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world1 month ago•2 min saved

Italian couple charged for years of hiding daughter's HIV status and neglect

Prosecutors in Bologna, Italy, are seeking charges of grave mistreatment leading to serious injury against a couple accused of concealing their nine-year-old daughter's HIV-positive status during pregnancy and denying her medical care for years, resulting in severe illness before a hospital visit in 2023. The child was born outside a medical establishment and only later received treatment; the parents deny deliberate harm and claim some medical care occurred in Spain. A May hearing is planned to determine intent.

via BBC|

#child-neglect #hiv #italy

health1 month ago•4 min saved

From Barings to a Second Act: Nick Leeson Living Fully After Cancer

Nick Leeson, the trader whose unauthorized trades toppled Barings Bank, survived colon cancer diagnosed during a prison sentence after surgery and six months of chemotherapy; decades later he has had regular colonoscopies with no recurrence and credits a proactive mindset and ongoing medical care for a full life, while continuing a familiar lifestyle of exercise and occasional indulgences and avoiding self-diagnosis online.

via Business Insider|

#cancer-survivor #colon-cancer #health

entertainment5 months ago•1 min saved

Hollywood Legend Sally Kirkland, 84, Enters Hospice Amid Health Challenges

Sally Kirkland, a renowned actress and Golden Globe winner, is in hospice care in Palm Springs after being diagnosed with dementia and suffering from life-threatening infections following a fall, with her friends raising funds for her urgent medical needs.

via AL.com|

#actress #dementia #entertainment

entertainment5 months ago•1 min saved

Golden Globe Winner Sally Kirkland Enters Hospice Care

Legendary actress Sally Kirkland is in hospice care in Palm Springs due to a battle with dementia and recent life-threatening infections, with her friend Cody Galloway by her side; a new film about her life, 'Sallywood,' is set to be released on Amazon Prime.

via TMZ|

#dementia #entertainment #golden-globe

local-news6 months ago•2 min saved

Uninsured Man with Flesh-Eating Bacteria Discharged, Hospital Responds

A Jacksonville man with flesh-eating bacteria claims he was discharged early from the hospital due to lack of insurance, but the hospital states they treat all patients compassionately and encourage financial assistance. The man is now worried about his health and his business, but his leg may avoid amputation. The CDC provides guidelines to prevent such infections.

via News4JAX|

#flesh-eating-bacteria #hospital-discharge #jacksonville

world7 months ago•2 min saved

US suspends Gaza visas amid controversy over medical and political issues

The US State Department has halted issuing visas to children from Gaza seeking medical treatment following an online campaign by far-right influencer Laura Loomer, who falsely claimed the children were involved in terrorism, leading to a review of the visa process.

via The Guardian|

#gaza #hamas #laura-loomer

world8 months ago•3 min saved

British Couple in Taliban Custody Faces Uncertain Fate

A British couple detained by the Taliban in Afghanistan for five months faces deteriorating health and potential death in prison, with concerns raised by their son, the UN, and human rights advocates about their inhumane conditions and lack of medical treatment.

via BBC|

#afghanistan-detention #british-couple #human-rights

health9 months ago•2 min saved

Eric Dane Embraces Acting and Life Despite ALS Diagnosis

Eric Dane, known for 'Grey's Anatomy' and 'Euphoria,' expressed gratitude for his financial stability amid his ALS diagnosis and highlighted the importance of insurance reforms to reduce delays in care, acknowledging the broader struggles faced by many Americans.

via USA Today|

#als #eric-dane #health

health9 months ago•3 min saved

Health Insurers Commit to Simplifying Care Approval Processes

Health insurers, covering 257 million people, have committed to streamlining and simplifying the preapproval (prior authorization) process to improve access to care, reduce delays, and increase transparency, with a goal to implement changes by January 2027.

via CNN|

#health #health-insurers #insurance-industry

healthcare9 months ago•5 min saved

Health Insurers Commit to Reforming Prior Authorization Processes

Major health insurers have pledged to reform the controversial practice of prior authorization, aiming to speed up decision-making, reduce delays, and improve transparency for patients and doctors, amid mounting criticism and regulatory pressure.

via The New York Times|

#healthcare #insurers #medical-care

health9 months ago•2 min saved

UK Father of Four Dies at 40 from Colon Cancer After Misdiagnosed Stomach Ache

A 40-year-old man from Kent died eight months after being diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer that had spread throughout his body, highlighting the importance of seeking medical attention for persistent symptoms. Despite undergoing chemotherapy and family fundraising efforts, his prognosis was grim, and he urged others to get checked early to avoid similar outcomes.

via AOL.com|

#cancer-awareness #colon-cancer #early-detection

health1 year ago•2 min saved

Harvey Weinstein Hospitalized Amid Leukemia Diagnosis

Harvey Weinstein, the former Hollywood producer and convicted sex offender, has been hospitalized in New York due to an alarming blood test result, according to his lawyer. Weinstein, who is suffering from multiple health issues including leukemia and bone marrow cancer, is reportedly not receiving adequate medical care in prison. His hospitalization comes amid ongoing legal proceedings, including a retrial in New York set for 2025 and a separate sexual assault case. Weinstein's health and legal battles continue to unfold as he serves a 16-year sentence in Los Angeles.

via Newsmax|

#blood-test #harvey-weinstein #health

health1 year ago•0 min saved

Harvey Weinstein Hospitalized Amid Leukemia Diagnosis and Alarming Blood Test

Harvey Weinstein has been hospitalized at Bellevue Hospital in New York City for urgent treatment following an alarming blood test result, according to his lawyer. Weinstein, who is awaiting a new trial on sexual assault charges and is currently held at Rikers Island, has been diagnosed with several illnesses, including leukemia. His legal team claims he is receiving inadequate medical care and is suing New York City and its Department of Correction for negligence. Weinstein's spokesperson describes his treatment as cruel and unusual punishment.

via ABC News|

#harvey-weinstein #health #hospitalization

news1 year ago•2 min saved

Ex-Rep. Michael Grimm Paralyzed in Polo Accident

Former U.S. Rep. Michael Grimm, a New York Republican, is paralyzed from the chest down after a horse-riding accident during a polo tournament. Grimm, who resigned from Congress in 2015 following a tax fraud conviction, is receiving treatment at the Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation. Friends have set up a GoFundMe to cover his medical expenses, which are expected to be substantial. Grimm, a former Marine and FBI agent, had been an avid polo player. The fundraising effort has raised over $260,000 so far.

via CBS News|

#fundraising #medical-care #michael-grimm

health2 years ago•2 min saved

Teen's Vocal Cord Mishap: Coin Lodged in Throat Shocks Doctors

A California teen had to be hospitalized after swallowing a quarter, which became lodged sideways in his air passage, causing hoarseness and swallowing problems. Despite the unusual positioning of the coin, doctors were able to remove it with forceps during a bronchoscopy under general anesthesia, and the boy was discharged home with his symptoms abated. This incident highlights the common occurrence of children swallowing coins and the potential risks associated with foreign objects in the airway.

via New York Post |

#california #health #medical-care