September 22, 2020
Waste management
This document sets out the waste management approach for all healthcare facilities including primary care facilities. This updates the guidance … Read More “Waste management”
Category: Risk Management
September 21, 2020
Venues required by law to record contact details
Businesses and other public settings where people meet socially including hospitality, close contact and leisure venues must record contact details … Read More “Venues required by law to record contact details”
September 18, 2020
GPs are having to isolate from work
GPs reported several examples of doctors or GP staff members who are having to isolate while struggling to rule out … Read More “GPs are having to isolate from work”
September 16, 2020
GPs they must offer patients face-to-face appointments
NHS England is writing to all practices to make sure they are communicating the fact doctors can be seen in … Read More “GPs they must offer patients face-to-face appointments”
September 9, 2020
Coronavirus: Further 2,988 cases confirmed in UK
It is the highest number reported on a single day since 22 May. Despite the sharp rise in cases, Mr … Read More “Coronavirus: Further 2,988 cases confirmed in UK”
September 7, 2020
APMS Directions
The government has published The APMS (Amendments Relating to the Provision of Primary Care Services during a Pandemic etc) Directions … Read More “APMS Directions”
September 2, 2020
Learning Disability Newsletter
Find out about getting help with difficult feelings. Spotting signs you’re in crisis and how to get help. Read more … Read More “Learning Disability Newsletter”
August 28, 2020
PHE downgrades PPE requirements
GPs do not need single-use PPE such as gloves and aprons. Single-use PPE items are only needed where staff are … Read More “PHE downgrades PPE requirements”
August 27, 2020
Infection control and prevention
Public Health England has published updated infection prevention and control (IPC) guidance. Providers of primary and community health services should … Read More “Infection control and prevention”
August 21, 2020
Waiting more than 18 weeks to be seen
More than 50,000 people were also waiting over 52 weeks for the start of their treatment in June 2020. In … Read More “Waiting more than 18 weeks to be seen”