RECENT NEWS
Workshops go online as the GMC responds to COVID restrictitions
The General Medical Council (GMC) is to run online versions of its popular free workshops for doctors new to working in the UK, in response to restrictions caused by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.- News
Surgical smoke exposure: take part in our survey!
The Clinical Services Journal is inviting all staff working in operating theatres to take part in an important survey on exposure to surgical smoke in UK hospitals.- News
New group B Strep injury code will drive improvements in maternal care
Following a campaign by Group B Strep Support, NHS Resolution (which handles clinical negligence claims) has introduced a series of learning codes to improve identification of injuries suffered by babies around birth and in the early months of life.- News
Funding to improve diagnosis in cancer, thoracic and liver disease
Roche Diagnostics has announced that it is part of three consortia that have each won government funding provided through UK Research and Innovation’s Industrial Strategy Challenge Fund.- News
New cancer blood test up to ten times more sensitive
A new method of analysing cancer patients’ blood for evidence of the disease could be up to ten times more sensitive than previous methods according to new research funded by Cancer Research UK.- News
Patients leaving hospital helped to stay safe through pharmacy support
Patients leaving hospital in Tameside and Glossop are now being offered extra support taking their prescribed medicines as part of a new digital health project designed to keep them safe from harm after a hospital stay.- News
Inpatients want to be more involved in their care and treatment
But almost half (45%) of England’s hospital inpatients want to be more involved in decisions made about their care and treatment, according to results from a survey of more than 75,000 people.- News
Greater Manchester moves to virtual appointments
Patients in Greater Manchester are now benefitting from being able to see their GP through virtual appointments and online consultations.- News
'Health is not a luxury item', warns WHO Director-General
The Coronavirus pandemic dominated discussion at Omnia Health Live, with experts across the world sharing the latest findings on COVID-19.- News
Tongue microbes provide window to heart health
Microorganisms on the tongue could help diagnose heart failure, according to research presented on HFA Discoveries, a scientific platform of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC).- News
Anaemia is ‘common’ in COVID patients admitted to ICU
New findings on patients with COVID-19 have been discussed at Omnia Health Live.- News
Roll-on, roll-off pinworm collector
A new and improved method for diagnosing pinworm infections has been developed by Bio-Connections.- News
Smartphone app uses voice recordings to detect fluid in the lungs
Voice analysis by a smartphone app identifies lung congestion in heart failure patients, allowing early intervention before their condition deteriorates. The small study is presented on HFA Discoveries.- News
Patient record flag improves care of people with learning disabilities
Healthcare for people with a learning disability can be improved by a new flag on patient records, a pilot scheme has shown.- News
Global healthcare community to unite in world’s biggest virtual event
For five days in June (22-26 June 2020) the global healthcare community will be brought together on a scale like never seen before through a new experience delivered entirely online, Omnia Health Live.- News
NHS launches new online support for people with diabetes
New online tools for people living with diabetes are now available on the NHS to help people manage their condition during the coronavirus pandemic.- News
New guidance for gas supply in medical facilities
National trade body The British Compressed Gases Association (BCGA) has rewritten one of its most frequently referenced codes of practice, which is used in medical environments across the UK.- News
Doctors do not want to return to pre-pandemic work patterns
Fewer than half (45%) of doctors say they want their working pattern to return to what it was before the pandemic, according to a survey of over 25,000 UK members of the Royal College of Physicians.- News
Eastwood Park to reopen for training
Eastwood Park is planning to resume training at the end June, while implementing safety measures for learners and staff.- News
Study aims to improve medicines management
A National Institute of Health Research funded study provides new insight for clinicians such as GPs and pharmacists to help them manage their patients’ medication more effectively.- News
