An independent review at Great Ormond Street Hospital has revealed that orthopaedic surgeon Yaser Jabbar harmed 94 children through 'unacceptable' botched operations between 2017 and 2022. The report, published on January 29, 2026, detailed instances of poor surgical skill and inappropriate procedures, leading to severe harm for 36 patients. The hospital has apologized and implemented significant changes.
In Israel, families of hundreds of soldiers killed in the Gaza war are opting for posthumous sperm retrieval to ensure future offspring, a practice facilitated by streamlined regulations since October 7, 2023. This growing trend, rooted in a strong pro-natalist culture, raises complex ethical and legal questions regarding consent and the well-being of potential children.
Germany's blood reserves have demonstrated a general stabilization in annual donation and demand figures since 2020, according to reports from the Paul-Ehrlich-Institut. Despite this positive trend, the supply remains susceptible to seasonal fluctuations and public health events, leading to periodic calls for donations from organizations like the German Red Cross.
Mexico's Health Minister, David Kershenobich, has launched the 'Donating is Transcending' campaign to address the critical shortage of organs and reduce extensive patient waiting lists. The initiative aims to foster a culture of organ donation, emphasizing the importance of informed decisions and family communication to save lives.
Malta's annual L-Istrina charity telethon, marking its 30th edition on Boxing Day, December 26, 2025, successfully raised €5.76 million. The funds are earmarked for the Malta Community Chest Fund Foundation, providing crucial support to individuals and families battling serious medical conditions, including those requiring overseas treatment. The event, held at the Kirkop Sports Complex, showcased significant national solidarity.
The Maltese government has pledged €250,000 to Sandro Grech, a father battling aggressive leukaemia, matching public donations to reach the €500,000 needed for life-saving CD7 CAR-T therapy in Singapore. Prime Minister Robert Abela announced the donation, highlighting national solidarity.
VCU Health Hume-Lee Transplant Center has made medical history by performing the nation's first fully robotic living-donor liver transplant in March 2025. This groundbreaking procedure, highlighted by U.S. News & World Report, utilized the da Vinci 5 robotic system, offering enhanced precision, faster recovery for patients like Quanda Jordan, and expanding access to life-saving transplants.
A Massachusetts hospital has achieved a major breakthrough in transplant medicine by successfully transplanting a pig kidney into a second patient, demonstrating promising progress in xenotransplantation.
During a military parade in Beijing, Presidents Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin engaged in a conversation about longevity and organ transplants, suggesting advancements in biotechnology could enable people to live to 150 years old. This meeting, which included North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, showcased their strategic alliance in challenging the established global order.
Danella Gallegos, who was in a coma after a medical emergency, woke up minutes before her organs were set to be harvested, despite doctors claiming she would not recover. Her family's observations of her responsiveness led them to question the decision for organ donation, ultimately highlighting serious concerns about the medical team's initial assessments.
Esmond Cheng, diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder that compromised his immune system, found hope through a stem cell transplant after his family sought assistance from Singapore's sole public cord blood bank.
Tank, a famous singer from Taiwan, successfully underwent a rare combined heart and liver transplant due to a severe genetic condition that deteriorated his health over the years. After the 12-hour surgery, which took place at the Second Affiliated Hospital Zhejiang University School of Medicine, the artist expressed his gratitude on social media and shared his emotional journey post-recovery.
Federal health officials are seeking to enhance the organ placement process to minimize kidney discards, with Hackensack University Medical Center exemplifying successful practices in accepting riskier kidney transplants. Surgeons like Dr.
A U.S. clinical trial will test whether gene-edited pig livers can temporarily filter the blood of patients with sudden liver failure, giving their own organs a chance to heal. This innovative approach aims to address the limited treatment options and high mortality rates associated with acute liver failure.
China held its annual commemoration for human organ donation, highlighting a year-on-year increase in donations and transplants, with over 7.05 million registered donors. The event honored donors, promoted awareness, and featured the national ambassador, Zhang Dingyu, who is also involved in research exploring alternatives to organ donation.
Japanese researchers have successfully transplanted kidneys between rat fetuses, a key step toward cross-species organ transplantation and potential treatment for conditions like Potter syndrome. They aim to begin clinical research by 2026, temporarily implanting pig kidney tissue into human fetuses with the syndrome to serve as a bridge until dialysis is possible.
A Shanghai hospital has successfully performed its first liver transplant on a Filipino child, marking a milestone in medical cooperation between China and the Philippines. The 2-year-old boy, who suffered from a life-threatening condition, received a new lease on life thanks to the expertise of Renji Hospital and the generosity of his father, who donated a portion of his liver.
In a groundbreaking procedure in Delhi, doctors surgically removed a parasitic twin from a 17-year-old boy, a rare condition documented in only a few dozen cases worldwide. The surgery, performed in two stages, not only freed the boy from physical limitations but also opened up new opportunities for him to live a more normal life.
A man named Rawal Rehman has been charged with causing death by dangerous driving following a collision that killed a three-year-old girl known as Lulu in Manchester. The tragedy, which occurred on Mosley Street during the weekend, has left the grieving family devastated, as expressed in their heartfelt tribute to their daughter.
Chinese nurse Jia Shuaiqing saved a passenger on a Hainan Airlines flight when the passenger collapsed, demonstrating quick thinking and medical expertise. Her life-saving intervention was recognized both in Ireland and China, with the grateful family expressing heartfelt thanks at the University of Limerick.
