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Pharma chief to chair trust

Pharma chief to chair trust

Pharma chief to chair trust High-flyers from the pharma and retail sectors have been appointed to chair two NHS trusts. Continue reading this article about Pharma chief to chair trust by By Ben Clover2025-04-23T11:30:00 NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
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Interoperability in NHS cancer care: Fixing the digital disconnect

Interoperability in NHS cancer care: Fixing the digital disconnect

Interoperability in NHS cancer care: Fixing the digital disconnect Better system integration and unified patient records can transform NHS cancer pathways, freeing up clinicians to focus on what matters most: delivering life-saving treatment with speed and confidence “We need fewer, better systems that actually work together.” That was the frank observation Continue reading this article about Interoperability in NHS cancer care: Fixing the digital disconnect by PublicTechnology staff NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
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Now free on the NHS: Blood test that can pick up 12 types of cancer

Now free on the NHS: Blood test that can pick up 12 types of cancer

Now free on the NHS: Blood test that can pick up 12 types of cancer The test, developed by a team at the University of Southampton, uses AI to analyse blood samples for tiny fragments of genetic material to identify cancer present in the body. Continue reading this article about Now free on the NHS: Blood test that can pick up 12 types of cancer by Emily Stearn NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
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MP hears calls to boost rural NHS services during hospital visit

MP hears calls to boost rural NHS services during hospital visit

MP hears calls to boost rural NHS services during hospital visit Rachel Gilmour MP met with frontline staff and NHS leaders to discuss challenges in community healthcare, including mental health support and rural access Continue reading this article about MP hears calls to boost rural NHS services during hospital visit by Lewis Clarke NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
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Not enough NHS staff to ensure safe care on wards, survey finds

Not enough NHS staff to ensure safe care on wards, survey finds

Not enough NHS staff to ensure safe care on wards, survey finds There are not enough NHS staff to ensure safe care for maternity patients or those recovering from injury or illness, according to a poll. Nurses, healthcare assistants and midwives who responded to a Unison survey said there were too few staff on 69% of shifts, up from 63% two years ago. NHS workers reported the […] Continue reading this article about Not enough NHS staff to ensure safe care on wards, survey finds by Mark Mansfield NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
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Vote for your NHS Governor in Oxfordshire and have your say | Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust

Vote for your NHS Governor in Oxfordshire and have your say | Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust

Vote for your NHS Governor in Oxfordshire and have your say | Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust Voting has now opened and closes on Monday 19 May at 5pm. Continue reading this article about Vote for your NHS Governor in Oxfordshire and have your say | Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust by Oxford Health NHS FT | Caring, safe and excellent NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
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NHS trust’s ‘end-of-life’ network infrastructure risks clinical systems

NHS trust’s ‘end-of-life’ network infrastructure risks clinical systems

NHS trust’s ‘end-of-life’ network infrastructure risks clinical systems Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust has revealed that its network infrastructure is ‘end of life’, risking the use of clinical digital systems. Continue reading this article about NHS trust’s ‘end-of-life’ network infrastructure risks clinical systems by Jordan Sollof NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
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NHS ENCOURAGING YOU TO BUY YOUR HAY FEVER TREATMENTS OVER THE COUNTER

NHS ENCOURAGING YOU TO BUY YOUR HAY FEVER TREATMENTS OVER THE COUNTER

NHS ENCOURAGING YOU TO BUY YOUR HAY FEVER TREATMENTS OVER THE COUNTER NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight is encouraging the public to consider purchasing hay fever treatments, such as antihistamines, over the counter rather than requesting a GP prescription. With the NHS prescription charge currently at £9.90, many over the counter antihistamines are available at a lower price in pharmacies and supermarkets. This means patients can access the advice and medication they need at their local pharmacy without waiting for a GP appointment. It is also quicker than requesting a prescription through the GP. Dr Zaid Hirmiz, Deputy Chief Medical Officer at NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight, says: “As we enter hay fever season, many people rely on...
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Blood test for bowel cancer to be trialled on NHS

Blood test for bowel cancer to be trialled on NHS

Blood test for bowel cancer to be trialled on NHS AI will be used to test samples from 8,000 patients as part of plan to catch the disease earlier and improve survival rates Continue reading this article about Blood test for bowel cancer to be trialled on NHS by Eleanor Hayward, Health Editor NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
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AI could transform NHS but must be used with caution, Glasgow researchers warn

AI could transform NHS but must be used with caution, Glasgow researchers warn

AI could transform NHS but must be used with caution, Glasgow researchers warn Glasgow Centre for Population Health calls for stronger oversight, public input, and a separate strategy for using AI in health ahead of a 2026… Continue reading this article about AI could transform NHS but must be used with caution, Glasgow researchers warn by Rachel Fergusson NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
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'Wake-up call for health service': Not enough NHS staff to ensure 'safe care' on hospital wards, survey finds

'Wake-up call for health service': Not enough NHS staff to ensure 'safe care' on hospital wards, survey finds

'Wake-up call for health service': Not enough NHS staff to ensure 'safe care' on hospital wards, survey finds There are not enough NHS staff to ensure safe care for maternity patients or those recovering from injury or illness, according to a poll. Continue reading this article about 'Wake-up call for health service': Not enough NHS staff to ensure 'safe care' on hospital wards, survey finds by LBC NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
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Very common sign after eating could be symptom of cancer says NHS

Very common sign after eating could be symptom of cancer says NHS

Very common sign after eating could be symptom of cancer says NHS The NHS has issued a cancer warning after revealing that a common symptom experienced after eating is the "least-recognised" sign of the disease Continue reading this article about Very common sign after eating could be symptom of cancer says NHS by Fiona Callingham NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
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Blood test which could detect up to 12 common cancers being assessed for NHS use

Blood test which could detect up to 12 common cancers being assessed for NHS use

Blood test which could detect up to 12 common cancers being assessed for NHS use A blood test that can detect cancer before symptoms develop is being assessed for potential NHS use, health officials have said. Continue reading this article about Blood test which could detect up to 12 common cancers being assessed for NHS use by LBC NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
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Not enough NHS staff to ensure safe care on wards, survey finds

Not enough NHS staff to ensure safe care on wards, survey finds

Not enough NHS staff to ensure safe care on wards, survey finds NHS workers reported the highest proportion of safety concerns after their shifts on maternity wards (81%), in rehabilitation units helping people recover from injury, illness or disability (81%) or those looking after the elderly (82%) Continue reading this article about Not enough NHS staff to ensure safe care on wards, survey finds by Jane Kirby PA Health Editor & Alya Zayed NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
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Nottingham attack victims' fathers demand change after NHS report exposed 'several failures' to stop Valdo Calocane: 'Not worth the paper it's written

Nottingham attack victims' fathers demand change after NHS report exposed 'several failures' to stop Valdo Calocane: 'Not worth the paper it's written on!' Continue reading this article about Nottingham attack victims' fathers demand change after NHS report exposed 'several failures' to stop Valdo Calocane: 'Not worth the paper it's written on!' by Georgia Pearce 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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