Fewer GP practices still failing on safety

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’.

Trust teams recognised for excellent patient information

Information for patients has been recognised by the British Medical Association (BMA) as part of their annual Patient Information Awards.

Research grant to develop support for mental health patients

Top researchers at Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust have received a £2.5 million National Institute for Health Research grant.

New laser surgery eye service in Cambridge

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.

New macula centre set to open in Bradford

A new macula centre which offers the very latest in imaging technology is to officially open in Bradford.

Trust introduces new virtual fracture clinic

Ashford and St Peter’s Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has introduced a new virtual fracture clinic in an attempt to reduce outpatient appointments.

Airedale NHS Foundation Trust ‘requires improvement’

The Care Quality Commission has rated Airedale NHS Foundation Trust as ‘requires improvement’ following an inspection in March this year.

Government accused of ‘empty promises’ on mental health

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 to review guidance on CFS/ME

NICE is to begin a review of its 2010 guideline on the diagnosis and treatment of chronic fatigue syndrone/myalgic encephalomyelitis.

Nivolumab now available for lung cancer

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 Trust completes initial roll-out of electronic patient system

East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust has rolled out Lorenzo, a major element of its new electronic patient record computer system.

South Tyneside and Sunderland to lead NHS digital transformation

South Tyneside NHS Foundation Trust is to become a ‘fast follower’ in City Hospitals Sunderland’s digital footsteps.

North Cumbria’s A&E departments within top third in the UK

North Cumbria’s hospitals have performed above the national average once again for emergency care and remain in the top third in the country.

Hospital trust moves closer to paperless NHS

A hospital trust has taken a step towards introducing paperless patient notes - making health records more secure and accessible.

Southampton experts to trial ‘instant’ test for eye infections

Clinicians and engineers in Southampton have developed a microchip that could detect sight-threatening eye infections within minutes.

New report explores future of mental health workforce

A new report written by the Centre for Mental Health explores what the mental health workforce of tomorrow should look like.

Stroke victim numbers to soar by 59 per cent over next two decades

The number of stroke victims in the UK will soar by 59 per cent in the next 20 years, new research suggests.

NHS spends £80 million a year on private ambulances

The NHS spends almost £80 million a year hiring private ambulances to answer emergency services calls, new data shows.

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