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Updated Code of Medical Ethics Arrives: What Changes Mean

The American Medical Association’s Code of Medical Ethics has been newly modernized, with hope that increasing numbers of practicing physicians, residents, and medical students will turn to it for guidance.

Study: $50,000 Would Make Most Americans More Likely to Donate a Kidney

The majority of U.S voters surveyed by telephone stated they’d be more likely to donate a kidney if they received $50,000 in compensation, according a recent study.

UK Audit on End-of-Life Care Results in Widespread Negative Media Coverage

An audit of 9,302 patients who died in National Health Service hospitals conducted by London’s Royal College of Physicians revealed that for 19% of cases, there was no evidence that the do-not-resuscitate order was discussed with the patient’s loved ones.

Updated Stem Cell Research Guidelines Address Long-standing Ethical Concerns

Updated guidelines on stem cell research from the International Society for Stem Cell Research are expected to alleviate some long-standing ethical concerns.

New Initiative Aims to Combat Disparities in Surgical Care, Outcomes

Research on disparities in surgical care and outcomes for disadvantaged populations is the focus of a new initiative from the National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities.

Family Caregivers Benefit from Early Palliative Care, Says Study

Early palliative care integrated with oncology care benefits not only patients with cancer, but also family caregivers, according to a new study.

Stigma Against Mental, Substance Use Disorders Persists

A multipronged national strategy is needed to address stigma associated with mental health and substance use disorders, a new report says.

Do Physicians Get Incentives for Patients’ Donations?

Some institutions encourage physicians to solicit donations from grateful patients. A small minority of physicians report being offered financial incentives for doing so.