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To mark the NHS 70 anniversary, HB speaks to Niall Dickson, chief executive of NHS Confederation, about the success of the NHS
Leasing is extremely flexible and could be the perfect solution if much-need new equipment would otherwise be unaffordable, writes the FLA
Jerome Baddley and Clare Topping analyse a number of waste solutions that have been widely adopted in the health sector
Misunderstanding among smokers and the general public of the dangers of e-cigarettes continues to grow, says Martin Dockrell
NHS cyber security has been given a major boost with a new multi-million-pound deal with Microsoft. Peter Dyke explains how
Diabetes UK is encouraging the use of technology to improve diabetes management and save the NHS vital funds. Nikki Joule explains why
How the new Construction Consultancy Services Framework is helping NHS trusts achieve maximum value from capital spending projects
RoSPA's Karen McDonnell looks at how good management of health and safety can ward against slip, trip and fall-related injuries
The Fire Industry Association's Robert Thilthorpe explains why you should have fire extinguishers maintained regularly
The Association of British Healthcare Industries looks at how connected care will provide savings and improve outcomes for the NHS
Neal Suchak, policy advisor at the Recruitment & Employment Confederation, analyses the workforce challenges facing the NHS post-Brexit
Tas Hind looks at the role of cloud computing in helping to revolutionise the use of technology in healthcare
With various iterations of the CQUIN 1B guidelines being announced over the last few years, it’s not surprising that many find them daunting and confusing, says David King
Embracing a design-led approach can really improve outcomes for staff and patients in hospitals across the country, says the Design Council
With the pressures the NHS and social care are facing, partnership working is vital, writes NICE's Nicola Bent
Ed Palferman explains how PEPPOL can simplify business and can reduce costs for the healthcare system
Adrian Roper discusses how to help NHS trusts create a better food experience and support a health-promoting environment through shared learning
The patient communications technology framework can help reduce the almost £1 billion cost to the NHS wasted on ‘Did Not Attends’, says Peter Akid
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UK Building Regulations highlight toxic gas and smoke from layers of paint built up over multiple redecorations as a major cause of permanent ill health or death in a building fire.
Their concern rose with discovery the flame retardant paints most widely used paint along escape routes have been ones which to this day counter-productively use emission of heavy toxic gas to smother flames which rapidly spread along walls if layers of paint delaminate in a fire.
Northwich’s Victoria Infirmary (VIN) Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) has enabled more patients
Adveco, the commercial hot water specialist, announces the launch of live metering of domestic ho
Sarah Greenslade, public affairs and communications officer at the British Parking Association looks at some of the problems and innovations in healthcare parking
It’s easy to assume that the comms team is there to handle press enquiries and the occasional social media storm – but the reality is that strategic communications can make a measurable impact across the entire organisation, from operational to financial, when done properly