Billings Neurologist discusses brain deathKTVQ Billings NewsBILLINGS – A 13-year-old girl, Jahi McMath, was declared brain dead after suffering complications from sleep apnea. Her case has sparked a national debate. At the heart of that debate lies the…
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Woman doctor probed after couple claim she ‘pushed their terminally ill …
Daily Mail Miss Harvey, a beautician, had been diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia in September 2012 and had a successful stem cell transplant on Christmas Day the same year. But after months in remission she relapsed in July last year at the Queen Elizabeth … Parents of Kidderminster cancer victim slam ‘heartless’ doctorKidderminster Shuttle |
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At Issue in 2 Wrenching Cases: What to Do After the Brain Dies
New York Times In another way, the cases are identical: both families have been shocked to learn that a loved one was declared brain-dead — and that hospital officials defied the family’s wishes for treatment. Their wrenching stories raise questions about how brain … Caplan: The case against care for those who are brain deadNewsday Jahi McMath family attorney fires back at medical ethics criticsLos Angeles Times Mercury News editorial: Jahi McMath story demonstrates Americans need to talk …San Jose Mercury News NBC Bay Area –Chippewa Herald –TheImproper.com all 78 news articles » |
Ex-pipefitter sues over benzene exposureAlton TelegraphThe only known cure is a stem cell transplant, according to several sources. Cecchini was diagnosed with myelofibrosis in March 2013. He worked as a pipefitter from 1977 through 2003 at locations t…
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Jahi McMath: Medical experts say organ failure inevitable
Contra Costa Times OAKLAND — One month after Jahi McMath entered Children’s Hospital Oakland for surgery to treat sleep apnea — and just days after she was taken out of the facility after a fierce legal battle — her family says the teenager’s health is improving as … |
Being an organ donor saves multiple livesSky Hi Daily NewsOne of the more popular myths surrounding organ donation is that it does not allow for an open casket funeral. The body of an organ donor is always treated with the upmost in respect, according …
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Western Guilford hosting game to raise money for Clontz
Greensboro News & Record (blog) According to a release from the school, Clontz underwent lung transplant surgery in November and is finishing his rehabilitation at Duke. Clontz served as a teacher, coach and athletic director at both Western Guilford and Southeast Guilford. Donations … |
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Winter chill can trigger stroke, heart attacks
Times of India LUCKNOW: The intense winter chill triggers a number of ailments because fall in temperature upsets the way human body works. Difficulty level of the ‘challenge of survival’ increases several times for those suffering with neurological or cardiac problems. |
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Mood Stabilizing Drug May Help Treat Acute Kidney Injury
Newswise (press release) A single low dose of lithium given to mice following acute kidney injury promotes kidney repair and accelerates the recovery of kidney function. Acute kidney injury is one of the most common and serious complications of hospitalized patients. Newswise … Lithium May Help Treat Acute Kidney InjuryCounsel & Heal Lithium May Promote Recovery in Acute Kidney InjuryDoctors Lounge |
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The Science Behind Brain Death
New York Times In another way, the cases are identical: both families have been shocked to learn that a loved one was declared brain-dead — and that hospital officials defied the family’s wishes for treatment. Their wrenching stories raise questions about how brain … Caplan: The case against care for those who are brain deadNewsday Other View: Blurring the line between life and deathChippewa Herald Ethicists criticize treatment of brain-dead patientsUSA TODAY New York’s PIX11 / WPIX-TV all 14 news articles » |