July 23, 2020
A year in the life of a PCN
It’s hard to believe that we have had Primary Care Networks for over a year now. Leaders want greater flexibility … Read More “A year in the life of a PCN”
July 22, 2020
Covid-19 contacts not reached
The NHS test and trace scheme is a crucial part of the government’s plan for managing the spread of the … Read More “Covid-19 contacts not reached”
July 21, 2020
How to wear glasses with facemasks
Anyone who wears glasses will know what it is like when the lenses start to fog up. Now I see … Read More “How to wear glasses with facemasks”
July 20, 2020
Test and trace continues
Data demonstrates a huge improvement in turnaround times of test results More than 144,000 people who may have been at … Read More “Test and trace continues”
July 17, 2020
Patient reviews and health checks
Practices must resume the delivery of face-to-face care ‘where clinically appropriate’, NHS England has confirmed. Elements of QOF reporting are … Read More “Patient reviews and health checks”
July 16, 2020
NHS providers lead digital change
The consequences of taking a technology-centred approach to the uncertain and uncontrollable environment of digital public services can be ruinous. … Read More “NHS providers lead digital change”
July 15, 2020
100 outbreaks tackled a week
Mr Hancock said increased testing meant officials could now be “targeted” in their response. This is at a time when … Read More “100 outbreaks tackled a week”
July 14, 2020
GP Patient Survey 2020
Around one in five patients (21.7%) say they tried to contact an NHS service in the past 12 months when … Read More “GP Patient Survey 2020”
July 13, 2020
Restart of medical tests and fitness to practise work
The GMC has set out its plans for resuming Professional and Linguistic Assessment Board 2 (PLAB 2) tests for overseas … Read More “Restart of medical tests and fitness to practise work”
July 10, 2020
35,000 extra UK cancer deaths
There are concerns routine screenings, urgent referrals and treatments have been delayed or cancelled. Scientists suggest there could be at … Read More “35,000 extra UK cancer deaths”