Articles by Liz Wells
Next health service ombudsman confirmed
By Liz Wells 27 June 2025
The government has confirmed Paula Sussex as the new Parliamentary and health service ombudsman.
Northern Ireland trust board approves body-worn cameras pilot
By Liz Wells 27 June 2025
Healthcare staff at Antrim Area Hospital are to trial the use of body-worn cameras within the hospital’s Emergency Department.
GPs enter dispute with Scottish Government
By Liz Wells 27 June 2025
Scottish GPs have moved into formal dispute with the Scottish Government, the BMA in Scotland has revealed.
DHSC boosts mental health services by recruiting thousands of extra staff
By Liz Wells 27 June 2025
More than 6,700 extra mental health workers have been recruited since July, new data shows.
Prevalence of common mental health conditions rises
By Liz Wells 26 June 2025
The proportion of 16- to 64-year-olds identified with a common mental health condition has risen from 18.9% in 2014 to 22.6% in 2023/24, new data reveals.
Pilot aims to encourage people onto NHS career ladder
By Liz Wells 26 June 2025
People who historically face barriers into employment will be among those supported onto the NHS career ladder, health and social care secretary Wes Streeting has announced.
NHS App overhaul will 'break down barriers and reduce inequalities'
By Liz Wells 26 June 2025
The NHS App will be transformed to give every patient information, choice, and control of their healthcare.
Reports highlight ongoing challenges in early diagnosis of sepsis
By Liz Wells 25 June 2025
The recognition of sepsis remains an urgent and persistent safety risk, despite extensive national work and awareness campaigns, according to three reports published by HSSIB.
NHS approves new IT system for GPs to help transform care
By Liz Wells 25 June 2025
GP practices across England can now access new technology with the introduction of the first new core IT system for 25 years.
Dog owners could be costing NHS millions each year
By Liz Wells 25 June 2025
Injuries sustained by dog owners could cost the NHS around £23m a year, new research suggests.
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