medical ethics
Bengaluru Tragedy: Man Dies After Hospital Negligence and Public Indifference to Medical Emergency
Dec 16, 2025 10:30 pm CST
A 34-year-old mechanic in Bengaluru died after hospitals failed to provide emergency treatment for his heart attack and passersby ignored his wife's desperate pleas for help following a motorcycle accident. This tragic incident highlights critical issues in emergency healthcare access and public response to medical emergencies in India, though the family's decision to donate his eyes brought a compassionate conclusion to their loss.
Doctor Sentenced to 30 Months for Supplying Ketamine to Matthew Perry: "I Failed Myself"
Dec 04, 2025 12:52 pm CST
A California physician, Salvador Plasencia, has been sentenced to 30 months in federal prison for supplying ketamine to late Friends star Matthew Perry. Despite not providing the fatal dose that led to Perry's death in 2023, the judge ruled that Plasencia exploited the actor's addiction for profit, violating his medical oath and contributing to circumstances that led to the overdose. Perry's family condemned the doctor's actions in emotional courtroom statements.
Supreme Court Establishes Medical Board to Evaluate Passive Euthanasia for Quadriplegic UP Man in Vegetative State
Nov 27, 2025 01:09 am CST
The Supreme Court has directed Noida district hospital to form a primary medical board to evaluate passive euthanasia for a 31-year-old man with quadriplegia who has been in a vegetative state for over a decade. This second appeal by his parents comes after previous attempts, with the court acknowledging the patient's deteriorating condition and the challenges faced by his elderly caregivers who have exhausted their resources providing treatment.
25-Year-Old Australian Woman Chooses Voluntary Assisted Dying After Decade-Long Battle With Rare Neurological Disease
Nov 20, 2025 11:13 pm CST
Annaliese Holland from Adelaide has made the difficult decision to pursue voluntary assisted dying after suffering from Autoimmune Autonomic Ganglionopathy (AAG) since age 18. After enduring chronic pain, multi-organ failure, and surviving sepsis 25 times, she describes her choice not as giving up but as taking control after years of merely surviving. Her story highlights the emotional journey for both patients and families facing end-of-life decisions under Australia's VAD legislation.
German Palliative Care Nurse Sentenced to Life for Murdering 10 Patients to Reduce Workload
Nov 07, 2025 02:09 am CST
A German court has sentenced a palliative care nurse to life imprisonment after being found guilty of murdering 10 patients and attempting to kill 27 others between December 2023 and May 2024. The unnamed nurse administered lethal doses of morphine and midazolam to elderly patients during night shifts to reduce his workload, demonstrating a profound lack of empathy that led prosecutors to describe him as acting like a "master of life and death."
Madras High Court Overturns Cethar Hospital's License Cancellation in Organ Transplant Case: Procedural Violations Cited
Nov 04, 2025 02:29 am CST
The Madras High Court has overturned Tamil Nadu's cancellation of Tiruchi Cethar Hospital's organ transplant license due to procedural violations. Justice Swaminathan ruled that despite allegations of an illegal kidney transplant racket involving impersonation of donors, proper legal procedures weren't followed in the cancellation process, though authorities remain free to initiate fresh action following proper protocols.
Uruguay Makes History as First Latin American Nation to Fully Legalize Euthanasia Through Legislative Action
Oct 16, 2025 12:19 pm CST
Uruguay has officially legalized euthanasia through its "Dignified Death" bill, becoming a pioneer in Latin America for end-of-life rights. The legislation, which passed with strong public support of over 60%, allows mentally competent adults with terminal illnesses to choose assisted suicide. This landmark decision continues Uruguay's tradition of progressive social policies, following earlier legalization of marijuana, same-sex marriage, and abortion.
AIIMS Surgeon Suspended Following Harassment Complaint Escalated to Prime Minister's Office
Oct 13, 2025 04:47 pm CST
A senior surgeon at AIIMS, Dr AK Bisoi, has been suspended from his position as head of the Cardio Thoracic and Vascular Surgery department following harassment allegations from nursing staff. The complaint, which escalated to the Prime Minister's Office, involves accusations of vulgar language, workplace intimidation, and retaliatory threats. This marks one of several disciplinary actions against Dr Bisoi throughout his career, as the institute launches an internal investigation into the matter.
Muslim Woman Alleges Religious Discrimination by Doctor in UP Hospital: Investigation Underway
Oct 07, 2025 05:11 pm CST
A Muslim woman's allegation that a doctor refused treatment on religious grounds at Jaunpur district hospital has sparked controversy. While hospital officials deny the claim and have launched an investigation, the incident has triggered political backlash across party lines, raising questions about healthcare access and religious discrimination in Uttar Pradesh's medical facilities.
No Ban For Pakistan-Origin Doctor Who Left Patient During Operation To Have Sex With Nurse
Sep 17, 2025 01:29 am CST
The incident was discovered by a colleague who walked in on the doctor in a "compromising position" with the nurse.