Newcastle Hospitals blames computer error for losing patient letters
The healthcare regulator has sought urgent assurances over patient safety at Newcastle Hospitals. Source link
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Hull cataract patient brings legal action over vision loss
Christian Beadell, a partner at Fletchers Solicitors, which is representing them, said: “The complications they suffered range from very mild conditions to loss of vision in extreme cases, when raised pressure was allowed to continue without early intervention.” Source link
Apollo Hospitals | First Aid in Seizure | What to do in case of seizure ?
Apollo Hospitals is the leading multi-specialty hospitals group in India. Learn the appropriate first aid in case of a seizure , from our medical experts and be prepared to handle medical emergencies. Stay calm, loosen anything around the person’s neck Do not restrain them or put anything in their mouth, clear the area around them, […]
Lauren Bridges: Out-of-area patient died in 'cry for help', inquest jury finds
Lauren Bridges, 20, died after being moved to a mental health hospital 250 miles from her home. Source link
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AI: Stroke patient helped to walk by high-tech trousers
Julie Lloyd is trialling the high-tech garment that helps paralysed people’s rehabilitation. Source link
Shropshire patient left to change in hospital corridor 'felt exposed'
A hospital trust says it aims to maintain patients’ dignity amid operational pressures. Source link
Mental health nurse who had sex with patient in Shropshire struck off
Samantha Bourton also visited the patient outside work hours in May 2021, a panel heard. Source link
Wrexham nurse sacked after death of secret lover patient in car park
The patient died after being found unresponsive and partially clothed in a hospital car park. Source link
Northern Ireland Health: Waiting list patient communication 'in disarray'
The department said it will continue to work closely with NIPSO, GPs and health and social care trusts to improve access to waiting time information for patients, but that a number of the recommendations within the report would require additional resources, both financial and staffing, at a time of severe budgetary pressures. Source link