MedWorm.com provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest items from the 'The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection' source. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:13:09 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5672535&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2012%2F02%2Fcommissioning-care-homes-common-safeguarding-challenges.html This guide aims to identify the issues that commonly lead to safeguarding referrals from care homes. The underlying causes are also identified; neither are in order of prevalence. Prevention checklists are provided to help both commissioners and providers to work towards a reduction in occurrence of these issues. Guide (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5672535 Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:02:33 +0100 5672535 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5672536&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2012%2F02%2Fsafeguarding-and-quality-in-commissioning-care-homes.html This guide aims to support NHS and local authority commissioners of care homes to ensure that safeguarding is central to the commissioning process and a primary concern for residential and nursing care home providers. The government have identified six guiding principles on safeguarding which seek to increase the protection for those most at risk in society. Key points for commissioners are outlined here in relation to each of the principles. Guide (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5672536 Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:01:56 +0100 5672536 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5672537&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2012%2F02%2Fnhs-dental-service-live-pilot-practices-and-pilot-types.html The latest list of dental practices participating in the dental contract pilot scheme, indicating their primary care trust and pilot type, is available. Seventy pilot sites are now live around England, each trialling a different model. The list contains live pilot practices and pilot types information. List of practices and pilot schemes Department of Health - news (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5672537 Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:01:14 +0100 5672537 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5654870&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2012%2F02%2Fequality-for-all-delivering-safe-care-seven-days-a-week.html This publication brings together case studies which demonstrate where extended working days or weeks have been successfully implemented to ensure that patients are able to readily access both acute, elective and reablement services across primary and secondary care. Report  NHS Improvement - publications   (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5654870 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:44:30 +0100 5654870 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5654871&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2012%2F02%2Fresources-for-clinical-commissioning-groups-ccgs.html These are resources which may be useful for emerging CCGs. They include guidance and process documents, toolkits and other information around authorisation, governance, establishment and commissioning support. Developing CCGs: towards authorisation Towards establishment: creating responsible and accountable CCGs Developing commissioning support: towards service excellence NHS Commissioning Board - publications   (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5654871 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:33:05 +0100 5654871 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5654872&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2012%2F02%2Fpaying-for-quality-an-analysis-of-the-impact-of-the-201211-commissioning-for-quality-and-innovation-.html This report provides a detailed analysis of the impact of CQUINs in London, examining which issues were incentivised in 2010/11, how providers performed against their targets, as well the financial impact of this performance. It found that in 2010/11, London hospitals missed out on nearly £22 million of revenue as a result of failing to meet CQUIN goals – some 23% of the total available. Report MHP Health Mandate - news   (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5654872 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:13:43 +0100 5654872 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5654873&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2012%2F02%2Fvitamin-d-advice-on-supplements-for-at-risk-groups.html This letter from the Chief Medical Officers for the United Kingdom published today, raises awareness of the risk of vitamin D deficiency amongst certain groups in the population. It contains a list of recommendations issued by all the UK health departments for people at risk on whether they may need to take vitamin D supplements. Letter Department of Health - letters   (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5654873 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:56:25 +0100 5654873 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642513&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2012%2F01%2Fanalysing-hospital-variation-in-health-outcome-at-the-level-of-eq-5d-dimensions-.html This paper aims to measure variation in hospital quality using a new, routinely collected dataset on patient‐reported outcome measures (PROMs). It explores hospital performance with respect to self‐reported health outcomes for hip replacement patients at the level of the individual, disaggregated PROM responses. Paper CHE - publications   (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642513 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:19:38 +0100 5642513 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642514&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2012%2F01%2Fhow-is-the-nhs-performing-january-2012-quarterly-monitoring-report.html This is the fourth quarterly monitoring report produced by The King's Fund, which aims to provide a regular update on how the NHS is coping as it grapples with the evolving reform agenda as well as the more significant challenge of making radical improvements in productivity. Report Interactive presentation The King's Fund - publications   (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642514 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:47:02 +0100 5642514 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642515&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2012%2F01%2Faccessing-national-institute-for-health-research-nihr-information-systems.html This letter explain that NHS and academic organisations are expected to review their local IT, internet access policies and/or firewall settings to ensure that all researchers are able to access the NIHR systems. Letter Department of Health - letters   (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642515 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:46:45 +0100 5642515 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642516&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2012%2F01%2Fcare-in-crisis-2012.html This report reveals that this year spending on older people’s social care in England has fallen by £500 million and the funding gap is growing. It projects that by 2012-2013 the Government would need to spend £1 billion more than this year to stop the situation getting any worse. Report Age UK - publications   (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642516 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:46:15 +0100 5642516 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642517&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2012%2F01%2Fimproving-health-and-social-care-in-london-supporting-integrated-commissioning.html This report finds that joining up support services for health and social care services could mean that there is as much as £50 per head available which can be used to support local planning and decision making. It would also mean that the boroughs and newly formed Clinical Commissioning Groups would not waste public money and time replicating work. Report London Councils - press release   (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642517 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:43:52 +0100 5642517 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642518&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2012%2F01%2Fpip-silicone-gel-breast-implants-update.html The Chief Medical Officer, Dame Sally Davies, has written to health professionals, with some more detailed guidance. The latest advice from the NHS and plastic surgery experts is that women with PiP breast implants do not need to have them removed unless they have symptoms such as pain and tenderness. Letter Patient information Department of Health - publications   (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642518 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:41:49 +0100 5642518 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5633909&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2012%2F01%2Fmore-than-a-million-understanding-the-uks-carers-of-people-with-cancer.html According to this research there are over a million people who look after a loved-one with cancer that are potentially missing out on vital support and benefits. The report details the number and profile of the 1.1m people currently caring for someone with cancer in the UK and found that almost none (just 5%) have received a local authority Carers’ Assessment which enables them to access practical, emotional and financial support with their caring role. Report Macmillan Cancer Support - news (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5633909 Fri, 27 Jan 2012 15:04:23 +0100 5633909 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5633910&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2012%2F01%2Fequality-analysis-functions-of-the-nhs-commissioning-board-special-health-authority.html This report assesses the impact of the NHS Commissioning Board Special Health Authority’s functions on equality. It examines the functions of the Authority, recommending actions to ensure that it is compliant with the Equality Act 2010 and meets the new Public Sector Equality Duty. It concludes that the establishment of the Special Health Authority is unlikely to impact negatively on people sharing the protected characteristics covered by the Act. However, there are opportunities to advance equality in the design of future NHS Commissioning Board functions, embedding fairness and equity in its establishment from the outset. Board paper Equality analysis NHS Commissioning Board - news (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5633910 Fri, 27 Jan 2012 14:29:57 +0100 5633910 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5623804&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2012%2F01%2Fthe-benefits-of-consultant-delivered-care.html This report examines the evidence for medical care being delivered by fully trained doctors who have either a Certificate of Completion of Training or Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration and are thus eligible to be on the GMC Specialist Register. i.e. consultant-delivered care. The focus of the report is on the quality, outcomes and productivity of consultant- delivered care. It comprises of a summary of written and oral evidence regarding the benefits and difficulties of consultant-delivered care as well as a literature review and commentary on the findings. Report Academy of Medical Royal Colleges - press release (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5623804 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 15:05:56 +0100 5623804 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5623805&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2012%2F01%2Fgetting-it-together-for-mental-health-care-payment-by-results-personalisation-and-whole-system-worki.html Discussion paper NDTi - publications (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5623805 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:41:38 +0100 5623805 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5623806&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2012%2F01%2Fstandards-for-members-of-nhs-boards-and-governing-bodies-in-england.html The CHRE are now consulting on draft Standards for members of NHS boards and governing bodies in England. They cover three domains: technical competence and ability to carry out the job; personal behaviours and accountability; and business practices including financial probity. The consultation ends on 10 April 2012. Consultation document Ways to respond and further details (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5623806 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:41:11 +0100 5623806 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5623807&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2012%2F01%2Fdepartment-of-health-staff-survey-2011.html This survey took place in October 2011 and involved 97 organisations across the Civil Service. A key element of the survey is the ‘Employee Engagement Index’. This is based on evidence of a link between highly-engaged staff, high levels of health and well-being and organisational performance. A total of 73 per cent of Department of Health staff took part in the survey in 2011, an increase of 6 per cent compared with 2010. The Employee Engagement Index was calculated at 53 percent in 2011 which is 2 percent lower than 2010 and two percent lower than the Civil Service average for 2011. Department of Health survey results Department of Health - news (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5623807 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:40:40 +0100 5623807 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5623808&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2012%2F01%2Fpublic-expenditure-thirteenth-report-of-session-2010-12-volume-i-report-together-with-formal-minutes.html This was an enquiry into the Nicholson Challenge which required the NHS to save £20bn. It criticises the NHS for taking short-term measures to make these savings but suggest that a more sustainable approach is needed. It identifies service integration over management change as a key example of this. Report Volume II: additional written evidence House of Commons Health Select Committee - news (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5623808 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:39:57 +0100 5623808 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5567224&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2012%2F01%2Frecognising-and-approving-trainers-a-consultation.html The GMC is proposing new arrangements for recognising and approving trainers. The consultation is seeking feedback on these new proposed arrangements and invites comments on a number of questions arising from those recommendations. The consultation will end on 30th March 2012. GMC - further details and documents   (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5567224 Fri, 06 Jan 2012 16:51:57 +0100 5567224 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4950595&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2011%2F06%2Fgovernment-response-to-nhs-future-forum-report-.html Following the publication of the NHS Future Forum report, the Government announced its initial response to the suggestions made within the report. This document sets out the Government's detailed response to the Forum's report. It explains how it will make significant changes to improve their plans, in line with the Forum's recommendations. Parliamentary scrutiny of the Health and Social Care Bill will now follow. Government response to NHS Future Forum report Written ministerial statement Press release NHS Future Forum report Department of Health - publications    (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4950595 Tue, 21 Jun 2011 14:26:57 +0100 4950595 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4950596&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2011%2F06%2Fthe-nhs-staff-attitudes-tracking-survey.html This bi-annual survey provides a regular overview of NHS staff morale and engagement plus awareness of attitudes towards a range of Department of Health and NHS initiatives.  Report  Department of Health - publications   (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4950596 Tue, 21 Jun 2011 14:26:21 +0100 4950596 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4950597&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2011%2F06%2Fnotices-of-variation-for-general-dental-services-gds-and-personal-dental-services-pds-contracts-capi.html These documents provide notices of variation for GDS and PDS services, in relation to the Capitation and Quality (C and Q) Scheme Agreements, 2011. General dental services Personal dental services Department of Health - publications   (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4950597 Tue, 21 Jun 2011 14:25:57 +0100 4950597 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4950598&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2011%2F06%2Fthe-month-nhs-modernisation-special.html This special edition of The Month bulletin focuses on the proposed NHS reforms, particularly in light of the Government policy response to the NHS Future Forum report. The Month Department of Health - bulletins    (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4950598 Tue, 21 Jun 2011 14:25:42 +0100 4950598 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4950599&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2011%2F06%2Fpublic-health-system-reform.html This letter outlines the details of the changes to the public health system following the Government's detailed response to the NHS Future Forum report. Letter Department of Health - letters    (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4950599 Tue, 21 Jun 2011 14:25:27 +0100 4950599 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4950600&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2011%2F06%2Fgovernment-response-to-the-house-of-commons-health-select-committee-commissioning-report.html This Command Paper sets out the Government’s direct response to the specific recommendations of the Health Committee’s report on commissioning. It should be read in conjunction with the Government’s response to the NHS Future Forum, which provides a summary of the proposed changes to the Health and Social Care Bill, as well as proposals for non-legislative actions in response to the Forum’s report. Government response House of Commons Health Select Committee commissioning report The Stationery Office - command papers   (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4950600 Tue, 21 Jun 2011 14:25:12 +0100 4950600 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4950601&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2011%2F06%2Froutes-for-social-and-health-care-a-simulation-exercise.html How can the health and social care system rise to the current political and financial challenges? This paper is based on a simulation exercise which set up a number of routes to managing change. This publication offers some reflections for policy-makers, commissioner and providers. Report The King's Fund - publications    (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4950601 Tue, 21 Jun 2011 14:24:58 +0100 4950601 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4950602&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2011%2F06%2Fgp-commissioning-in-the-nhs-in-england-ten-suggestions-from-the-united-states.html Discussion paper The Nuffield Trust - publications    (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4950602 Tue, 21 Jun 2011 14:24:24 +0100 4950602 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4950603&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2011%2F06%2Fintegrated-care-for-older-people-examining-workforce-and-implementation-challenges.html This report is the first in a series investigating the workforce implications of moving towards an integrated health and social care system. It considers eight different ‘point’ models of care, describing the service provided and assessing economic, quality of care and workforce implications. Report Centre for Workforce Intelligence - projects    (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4950603 Tue, 21 Jun 2011 14:24:06 +0100 4950603 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4950604&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2011%2F06%2Fthe-role-function-and-future-of-designated-safeguarding-professionals-in-the-nhs-in-england-.html This joint position statement outlines a long-term model to ensure children and young people in contact with the NHS are protected. This position statement has been released in light of the proposed changes to the NHS and argues that designated safeguarding professionals should be part of commissioning consortia if the NHS in England is reformed. Position statement Royal College of Nursing - news    (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4950604 Tue, 21 Jun 2011 14:23:46 +0100 4950604 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4950605&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2011%2F06%2Fmhealth-new-horizons-for-health-through-mobile-technologies.html This report is based on the findings of the second global survey of eHealth, conducted in 2009. It also includes a series of detailed case studies highlighting best practices in mHealth in different settings. The publication will be of particular interest to policymakers in health and information technology, as well as those in the mobile telecommunications and software development industries. Report World Health Organization - publications    (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4950605 Tue, 21 Jun 2011 14:20:36 +0100 4950605 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4950606&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2011%2F06%2Fservice-user-experience-in-mental-health-and-patient-experience-in-nhs-services.html NICE are seeking views and feedback in their consultations on the draft quality standards and guidance for service user experience in adult mental health and patient experience in adult NHS services. The consultation closes on Tuesday 19th July and the final quality standards and guidance are expected in October 2011. Service user experience in adult mental health services Patient experience in adult NHS services  NICE - press release   (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4950606 Tue, 21 Jun 2011 14:19:42 +0100 4950606 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4950607&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2011%2F06%2Flondon-chronic-obstructive-pulmonary-disease-copd-profiles.html COPD profiles for each London PCT have been released, revealing outcome variations by area. The profiles include a map detailing recorded COPD prevalence against small area deprivation, a view of indicators, an analysis of spending and outcomes, a chart showing within-area inequalities and individual data commentaries for each local authority. The profiles have been developed to complement the capital’s COPD strategy and inform local commissioners about the areas that require improvement. London COPD profiles NHS London - news    (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4950607 Tue, 21 Jun 2011 14:19:25 +0100 4950607 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4950608&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2011%2F06%2Fstatistics-3.html Infant Feeding Survey 2010: early results Monthly NHS hospital and community health service workforce statistics in England - March 2011, provisional, experimental statistics Where do patients with blood cancer die? - data briefing   (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4950608 Tue, 21 Jun 2011 14:19:07 +0100 4950608 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4257367&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F12%2Fdecentralisation-and-the-localism-bill-an-essential-guide.html This guide makes the case for a shift of power from the centralised state to local communities, and describes the six essential actions required to deliver decentralisation down through every level of government to every citizen. In particular, it focuses on the Localism Bill, which will provide the legislative foundation for change. (Department for Communities and Local Government - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4257367 Tue, 14 Dec 2010 16:13:41 +0100 4257367 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4257368&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F12%2Flassl-dh-2012-2-adults-personal-social-services-revenue-grants-and-capital-grant-allocations-for-201.html This letter includes details of individual funding stream allocation formulae (where these are available), and a brief description of each area. It should be read in conjunction with David Behan’s letter of 20 October 2010, which set out the different parts of the Spending Review settlement for social care. (Department of Health - letters) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4257368 Tue, 14 Dec 2010 16:13:19 +0100 4257368 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4257369&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F12%2Fprivate-healthcare-market-study.html The Office of Fair Trading (OFT) proposes to conduct a market study into this market to examine whether the market for private healthcare is working well for consumers and, if not, whether there is potential for improving how the market functions. The OFT intends to launch the study formally in Spring 2011. (OFT - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4257369 Tue, 14 Dec 2010 16:12:57 +0100 4257369 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4257370&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F12%2Fthe-health-and-social-care-act-2008-code-of-practice-on-the-prevention-and-control-of-infections-and.html This Code of Practice comes into force on 1 April 2011 for existing registered providers and primary dental care and independent sector ambulance providers, and on 1 April 2012 for primary medical care providers. It sets out the criteria against which a registered provider's compliance with the requirements relating to cleanliness and infection control will be assessed by the Care Quality Commission. It also provides guidance on how the provider can interpret and meet the registration requirement and comply with the law. (Department of Health - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4257370 Tue, 14 Dec 2010 16:12:30 +0100 4257370 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4257371&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F12%2Fresponse-to-the-consultation-on-the-health-and-social-care-act-2008-code-of-practice-for-healthcare-.html This document provides an overview of the consultation process; the responses received; and the Department of Health’s reply and actions taken. (Department of Health - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4257371 Tue, 14 Dec 2010 16:12:05 +0100 4257371 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4257372&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F12%2Fa-plain-english-guide-to-the-local-government-finance-settlement-for-2011-12.html This guide outlines the funding settlement for councils in England for 2011-12 and 2012-13, detailing reductions to council spending. (Department for Communities and Local Government - news) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4257372 Tue, 14 Dec 2010 16:11:38 +0100 4257372 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4257373&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F12%2Fresponse-to-the-independent-review-of-the-requirement-to-have-insurance-or-indemnity-as-a-condition-.html Ministers have considered the report of the Independent Review of the requirement to have insurance or indemnity as a condition of registration as a healthcare professional, and now publish their final response. (Department of Health - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4257373 Tue, 14 Dec 2010 16:11:13 +0100 4257373 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4257374&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F12%2Fpublic-expenditure-second-report-of-session-2010-11.html This report looks at the Spending Review settlement for health and social care and concludes that Government spending plans will test the NHS and social services in England to the limit. (House of Commons Health Select Committee - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4257374 Tue, 14 Dec 2010 16:10:46 +0100 4257374 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4257375&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F12%2Fhealth-resource-allocation-a-briefing-for-the-house-of-commons-health-select-committee.html This short briefing has been prepared for the Members of the Health Committee to support the Committee’s examination of health resource allocation. The NHS White Paper, Equity and excellence: Liberating the NHS, sets out the Coalition Government's long-term vision for the future of the NHS. At the Committee’s request this briefing focuses on health resource allocation under the current system. (National Audit Office - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4257375 Tue, 14 Dec 2010 16:10:23 +0100 4257375 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4257376&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F12%2Fenergise-your-estate-the-low-carbon-way-meeting-public-sector-estate-cost-efficiency-challenges-thro.html This report has found that primary care could save more than £47 million over the next five years through the adoption of better energy efficiency. It examined the carbon emissions of every PCT and calls on all trusts and their successor bodies to adopt long-term carbon management strategies to minimise their emissions - in addition to the ‘quick wins’ achievable through modest changes in practice. (The LIFT Council - news) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4257376 Tue, 14 Dec 2010 16:09:56 +0100 4257376 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4257377&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F12%2Fa-summary-of-the-consultation-on-changes-to-the-allocation-formulae-for-the-learning-disabilities-co.html This document contains a summary of responses to the consultation launched on 27 July 2010, which sought views on the allocation of three social care grants from April 2011. The consultation did not prejudge the outcome of the Spending Review which considered the future form of these grants. (Department of Health - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4257377 Tue, 14 Dec 2010 16:09:29 +0100 4257377 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4257378&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F12%2Feuro-wide-health-profiles.html New Euro-wide health profiles show how the UK compares to the rest of Europe, revealing the highest levels of overweight and obese adults. The profiles, produced as part of an EU-funded project, brought together by 12 partner EU states led by the Association of Public Health Observatories in the UK, compare all regions across 27 countries in Europe using 37 health and health service indicators. (North East Public Health Observatory - news) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4257378 Tue, 14 Dec 2010 16:08:47 +0100 4257378 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4257379&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F12%2Fend-of-life-care-achieving-quality-in-hostels-and-for-homeless-people.html This document is designed to provide a practical guide to support hostel staff in ensuring that people nearing the end of their life receive high quality end of life care. (National End of Life Care Programme - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4257379 Tue, 14 Dec 2010 16:08:25 +0100 4257379 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4257380&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F12%2Finfluenza-season-201011-use-of-antivirals.html The purpose of this letter is to discuss the most recent surveillance data from the Health Protection Agency, which indicates that there is now a substantial likelihood that people presenting with an influenza-like illness are infected with influenza virus. Oseltamivir continues to be recommended, along with zanamivir, for the prophylaxis and treatment of influenza. (Department of Health - letters) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4257380 Tue, 14 Dec 2010 16:08:04 +0100 4257380 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4257381&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F12%2Fschedule-6-of-the-terms-of-authorisation.html Schedule 6 of an NHS foundation trust’s terms of authorisation lists the information they have a legal or statutory obligation to supply. The latest version has now been published. (Monitor - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4257381 Tue, 14 Dec 2010 16:07:35 +0100 4257381 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3997088&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F09%2Fnext-steps-on-gp-led-commissioning.html The Secretary of State for Health has written this letter to GPs about the proposals for GP commissioning and reiterating the intention that the formation of consortia would be a bottom up approach, led by GP practices. (Department of Health - letters) [Department of Health - letter from Dame Barbara Hakin] (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3997088 Fri, 24 Sep 2010 15:12:50 +0100 3997088 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3997089&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F09%2Fon-the-face-of-it-a-review-of-the-organisational-structures-surrounding-the-practice-of-cosmetic-sur.html This report reviews variations in organisational structures surrounding the practice of cosmetic surgery and takes a critical look at areas that have been identified where the organisation of care of cosmetic surgery patients can be improved. It investigates policies surrounding advertising and consent; the structure and case-mix of teams providing cosmetic surgery, the number and types of procedures performed; the provision of post-operative follow-up; policies, facilities and protocols and policies for clinical audit. (National Confidential Enquiry into Patient Outcome and Death - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3997089 Fri, 24 Sep 2010 15:12:23 +0100 3997089 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3997090&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F09%2Fhealthier-food-mark-module-3-self-assessment-evaluation.html The publication of the final evaluation report of this project marks the Department of Health's final involvement with this two year project designed to improve the nutritional content and sustainability of food served in the public sector. A written ministerial statement of 26 July 2010 by the Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State (Anne Milton), announced that the considerable body of learning from the project would be transferred to the development of Government buying standards for food procurement by the Department for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. (Department of Health - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3997090 Fri, 24 Sep 2010 15:11:54 +0100 3997090 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3997091&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F09%2Fkey-themes-from-stage-two-of-monitors-annual-plan-review-2010-.html This paper outlines common themes identified by Monitor which emerged from the second stage of its review of foundation trusts’ annual plans covering the years 2010-11, 2011-12 and 2012-13, which was carried out by independent advisers. (Monitor - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3997091 Fri, 24 Sep 2010 15:11:22 +0100 3997091 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3997092&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F09%2Fnational-child-measurement-programme-201011.html This letter from the Chief Medical Officer outlines the revised template results letter and media pack produced to support the National Child Measurement Programme 2010/11. (Department of Health - letters) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3997092 Fri, 24 Sep 2010 15:10:52 +0100 3997092 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3997093&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F09%2Fpilot-campaigns-to-promote-early-diagnosis-of-bowel-cancer.html This letter from Paul Burstow informs colleagues of plans to run large-scale pilot campaigns to promote early diagnosis of bowel cancer. (Department of Health - letters) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3997093 Fri, 24 Sep 2010 15:10:27 +0100 3997093 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3997094&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F09%2Fmeeting-the-healthcare-needs-of-veterans-a-guide-for-general-practitioners.html The Royal College of General Practitioners, The Royal British Legion and Combat Stress have launched guidance to support GPs in identifying and meeting the healthcare needs of veterans more effectively - including accessing the priority treatment to which all veterans are entitled for service-related conditions. (The British Legion - news) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3997094 Fri, 24 Sep 2010 15:10:01 +0100 3997094 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3997095&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F09%2Fstatement-of-financial-entitlements-amendment-no3-directions-2010.html The amendment to these Directions is for the most part effective from 1 October 2010. The primary purpose of the amendment is to introduce new dispensing feescales at Parts 2 and Part 3 of Annex G to the SFE. The fees at Part 2 relate to dispensing doctors and the fees at part 3 relate to non-dispensing doctors. (Department of Health - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3997095 Fri, 24 Sep 2010 15:07:22 +0100 3997095 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3997096&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F09%2Frequirement-for-nhs-organisations-to-publish-expenditure-over-25000.html This letter has been sent to SHA Directors of Finance to inform them that as part of the government commitment to greater transparency, there is a requirement to publish online all expenditure over £25,000. SHA Directors of Finance have been asked to bring the letter and guidance to the attention of PCTs and NHS Trusts in their region. SHAs, PCTs and NHS Trusts are expected to manage their own publishing arrangements. (Department of Health - letters) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3997096 Fri, 24 Sep 2010 15:06:58 +0100 3997096 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3997097&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F09%2Fpreparations-for-winter-planning-and-reporting-201011.html This letter from Alan Hall, Director of NHS Performance, sets out preparations for winter planning and reporting which will commence from 2 November 2010 until the end of February 2011. This letter also contains revised guidance to help timely and effective completion of the proposed daily SITREP. (Department of Health - letters) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3997097 Fri, 24 Sep 2010 15:06:33 +0100 3997097 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3997098&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F09%2Fpatterns-of-specialist-mental-health-service-usage-in-england.html This report analyses mental health service usage by age and gender, and by region/sub-region. The data comes from an administrative source, the Mental Health Minimum Dataset, which provides information on the number of people aged 18 and above who were in contact with NHS specialist mental health services in a year. (Office for National Statistics - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3997098 Fri, 24 Sep 2010 15:04:59 +0100 3997098 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3997099&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F09%2Fpharmaceutical-needs-assessments-pnas.html This statement provides information for PCTs on distributing their draft PNAs. (Department of Health - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3997099 Fri, 24 Sep 2010 15:04:29 +0100 3997099 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3997100&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F09%2Fgp-patient-survey-july-2009-to-june-2010-.html The GP Patient Survey has been developed with Ipsos MORI and academics from the National Primary Care Research and Development Centre and the Peninsula Medical School. Around 5 million registered patients in England were invited to take part during July to September, October to December 2009, January to March and April to June 2010. (Department of Health - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3997100 Fri, 24 Sep 2010 14:56:58 +0100 3997100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3997101&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F09%2Facting-now-for-better-health-a-30-reduction-target-for-eu-climate-policy.html This report aims to quantify the health benefits for Europeans of stronger EU action on climate change for both the EU and different Member States. It reframes the current discussions from climate costs to climate benefits, particularly for people’s health and healthcare systems. (Health & Environment Alliance - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3997101 Fri, 24 Sep 2010 14:56:25 +0100 3997101 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3661814&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F06%2Fnhs-european-office-your-voice-in-europe.html European policy and legislation are having an increasing impact on the NHS and this summary provides an overview of how the NHS European Office will be supporting the NHS to respond to these challenges in 2010/11. (NHS Confederation - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3661814 Tue, 15 Jun 2010 14:49:44 +0100 3661814 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3661815&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F06%2Fthe-role-of-boards-in-improving-patient-safety.html The aim of this publication is to offer guidance to boards on helping to bring about improvements in safety. (Monitor - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3661815 Tue, 15 Jun 2010 14:49:07 +0100 3661815 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3651401&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F06%2Fpressure-ulcer-productivity-calculator.html The pressure ulcer productivity calculator has been developed to help NHS organisations and commissioners understand the productivity and cost elements associated in treating patients with pressure ulcers. The tool has been developed using the results of research into the cost of pressure ulcers in the UK and will also assist in the long term reduction of pressure ulcer incidences. (Department of Health - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3651401 Fri, 11 Jun 2010 14:44:13 +0100 3651401 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3651402&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F06%2Fgp-budget-holding-lessons-from-across-the-pond-and-from-the-nhs-.html This report draws on lessons from the United States and previous NHS experience to identify the risks and the safeguards that have to be put in place to implement such a policy effectively. It shows that giving GPs control over budgets can lead to improvements in patient care and better use of health care resources. (Health Services Management Centre - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3651402 Fri, 11 Jun 2010 14:43:50 +0100 3651402 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3651403&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F06%2Fthe-gp-patient-survey-briefing-for-strategic-health-authorities-primary-care-trusts-and-gp-practices.html Briefing on the background and payments associated with the GP Patient Survey 2009/10. (Department of Health - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3651403 Fri, 11 Jun 2010 14:43:19 +0100 3651403 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3651404&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F06%2Fbirmingham-childrens-hospital-nhs-foundation-trust.html This report reviews the services provided at Birmingham Children’s Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. (Care Quality Commission - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3651404 Fri, 11 Jun 2010 14:42:06 +0100 3651404 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3651405&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F06%2Ftime-for-training-a-review-of-the-impact-of-the-european-working-time-directive-on-the-quality-of-tr.html Professor Sir John Temple has launched his independent review of the impact of the European Working Time Directive on the quality of training for doctors, dentists, pharmacists and healthcare scientists. (Medical Education England - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3651405 Fri, 11 Jun 2010 14:41:39 +0100 3651405 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3651406&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F06%2Fimproving-services-for-adults-with-autism-.html The previous Government published its strategy for adults with autism in England, 'Fulfilling and rewarding lives', on 3 March 2010, and its first year delivery plan on 2 April 2010. The 2009 Autism Act placed a statutory requirement on the Government to publish guidance by December 2010, which is expected to be consulted on this summer. This briefing summarises the key points of Fulfilling and rewarding lives and the first year delivery plan that accompanies it, focusing particularly on what it means for the NHS. (NHS Confederation - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3651406 Fri, 11 Jun 2010 14:41:08 +0100 3651406 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3639845&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F06%2Fweekly-publication-of-hospital-data-on-mrsa-bacteraemias-and-c-difficile-infections.html This is a letter from Rt Hon Andrew Lansley CBE, Secretary of State for Health. He announces the weekly publication of data on MRSA bacteraemias and C. Difficile infections for all hospitals in England. (Department of Health - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3639845 Tue, 08 Jun 2010 14:34:40 +0100 3639845 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3427902&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F04%2Fone-year-on-healthy-lives-brighter-futures-the-strategy-for-children-and-young-peoples-health.html This letter from Andy Burnham, Secretary of State for Health and Ed Balls, Secretary of State for Children, Schools and Families provides an update on the child health strategy which was launched a year ago. (Department of Health - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3427902 Thu, 01 Apr 2010 15:00:49 +0100 3427902 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3427903&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F04%2Fmental-health-system-reform-towards-delivering-new-horizons-and-quality-and-productivity.html This letter relates to the range of systems reforms that come into effect in 2010/11 and that will affect how mental health services are commissioned, performance managed, and incentivised to deliver improvements in quality, efficiency and responsiveness. (Department of Health - letters) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3427903 Thu, 01 Apr 2010 15:00:23 +0100 3427903 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3427904&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F04%2Fnew-report-analyses-spending-on-hospital-food.html This report analyses government spending that has been on voluntary schemes to improve hospital food. (Sustain - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3427904 Thu, 01 Apr 2010 15:00:00 +0100 3427904 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3427905&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F04%2Fbriefing-note-criminal-records-bureau-crb-checks.html Candidates for Care First Careers have been experiencing delays in starting their jobs due to their employer requiring a CRB check. To help reduce this delay, this advice - targeted at employers and training providers - offers useful information about the CRB process. (Department of Health - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3427905 Thu, 01 Apr 2010 14:59:36 +0100 3427905 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3427906&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F04%2Fhealth-profile-of-england-2009.html The Health Profile of England (HpoE) provides national and regional data, which local areas can compare against their own Health Profiles. There is a section of international comparisons. The HPoE is intended for public service professionals and officials within the local community. It outlines the areas which have shown recent improvements as well as areas where challenges remain. (Department of Health - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3427906 Thu, 01 Apr 2010 14:59:13 +0100 3427906 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3427907&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F04%2Fcompliance-framework-201011.html This compliance framework sets out the approach Monitor will take to assess the compliance of NHS foundation trusts with their terms of authorisation. (Monitor - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3427907 Thu, 01 Apr 2010 14:58:46 +0100 3427907 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3427908&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F04%2Fhealth-inequalities-hinst-enhanced-support-programme-resource-manual.html The HINST has published a resource manual containing a range of information, resources and tools, including a series of 'How to guides' and 'Masterclass reports'. It has been built around good practice identified from the visits undertaken so far, that are expected to make an impact on mortality in a short timescale if delivered at a sufficient scale. (Department of Health - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3427908 Thu, 01 Apr 2010 14:58:20 +0100 3427908 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3427909&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F04%2Fclimate-change-plan.html This plan, alongside the UK Low Carbon Transition Plan which was published on 15 July 2009, represents a public statement of intent setting out the Department of Health's commitment to a set of time-specific actions to help the UK both mitigate and adapt to climate change. (Department of Health - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3427909 Thu, 01 Apr 2010 14:57:33 +0100 3427909 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3427910&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F04%2Freferral-pathway-for-wet-agerelated-macular-degeneration.html This letter to chairs of PCTs, highlighting the importance of rapid referral for people who are suspected of having wet age-related macular degeneration and to ask that local referral pathways be reviewed in light of this. (Department of Health - letters) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3427910 Thu, 01 Apr 2010 14:57:03 +0100 3427910 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3427911&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F04%2Fdelayed-diagnosis-of-cancer-thematic-review.html This paper presents the findings of a project at the National Patient Safety Agency which was designed to explore issues of patient safety around delayed diagnosis of cancer, and provide the NHS with potential solutions. (National Reporting and Learning Service - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3427911 Thu, 01 Apr 2010 14:56:35 +0100 3427911 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3427912&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F04%2Flearning-disabilities-confidential-inquiry-and-public-health-observatory-announcement-of-contract-aw.html Valuing People Now made commitments to undertake a Confidential Inquiry (CI) and an associated Public Health Observatory (PHO). This letter to PCT and SHA Chief Executives highlights the appointment of the Norah Fry Research Centre to establish the CI, and the North East Public Health Observatory to run the PHO. (Department of Health - letters) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3427912 Thu, 01 Apr 2010 14:56:11 +0100 3427912 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3427913&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F04%2Fpandemic-h1n1-2009-update-and-resilience-actions-for-nhs-boards.html Ian Dalton, National Director of NHS Flu Resilience, has written a letter to all NHS Chief Executives and SHA Flu Lead Directors to provide them with an update on swine flu and to set out resilience actions for NHS boards to take. (Department of Health - letters) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3427913 Thu, 01 Apr 2010 14:55:47 +0100 3427913 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3427914&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F04%2Fh1n1-2009-swine-influenza-update-and-further-actions-on-social-care-resilience.html This dear colleague letter from Roy Taylor, National Director for Social Care Flu Resilience, contains a current update on swine flu and the social care sector. (Department of Health - letters) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3427914 Thu, 01 Apr 2010 14:54:55 +0100 3427914 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3427915&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F04%2Fallied-health-professional-ahp-referral-to-treatment-guide.html This is a letter from Gary Belfield, Acting Director General Commissioning and System Management, to all NHS Chief Executives. It highlights the publication of the draft guide on referral to treatment times for AHP services. (Department of Health - letters) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3427915 Thu, 01 Apr 2010 14:54:35 +0100 3427915 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3427916&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F04%2Frelease-of-nhs-premises-assurance-model-nhs-pam.html This letter introduces the benefits of the premises assurance process and the NHS Premises Assurance Model (NHS PAM) to NHS providers of acute services. This model has been co-produced with the NHS to be a useful management tool produced primarily for and by providers of NHS acute services. The overarching objective is to enable providers to demonstrate assurance and accountability for their premises in a clear and nationally consistent manner. (Department of Health - letters) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3427916 Thu, 01 Apr 2010 14:54:11 +0100 3427916 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3310406&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F02%2Fassuring-the-quality-of-senior-nhs-managers-research-report.html Following publication of the Next Stage Review report, the Department of Health asked Ian Dalton, Chief Executive of North East Strategic Health Authority, to chair an Advisory Group on Assuring the Quality of Senior NHS Managers. The final report of the Advisory Group and the supporting research report are now available. (Department of Health - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3310406 Fri, 26 Feb 2010 16:08:38 +0100 3310406 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3310407&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F02%2Fputting-health-in-the-policy-picture-review-of-how-health-impact-assessment-is-carried-out-by-govern.html The Department of Health commissioned research into the use of health impact assessment within the Government impact assessment in 2009. The key findings and recommendations have now been published. (Department of Health - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3310407 Fri, 26 Feb 2010 16:08:23 +0100 3310407 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3310408&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F02%2Fprioritising-need-in-the-context-of-putting-people-first-a-whole-system-approach-to-eligibility-for-.html This guidance is issued under section 7(1) of the Local Authority Social Services Act 1970 and replaces previous guidance issued in 2003. This guidance will need to be applied from April 2010. (Department of Health - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3310408 Fri, 26 Feb 2010 16:08:08 +0100 3310408 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3310409&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F02%2Fnutrition-action-plan-delivery-board-end-of-year-progress-report.html This is the final report to Ministers from the Nutrition Action Plan Delivery Board, which was instituted in January 2008 to oversee implementation of the Nutrition Action Plan. The Government's response  is also available. (Department of Health - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3310409 Fri, 26 Feb 2010 16:07:51 +0100 3310409 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3310410&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F02%2Frealising-the-benefits-iapt-at-full-rollout.html This report details the next steps in the move towards the full roll out of Improving Access to Psychological Therapy (IAPT) services. The guidance provides support for established and developing services, focusing on quality standards and analysing the progress that has been made in rolling out services to date. (Department of Health - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3310410 Fri, 26 Feb 2010 16:07:36 +0100 3310410 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3310411&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F02%2Fpharmaceutical-industry-competitiveness-and-performance-indicators.html This is a series of indicators of the competitiveness of the UK as a location for research-based pharmaceutical companies to do business; and of the performance of the UK-based industry in taking advantage of the opportunities open to them. (Department of Health - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3310411 Fri, 26 Feb 2010 16:07:19 +0100 3310411 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3310412&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F02%2Fexporting-medicines-for-profit.html David Nicholson has written this letter to highlight that exporting medicines for profit jeopardises both patient care, and the terms of NHS contracts for medicines. Trusts holding a wholesale dealer's licence are also bound by Regulations relating to the supply of medicinal products. (Department of Health - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3310412 Fri, 26 Feb 2010 16:07:02 +0100 3310412 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3310413&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F02%2Fmonitoring-use-of-money-to-implement-end-of-life-care-strategy-.html Templates to monitor how the additional money provided to help implement the End of Life Care Strategy in 2009/10 is being invested have been issued to SHA and PCT Directors of Finance. (Department of Health - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3310413 Fri, 26 Feb 2010 16:06:44 +0100 3310413 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3310414&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F02%2Fquality-accounts-2-reviewing-nhs-foundation-trusts-experiences-and-plans-.html The Foundation Trust Network has launched this publication on the practical elements of producing quality accounts, including engagement and assurance. (NHS Confederation - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3310414 Fri, 26 Feb 2010 16:06:28 +0100 3310414 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3310415&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F02%2Foutpatient-department-survey-2009.html This national survey of the views of adult outpatients asked people about their most recent visit to an Outpatient department. The survey included questions on waiting for the appointment, hospital facilities, seeing a doctor, any tests and treatment undertaken during the appointment, as well as any medications prescribed. The results from the survey are used by NHS trusts to help understand the experiences of their patients and improve their performance.  The Care Quality Commission will also use the results from the survey in a range of ways, including using the results in regulatory activities such as registration, monitoring ongoing compliance, and reviews. (Care Quality Commission - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3310415 Fri, 26 Feb 2010 16:06:09 +0100 3310415 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3310416&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F02%2Freview-of-early-warning-systems-in-the-nhs.html This report describes the systems and process, and values and behaviours which make up a system for the early detection and prevention of serious failures. It represents the shared view of the Department of Health, Monitor and the Care Quality Commission and makes clear that safeguarding patients is the responsibility of every organisation and every member of staff - from doctors and nurses in hospitals to commissioners in PCTs and those who manage and regulate the system in SHAs. The report makes a series of recommendations which have been accepted by the Department of Health. (Department of Health - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3310416 Fri, 26 Feb 2010 16:05:48 +0100 3310416 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3152317&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F01%2Fnhs-staff-survey-wave-4.html This letter from Colin Douglas, Director, NHS Communications, states that the Department of Health has commissioned GFK, an independent research agency, to conduct a survey among NHS staff, including clinicians and nursing staff in primary and secondary care, administrative staff and senior clinical and non-clinical managers, across England. (Department of Health - letters) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3152317 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:43:00 +0100 3152317 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3152318&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F01%2Falcohol-first-report-of-session-200910-volume-1-report-together-with-formal-minutes.html This report looks at the impact of alcohol on health, the NHS and society and the government’s responses to the rise in binge drinking and alcoholism. (House of Commons Health Select Committee - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3152318 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:42:35 +0100 3152318 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3152319&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F01%2Fnhs-car-parking-consultation-on-improving-access-for-patients.html This consultation seeks views on the implementation of free NHS hospital car parking for inpatients. The closing date for comments is 23 February 2010. (Department of Health - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3152319 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:42:10 +0100 3152319 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3152320&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F01%2Fkeeping-children-and-young-people-in-mind-the-governments-full-response-to-the-independent-review-of.html This document contains the full government response to the final report of the independent CAMHS review, setting out progress to date and plans for the future of children and young people's mental health. The response also gives examples of the outcomes expected from a good service as an aid for commissioners, providers and practitioners. (Department of Health - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3152320 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:41:43 +0100 3152320 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3152321&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F01%2Fimproving-the-psychological-wellbeing-and-mental-health-of-children-and-young-people-commissioning-e.html This guidance aims to pull together good practice and provide guidelines for local authorities, PCTs, government offices and SHAs to support the delivery of quality advice, support and guidance for joint commissioning of early-intervention support. (Department for Children, Schools and Families - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3152321 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:41:15 +0100 3152321 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3152322&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F01%2Fnational-leadership-council-nlc-resources-for-ambassadors.html In order to support the ambassadorial role of NLC members and associates, this toolkit provides the resources to help members and associates communicate the work of the NLC, and to be advocates for 'leadership for a purpose'. (Department of Health - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3152322 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:40:47 +0100 3152322 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3152323&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F01%2Feducation-commissioning-for-quality.html This document outlines an enhanced, comprehensive education commissioning system for non-medical and medical staff, sets principles for managing relationships between health and education more effectively and provides guidance to build SHAs. (Department of Health - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3152323 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:39:47 +0100 3152323 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3152324&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F01%2Fbenchmark-figures-for-the-likely-demand-for-petct-scans-by-indication.html As the key recommendations contained in the Framework for the Development of Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Services in England have now been implemented, the framework is no longer current.  In order to help specialised commissioners in their ongoing planning for PET services, this letter sets out benchmark figures for the likely demand for PETCT scans by indication. (Department of Health - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3152324 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:39:20 +0100 3152324 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3152325&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F01%2Freview-of-european-working-time-directive-and-impact-on-training.html Medical Education England is reviewing the European Working Time Directive and its impact on the quality of training for doctors, dentists, pharmacists and healthcare scientists. NHS chief executives who wish to submit views are invited to do so by 15 February 2010. (Medical Education England - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3152325 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:38:43 +0100 3152325 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3152326&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F01%2Fimmunisation-survey.html This letter from Steve Thorogood, Senior Campaigns Manager, NHS Immunisation Information, highlights a research programme to examine the attitudes and awareness of primary care givers to immunisation. (Department of Health - letters) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3152326 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:37:42 +0100 3152326 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3152327&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2010%2F01%2Fgp-extended-opening-hours.html PCTs are to continue to progress extended opening hours in GP practices, particularly for patients of practices who are not offering this service.  The current Directed Enhanced Service rolls forward in 2010/11 and this letter asks PCTs to submit plans saying how they will make full use of the resources available for extended opening. (Department of Health - letters) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3152327 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:37:20 +0100 3152327 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2885561&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2009%2F10%2Fimplementing-the-health-act-2006-review-of-fees-for-applications-to-provide-pharmaceutical-services-.html The NHS Pharmaceutical Services (Fees for Applications) Directions 2008 (as amended in April 2008) came into force on 21 April 2008 and specify the types of application for which a fee will be payable and the levels of such fees. The government undertook during the passage of the Health Bill 2006 to consider a general review of this measure 18 months after it was introduced. This consultation seeks comments and views on the impact of charging on the NHS, pharmacy and appliance contractors and applicants and whether or not the current fees represent a fair contribution to NHS costs. (Department of Health - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2885561 Tue, 13 Oct 2009 14:31:58 +0100 2885561 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2885562&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2009%2F10%2Ftackling-demand-together-a-toolkit-for-improving-urgent-and-emergency-care-pathways-by-understanding.html This toolkit has been produced by a group of ambulance providers and primary care trust commissioners together with the Department of Health to offer practical analysis, worksheets and tools to help all commissioners and providers improve urgent and emergency care services through better understanding of the factors affecting significant rises in 999 demand. (Department of Health - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2885562 Tue, 13 Oct 2009 14:31:38 +0100 2885562 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2885563&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2009%2F10%2Fnhs-employers-submission-to-the-nhs-pay-review-body-201011-.html This document presents NHS Employers evidence to the NHS Pay Review Body for the 2010/11 pay round. It outlines key messages to the review body made on behalf of NHS organisations in England. It provides background information on the multi-year settlement for Agenda for Change staff; a section about the review clause; recruitment and retention and affordability. (NHS Employers - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2885563 Tue, 13 Oct 2009 14:31:20 +0100 2885563 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2885564&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2009%2F10%2Fthe-crc-energy-efficiency-scheme-and-the-nhs-.html The Carbon Reduction Commitment energy efficiency scheme, which will begin in April 2010 with an introductory three-year phase, is a mandatory energy efficiency scheme that will affect both the public and the private sector. This Briefing outlines the main details of the scheme which will affect NHS trusts. (NHS Confederation - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2885564 Tue, 13 Oct 2009 14:30:59 +0100 2885564 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2885565&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2009%2F10%2Fguidance-on-changes-to-recording-and-reporting-data-about-necessary-and-planned-treatment-of-oversea.html This letter advises on changes to be made to the collection and reporting of data about overseas visitors from 12 October 2009, with detailed guidance about the processes, and information about future workshops. (Department of Health - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2885565 Tue, 13 Oct 2009 14:30:37 +0100 2885565 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2885566&cid=s_38829_51_f&fid=38829&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkingsfund.blogs.com%2Fhealth_management%2F2009%2F10%2Falternative-provider-medical-services-directions-2009.html These Directions have been given to Primary Care Trusts in England and came into force on 17 September 2009. (Department of Health - publications) (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection) The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2885566 Tue, 13 Oct 2009 14:29:57 +0100 2885566