Hospital

Jury Clears Hospital in the Controversial Death of Woman After Jail Cell Incident

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OMAHA, Neb. — A Nebraska jury recently concluded that CHI Health was not at fault in the death of 47-year-old Aundrea Milnes, who died in a jail cell after receiving treatment at CHI Health-Creighton University Medical Center in November 2022. The case, which centered around the hospital’s discharge of Milnes following her complaint of severe abdominal pain, has sparked discussion about patient care and legal responsibilities. Milnes visited the hospital during the early morning of Nov. 3, 2022, where she was examined by medical professionals who diagnosed her with menstrual cramps and subsequently discharged her. … Read more

Family to Sue Arizona Birthing Center After Tragic Loss of Newborn, Claims Delayed Hospital Transfer

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MESA, Ariz. — A Mesa family is grappling with the tragic loss of their newborn after a prolonged and complex labor at the Willow Birthing Center. The couple, Noelle and Dylan Zmrel, had anticipated the arrival of their son, James, in November 2023 but faced unforeseen complications that led to their baby’s death. The family now plans to pursue legal action against the facility, citing a delayed hospital transfer as a critical lapse in care. The Zmrels had chosen Willow Birthing Center for what they believed would be a supportive and woman-centric birthing experience. However, … Read more

Hospital Leaders Urge Speedy Sale of Rhode Island Medical Centers to Secure Healthcare Stability

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PROVIDENCE, R.I. — In a concerted effort to safeguard public health, a collaborative of senior hospital executives from Rhode Island are urgently advocating for the swift sale approval of two key hospitals to a foundation that would convert them back to nonprofit status. This push addresses critical needs within the state’s healthcare framework as the involved facilities currently face financial distress under their existing ownership. A letter addressed to Chief Judge Stacey G.C. Jernigan of the Northern District of Texas Bankruptcy Court, penned by the leaders of nine Rhode Island hospitals and health associations, calls … Read more

Morrison Community Hospital Settles for $675K Over Ransomware Breach Lawsuit

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Morrison, Illinois — In a major development regarding cybersecurity lapses in the health sector, Morrison Community Hospital has agreed to a $675,000 settlement to address a lawsuit stemming from a ransomware attack that compromised patient data. This incident, which took place in 2021, significantly affected the hospital’s operations and the security of sensitive medical records. The lawsuit alleged negligence on the part of the hospital for failing to adequately protect patient information, a serious concern under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). The settlement, reached after considerable negotiations, underscores the growing challenges and … Read more