Doctor Error: One-third of hospital doctors make ‘major mistake’ every year - A third of all hospital doctors make at least one major mistake – which may harm the patient or even result in his death – every year, a new study has...

Medical mistakes: doctors say the system's to blame - A recent US document published by the Institute of Medicine showed that up to 98,000 people die in the US each year due to medical error more than die...

Health Controls: Canadians beat Big Pharma - If you ever think you’re powerless against the seemingly indomitable challenges of Big Pharma and law-makers, just remind yourself what the Canadians...

Doctors are also victims of medical errors - In a recent US survey, over 40 per cent of people said they or their families had been the victim of medical errors - as did 35 per cent of doctors

Junior Doctors: It’s true, they don’t really know what they are doing - If you’ve ever spent any time in hospital, you’ve probably been treated by a junior doctor. And, inevitably, your chances of suffering malpractice or...

E-news broadcast 28 June 2007 No.372 - ADHD It could just be a breathing problem If you know a child with learning difficulties or who s hyperactive the chances are that he or...

Canadian health group warns on phthalates in toys - Canada has added its voice to the growing concern over the use of phthalates in children's toys. ...

Medical errors - Tracking down the exact prevalence of medical errors is a difficult task as many incidents go unreported. However, what estimates are available descri...