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NHS

Issues focusing on the past, present and future of the UK’s National Health Service.

North Tees NHS improves efficiency of nurse admissions process

Industry-leading healthcare information systems will make admissions procedure faster and more accurate, enabling nurses to enhance patient care. InterSystems, an…

Surgery Motivates return to Physiotherapy Career

Childhood surgery inspires Rachel's physiotherapy journey as she calls for more people to return to practice: A children's physiotherapist is…

Sickle cell patients to benefit from £1.5m technology investment from NHS England

Children, young people, and adults across England suffering from sickle cell disease will soon benefit from better care closer to…

Patients value NHS diagnostic services but face barriers to access

UK patients want better access to early and accurate diagnosis of health problems, according to new survey data from the…

NHS ‘Recovery Plan’ unworthy of the title

The British Dental Association has said government failure to embrace fundamental reform of NHS dentistry risks condemning a generation to…

Global cancer burden growing, amidst mounting need for services

Global cancer burden growing, amidst mounting need for services: Ahead of World Cancer Day, the World Health Organization (WHO)’s cancer…

Action Needed to Prevent Future Hip Fracture Risks

Action needed now to avoid potential harms for future hip fracture patients. • NHS hospitals are not currently equipped to…

BSPD urges “Don’t forget the children”

As the bell tolls for NHS dentistry, BSPD urges “Don’t forget the children”. A statement from Claire Stevens CBE, BSPD Spokesperson:…

The End of the NHS: Prioritise prevention or prepare for its collapse

The British public live longer, yet unhealthier lives than previous generations. Many people in the UK will experience decades with…

New midwifery courses: University given the green light

The University of Winchester has been delivered some good news about two of its newest arrivals - a Midwifery BSc…