Government unveils new plans for NHS App

A 'revolutionised' NHS App is among a raft of proposals aimed at giving patients greater power over how and when they receive elective treatment.

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PCT blood test does not lower antibiotic treatment duration for hospitalised children, study shows

A ground-breaking UK study led by the University of Liverpool has examined whether an additional blood test called procalcitonin (PCT) could safely shorten the time children spend on intravenous (IV) antibiotics in hospitals.

Busiest year on record for emergency services as winter flu puts pressure on services

NHS staff experienced the busiest year on record for A&E and ambulance services last year, new figures show, as flu continues to pile pressure on hospitals into 2025.

Government announces deal with independent sector to cut waiting lists

A new agreement has been struck with the independent sector as part of plans to end the hospital waiting list backlog set out by the Prime Minister.

Free webinar on wound management to reduce surgical site infections

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The impact of the gynaecology care crisis

A new report published by the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) has revealed the true scale and impact of the UK’s gynaecology care crisis, with over three quarters of a million (763,694) waiting for months and years with serious gynaecological conditions.

Importance of imaging quality in women’s health

Around 1.6 million twins are born each year worldwide, as multiple pregnancies continue to increase. However, these pregnancies carry greater risks of perinatal mortality and morbidity. Jane Hanford, explores how the evolution of high-quality ultrasound and imaging innovation, particularly Superb Micro-vascular Imaging (SMI) technology, is helping...

Implementing AI: the ethical frontier

The integration of AI in healthcare holds transformative potential to enhance patient care, but it also brings forward essential ethical considerations that need addressing to ensure fair and equitable deployment.1,2 Dr. Julia Mokhova and Kenza Benkirane discuss this significant topic and argue that AI should be “an assistant, but not a doctor”.

Re-imagining the next decade for the NHS

Kate Woodhead RGN DMS discusses the future of the NHS and the debate around the ten-year plan. The Prime Minister has said the NHS needs ‘major surgery not just sticking plaster solutions’, but with an exhausted and demoralised workforce, will some of the proposed solutions for change be the final straw for some?

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CMR Surgical launches Ultrasonic Dissector

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Cutting-edge, portable capnograph meets highest standards for patient safety

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New endoscopy unit to benefit patients in Cumbria

As part of a Managed Equipment Service (MES) contract, Ergéa UK has partnered with North Cumbria Integrated Care Trust (NCIC) to deliver a state-of-the-art endoscopy unit at the Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle.

New RFID mapping tool for more affordable tracking of healthcare assets

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Government unveils new plans for NHS App

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PCT blood test does not lower antibiotic treatment duration for hospitalised children, study shows

PCT blood test does not lower antibiotic treatment duration for hospitalised children, study shows

Busiest year on record for emergency services as winter flu puts pressure on services

Busiest year on record for emergency services as winter flu puts pressure on services

Government announces deal with independent sector to cut waiting lists

Government announces deal with independent sector to cut waiting lists

Free webinar on wound management to reduce surgical site infections

Free webinar on wound management to reduce surgical site infections

Features

The impact of the gynaecology care crisis

Importance of imaging quality in women’s health

Implementing AI: the ethical frontier

Re-imagining the next decade for the NHS

Products

CMR Surgical launches Ultrasonic Dissector

CMR Surgical launches Ultrasonic Dissector

Cutting-edge, portable capnograph meets highest standards for patient safety

Cutting-edge, portable capnograph meets highest standards for patient safety

New endoscopy unit to benefit patients in Cumbria

New endoscopy unit to benefit patients in Cumbria

New RFID mapping tool for more affordable tracking of healthcare assets

New RFID mapping tool for more affordable tracking of healthcare assets

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