marklowe+FollowAtlanta woman in wheelchair left locked in clinic for hoursA woman in Atlanta who relies on a wheelchair was left locked inside a Buckhead clinic for hours after her appointment, despite repeated 911 calls and her family’s efforts to reach her. Anika Mackin, who needs stretcher transport, was stranded after her ride never arrived and the clinic closed without checking if anyone was still inside. She managed to crawl across the room to charge her phone and call for help, but emergency responders didn’t arrive until hours later. This incident raises serious concerns about patient safety and emergency response protocols. How can clinics and first responders do better to protect vulnerable patients? #News #Atlanta #PatientSafety00Share
April Anderson+FollowA young dad’s sore throat turned deadlyA sore throat shouldn’t end a life, but that’s exactly what happened to Michael Reynolds, a 29-year-old dad from Boston, Lincs. After being sent home twice by doctors with a tonsillitis diagnosis and antibiotics, his throat closed up, leading to a fatal cardiac arrest just 24 hours later. The inquest revealed a missed chance to send him to A&E, where urgent care might have saved him. Michael’s family is now pushing for more awareness about the dangers of severe throat swelling and the importance of listening to your instincts when symptoms worsen. How can we make sure stories like this don’t repeat? #Health #BodyHealth #PatientSafety23084Share
shermandarlene+FollowWhy Michael’s story should change how we handle sore throatsA young dad lost his life after doctors dismissed his severe throat symptoms as just tonsillitis, missing the signs of a rare but deadly condition called epiglottitis. Michael Reynolds, only 29, was sent home twice despite being unable to swallow or breathe properly. His wife now hopes sharing their heartbreak will raise awareness—sometimes a sore throat is much more than just a sore throat. Have you ever felt your concerns weren’t taken seriously by a doctor? How can we make sure our voices are heard in the exam room? #Health #BodyHealth #PatientSafety130Share
Pamela Marshall+FollowMRI Tragedy: Metal Chain Turns DeadlyA Long Island man lost his life after his 20-lb metal chain got pulled into an MRI machine—right in front of his wife. She says staff never flagged the necklace, even though they’d seen it before. Now, she’s speaking out, demanding answers about how such a huge safety miss could happen. This heartbreaking story is sparking major questions about hospital protocols and patient safety. Imagine losing someone over something so preventable. Would you ever trust a hospital again after this? #Religion #MRIAccident #PatientSafety1322Share
maria25+FollowCare Home's 'Cultural Problem' ExposedA care home is under fire after an 84-year-old resident fell from her bed twice in one week—despite staff being told to raise her bed rails. The coroner called out a 'cultural problem' at the home, saying staff ignored safety measures, which likely contributed to her tragic death. This wasn’t just a one-off mistake—multiple staff dropped the ball. Major wake-up call for care standards! #CareHome #PatientSafety #News #Health #BodyHealth21Share
Kristi Key+FollowSepsis: The Silent Hospital KillerDid you know sepsis kills more people in England than lung cancer? The NHS watchdog just called out hospitals for missing the signs way too often, leading to thousands of avoidable deaths every year. Families are even being ignored when they try to warn staff something’s wrong! The worst part? We actually had better sepsis care a few years ago, but things have slipped. It’s wild that this is still happening in 2025. #SepsisAwareness #NHS #PatientSafety #Health #BodyHealth18693Share
Benjamin Jackson+FollowUK Maternity Care Under the MicroscopeMajor shakeup coming for maternity care in England! After years of heartbreaking scandals and tragic losses, the government’s finally launching a big investigation into the worst-performing hospitals. They’re bringing in experts and even families who’ve been affected to make sure this never happens again. The goal? Real change and safer care for every mom and baby. About time, right? #MaternityCare #NHS #PatientSafety #Health20Share
Lisa Ramirez+FollowMissed ICU Move Sparked Major Hospital ReviewA top doctor didn’t send 13-year-old Martha Mills to intensive care, even after clear sepsis warning signs, a tribunal found. Her parents flagged her worsening condition, but action came too late. Now, the case is fueling calls for 'Martha’s Rule,' letting families demand a second opinion if they’re worried care isn’t right. It’s a heartbreaking reminder: sometimes, speaking up isn’t enough—so new rules might help save lives. #Healthcare #PatientSafety #MarthasRule #Health31Share
Kevin Craig+FollowNHS Ditches Confusing Job TitlesBig shake-up in the NHS: 'Physician associates' are getting a new name because too many patients thought they were seeing actual doctors. After some tragic mix-ups and lots of complaints from real doctors, the government’s stepping in to make sure everyone knows who’s treating them. Expect to see 'physician assistants' or 'doctor’s assistants' soon—and way more clarity at your next appointment. About time, right? #NHS #Healthcare #PatientSafety #Health60Share
Misty Brady+FollowMedical Errors: Which States Are Worst?Did you know deaths from medical errors are the 3rd leading cause of death in the US? Some states are way riskier than others—Wyoming tops the list with more than double the national average! The worst states tend to have fewer doctors and more malpractice payouts. If you’re moving or planning surgery, you might want to check where your state lands on this list. Wild, right? #MedicalErrors #Healthcare #PatientSafety #Health105Share
