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The CQC has published its analysis of the quality and safety of general medical practice in England, finding that 90 per cent of practices in have been rated as ‘good’.
Information for patients has been recognised by the British Medical Association (BMA) as part of their annual Patient Information Awards.
Top researchers at Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust have received a £2.5 million National Institute for Health Research grant.
The first ultra-precision laser surgery eye service for NHS patients at a major teaching hospital has officially opened at the Cambridge Eye Unit at Addenbrooke’s.
A new macula centre which offers the very latest in imaging technology is to officially open in Bradford.
Ashford and St Peter’s Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has introduced a new virtual fracture clinic in an attempt to reduce outpatient appointments.
The Care Quality Commission has rated Airedale NHS Foundation Trust as ‘requires improvement’ following an inspection in March this year.
The government has been accused of ‘empty promises’ over boosting mental health provision as new figures reveal that half of local NHS bodies plan to cut spending on vital services.
NICE is to begin a review of its 2010 guideline on the diagnosis and treatment of chronic fatigue syndrone/myalgic encephalomyelitis.
Lung cancer patients in England can now be prescribed nivolumab after NICE says it should be available through the Cancer Drugs Fund.
East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust has rolled out Lorenzo, a major element of its new electronic patient record computer system.
South Tyneside NHS Foundation Trust is to become a ‘fast follower’ in City Hospitals Sunderland’s digital footsteps.
North Cumbria’s hospitals have performed above the national average once again for emergency care and remain in the top third in the country.
A hospital trust has taken a step towards introducing paperless patient notes - making health records more secure and accessible.
Clinicians and engineers in Southampton have developed a microchip that could detect sight-threatening eye infections within minutes.
A new report written by the Centre for Mental Health explores what the mental health workforce of tomorrow should look like.
The number of stroke victims in the UK will soar by 59 per cent in the next 20 years, new research suggests.
The NHS spends almost £80 million a year hiring private ambulances to answer emergency services calls, new data shows.
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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.
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Northwich’s Victoria Infirmary (VIN) Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) has enabled more patients
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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