NICE recommends leadless cardiac pacemakers
By Liz Wells 27 February 2026
NICE has issued final guidance recommending leadless cardiac pacemakers as the standard of care for people with slow heart rhythms (bradyarrhythmias), which affects more than 2 million people in th...
Public backs providers using AI in ear and hearing health care
By Liz Wells 27 February 2026
There is a strong public appetite for local healthcare providers to use AI in ear and hearing health, new research reveals.
RCN demands urgent action from Welsh Government on nursing pay progression
By Liz Wells 27 February 2026
The RCN Wales Board is calling for the Welsh Government to act immediately to improve pay progression for nursing staff, warning that the country risks falling behind the rest of the UK.
'Disconnect' found in specialist diabetes care for adults with mental health problems
By Lee Peart 27 February 2026
A ‘disconnect’ between mental health and specialist diabetes services has been identified in a new report by the Health Services Safety Investigations Body (HSSIB).
City of York Council set to expand smoke control area to improve air quality
By Liz Wells 27 February 2026
City of York Council is set to expand its Smoke Control Area (SCA) to cover the entire city, in a major step towards cleaner air and healthier communities.
Maternity services upgraded from requires improvement to good
By Lee Peart 27 February 2026
Maternity services at Worthing Hospital have been upgraded from requires improvement to good by the CQC.
Councils and ICB strengthen health and social care partnership
By Lee Peart 27 February 2026
A formal agreement to provide joined-up health and social care services in Lancashire and South Cumbria has been announced.
Scottish Government funding aims to strengthen emergency response
By Liz Wells 27 February 2026
Scotland’s First Minister John Swinney has announced a £2.5m investment to improve community capacity to respond to cardiac arrests through the purchase of up to 1,250 additional defibrillators ove...
Strategy to support patient safety investigations published
By Lee Peart 27 February 2026
A strategy to support patients safety investigations has been announced by HSSIB.
Government invests £4m in electrifying NHS fleet
By Lee Peart 27 February 2026
A £4m investment is being made in providing hundreds of electric vehicle charging sockets for NHS England.
Norovirus cases high but returning to expected levels
By Lee Peart 27 February 2026
Norovirus cases remain high but are returning to expected levels, according to the UKHSA.
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