India's drug regulator is proposing to allow hospitals to directly import advanced medical equipment like MRI and CT scanners, bypassing current import licenses to speed up access to technology. The domestic medical device industry opposes this, citing safety risks and lack of specialized expertise in hospitals.
Pregnant women in the Democratic Republic of Congo are increasingly avoiding hospitals due to fear of Ebola, leading to a rise in maternal deaths. Health workers report a significant drop in prenatal consultations and concerns about dangerous home births, potentially creating a second health crisis alongside the ongoing Ebola outbreak.
A father alleges two Ghaziabad hospitals denied treatment to his 4-year-old daughter after she was sexually assaulted and injured, leading to her death. The Supreme Court is hearing the case, questioning hospital accountability.
The UK's National Cyber Security Centre reported over 200 cyber-incidents hitting critical national infrastructure in the past year, with state-linked actors, including Russia, China, and Iran, responsible for three-quarters of attacks. Advances in AI are expected to accelerate threats by 2028.
A foreign exchange violation case against Apollo Hospitals and five directors has been terminated after the company paid over Rs 17.76 crore and executives paid Rs 18 lakh each. The settlement resolves alleged contraventions totalling more than Rs 2,424 crore under the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA).
A strong earthquake caused people to flee into open areas in and around Palu, Indonesia. Hospitals evacuated patients, and images showed heavily damaged structures. Information on casualties and damage is still being gathered.
SA Health has suspended birthing services at Crystal Brook and Jamestown hospitals until July 31 due to a critical shortage of permanently staffed essential midwives. Pregnant women will be redirected to Port Pirie Regional Health Service, 25-45 minutes away, to ensure patient safety amidst a global midwife shortage.
Thousands of allied health workers in Victoria will strike for 24 hours from midnight over a pay dispute. The union seeks a 36.18% pay rise over three years, citing disrespectful offers from the government.
US infectious disease experts state the risk of an Ebola-infected traveler arriving during the 2026 World Cup is low but not zero, and hospitals are prepared. Lessons from the 2014 outbreak led to significant funding for preparedness and specialized treatment centers.
Ituri province in eastern DRC is the epicenter of Congo's Ebola outbreak, with 782 confirmed cases and 181 deaths as of June 13. Community volunteers like Eliezer Kasongo raise awareness amid fear and resistance. Health workers face severe challenges, including lack of PPE and tracking contacts in conflict-ridden, impoverished regions.
A 70-year-old man in Xi'an, China, was diagnosed with lung cancer due to a 2.1 cm lung nodule. After surgery, doctors discovered it was a chili tip, mistaken for cancer due to its density and shape on CT scans. The doctor noted this is the third such case in his nearly 30-year career.
Poolbeg Pharma will trial its oral drug POLB 001 at six NHS hospitals to prevent cytokine release syndrome (CRS), a dangerous side-effect of cancer immunotherapy. The drug could improve patient safety and save healthcare systems millions by allowing treatment outside specialist centers.
Hospitals in Bunia, Democratic Republic of the Congo, are overwhelmed by a rapidly escalating Ebola outbreak, feared to be the worst in history. With rising case numbers and limited resources, health workers face immense challenges in containing the virus, which has already spread to Uganda.
A federal judge in California has temporarily blocked hospitals from producing documents in response to criminal subpoenas from the DOJ seeking records of transgender youth's medical files, personnel files of clinicians, and details on transgender healthcare, amid the Trump administration's goal to end gender-affirming care for youth.
India's Competition Commission (CCI) has dismissed allegations against 12 Delhi hospitals for inflating healthcare charges, stating price regulation is the government's domain. The ruling, which follows a decade-long investigation, is criticized for potentially overlooking consumer protection mandates in the $372-billion healthcare industry.
Former foreign affairs minister Gareth Evans has called the Aukus defence agreement a "ludicrous delusion" and one of Australia's worst foreign policy decisions. He argues a future US administration would only assist Australia if its own assets were threatened, not for an "existential attack".
NHS England is urging hospitals to adopt 'digital triage assessment' to redirect non-urgent A&E patients to community services or later appointments, aiming to reduce overcrowding and winter crisis pressures. While some hospitals have seen reduced waiting times, concerns remain about digital access for all patients.
Germany's healthcare costs are significantly driven by its 1800 hospitals, accounting for about 111 billion euros annually. Compared to Switzerland and Sweden, Germany has more hospital beds per capita, fewer doctors, and higher overall health expenditures, despite its population aging less than in the other two countries.
Toledo police have identified Ka Nye Taylor, 20, as a suspect in a shooting at the Old West End Festival that wounded 12 people. Authorities are also seeking a second suspect, described as a male in all black, and are asking for public assistance in identifying him. The shooting occurred during a dispute between two rival groups.
WH Smith issued a profit warning, expecting £75m-£90m pre-tax profits, down from £90m-£105m, due to falling shopper numbers in US airports linked to the Middle East war. The retailer raised £102m via a share sale.
UK minister Kemi Badenoch plans to abolish the public sector equality duty, a law requiring public bodies to consider equality impacts. Critics argue this will legalize discrimination, while experts say the duty is misunderstood and not the cause of controversial diversity policies.
Advocates claim run-down hospitals in regional Victoria are being snubbed for funding due to being in 'safe seats' or lacking 'political relevance', prompting calls for an independent body to allocate state funding.
At least 12 people wounded in a shooting near a community festival in Toledo, Ohio, with police searching for suspects
At least 12 people were wounded in a shooting near the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio, with two suspects possibly exchanging gunfire; no arrests made as of hours later.
