Résultats pour "Silence" dans Maladie et pathologies physiques

In the mid 1980s, Canada's worst public health disaster was unfolding. Catastrophic mismanagement of the country's blood supply allowed contaminated blood to be knowingly distributed, infecting close to two thousand Canadians with HIV. Among them was Melanie Brooks's surgeon father who, after receiving a blood transfusion during open-heart surgery in 1985, learned he was HIV positive. At a time when HIV/AIDS was misunderstood and public perception was shaped by fear, prejudice, and homophobia, victims of the disease faced ostracism and persecution. Wanting to protect his family from this stigma, Melanie's father decided his illness would be a secret they'd all keep.

Up to 100,000 Americans die each year as a result of some form of medical mistake. And this is just the reported number of deaths. The total number of deaths and other disabilities is estimated to be triple (or more) of what's actually reported. This book takes you behind the scenes to expose heartbreaking stories of medical malpractice, careless misdiagnosis, and downright neglect on the part of health-care personnel across the country.

Allie Cashel has suffered from chronic Lyme disease for sixteen years—but much of the medical community refuses to recognize her symptoms as the result of infectious disease. In Suffering the Silence: Chronic Lyme Disease in an Age of Denial, Cashel paints a living portrait of what is often...

This story, Stroke of Silence reflects my personal experience as a caregiver and is shared for awareness and advocacy. No institution or individual is named publicly. All statements are based on events I personally witnessed or documented.troke of Silence is a raw, real, and unfiltered podcast by Malini Amaladoss. Through the lens of one family’s fight after a devastating stroke, it shines a light on medical negligence, delayed care, and the silence that too often surrounds patients and caregivers.Each episode blends personal storytelling with advocacy, drawing attention to stroke awareness,...

"Beyond the Silence is a podcast dedicated to breaking down barriers around men's health, empowering listeners with expert insights and practical advice. Join us to redefine wellness, build confidence, and foster stronger connections for a better quality of life.