Coronavirus winter wave could be worse than first

Scientists have warned that the UK could see about 120,000 new coronavirus deaths in a second wave of infections this winter.

Heart scans could lead to better coronavirus treatment

The British Heart Foundation has said that heart scans could lead to better treatment for patients in hospital with coronavirus.

BMA calls for ‘credible plan’ to tackle backlog

Doctors have called for extra investment for the NHS to help the millions of patients who have missed out on life-saving tests and treatment.

Tougher penalties considered for paramedic attacks

Anyone who assaults or attacks emergency workers could face longer jail terms, as the government considers doubling the maximum penalty.

New framework helps facilitate safe return to the workplace

A new procurement framework will help the public sector access technology that supports social distancing in the workplace.

Cancer referrals being turned down during pandemic

Urgent referrals for suspected cancer had been inappropriately turned down by hospitals more often than before the pandemic.

Space Agency backs delivery of testing kits by drone

A project using drones to deliver coronavirus test kits using space data in Scotland has been backed by new UK Space Agency funding.

Number of nurse recruits from EU falls

The number of nurses and midwives from the European Economic Area on its register has fallen for the last three years in a row.

Public urged to give feedback to shape future care

A new campaign has been launched calling on all people who access services to help shape future health and social care.

Planned operations fell by 80 per cent

NHS figures show that planned operations in England fell by 80 per cent in May compared with this time 12 months ago.

Free mental health conversation training for NHS staff

Training is available for NHS managers, supervisors, and those with caring responsibilities for NHS staff, to talk about mental health beyond coronavirus.

Record jump for nurse and midwife numbers

Applicants to nursing courses in England are up 16 per cent as the NHS employs a record number of nurses and midwives.

Confusion remains over NHS staff free parking

Nicky Morgan has cast doubt over whether free hospital parking for NHS staff in England is to end.

Less arduous regulation and more trust needed, say GPs

GPs have called for a permanent reduction in red tape and bureaucracy to give GPs the time they need to manage the aftermath of coronavirus.

Mental health crisis awaits if urgent support is not provided

The mental health impact of the pandemic could lead to a post-coronavirus mental health crisis, unless urgent support is not provided for services.

Coronavirus to leave ‘lingering and difficult legacy’

GPs are predicting a ‘lingering and difficult legacy’ of illness left by coronavirus and say that they must be appropriately supported.

Government must have PPE plan within two months

The Public Accounts Committee has demanded a detailed plan for PPE within two months, ahead of a possible second wave of coronavirus.

Infections at peak of pandemic struck hospital staff

At least one in ten of all coronavirus infections at the peak of the pandemic in England was among patient-facing hospital and care home staff.

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