June 25, 2020
Priority groups for coronavirus
The Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) reports on the groups that should be prioritised for vaccination, if and … Read More “Priority groups for coronavirus”
Category: Premises and Equipment
June 22, 2020
Overwhelming take up of new primary care network contract
Almost all GP practices in England have signed up to the new Primary Care Network (PCN) contract for the next … Read More “Overwhelming take up of new primary care network contract”
June 18, 2020
New government recommendations for use of face masks
On the day when it became compulsory to use face masks on public transport, new guidance has been issued to … Read More “New government recommendations for use of face masks”
June 17, 2020
PM launches review into 2m social distancing rule
Health now seems to be giving way to the economy. The chancellor added he would like to see the rule … Read More “PM launches review into 2m social distancing rule”
June 15, 2020
Home-based spirometry
From this month, NHS England will help cystic fibrosis (CF) patients aged six years and over to be given a … Read More “Home-based spirometry”
June 12, 2020
GPs lack confidence
That is to returning to normal services post covid-19. Many say that they will not be able to cope with … Read More “GPs lack confidence”
June 10, 2020
New face mask rules
This is not a news story about the general public, but the changes being introduced into hospitals. There is widespread … Read More “New face mask rules”
June 5, 2020
Routine appointments are necessary
NHS England recently suggested that GP practices should soon resume routine work, but only if it can be done ‘safely’. … Read More “Routine appointments are necessary”
May 28, 2020
Digital transformation
Progress in transforming digital services in the NHS has been slower than expected. Changing digital transformation strategies for the NHS … Read More “Digital transformation”
May 22, 2020
CQC to restart inspections?
As the PM announces the initial easing of restrictions to lockdown and urges the workforce to return to work, the … Read More “CQC to restart inspections?”