medical care
Coverage of medical care in the Nexus archive.
- Japan wants 10 million more robots by 2040, some providing medical care
Japan aims to adopt 10 million robots by 2040, with some providing medical care and working in food manufacturing. The initiative, led by Economy Minister Ryosei Akazawa, involves AI-powered robots and a new collaboration between SoftBank, NEC, Sony Group, Honda, and potentially Fujitsu and Rakuten under the organization 'Noetra'.
- As Trump’s immigration dragnet grows, so do complaints of detention center conditions
The Trump administration's expanded immigration detention program has drawn complaints about inhumane conditions and inadequate medical care at facilities like the Farmville Detention Center in Virginia. Aliaksei Scharbachenia, a detainee from Belarus, reported panic attacks, loss of finger sensation, and solitary confinement after sharing legal information with new arrivals, while Congress approved $70 billion in immigration enforcement funding.
- LA man's case highlights gaps in care and oversight at DHS detention centers
Carlitos Ricardo Parias, a man shot by federal agents during an immigration arrest, is detained at Adelanto Detention Center and alleges inadequate medical care for injuries sustained in the incident. His attorneys seek his release while his immigration case proceeds, highlighting systemic gaps in oversight and resources within immigration detention centers.
- Michigan prisons leader defends oversight of women’s prison after 3 deaths
Three women died within a month at Michigan’s only women’s prison, prompting US Rep. Debbie Dingell to question state officials about oversight, mold, medical care, and prison conditions.
- As Trump’s immigration dragnet grows, so do complaints of detention center conditions
The Trump administration's expanded immigration detention program has drawn complaints about inhumane conditions and inadequate medical care at U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facilities, including the Farmville Detention Center in Virginia. Detainee Aliaksei Scharbachenia reported panic attacks, physical health issues, and confiscation of personal items after solitary confinement, along with a failed deportation attempt to Belarus.
- 'Rejected': How federal prisons stonewall grievances and deny care for years
Federal prisoners face systemic issues in filing grievances over treatment, including abuse and denied medical care, with most efforts ignored, according to an analysis by The Marshall Project and NPR. The report highlights how federal prisons stonewall these complaints over years.
- Attorneys urge release of mosque leader, saying he’s been denied diabetes care in ICE custody
Attorneys for the president of Wisconsin's largest mosque claim he is being denied basic medical care for diabetes in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody, resulting in a 30-pound weight loss over two months.
- Deaths at Michigan women’s prison spur calls for Whitmer to act, director to resign
Deaths at a Michigan women’s prison have led to calls for Governor Whitmer to take action and for the resignation of MDOC Director Heidi Washington. Concerns include inadequate medical care, overcrowding, poor ventilation, and alleged toxic mold.
- ICE facility in Louisiana reports its second detainee death in less than 2 months
A second detainee has died in two months at a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in Louisiana. A recent investigation found insanitary conditions and problems with medical care at the facility.
- Collins bucks GOP on amendment to address insurance companies denying medical care
Senator Susan Collins, a Republican from Maine, voted for a Democratic amendment to send a $70 billion budget reconciliation package to the Judiciary Committee to investigate insurance companies denying medical care to patients. She broke with Senate Republican leaders on this issue.
- US House members make unannounced visit to Moshannon ICE facility, call for overhaul
U.S. Representatives Summer Lee and Chris Deluzio conducted an unannounced visit to the Moshannon Valley Processing Center, an ICE detention facility in Pennsylvania, to investigate conditions and advocate for changes to immigration policies. They reported concerns including inadequate medical care for a pregnant detainee and allegations of sexual assault, while highlighting that most detainees are categorized as low-security. The facility, operated by GEO Group Inc., has faced criticism for deaths, human rights abuses, and poor medical treatment.
- Nikki Sanderson and Anthony Quinlan say all their 'dreams have come true' as they bring their baby boy home after days in hospital
Nikki Sanderson and Anthony Quinlan express joy as they bring their newborn son home after a hospital stay, stating their 'dreams have come true'. The couple shared their emotional experience following the baby's medical challenges.
- Three GOP senators break with leaders over addressing insurance companies’ denial of medical care
Three Republican senators, including Susan Collins, Dan Sullivan, and Josh Hawley, voted with a Democratic amendment to address insurance companies delaying or denying necessary medical care, breaking with Senate GOP leadership. The amendment was sponsored by Sen. Jon Ossoff (D-Ga.).