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Reablement workforce crisis revealed

By Liz Wells 06 November 2024

There is an urgent workforce crisis in UK community reablement services, with 90% of providers relying on agency staff to meet demand and 61% using them weekly, new research reveals.

NHS trusts urged to improve disciplinary processes as 'devastating' impact reported

By Liz Wells 06 November 2024

NHS Trusts across England have been urged to ensure doctors are treated fairly and compassionately during disciplinary proceedings, as a new report reveals guidelines are often not adhered to, resu...

West Yorkshire ICB brings app to 250,000 unpaid carers

By Liz Wells 06 November 2024

NHS West Yorkshire ICB has signed a deal with technology company Care Networx to bring a new app to the 250,000 unpaid carers in West Yorkshire.

NHS Scotland consultants accept pay deal

By Liz Wells 05 November 2024

Consultants across Scotland have voted to accept a £124.9m investment in their pay and reward package.

Doctors paid up to £200,000 overtime to tackle NHS waiting lists

By Liz Wells 05 November 2024

Senior doctors are charging the NHS premium rates for overtime, allowing some to make more than £200,000 a year from additional work, BBC News reveals.

North Tees NHS streamlines intensive care admissions

By Liz Wells 05 November 2024

North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust has extended the rollout of InterSystems TrakCare health information system to streamline intensive care admissions and documentation.

UK to create world-first 'early warning system' for pandemics

By Liz Wells 05 November 2024

The UK will create the world’s first real-time surveillance system to monitor the threat of future pandemics.

St Albans City Hospital's robotic surgery provides joint care

By Liz Wells 04 November 2024

A new robotic surgery programme at St Albans City Hospital is set to benefit hundreds of patients across West Hertfordshire.

Oxford University Hospitals tackles bullying and harassment

By Liz Wells 04 November 2024

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (OUH) has publicised its plan to tackle bullying and harassment among staff.

Skills for Care unveils digital confidence campaign

By Liz Wells 04 November 2024

Skills for Care is running a campaign to support people working in social care build their digital confidence throughout November and December.