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NHS doctor shares trick to avoid hangovers on New Year's Day

NHS doctor shares trick to avoid hangovers on New Year's Day

NHS doctor shares trick to avoid hangovers on New Year's Day NHS doctor Karan Raj has taken to his TikTok account to explain why we get hangovers and how to avoid them on New Year's Day. And the advice is pretty simple... Continue reading this article about NHS doctor shares trick to avoid hangovers on New Year's Day by Christine Younan NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
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The Future of the NHS in Scotland: A Vision for 2048 - Peter Cawston

The Future of the NHS in Scotland: A Vision for 2048 - Peter Cawston

The Future of the NHS in Scotland: A Vision for 2048 - Peter Cawston As we approach the centenary of the National Health Service (NHS) in Scotland in 2048, it is crucial to envision its transformation into a system that Continue reading this article about The Future of the NHS in Scotland: A Vision for 2048 - Peter Cawston by Alison Payne NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
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NHS heading for 'worst ever' flu season

NHS heading for 'worst ever' flu season

NHS heading for 'worst ever' flu season THE NHS is on course for one of its worst flu seasons ever, England’s medical director warned yesterday. Professor Sir Stephen Powis said the health service is battling rising cases of winter virus… Continue reading this article about NHS heading for 'worst ever' flu season by Sam Blanchard NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
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Hospital admissions for lack of vitamins soaring in England, NHS figures show

Hospital admissions for lack of vitamins soaring in England, NHS figures show Admissions for vitamin or iron deficiencies up by more than 10% year on year and as much as tenfold on 1998-99 The number of people admitted to hospital in England because of a lack of vitamins or minerals is soaring, according to analysis of NHS figures. In 2023-24 there were 191,927 admissions where the main reason was a lack of iron, up 11% on 2022-23. The figure is almost 10 times the 20,396 hospital admissions for lack of iron in 1998-99. Continue reading... By Andrew Gregory Health editor Hospital admissions for lack of vitamins soaring in England, NHS figures show to Continue reading... NHS Forums - For NHS Staff | Patient Forums
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North Middlesex University Hospital merges with the Royal Free London to bring the best of the NHS to every patient

North Middlesex University Hospital merges with the Royal Free London to bring the best of the NHS to every patient

North Middlesex University Hospital merges with the Royal Free London to bring the best of the NHS to every patient In a major step forward for health services in north London, the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust and North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust has merged, promising to deliver the very best of the NHS to every patient. Continue reading this article about North Middlesex University Hospital merges with the Royal Free London to bring the best of the NHS to every patient by Royal Free London NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
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Hospital admissions for lack of vitamins soaring in England, NHS figures show

Hospital admissions for lack of vitamins soaring in England, NHS figures show

Hospital admissions for lack of vitamins soaring in England, NHS figures show Admissions for vitamin or iron deficiencies up by more than 10% year on year and as much as tenfold on 1998-99 Continue reading this article about Hospital admissions for lack of vitamins soaring in England, NHS figures show by Andrew Gregory NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
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Revealed: How bed-blocking is costing the NHS billions

Revealed: How bed-blocking is costing the NHS billions

Revealed: How bed-blocking is costing the NHS billions The burden which bed-blockers are placing on a heaving NHS system has been revealed, with the issue costing the taxpayer an eyewatering £2 billion last year alone. Continue reading this article about Revealed: How bed-blocking is costing the NHS billions by Shaun Wooller NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
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NHS bosses in Southport and Ormskirk warn of mounting urgent and emergency care pressures - Stand Up For Southport

NHS bosses in Southport and Ormskirk warn of mounting urgent and emergency care pressures - Stand Up For Southport

NHS bosses in Southport and Ormskirk warn of mounting urgent and emergency care pressures - Stand Up For Southport With temperatures set to plummet in the coming days health leaders across Southport and Ormskirk are urging the public to use NHS services wisely as we see pressure mounting on urgent and emergency care post-Christmas. NHS services across the region are under pressure, with demand for primary care, hospital services, mental health, and emergency services continuing to rise. Hospitals across […] Continue reading this article about NHS bosses in Southport and Ormskirk warn of mounting urgent and emergency care pressures - Stand Up For Southport by Andrew Brown NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
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NHS under strain as multiple services declare critical incidents

NHS under strain as multiple services declare critical incidents

NHS under strain as multiple services declare critical incidents The Welsh Ambulance Service has urged people to drink in moderation and reduce demand on services after declaring a critical incident. More than half of the trust's ambulance vehicles were waiting to hand over patients outside hospitals, with 340 calls waiting to be answered at the time the incident was… Continue reading this article about NHS under strain as multiple services declare critical incidents by @cathynewman NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
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The Guardian view on Labour’s NHS reform: structural change while slashing waiting lists is a big ask

The Guardian view on Labour’s NHS reform: structural change while slashing waiting lists is a big ask

The Guardian view on Labour’s NHS reform: structural change while slashing waiting lists is a big ask Editorial: Over the holidays, this column will explore next year’s urgent issues. Today, the battle over the government’s contradictory plans for the health service Continue reading this article about The Guardian view on Labour’s NHS reform: structural change while slashing waiting lists is a big ask by Editorial NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
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How soaring fees for private care are deepening England’s dentistry crisis

How soaring fees for private care are deepening England’s dentistry crisis Ever growing numbers of people find themselves unable to get NHS treatment or pay for the alternative Exclusive: patients unable to get dental care after ‘eye-watering’ rise in private fees The inability of millions of patients to access an NHS dentist is one of the longest-running injustices in the history of the health service. The misery and the harm it causes is profound and well documented. The scandal is not new. Going private is often the only alternative. If it means getting a checkup, a scale and polish, a filling, an extraction or if necessary a root canal, many will pay. Anything to keep your teeth in good nick. Continue reading... By Andrew...
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UK patients unable to get dental care after ‘eye-watering’ rise in private fees

UK patients unable to get dental care after ‘eye-watering’ rise in private fees Exclusive: warning that lack of NHS dentists and soaring cost of private work puts essential care out of reach for many How soaring fees for private care are deepening England’s dentistry crisis Private dentists are cashing in on the scarcity of NHS treatment by hiking their charges for fillings, checkups and extractions to “eye-watering” levels, research has found. Patients are paying as much as £775 for root canal work, £435 to have a tooth out and £325 for a white filling due to fees for common dental procedures soaring since 2022. A white filling has gone from £105 to £129 – up 23%. An extraction has risen from £105 to £139 – 32% more. A...
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The Guardian view on Labour’s NHS reform: structural change while slashing waiting lists is a big ask | Editorial

The Guardian view on Labour’s NHS reform: structural change while slashing waiting lists is a big ask | Editorial Over the holidays, this column will explore next year’s urgent issues. Today, the battle over the government’s contradictory plans for the health service The British government’s 10-year health plan is still some months off. So is the multi-year spending review that will set the parameters around funding. But the three themes around which Labour plans to build its NHS reforms are set. Each involves a change in emphasis: from treatment to prevention, hospital to community and analogue to digital. As health policy is devolved, these plans apply directly only in England. Their impact, though, will be UK-wide, since the...
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Hospital porter sacked for not wearing face mask loses unfair dismissal claim

Hospital porter sacked for not wearing face mask loses unfair dismissal claim Graham Fordham refused to wear face covering during Covid pandemic because he said it made him anxious A hospital porter of 20 years who was sacked after refusing to wear a face mask during the Covid pandemic because it made him anxious has lost his claim for unfair dismissal and discrimination. The claims of Graham Fordham, who was laid off by his employer, Compass Group, after being off work for nine months, were rejected by an employment tribunal, which found the company had acted lawfully. Continue reading... By Daniel Boffey Chief reporter Hospital porter sacked for not wearing face mask loses unfair dismissal claim to Continue reading... NHS...
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Help us manage demand for our services - King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Help us manage demand for our services - King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Help us manage demand for our services - King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust If you have flu, contact NHS 111 or visit your local pharmacy. Only attend A&E in an emergency Continue reading this article about Help us manage demand for our services - King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust by Lizzie Mills NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
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Winter flu season on track to be 'one of worst ever' for NHS

Winter flu season on track to be 'one of worst ever' for NHS

Winter flu season on track to be 'one of worst ever' for NHS The ongoing 'quad-demic' of flu, Covid, norovirus and RSV combined with a lower than normal uptake of flu jabs has contributed to the crisis Continue reading this article about Winter flu season on track to be 'one of worst ever' for NHS by Jane Merrick NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
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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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