Andrea Mauk says her 18-year-old son Damon’s eyes, skin, heart valves, ligaments and other tissues were recovered as “anatomical gifts” after his fatal Ohio crash, without her knowledge. She was in Costa Rica when he died and says the hospital never contacted her. Her grief has since become a campaign for stronger family consent and notification laws.
The Saudi Food and Drug Authority has emphasized the importance of proper handling and processing of reusable medical devices as per manufacturer guidelines.
New research indicates that roughly 5 percent of adults over 50 experience major depression. The study also links casual cannabis use to higher odds of depression, highlighting a growing need for…
Cancer patients requiring radiotherapy will now receive financial support of up to N400,000 under a new cost-sharing programme introduced by the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA).