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Calum Banister · Dec 14, 2024

NHS issues important repeat prescription advice for Christmas The region's top pharmacist has asked the public to make plans for their medication to ensure they have enough supplies during the holiday season. Continue reading this article about NHS issues important repeat prescription advice for Christmas by Calum Banister NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.

@smaisner · Dec 14, 2024

Medway: No NHS data breach after suspicious IT activity Medway Community Healthcare (MCH) disconnected its computer system while the issue was investigated. Continue reading this article about Medway: No NHS data breach after suspicious IT activity by @smaisner NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.

Laura Hughes · Dec 14, 2024

NHS spending on new drugs not best use of money, says study Funding for existing services would have helped more patients Continue reading this article about NHS spending on new drugs not best use of money, says study by Laura Hughes NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.

Laura DonnellyLaura Donnelly · Dec 14, 2024

NHS medicines watchdog ‘costing more lives than it saves’ Researchers suggest funding for expensive new drugs may be better spent on existing health services Continue reading this article about NHS medicines watchdog ‘costing more lives than it saves’ by Laura Donnelly Laura Donnelly NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.

Rebecca Thomas · Dec 14, 2024

‘Tidal wave of flu’ warning for NHS this winter as cases surge 70 per cent in a week NHS’ most senior medic warns hospitals are facing a ‘tidal wave’ of flu infections Continue reading this article about ‘Tidal wave of flu’ warning for NHS this winter as cases surge 70 per cent in a week by Rebecca Thomas NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.

Samantha Leathers · Dec 14, 2024

NHS repeat prescriptions warning issued to every patient as deadline days away The NHS has issued guidance on repeat prescriptions Continue reading this article about NHS repeat prescriptions warning issued to every patient as deadline days away by Samantha Leathers NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.

Neil Shaw · Dec 14, 2024

'I was an NHS surgeon, there are five ways to skip the waiting list' The advice comes amid a warning that waiting lists could be set to get longer Continue reading this article about 'I was an NHS surgeon, there are five ways to skip the waiting list' by Neil Shaw NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.

Denis Campbell · Dec 14, 2024

NHS spends £14.7bn a year treating patients in England hurt by care mistakes, says report Experts from Imperial College London cite ‘alarming declines’ in 12 key metrics of patient safety Continue reading this article about NHS spends £14.7bn a year treating patients in England hurt by care mistakes, says report by Denis Campbell NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.

Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory · Dec 14, 2024

Patients, the NHS and the Life Sciences sector set to benefit from new clinical trials framework being laid in parliament today The amended regulatory framework will speed up trial approvals and encourage innovation in trial design without compromising patient safety Continue reading this article about Patients, the NHS and the Life Sciences sector set to benefit from new clinical trials framework being laid in parliament today by Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.

bbc.com · Dec 14, 2024

PinkNews boss suspended from NHS job after BBC investigation The BBC heard claims Dr Anthony James kissed and touched a younger PinkNews colleague at a party. Continue reading this article about PinkNews boss suspended from NHS job after BBC investigation by bbc.com NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.

Gemma Mitchell · Dec 14, 2024

Government budgets for 2.8% NHS pay rise for 2025-26 A 2.8% pay rise for nurses and other NHS staff in England is all the government has said it can ... Continue reading this article about Government budgets for 2.8% NHS pay rise for 2025-26 by Gemma Mitchell NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.

Department of Health and Social Care · Dec 14, 2024

Health Secretary asks NHS to prioritise patient safety for winter Health and Social Care Secretary Wes Streeting held a specially-convened meeting with trust leads this morning as the NHS battles record pressures in winter. Continue reading this article about Health Secretary asks NHS to prioritise patient safety for winter by Department of Health and Social Care NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.

Alison Phillips · Dec 14, 2024

Friend with benefits? Ask Prince Andrew | Alison Phillips Only the disgraced prince would be daft enough to invite an alleged spy for China to his 60th birthday party Here’s a festive quiz for all the family. Is Prince Andrew: Continue reading... By Alison Phillips Friend with benefits? Ask Prince Andrew | Alison Phillips to Continue reading... NHS Forums - For NHS Staff | Patient Forums

PA Media · Dec 12, 2024

NHS warns of 'tidal wave' of flu as hospital cases rise 70% in England Number of hospital beds occupied by patients with flu has increased by 70% in a week, with norovirus, RSV and Covid-19 all forecast to rise The number of hospital beds in England occupied by patients with flu has increased by 70% in a week, NHS England said, as it warned of a “tidal wave of flu hitting hospitals”. Health leaders said that people eligible for their free flu jab should get vaccinated as soon as possible to avoid “festive flu”. Continue reading... By PA Media NHS warns of 'tidal wave' of flu as hospital cases rise 70% in England to Continue reading... NHS Forums - For NHS Staff | Patient Forums

Denis Campbell Health policy editor · Dec 12, 2024

NHS spends £14.7bn a year treating patients in England hurt by care mistakes, says report Experts from Imperial College London cite ‘alarming declines’ in 12 key metrics of patient safety The NHS is forced to spend a “staggering” £14.7bn a year treating people who have been harmed by mistakes made during their care, a report reveals. And a stark north/south divide on patient safety has opened up across England, with double the amount of death and disability caused by medical negligence in the north-east than in London. Continue reading... By Denis Campbell Health policy editor NHS spends £14.7bn a year treating patients in England hurt by care mistakes, says report to Continue reading... NHS Forums - For NHS Staff | Patient Forums

Tom Ambrose · Dec 11, 2024

PinkNews director suspended from NHS role after sexual misconduct claims Anthony James, a former GP, suspended from role at Bedfordshire hospitals trust after allegations by newspaper’s workers The PinkNews director Anthony James has been suspended from work in the NHS after more than 30 current and former workers at the online newspaper made allegations of inappropriate behaviour. Bedfordshire hospitals NHS foundation trust said on Wednesday that it had decided to suspend James from his role as associate non-executive director pending further information. Continue reading... By Tom Ambrose PinkNews director suspended from NHS role after sexual misconduct claims to Continue reading... NHS Forums - For NHS Staff | Patient Forums

Tobi Thomas Health and inequalities correspondent · Dec 11, 2024

‘Medical misogyny’ condemns women to years of gynaecological pain, MPs told Damning parliamentary report blames lack of education by healthcare workers and ‘pervasive stigma’ for poor care Women and girls are enduring years of pain because their reproductive conditions are being dismissed due to “medical misogyny”, according to a damning parliamentary report. The report, by the Women and Equalities committee, found that gynaecological conditions such as endometriosis and adenomyosis are treated with inadequate care due to a “pervasive stigma”, a lack of education by healthcare professionals and “medical misogyny”. Continue reading... By Tobi Thomas Health and inequalities correspondent ‘Medical misogyny’ condemns women to years...

Denis Campbell, Health policy editor · Dec 9, 2024

Wes Streeting holds urgent talks with NHS bosses in England as winter crisis expected Health secretary tells hospitals to put safety above waiting time targets days after warning of potential ‘quad-demic’ Wes Streeting has held urgent talks with NHS leaders in England about how the service will cope with an impending winter crisis amid signs that it is already under intense pressure. At the meeting on Monday, the health secretary told the chief executive of NHS England, Amanda Pritchard, and the bosses of large hospital trusts to prioritise patient safety over trying to meet waiting time targets. Continue reading... By Denis Campbell, Health policy editor Wes Streeting holds urgent talks with NHS bosses in England as winter...

Guardian Staff · Dec 8, 2024

Labour needs the will to solve social care crisis | Letters A free adult social care system modelled on one already in operation in a London borough is achievable, according to Sally Powell and Stephen Burke. Plus a letter from John Ransford A royal commission on the future of social care (Editorial, 3 December) would be yet another example of how successive governments have kicked the care can further down the road. Older and disabled people, and their families, are desperate for the government to sort out the care crisis once and for all. With its large majority, it has a chance to be bold and take decisive action that would benefit every family across the country – in the same way that it has acted to reform the railways. Care is...

Nicola Davis Science correspondent · Dec 7, 2024

How does weight loss drug Mounjaro work and why is it in such high demand? The ‘King Kong of weight loss drugs’ will be available on the NHS but only patients with most need will get it Mounjaro, known as the “King Kong of weight loss drugs”, will be available to patients on the NHS, but this week it was announced the medication will be prioritised to people with the highest needs – with the rollout expected to extend over 12 years. We take a look at why the medication is in such demand and the impact it could have on the nation’s health. Continue reading... By Nicola Davis Science correspondent How does weight loss drug Mounjaro work and why is it in such high demand? to Continue reading... NHS Forums - For NHS Staff |...

Tobi Thomas Health and inequalities correspondent · Dec 6, 2024

Black and Asian cancer patients less likely to survive UK stem cell transplant than white peers Study finds increased risk of fatal complications for patients from every minority ethnic background after donor stem cell transplant Black and Asian cancer patients are less likely to survive in the five years after a donor stem cell transplant than their white counterparts, according to a study and largest of its kind. The study, published in Lancet Haematology, looked at 30,000 patients who had a stem cell transplant between 2009 and 2020 on the NHS, with 19,000 of these being cancer patients. Continue reading... By Tobi Thomas Health and inequalities correspondent Black and Asian cancer patients less likely to survive UK stem...

Kiran Stacey Political correspondent · Dec 6, 2024

Don’t expect better public services ‘by Christmas’, Starmer says Prime minister says problems in health, housing and education will take years to rebuild • UK politics live – latest updates Keir Starmer has told voters not to expect rapid public service improvements as he seeks to relaunch his faltering government withlong-term targets on housebuilding, living standards, energy, policing, education and the NHS. In broadcast interviews on Friday morning, the prime minister said he could not promise immediate change, blaming the previous Conservative government for leaving behind problems which could take years to solve. Continue reading... By Kiran Stacey Political correspondent Don’t expect better public services ‘by...

Guardian staff · Dec 5, 2024

Can Keir Starmer’s six targets turn the tide? What the PM said – and what it all means They might have sounded a tad familiar, but the prime minister is hoping these pledges will win back trust Sir Keir Starmer’s speech on Thursday mentioned the word “milestone” eight times and “missions” 13 times. There were also three “promises” and a “pledge”. This all added up to one big thing: the prime minister attempting to turn the tide after a difficult start in government, by setting targets it must reach by the end of this parliament. Continue reading... By Guardian staff Can Keir Starmer’s six targets turn the tide? What the PM said – and what it all means to Continue reading... NHS Forums - For NHS Staff | Patient Forums

Guardian staff and agencies · Dec 5, 2024

Warning of NHS ‘quad-demic’ as flu and Covid cases rise in England NHS winter report reveals norovirus and RSV are also leaving thousands in hospital The NHS is facing a “quad-demic” of health emergencies as it heads into winter, with hospitals “busier than ever” for this time of year, the health service’s most senior doctor has said. The number of people in hospital with flu in England has more than quadrupled compared with last year, while cases of Covid, norovirus and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) are also on the rise. Continue reading... By Guardian staff and agencies Warning of NHS ‘quad-demic’ as flu and Covid cases rise in England to Continue reading... NHS Forums - For NHS Staff | Patient Forums

PA Media · Dec 5, 2024

NHS to restrict new weight-loss drug Mounjaro to 220,000 patients in England initially Health officials say they are prioritising people with the highest needs for ‘King Kong of weight-loss drugs’ Fewer than 10% of patients in England who are eligible for what has been dubbed the “King Kong of weight loss drugs” will initially be able to access it on the NHS after officials said they would prioritise people with the highest needs. The “difficult decision” to roll out Mounjaro slowly over 12 years was made “in order to protect other vital NHS services”, the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (Nice) said. Continue reading... By PA Media NHS to restrict new weight-loss drug Mounjaro to 220,000 patients in England...

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NHS issues important repeat prescription advice for Christmas

Medway: No NHS data breach after suspicious IT activity

NHS spending on new drugs not best use of money, says study

NHS medicines watchdog ‘costing more lives than it saves’

‘Tidal wave of flu’ warning for NHS this winter as cases surge 70 per cent in a week

NHS repeat prescriptions warning issued to every patient as deadline days away

'I was an NHS surgeon, there are five ways to skip the waiting list'

NHS spends £14.7bn a year treating patients in England hurt by care mistakes, says report

Patients, the NHS and the Life Sciences sector set to benefit from new clinical trials framework being laid in parliament today

PinkNews boss suspended from NHS job after BBC investigation

Government budgets for 2.8% NHS pay rise for 2025-26

Health Secretary asks NHS to prioritise patient safety for winter

Friend with benefits? Ask Prince Andrew | Alison Phillips

NHS warns of 'tidal wave' of flu as hospital cases rise 70% in England

NHS spends £14.7bn a year treating patients in England hurt by care mistakes, says report

PinkNews director suspended from NHS role after sexual misconduct claims

‘Medical misogyny’ condemns women to years of gynaecological pain, MPs told

Wes Streeting holds urgent talks with NHS bosses in England as winter crisis expected

Labour needs the will to solve social care crisis | Letters

How does weight loss drug Mounjaro work and why is it in such high demand?

Black and Asian cancer patients less likely to survive UK stem cell transplant than white peers

Don’t expect better public services ‘by Christmas’, Starmer says

Can Keir Starmer’s six targets turn the tide? What the PM said – and what it all means

Warning of NHS ‘quad-demic’ as flu and Covid cases rise in England

NHS to restrict new weight-loss drug Mounjaro to 220,000 patients in England initially

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