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thesouthafrican.comscience22 days ago
Study Finds Link Between NHS Trust 'Empathy Scores' and Better CQC Safety Ratings, But No Causation Proven
A new study links modest increases in empathy scores at NHS trusts to improved Care Quality Commission ratings and lower spending on agency staff. The research examined organisational culture, leadership behaviour and practitioner empathy across England.
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Patients Receive Cancer and Other Serious Diagnoses via NHS App and Phone Calls
Patients have learned they have cancer and other serious conditions including Parkinson's disease and chronic kidney disease through the NHS app, video consultations and telephone calls. Campaigners have accused the NHS of failing in its duty of care by not delivering such diagno…
Mikael Häggström, M.D. Author info - Reusing images- Conflicts of interest: None Mikael Häggström, M.D., U-M Medical School / Wikimedia (Public domain)business73 days ago
Ikonopedia and Calvient Announce Partnership for Breast Imaging Communication
Ikonopedia and Calvient announced a partnership on April 13, 2026, in Dallas to improve communication between breast imaging providers and patients. The collaboration integrates Ikonopedia's workflow tools with Calvient's secure digital capabilities to support timely follow-up ca…
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South Korea Faces Challenges in Emergency Room Access Despite Advanced Medical System
Hundreds of patients in South Korea encounter difficulties each year in obtaining emergency care, despite the country's advanced medical infrastructure. These delays have resulted in fatalities for some individuals. The issue highlights gaps in the availability of emergency servi…
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Study Demonstrates Team-Based Approach to Improving Blood Pressure Control in Patients
A study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association highlights a team-based intervention that helped patients achieve blood pressure targets. The approach involved primary care teams using electronic health records and patient outreach. Researchers noted the meth…
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Changes in Health Coverage Expose Stable Patients to Renewed Risks
Patients with chronic conditions who have maintained stability for years face renewed health risks due to alterations in their insurance coverage. According to STAT News, these changes occur independently of disease progression. The situation highlights vulnerabilities in the hea…
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JAMA Psychiatry Paper Recommends Therapists Discuss Patients' AI Use for Mental Health
A paper published in JAMA Psychiatry recommends that mental health providers routinely inquire about patients' use of artificial intelligence for emotional support and health information. The authors argue this practice could improve understanding of patients' coping mechanisms.…
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Oncologist Reflects on Admitting Uncertainty in Patient Care Over 25 Years
An oncologist with 25 years of experience discusses the challenges of addressing patient questions amid medical uncertainties. The article highlights advancements in medicine, such as HIV treatment and stroke interventions, while noting the persistence of unpredictable outcomes i…