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Medical Association: The State Should Be Responsible for Emergency Hospitals

The state must take over the responsibility for the emergency hospitals to ensure that healthcare is based on national needs and planned with long-term perspective, writes Elin Karlsson, chairperson of the Hospital Doctors, on Svenska Dagbladet's debate page.

Dropped by home care – broke both legs

An elderly person was dropped on the floor by the home care service in connection with a shower – and got fractures in both legs, reports SVT News Jämtland.

Eslöv's Social Services Under Fire: Could Tragedies Have Been Prevented?

A boy was murdered by his dad, a girl was poisoned with vinegar in her own home – in the same municipality, same month. Now Eslöv's municipality is receiving scathing criticism from Ivo. It's a failure, says unit manager Lars Rahm.

Doctor Keeps License Despite Assault Conviction: A Systemic Delay?

Twice during the same work shift, a doctor sexually assaulted female patients at the emergency department in Lund, with a particular focus on their breasts. He gets to keep his medical license, since the authorities acted too slowly, reports SVT News Skåne.

John Ahlberk Takes Helm at IVO: Tackling Crime in Healthcare

John Ahlberk becomes the new Director-General for IVO, the Inspectorate for Healthcare and Welfare.

Hours after birth – criticism of the hospital

A newborn baby died just two hours after birth. The Health and Care Inspectorate (Ivo) is now criticizing Södertälje Hospital, writes Länstidningen Södertälje.

Man Got Blood Poisoning from Catheter – Died

Had to Wait Eleven Months for Dementia Accommodation