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 Patients Association. Many patients would...
NHS
The NHS category focuses on the people, policies and challenges shaping the UK’s publicly funded health service. It offers thoughtful analysis of organisational change, workforce issues, funding and performance, along with debate on how to improve care delivery and health outcomes. From insights into frontline practice to discussion of strategic priorities and reforms, this category brings clarity to the complex forces influencing the future of health and care in the NHS.
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 decay and widening oral health...
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 agency, the International Agency for...
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 manage the projected increase in...
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: “Amid this crisis in NHS...
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 serious chronic illness, much of...
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 and Degree Apprenticeship. Both courses...
Public support for Alzheimer’s disease blood tests
Blood tests for diagnosing dementia would be much more acceptable to the public than current tests offered, according to a new survey. The news comes...
Dentistry: Access problems will cost lives
The British Dental Association has stressed the Government must act to meaningfully restore access to NHS dentistry, as oral cancer rates and deaths continue to...
Time critical medication guides for healthcare professionals
The Parkinson’s Excellence Network has launched three time critical medication guides to support hospital and care home staff to make sure everyone with Parkinson's who...
