April 3, 2020
Just checking you’re OK
Patients will be contacted by text message to ensure that everyone is followed up and given appropriate advice during the … Read More “Just checking you’re OK”
Category: Practice Operation and Development
April 2, 2020
Boosting staff morale
At a time when practice staff are working incredibly hard in very difficult circumstances, can you be sure that you … Read More “Boosting staff morale”
March 31, 2020
Just wrote you a letter
At a time when the Prime Minister, Boris Johnston, has written a letter to every UK household, more importantly general … Read More “Just wrote you a letter”
March 30, 2020
The doctor is ready to see you… by video
The debate about the use of video consultations in primary care has taken a new turn. Rather than being an … Read More “The doctor is ready to see you… by video”
March 27, 2020
Messaging tool for NHS to support remote working
NHS Digital has confirmed that it has teamed up with Microsoft to allow video and conference calls to be made … Read More “Messaging tool for NHS to support remote working”
March 25, 2020
Delays for PCN’s
Not surprisingly, NHS England has confirmed that it is reviewing the timetable for implementation under the new contract with regard … Read More “Delays for PCN’s”
March 24, 2020
Return to work
Retired Doctors and Nurses are being asked to return to work. They will be eligible to work under temporary licences. … Read More “Return to work”
March 23, 2020
PPE Problems
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is being made available to general practice. However, there are reports that such equipment is still … Read More “PPE Problems”
March 20, 2020
CQC inspections cancelled
The CQC has now announced that routine inspections will now be postponed until further notice. They say that some essential … Read More “CQC inspections cancelled”
March 19, 2020
Total Triage
Everyone working in primary care will be fully aware of the measures that are being put in place. However, it … Read More “Total Triage”