November 5, 2020
UK flu vaccination supply protected
Government announces restrictions on the export of supplies of flu vaccines to protect supplies for UK patients. The Department of … Read More “UK flu vaccination supply protected”
November 4, 2020
PM warns of virus deaths
The PM will say there is “no alternative” as he seeks to win support for a planned four-week lockdown in … Read More “PM warns of virus deaths”
November 3, 2020
New lockdown announced
Lockdown is the measure nobody “wanted”, but now multiple European countries have decided they “need”. The aim is simple – … Read More “New lockdown announced”
November 2, 2020
Rise in mental health problems
One in six children and young people had a probable mental health disorder in July during the first wave, compared … Read More “Rise in mental health problems”
October 30, 2020
Bid for £12.2m fund
NHS England has released £12.2m for GP practices to cover the ‘reasonable additional’ costs of delivering this year’s expanded flu … Read More “Bid for £12.2m fund”
October 29, 2020
Support for armed forces families in England
Whilst most armed forces families enjoy healthy lives, the unique circumstances of military life can cause pressure for some, and … Read More “Support for armed forces families in England”
October 28, 2020
12-minute Covid nasal swab test
The nasal swab test, which will cost £120, will be available in selected Boots pharmacy stores in the UK to … Read More “12-minute Covid nasal swab test”
October 27, 2020
Better hospital food
A new blueprint for hospital food has been launched by food and health professionals following a review led by chef … Read More “Better hospital food”
October 26, 2020
I want to volunteer
NHS Volunteer Responders has been set up by NHS England and Royal Voluntary Service, in partnership with GoodSam, to support … Read More “I want to volunteer”
October 23, 2020
GPs to run NHS test and trace system
GPs and local health services should be handed the keys to run the NHS test and trace system. The RCGP … Read More “GPs to run NHS test and trace system”