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Winter virus levels as NHS heads into spring
Winter virus levels as NHS heads into spring Norovirus cases in hospitals are the highest they’ve ever been at the start of spring, according to new NHS data. Continue reading this article about Winter virus levels as NHS heads into spring by @wiredgov NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
NHS Sussex News
NHS Sussex News Bookings open for spring COVID-19 vaccinations – arrange yours now People across Sussex can now pre-book their spring COVID-19 vaccinations as the NHS rolls out additional protection for those most… Continue reading NHS Sussex News – 28 March 2025 Continue reading this article about NHS Sussex News by Harriet Rayfield NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
Nick White: Is abolishing NHS England going to get Labour stuck in the mire?
Nick White: Is abolishing NHS England going to get Labour stuck in the mire? Getting rid of NHS England is not the problem, it's a good idea. How it's being done is unlikely to help deliver the outcome of a significant reduction of waiting lists by the time of the next election. Continue reading this article about Nick White: Is abolishing NHS England going to get Labour stuck in the mire? by Nick White NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
Shropshire NHS chief ‘deeply frustrated’ as axe looms over 150 jobs
Shropshire NHS chief ‘deeply frustrated’ as axe looms over 150 jobs An NHS chief in Shropshire says he is ‘deeply frustrated’ by a lack of ‘clarity’ over an announcement that his organisation’s workforce is set to be cut by half. Continue reading this article about Shropshire NHS chief ‘deeply frustrated’ as axe looms over 150 jobs by David Tooley NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
NEWS: NHS to Launch Next Digital Check
NEWS: NHS to Launch Next Digital Check As reported by Digital Health, NHS England is set to roll out the 2025 Digital Maturity Assessment in the coming weeks, helping trusts assess their… Continue reading this article about NEWS: NHS to Launch Next Digital Check by Eleanor Potter NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
Wes Streeting’s plan to fix the NHS – Politics Weekly Westminster The government has put improving the NHS at the heart of its plans, but will it be able to deliver on its promises? And how long could it take to turn the health service around? Pippa Crerar asked health secretary Wes Streeting at a special Guardian Live event. In a wide-ranging discussion, he also took questions on others issues including assisted dying, transgender rights and the war in Gaza. To purchase the full event video on demand, go to the theguardian.live Continue reading... By Presented by Pippa Crerar, Wes Streeting and Kiran Stacey, produced by Frankie Tobi, music by Axel Kacoutié; the executive producer is Zoe Hitch Wes Streeting’s plan to fix the NHS...
Can the NHS do away with ‘winter pressures’?
Can the NHS do away with ‘winter pressures’? European countries offer England evidence of how to navigate seasonal strains without big disruption to services Continue reading this article about Can the NHS do away with ‘winter pressures’? by Sarah Neville NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
Wes Streeting’s plan to fix the NHS
Wes Streeting’s plan to fix the NHS The government has put improving the NHS at the heart of its plans, but will it be able to deliver on its promises? Pippa Crerar asked health secretary Wes Streeting at a special Guardian Live event. Continue reading this article about Wes Streeting’s plan to fix the NHS by Zoe Hitch,Pippa Crerar,Kiran Stacey,Frankie Tobi,Axel Kacoutié,Wes Streeting NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
Dad share heartbreaking story which sparks debate on 'failing' NHS
Dad share heartbreaking story which sparks debate on 'failing' NHS The man told the panel on BBC Question Time of his heartache at watching his daughter suffer in silence for two years, unable to leave the house at times Continue reading this article about Dad share heartbreaking story which sparks debate on 'failing' NHS by Bradley Jolly, Paige Ingram NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
EXCLUSIVE: NHS Billions Spent on Degrading Private Treatment
EXCLUSIVE: NHS Billions Spent on Degrading Private Treatment Novara Media investigates private mental healthcare provider Priory Group. Plus: Labour MPs are struggling to defend their party’s new programme of austerity; and why the EU is so afraid to stand up to Donald Trump. With Dalia Gebrial, Harriet Williamson, David Rowlands and NoJusticeMTG.… Continue reading this article about EXCLUSIVE: NHS Billions Spent on Degrading Private Treatment by Novara Media NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
GPs need larger share of NHS cash and fewer hoops to jump through, says think tank
GPs need larger share of NHS cash and fewer hoops to jump through, says think tank The government should set clear milestones for moving more NHS funding into primary care and simplify the GP contract to deliver plans for more healthcare outside hospitals, a think tank has warned. Continue reading this article about GPs need larger share of NHS cash and fewer hoops to jump through, says think tank by Nick Bostock NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
NHS: Committee asks for government plans to prevent cross-border healthcare delays - Committees
NHS: Committee asks for government plans to prevent cross-border healthcare delays - Committees The Welsh Affairs Committee has asked the UK and Welsh Governments for more detail on their plans to improve cross-border healthcare between England and Wales. Continue reading this article about NHS: Committee asks for government plans to prevent cross-border healthcare delays - Committees by committees.parliament.uk NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
HealthTech raises £1.5m to 'revolutionise NHS staffing & efficiency'
HealthTech raises £1.5m to 'revolutionise NHS staffing & efficiency' Fuel Ventures leads round for Healsgood which is looking to dramatically reduce patient waiting times and NHS service delivery failures Continue reading this article about HealthTech raises £1.5m to 'revolutionise NHS staffing & efficiency' by Patrick Killeen NHS Forums - For daily discussion by NHS Staff.
Decline of cash credited for drop in NHS surgery for children swallowing objects Figures reveal 29% fall in operations in England to remove foreign bodies from children’s airways, noses and throats Cashless societies may be a sad fact of modern life for those with a nostalgic attachment to the pound in their pocket, but doctors have discovered one unexpected benefit of the decline of coins. Far fewer children are having surgery after swallowing small items that could choke or kill them, and the scarcity of loose change is likely to be the reason. Continue reading... By Denis Campbell Health policy editor Decline of cash credited for drop in NHS surgery for children swallowing objects to Continue reading... NHS Forums - For NHS...
Decline of cash credited for drop in NHS surgery for children swallowing objects
Decline of cash credited for drop in NHS surgery for children swallowing objects Figures reveal 29% fall in operations in England to remove foreign bodies from children’s airways, noses and throats Continue reading this article about Decline of cash credited for drop in NHS surgery for children swallowing objects by Denis Campbell 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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