, including misidentified anatomy and strokes, with several lawsuits alleging AI contributed to harm. The FDA reports thousands of AI-powered device alerts and dozens of recalls as regulators struggle to keep pace with rapid AI adoption in medicine, highlighting ongoing questions about safety and oversight as AI expands in the field.

via Reuters|

#ai-in-medicine #fda-oversight #medical-devices

health17 days ago•73 min saved

Hidden Truths Behind the White Coat: Medical Pros Speak Out

A BuzzFeed roundup collects anonymous testimonies from doctors, nurses, and other healthcare workers who reveal hard truths about the field—understaffing, assaults on staff, profit-driven decisions, overuse of imaging, supply issues, and bureaucratic pressures—arguing for systemic reforms to protect patients and healthcare workers.

via buzzfeed.com|

#doctors #health #healthcare

healthcare1 month ago•2 min saved

Thousands of NYC Nurses Strike Over Staffing and Pay

Nearly 15,000 nurses at major New York City hospitals walked off the job, demanding minimum staffing ratios, higher pay, and safer working conditions at institutions including NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia, Montefiore, and Mount Sinai, potentially marking one of the city’s biggest health-care labor battles in years.

via The New York Times|

#healthcare #nurse-strike #nyc-hospitals

health1 month ago•9 min saved

Minimal scrutiny of ads promising 'dream bodies' with low-risk cosmetic surgery

The article highlights the lack of scrutiny and regulation over cosmetic surgery advertising promising minimal risks and quick results, amid reports of patient injuries and deaths, raising concerns about transparency, informed consent, and the need for stricter oversight.

via NBC News|

#advertising #cosmetic-surgery #health

health2 months ago•5 min saved

Starmer criticizes doctors' strike amid NHS disruption fears

Prime Minister Keir Starmer criticized the ongoing five-day strike by NHS resident doctors in England, calling it 'dangerous' and urging doctors to prioritize patient care. The strike, driven by demands for better pay and training opportunities, has led to significant disruptions in NHS services amid a surge in winter illnesses. The government and union remain at an impasse, with concerns about the impact on patient safety and NHS operations during the holiday season.

via BBC|

#doctors-strike #health #nhs

health2 months ago•4 min saved

87-Year-Old Man Waits Seven Hours for Ambulance on Garden Centre Floor

An 87-year-old man in Scotland waited seven hours on a garden centre floor for an ambulance after falling and breaking his leg, highlighting ongoing issues with ambulance response times in Scotland. The Scottish Ambulance Service apologized, citing significant pressure on the system, and the incident has led to increased public concern about emergency response reliability.

via BBC|

#ambulance-delays #elderly-fall #health

health2 months ago•4 min saved

Father of Two Dies from Sepsis After 34-Hour Wait for Medication

A man with disabilities died from sepsis after waiting 34 hours for antibiotics at Bassetlaw Hospital in England, with investigations revealing the delay was avoidable and contributed to his death, highlighting issues in communication and treatment protocols within the NHS.

via AOL.com|

#health #hospital-delay #medication-error

health2 months ago•4 min saved

Father of Two Dies from Sepsis After 34-Hour Wait for Medication

A man with disabilities died from sepsis after waiting 34 hours for antibiotics at Bassetlaw Hospital, England, due to hospital delays and communication failures, which a new investigation deemed avoidable.

via Yahoo News Canada|

#health #hospital-delay #medication-error

health2 months ago•3 min saved

Nurse Struck Off for Humiliating and Harmful Treatment of Patient

A nurse with 40 years of experience was struck off after mistreating a paralyzed patient at Prince Charles Hospital, including applying a burning liquid to his genitals and causing him physical and emotional harm. The Nursing and Midwifery Council upheld all allegations, condemning his intimidating and humiliating behavior, and emphasized the importance of patient safety and dignity.

via BBC|

#health #hospital-misconduct #nurse-misconduct

health2 months ago•9 min saved

Doctors Warn Against the Worst Mistake at Urgent Care

The article emphasizes that the worst mistake at urgent care is going there during a true medical emergency, and highlights the importance of understanding when to choose urgent care versus the emergency room to ensure safety and proper treatment.

via HuffPost|

#emergency-room #health #health-emergencies

health4 months ago•3 min saved

Insurers' Unsolicited Cologuard Tests Raise Concerns

Insurance companies are sending unsolicited colorectal cancer screening kits like Cologuard directly to patients, often without proper medical guidance, leading to potential misdiagnoses, unnecessary anxiety, and undermining of doctor-patient trust. Experts emphasize that screening should be personalized and involve healthcare providers, with colonoscopy remaining the gold standard for effective detection and prevention.

via The Hill|

#cologuard #colorectal-cancer #health

health4 months ago•5 min saved

Staunton Clinic Owner's Nursing License Suspended by State Board

The owner of a Staunton clinic, Amy Kubler, had her nursing license suspended by the Virginia Board of Nursing due to allegations of improper opioid prescribing, poor record-keeping, and concerns over her health and substance abuse issues, following multiple patient safety violations and a previous reprimand for inappropriate conduct.

via The News Leader | Staunton, VA|

#health #medical-misconduct #nursing-license-suspension

health5 months ago•3 min saved

Concerns Over Patient Comfort at Belfast Mental Health Unit

Patients at a Belfast mental health unit are still sleeping on sofas due to ongoing building problems, including leaks and mould, despite recent repairs. The £33m facility, opened six years ago, faces extensive damage from water system failures, with repair costs estimated up to £10m. The trust is working with legal advisors to determine liability and has plans to rehome patients temporarily, but capacity issues persist. The facility also faces safety upgrades following a ligature risk notice from health inspectors.

via BBC|

#belfast #building-issues #health

health5 months ago•4 min saved

English GPs adopt 'Jess's rule' to prevent missed serious illnesses

In response to a tragic case where a young woman died from undiagnosed cancer despite multiple GP visits, the NHS has introduced Jess's Rule, urging GPs to re-evaluate patients after three unproductive appointments to prevent missed serious illnesses, especially in young and minority patients.

via BBC|

#cancer-diagnosis #early-detection #gps

healthcare5 months ago•1 min saved

Hospitals face penalties for infection reports; testing isn't always the answer

Hospitals are sometimes discouraging infection testing to avoid regulatory fines for hospital-acquired infections, leading to potential underreporting and compromised patient care, a problem known for over a decade but unaddressed by policymakers.

via statnews.com|

#health-policy #healthcare #hospital-infections