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Feelings and Future Possibilities of Patients in a Coma
A comatose state is an extremely serious health condition that can occur for various reasons, most commonly as a result of severe brain injury. This phenomenon makes communication and maintaining emotional connections difficult for the patient and their family members. During a comatose state, the patient does not respond to external stimuli, yet their body remains alive, breathing, and can be nourished. Advances in medical care have significantly increased the chances of survival for those in a comatose state in recent decades. Several factors can trigger a comatose state, such as accidents, strokes, brain infarctions, or brain tumors. These injuries can cause such severe brain damage that the patient’s consciousness…
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The gratuity could disappear forever – The doctors’ opinions agree
The Hungarian healthcare system poses serious dilemmas for many, particularly regarding the issue of gratuities. Gratuities, which often lead to tensions surrounding access to medical treatment and various healthcare services, also undermine the trust between patients and doctors. An increasing number of doctors wish to rid themselves of this practice, and public opinion is gradually rejecting the institution of gratuities. However, changing the situation cannot be achieved solely by raising salaries; more comprehensive reforms are necessary. Due to the complexity of the issue, solving the situation requires consideration of many aspects, including the transformation of legal frameworks, medical education, and the structure of patient care. The opinions and experiences of…
