October 21, 2020
The split between science and politics
“Following the science” was a phrase we heard a lot of earlier in the year. It’s what, we were repeatedly … Read More “The split between science and politics”
October 20, 2020
Sustained community transmission
At a time, when parts of the UK are going into tougher lockdown measures, new guidance about infection control is … Read More “Sustained community transmission”
October 19, 2020
(PPE) strategy: stabilise and build resilience
This strategy sets out how the UK government is moving beyond the emergency COVID-19 response to stabilise and build resilience. … Read More “(PPE) strategy: stabilise and build resilience”
October 16, 2020
100 GP practices closed
An estimated 350,000 patients were forced to move to a new surgery. GP leaders said contract changes in England in … Read More “100 GP practices closed”
October 15, 2020
Effect of pandemic on children’s wellbeing
A new report published to mark World Mental Health Day (Saturday 10 October) has provided an in-depth picture of the … Read More “Effect of pandemic on children’s wellbeing”
October 14, 2020
Do-not-resuscitate
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) will investigate concerns that some care homes still have blanket orders in place covering groups … Read More “Do-not-resuscitate”
October 13, 2020
Help Us, Help You
The NHS has introduced a range of measures to ensure the safety of patients, including COVID-secure wards. This first phase … Read More “Help Us, Help You”
October 12, 2020
Changes to the GP contract
The letter provides information about changes to the GP contracts from 1 October 2020. It is being sent to all … Read More “Changes to the GP contract”
October 9, 2020
Business continuity plans
Community pharmacies and their pharmacy PCN leads have already been incentivised to have business continuity plans in place in the … Read More “Business continuity plans”
October 8, 2020
Enhanced Health in Care Homes Framework
This outlines a move away from traditional models of providing care. It is aimed at Primary Care Networks working with … Read More “Enhanced Health in Care Homes Framework”