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NHS union rep whose bosses called him a 'wasp' wins £10,000 payout
NHS union rep whose bosses called him a 'wasp' wins £10,000 payout Maintenance worker and health and safety union rep Franco Villani, 56, was deliberately targeted by managers in an effort to undermine his union activities. Continue reading this article about NHS union rep whose bosses called him a 'wasp' wins £10,000 payout by Jada Bas NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
NHS deploys AI tech that can prevent ‘97% of falls’
NHS deploys AI tech that can prevent ‘97% of falls’ The health service has revealed rollout of an automated system that is designed to monitor vital signs and alert care staff of any concerns, with the aim of preventing hospitalisations The NHS is deploying across the health service artificial intelligence technology which it claims “can predi Continue reading this article about NHS deploys AI tech that can prevent ‘97% of falls’ by Sam Trendall NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
US private equity sweetens offer for NHS landlord Assura
US private equity sweetens offer for NHS landlord Assura KKR, working in partnership with Stonepeak, has increased its bid to £1.6 billion, which the board is ‘minded’ to accept Continue reading this article about US private equity sweetens offer for NHS landlord Assura by Tom Howard, Property and Professional Services Correspondent NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
CSP launches pay survey for NHS members
CSP launches pay survey for NHS members The CSP is inviting members employed by the NHS in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland to take part in a pay survey. Continue reading this article about CSP launches pay survey for NHS members by 10 March 2025 - 12:12PM NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
Why won’t NHS Fife come clean about its trans tribunal costs?
Why won’t NHS Fife come clean about its trans tribunal costs? When Scotland’s Freedom of Information legislation was brought before the Scottish parliament 20 years ago, the serving deputy first minister Jim Wallace told MSPs that enhanced openness would lead to better scrutiny and, therefore, to ‘increased public confidence in decisions that are made which affect people’s lives’. The Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act has been, Continue reading this article about Why won’t NHS Fife come clean about its trans tribunal costs? by Catriona Stewart NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
New joint pain programme launched
New joint pain programme launched The government to collaborate with Nuffield Health to launch a rehabilitation programme. Continue reading this article about New joint pain programme launched by NHS Employers NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
Data chiefs raise concerns about NHS federated data platform
Data chiefs raise concerns about NHS federated data platform An open letter from AphA's Chief Data and Analytics Officers Network has questioned whether the NHS FDP can support local health systems. Continue reading this article about Data chiefs raise concerns about NHS federated data platform by Jordan Sollof NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
Could medication adherence monitoring help bring together the NHS ...
Could medication adherence monitoring help bring together the NHS ... "The UK is experiencing increased demand for NHS and social care services. An increasing number of people are living longer with multiple long-term health conditions, and require support from a wide range of services at home, in the community and in hospitals." Continue reading this article about Could medication adherence monitoring help bring together the NHS ... by By Norman Niven2025-03-10T06:30:00+00:00 NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
NEWS: NHS Rolls Out AI to Prevent Falls
NEWS: NHS Rolls Out AI to Prevent Falls As reported by NHS Confederation, a new AI tool will be deployed nationwide to predict patient falls and virus spread, aiming to enhance safety and cut healthcare… Continue reading this article about NEWS: NHS Rolls Out AI to Prevent Falls by Eleanor Potter NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
Starlink set to power rural NHS GP surgeries in England
Starlink set to power rural NHS GP surgeries in England Elon Musk’s Starlink wins an £85,000 NHS contract to bring satellite-based internet to remote GP surgeries in England, signalling a fresh push to tackle rural connectivity gaps. Continue reading this article about Starlink set to power rural NHS GP surgeries in England by Jamie Young NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
NHS pressures and inequalities in care ‘failing’ stroke patients, report says
NHS pressures and inequalities in care ‘failing’ stroke patients, report says The Stroke Association is calling for action from the Government. Continue reading this article about NHS pressures and inequalities in care ‘failing’ stroke patients, report says by Storm Newton, PA Health Reporter NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
Growth of private healthcare raises questions for NHS
Growth of private healthcare raises questions for NHS There has been a 10.2 per cent increase in privately funded inpatient activity since 2020. Private provision must work to complement the NHS, not supplant it Continue reading this article about Growth of private healthcare raises questions for NHS by The Times View NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
Mother, 56, spent EIGHT days on NHS corridor in 'inhumane' conditions
Mother, 56, spent EIGHT days on NHS corridor in 'inhumane' conditions Sarah Dodd (pictured), 56, spent just under 213 hours on a trolley between 1 February to 9 February at the Beech C ward at Worcestershire Royal Hospital. Continue reading this article about Mother, 56, spent EIGHT days on NHS corridor in 'inhumane' conditions by Cameron Charters NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
Patients get sight back in a day in new NHS cataract surgery
Patients get sight back in a day in new NHS cataract surgery A pioneering trial eliminates weeks of waiting. More than 400,000 people undergo this procedure yearly; this new method promises faster recovery Continue reading this article about Patients get sight back in a day in new NHS cataract surgery by Eleanor Hayward, Health Editor NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
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Three local NHS CEOs join NHS England as directors

Three local NHS CEOs join NHS England as directors
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Two integrated care board chief executives and a trust CEO have been appointed as part-time national directors at NHS England.

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NHS restricting access to obesity services across England, BMJ finds

NHS restricting access to obesity services across England, BMJ finds

<p>Budget cuts to local services fell disproportionately on care for obese patients, leading to ‘postcode lottery’</p><p>The NHS is restricting access to obesity services across England, leading to patients in nearly half the country being unable to book appointments with specialist teams for support and treatments such as weight-loss jabs.</p><p>An investigation by the British Medical Journal found budget cuts to local services fell disproportionately on obesity care, with patients living with the condition often deemed less worthy of care than others.</p> <a href="NHS restricting access to obesity services across England, BMJ finds">Continue reading...</a>

Budget cuts to local services fell disproportionately on care for obese patients, leading to ‘postcode lottery’

The NHS is restricting access to obesity services across England, leading to patients in nearly half the country being unable to book appointments with specialist teams for support and treatments such as weight-loss jabs.

An investigation by the British Medical Journal found budget cuts to local services fell disproportionately on obesity care, with patients living with the condition often deemed less worthy of care than others.

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