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GPs could take back out of hours responsibility
And they could manage patients health and social care needsRelated items from OnMedicaGPs cutting out-of-hours, claims LabourGPs’ role in public health under spotlightGP role must be boosted in the futureWill GPs take telehealth into the mainstream? GPs under pressure to put costs before patients
Source: OnMedica Latest News - February 18, 2013 Category: UK Health Source Type: news
Energy budget forecast
GPS has produced the energy budget forecast which will support NHS organisations in developing 2013/14 budgets.
Source: NHS Networks - February 18, 2013 Category: UK Health Authors: Maria Axford Source Type: news
Maternity, child health, child and adolescent mental health services data sets
All NHS funded providers of these services in England should commence data collection from April 2013. More ….
Source: NHS Networks - February 18, 2013 Category: UK Health Authors: Maria Axford Source Type: news
Safer mental health services toolkit
Based on the findings of the national confidential inquiry into suicide and homicide by people with mental illness, this toolkit provides suggestions for best practice on the practical steps health professionals and managers can take to help improve service safety and reduce risk.
Source: NHS Networks - February 18, 2013 Category: UK Health Authors: Maria Axford Source Type: news
Evaluation of best practice tariffs
The evaluation was commissioned by the Department of Health and the research, carried out by health policy researchers at Nottingham University Business School and the University of Manchester’s Institute for Population Health, looked at four BPT initiatives.
Source: NHS Networks - February 18, 2013 Category: UK Health Authors: Maria Axford Source Type: news
Optoms call for more efficient collection of eye health data
The college’s report highlights how improving data collection can improve communication between optometry practices, GPs, hospitals and local health authorities, ensuring that communities benefit from efficient and joined up services.
Source: NHS Networks - February 18, 2013 Category: UK Health Authors: Maria Axford Source Type: news
Response to the consultation on national performers’ lists
The consultation asked 18 questions to help determine how to amend the performers’ lists system to reflect the changes made by the Health and Social Care Act 2012 and recommendations made by previous reviews.
Source: NHS Networks - February 18, 2013 Category: UK Health Authors: Maria Axford Source Type: news
How to avoid information governance risk
PCC is running workshops on understanding the fundamentals of information governance. The workshops will cover managing freedom of information enquiries, data protection, Caldicott and critical incidents and will be held on 25 March in Birmingham, 9 April in Leeds and 16 April in London.
Source: NHS Networks - February 18, 2013 Category: UK Health Authors: Maria Axford Source Type: news
LinkedIn debate: Future leaders will have to be tech-literate
Discuss how technology is affecting the working environment on 25 Feberuary
Source: HSJ - February 17, 2013 Category: UK Health Source Type: news
How to spot future patients
A risk stratification tool is helping GPs to identify where early intervention would benefit patients
Source: HSJ - February 17, 2013 Category: UK Health Source Type: news
Mental health nurse prescribing: using a constructivist approach to investigate the nurse–patient relationship
In this study clients and other stakeholders from one National Health Service Foundation Trust were interviewed or participated in a focus group regarding their experiences of nurses prescribing medication.
Clients in this study believed that nurse prescribing was working well and they were satisfied having their medication prescribed by their nurse. Nurse prescribers believed that their prescribing was well received by their clients and by other professionals.
AbstractNurse prescribing has been embraced in many areas of nursing, but less so in mental health. Relatively few studies have been published in this field with e...
Source: Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing - February 17, 2013 Category: Nursing Authors: J. D. Ross, A. Clarke, A. M. Kettles Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Third case of novel coronavirus infection identified in family cluster
The Health Protection Agency (HPA) can confirm a third case of novel coronavirus infection in a family cluster, following the confirmed diagnosis of two cases announced earlier this week. The patient, who is a UK resident and does not have any recent travel history, is recovering from a mild respiratory illness and is currently well. This latest case brings the total number of confirmed cases globally to 12, of which four have been diagnosed in the UK.
Source: Health Protection Agency - February 15, 2013 Category: UK Health Source Type: news
BREAKING: Police to examine Francis report for evidence
Staffordshire Police has announced plans to review evidence from the Francis report “to identify whether there is any potential for criminal charges” in the wake of care failings at Mid Staffordshire Foundation Trust.
Source: HSJ - February 15, 2013 Category: UK Health Source Type: news
Your 18-week waits: December 2012 data
Interactive maps showing where the long-wait pressures are, for NHS and independent sector providers and for commissioners. All updated with the latest (December 2012) data.
Source: HSJ - February 15, 2013 Category: UK Health Source Type: news
Dorrell intervenes in Gary Walker gagging order row
Health select committee chair Stephen Dorrell has written to the health secretary raising concern about the application of a confidentiality agreement signed by Gary Walker, the former United Lincolnshire Hospitals Trust chief executive.
Source: HSJ - February 15, 2013 Category: UK Health Source Type: news
Putting on wait: English waiting list looking big
Some waiting times figures got a bit better in December, some a bit worse. But the size of the waiting list is starting to look worryingly big.
Source: HSJ - February 15, 2013 Category: UK Health Source Type: news
Junior doctors' rotas 'not working'
Patients are being put at risk as exhausted junior doctors work for 100 hours a week, a new report suggests.
Source: HSJ - February 15, 2013 Category: UK Health Source Type: news
HSJ Live 15.2.2013: Jeremy Hunt writes to United Lincs over gagging order
Health secretary criticises NHS trusts for focus on “institutional self preservation”, plus updates on the rest of today’s news
Source: HSJ - February 15, 2013 Category: UK Health Source Type: news
HSJ Live 15.2.2013: Monitor tells Rotherham Foundation Trust to improve
Monitor intervenes in the Rotherham Foundation Trust, Patients First’s letter to the prime minister, and updates on the rest of today’s news
Source: HSJ - February 15, 2013 Category: UK Health Source Type: news
[World Report] Providing medical relief in Syria's conflict
Saleyha Ahsan, a doctor working in the UK's National Health Service, travelled to Syria in January, and reports on the medical aid effort inside the country and on the Turkish border.
Source: LANCET - February 15, 2013 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Saleyha Ahsan Tags: World Report Source Type: research
Housing network newsletter, February
The latest edition of Housing LIN newsletter covers the latest policy, funding and practice developments relevant to housing with care and housing related support for older people and those with long term conditions.
Source: NHS Networks - February 15, 2013 Category: UK Health Authors: Maria Axford Source Type: news
Housing, dementia and the maintenance of independence
It looks at the emerging housing policy and practice developments affecting people with dementia and provides top tips. More ……
Source: NHS Networks - February 15, 2013 Category: UK Health Authors: Maria Axford Source Type: news
Apprentices in the NHS
Advantages include having a local focus, developing the skills of young people and bringing them into the workforce, at the same time growing the workforce of the future and skilling them up to become good NHS employees, ready to take on more complex and responsible roles. Apprentices can be employed in both clinical and non-clinical positions. Good support via a mentor is crucial to their progress, encouraging them to receive developmental feedback, to improve and to be the best they can be. If you are interested in developing your mentoring skills, Life Associates are running a “mentoring your apprent...
Source: NHS Networks - February 15, 2013 Category: UK Health Authors: Maria Axford Source Type: news
‘Patients at risk’ from doctors’ working hours
According to research commissioned by the GMC, some doctors may still be working nearly 100 hours a week during their busiest shifts - increasing the potential for mistakes.The study, based on the views of 82 trainee doctors, found that while the regulations had led to fewer hours, it had also produced more shift work, leaving some doctors suffering fatigue and acknowledging that there were times when they performed poorly.
Source: NHS Networks - February 15, 2013 Category: UK Health Authors: Maria Axford Source Type: news
Home care inspection programme
It recommends that services work more closely with commissioners to improve care, find solutions to common problems and put systems in place to monitor the impact of missed or late visits. More ….
Source: NHS Networks - February 15, 2013 Category: UK Health Authors: Maria Axford Source Type: news
Extra funding for NHS dentists announced
Dental surgeries have been applying to the local NHS to access the extra funds which will allow them to take on new patients and fund extra clinics.
This is the second year the government has made extra dental funding available. This will allow more patients to register with a dentist and get their oral health checked. More …..
Source: NHS Networks - February 15, 2013 Category: UK Health Authors: Maria Axford Source Type: news
New guide to commissioning high value eye care
Written by leading eye care clinicians with support from experienced clinical commissioners at the National Association of Primary Care, Royal College of General Practitioners and the Department of Health’s Right Care Team, it will provide valuable support to those designing and delivering eye care across the UK. The guidance focuses on services for glaucoma. In the coming months, the colleges will publish their recommendations on improving services for: age-related macular degeneration, cataract, diabetic retinopathy, low vision, oculoplastics and urgent eye care.
Source: NHS Networks - February 15, 2013 Category: UK Health Authors: Maria Axford Source Type: news
Patient safety in vitreoretinal surgery: quality improvements following a patient safety reporting system
Conclusions
VR PSI reporting resulted in a change in clinical practice. Longitudinal analysis suggests an accompanying increase in patient safety.
Source: British Journal of Ophthalmology - February 15, 2013 Category: Opthalmology Authors: Wong, S. C., Kelly, S. P., Sullivan, P. M. Tags: Angle, Vision, Neurology Original articles - Clinical science Source Type: research
National neonatal data to support specialist care and improve infant outcomes
‘Liberating the NHS’ and the new Outcomes Framework make information central to the management of the UK National Health Service (NHS). The principles of patient choice and government policy on the transparency of outcomes for public services are key drivers for improving the performance. Specialist neonatal care is able to respond positively to these challenges owing to the development of a well-defined dataset and comprehensive national data collection. When combined with analysis, audit and feedback at the national level, this is proving to be an effective means to harness the potential of clinical data. Oth...
Source: Archives of Disease in Childhood - Fetal and Neonatal Edition - February 15, 2013 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Authors: Spencer, A., Modi, N. Tags: Reviews Source Type: research
78,500 kids have taken-up smoking while plain packs wait
Campaigners urge government for legislationRelated items from OnMedicaSmoking in cars harms kids’ health even when windows are openAction needed to curb global smokingDoctors push for tobacco packaging reformsHelp smokers cut down if they can’t quitSmoking bans reduce risk of preterm births
Source: OnMedica Latest News - February 15, 2013 Category: UK Health Source Type: news
Smoking bans reduce risk of preterm births
Study shows public health benefits start earlyRelated items from OnMedicaSmoking during pregnancy increases asthma in preschool childrenSmoking in pregnancy increases risk of behavioural problemsMums who smoke risk major birth defects in their babiesDoctors push for tobacco packaging reformsMore help to quit smoking in pregnancy
Source: OnMedica Latest News - February 15, 2013 Category: UK Health Source Type: news
Alcohol major contributor to cancer deaths
Alcohol accounts for 15% of breast cancer deaths, reasearchers foundRelated items from OnMedicaEven light drinking raises breast cancer riskAlcohol causes one in ten cancersA drink a day can increase breast cancer risk by 5%Liver deaths at all-time highUK cancer deaths to fall 17% by 2030
Source: OnMedica Latest News - February 15, 2013 Category: UK Health Source Type: news
Low income linked to hospital readmissions
Nearly 40,000 readmissions linked to povertyRelated items from OnMedicaMarmot offers vision to cut health inequalityHealth equality institute launchedRich/poor health gap is as wide now as during the 1930s Great Depression Mortality data reveals huge North South divide One in four cancer patients are all alone
Source: OnMedica Latest News - February 15, 2013 Category: UK Health Source Type: news
Trainees still working nearly 100 hours a week
Working Time Regulations have not solved problemRelated items from OnMedicaIncreasing nurse numbers ‘is not’ the answer NHS will reach ‘breaking point’New doctors ‘poorly prepared’ in acute careNHS reliant on doctors working ‘goodwill’ hoursConsultant-delivered care will help junior training
Source: OnMedica Latest News - February 15, 2013 Category: UK Health Source Type: news
Mid Staffs is too small to be a viable FT
Monitor’s report shows the hospital never really had a chance of success
Source: HSJ - February 14, 2013 Category: UK Health Source Type: news
Meeting the needs of vulnerable adults
Peer review can help ensure good care for people with dementia
Source: HSJ - February 14, 2013 Category: UK Health Source Type: news
Missed appointments 'cost millions'
The NHS was forced to fork out millions of pounds last year as 6.7m patients did not bother turning up to their hospital appointments.
Source: HSJ - February 14, 2013 Category: UK Health Source Type: news
'Gagged' former trust chief accuses NHS leaders over safety
Former United Lincolnshire Hospitals Trust chief executive Gary Walker has accused Sir David Nicholson and senior NHS leaders of putting targets ahead of patient safety.
Source: HSJ - February 14, 2013 Category: UK Health Source Type: news
A&E waits 'hit decade high'
The number of patients who are forced to wait for more than four hours in accident and emergency departments before being treated has reached its highest level in a decade, a new report suggests.
Source: HSJ - February 14, 2013 Category: UK Health Source Type: news
How to transform long-term care services
Long-term services can learn from changes in mental health
Source: HSJ - February 14, 2013 Category: UK Health Source Type: news
HSJ Live rolling news 14.2.2013
Rolling news coverage from HSJ, including debate about former hospital chief executive Gary Walker, and the rest of today’s news
Source: HSJ - February 14, 2013 Category: UK Health Source Type: news
HSJ Live rolling news 14.2.2013: Former hospital chief criticises NHS leaders over safety
How CCGs can use data to deliver change and the rest of today’s news
Source: HSJ - February 14, 2013 Category: UK Health Source Type: news
Importance of finger prick tests in managing type 1 diabetes
This reminder is an outcome of an all-party parliamentary group meeting with health minister Anna Soubry.
Diabetes UK and many others have expressed considerable concern that people with type 1 diabetes are not always being prescribed enough finger prick glucose testing strips to monitor their blood glucose. This means those affected cannot adjust their insulin during the day or do safety checks.
Source: NHS Networks - February 14, 2013 Category: UK Health Authors: Maria Axford Source Type: news
RPS calls for tighter controls on paracetamol packs
Now the Royal Pharmaceutical Society has called for legislation to stop retailers offering multi-buy deals on paracetamol.
Currently retailers only have to abide by voluntary guidelines not to sell large quantities of paracetamol. Most retailers comply with these voluntary agreements, but others do not. More ….
Source: NHS Networks - February 14, 2013 Category: UK Health Authors: Maria Axford Source Type: news
Final grant allocations for adults’ personal social services
It also sets out provisional allocations for 2014/15.
These allocations were provisionally set out last December in the LASSL(DH)(2012)2. The 2013/14 final allocations are unchanged from the provisional allocations.
Source: NHS Networks - February 14, 2013 Category: UK Health Authors: Maria Axford Source Type: news
NHS Commissioning Board appoints its first chief scientific officer
Based within the NHS CB medical directorate, the chief scientific officer will provide professional leadership and expert clinical advice across the health system as well as working with senior clinical leaders both within the Commissioning Board and the broader commissioning system.
Source: NHS Networks - February 14, 2013 Category: UK Health Authors: Maria Axford Source Type: news
CQUIN data available
The data is based on the national adult inpatient survey 2012/13 and is due to be published in April 2013 by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) as part of its national patient survey programme.
SHAs and commissioners can now assess whether performance last year met the thresholds they agreed locally for 2012/13.
Source: NHS Networks - February 14, 2013 Category: UK Health Authors: Maria Axford Source Type: news
Regulations on procurement, patient choice and competition
These should ensure that commissioners’ decisions on buying clinical services are transparent and fair and that they improve the quality and efficiency of health care services for patients. More …
Source: NHS Networks - February 14, 2013 Category: UK Health Authors: Maria Axford Source Type: news
Commissioning for providers
charts the changes to the commissioning process. It introduces the building blocks of commissioning - planning, securing and monitoring – and explains how they can be used to provide better services. The course is designed to support those from a general practice or other service provider background who are involved in commissioning as a CCG member and/or as a provider.
Source: NHS Networks - February 14, 2013 Category: UK Health Authors: Maria Axford Source Type: news
HIV positive patients fail to disclose their infection to NHS staff
Findings may impact on undiagnosed HIV prevalenceRelated items from OnMedicaGive antiretrovirals to all adults with HIVHIV infection missed by cliniciansTreating HIV early slows spread and transmissionGovernment puts £8m into sexual healthSocial media could help to cut STIs
Source: OnMedica Latest News - February 14, 2013 Category: UK Health Source Type: news
