Ethics Rule on Microaggressions by Oregon Medical Board

The Oregon Medical Board is finalizing an ethics rule that includes 'microaggressions' in the definition of unprofessional conduct. Doctors who do not report such conduct within 10 days may risk losing their medical licenses, sparking concerns about chilling effects on speech and patient-physician relationships.

Shark Attack Rescue in Florida

Teenage girl survives shark attack thanks to quick actions of vacationing doctors in Florida, losing a hand and leg but ultimately surviving

Texas Supreme Court Upholds Abortion Ban with Medical Exceptions

The Texas Supreme Court upheld the state's abortion ban, rejecting a lawsuit challenging its medical exceptions. The court ruled that the law's exceptions are broad enough and allow for life-saving abortions. Doctors who perform abortions risk severe penalties under the law.

U.S. Doctors Evacuated from Gaza Amid Israeli Invasion

Seventeen of 20 U.S. doctors stuck in Gaza have departed, with the doctor who saved Sen. Tammy Duckworth's life choosing to stay behind. U.S. officials facilitated their safe passage, and President Joe Biden has expressed concern for civilian casualties.

Self-Reliance in Healthcare

The Wellness Company promotes self-reliance in healthcare by offering prescription Medical Emergency Kits containing life-saving medications. The kits are endorsed by doctors and aim to empower individuals to take control of their health in times of crisis.

Kenya's Doctors Strike

Kenya's public hospital doctors union signed a return to work agreement with the government, ending a national strike that began in mid-March due to labor issues. The strike had left patients in limbo.

Effects of Ozempic on Women's Breasts

Ozempic, a weight loss drug, is causing bizarre bodily changes in women, including 'Ozempic breasts' - where breasts shrink or balloon in size. Doctors explain the effects and potential reasons behind these changes.

Kenya doctors strike for better pay and working conditions

Kenya's Kenyatta University Referral Hospital has laid off 100 doctors participating in a month-long nationwide strike demanding better pay and working conditions. President William Ruto stated there is no money to pay the striking doctors. The doctors' union remains adamant and continues to protest for their demands.

South Korea Ostrich Capture and Medical School Admissions Dispute

A runaway ostrich was captured in South Korea after escaping from a zoo. South Korea's president is facing protests from doctors over a plan to increase medical school admissions. The doctors are on strike causing canceled surgeries, while the government argues the increase is necessary to address a shortage of physicians.

Medical School Admissions in South Korea

South Korea's president vows to increase medical school admissions despite protests from doctors, who fear lower future incomes. The government aims to address a shortage of physicians in rural areas and low-paying professions.

Debate on Eating Easter Eggs

Doctors debate whether to eat Easter eggs in moderation or all at once, citing concerns about obesity, diabetes, and tooth decay.

Medical Strike in South Korea

Senior doctors in South Korea support medical interns and residents who are on strike against the government's plan to increase medical school admissions. The strike has caused canceled surgeries and treatments at hospitals.

South Korean Doctors' Walkouts and License Suspensions

South Korean authorities suspend licenses of two senior doctors for inciting medical interns and residents' walkouts in protest of government's plan to increase medical school admissions, leading to disruptions in hospital operations. Government aims to address doctor shortage for aging population, while doctors argue against abrupt increase in students due to potential undermining of medical services.

South Korea's government suspends licenses of striking junior doctors

South Korea's government is taking steps to suspend the medical licenses of thousands of striking junior doctors who have been protesting against a government push to increase medical school admissions.

South Korean Doctors Walkout

South Korean doctors walk out in protest against the government's plan to increase medical school enrollments, citing the need for more pay and better working conditions. The government argues that the country's aging population requires more doctors.

South Korea Junior Doctors' Strike

South Korea's government is making a last appeal to junior doctors to end their strike over a push to boost medical school enrollments, threatening to suspend licenses and prosecute strikers. Thousands of medical interns and residents have submitted resignations, with many likely to defy the deadline. The dispute centers around a government plan to admit more students to medical schools to address the country's doctor shortage.

South Korean Junior Doctors' Strike

South Korean junior doctors are on strike to protest a government plan to increase medical school admissions, leading to a shortage of medical staff and impacting patient care.