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Tackling the challenges faced by thousands of tube-feeding families

New research with families who have chosen blended diet for their tube-fed loved ones over commercial enteral formula, aims to improve clinical practice around this emerging – and emotive - area of healthcare.

EMS Healthcare appoints new Chief Executive Officer

EMS Healthcare, a leading provider of flexible medical and clinical research facilities, has announced the appointment of Dr. Clare Grace as Chief Executive Officer.

Isansys to play crucial role in major European AI project

Isansys Lifecare is playing a pivotal role in a €10 million project to develop novel personalised AI models (virtual twins) and decision support tools for atrial fibrillation related stroke.

New breast screening figures prompt fresh uptake appeal

Thousands of women are being urged to attend NHS breast screening appointments as new figures show that, despite a slight increase in uptake in the last year, over a third of women still did not take up the potentially lifesaving offer.

Over 5,500 nursing associates now working in the NHS

Since joining to the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) register in 2019, 5,500 nursing associates are now working in the NHS and there are more to come under the NHS Long Term Workforce Plan.

Two ambulance medics a day kicked, punched, and spat at in London

Physical violence against ambulance crews in London has soared by nearly 40% in the past year, shocking new figures can reveal.

New GMC standards aim to create 'respectful, fair and compassionate workplaces'

The General Medical Council (GMC) has announced an updated version of 'Good medical practice', which details the principles, values and standards expected of doctors working in the UK. The document is described as 'the first substantial changes since 2013'.

New patient safety alert announced

A National Patient Safety Alert has been issued instructing all relevant NHS funded providers to transition to NRFit connectors for all intrathecal and epidural procedures, and delivery of regional blocks.

NHS launches national BRCA gene testing programme to identify cancer risk early

Tens of thousands of people with Jewish ancestry who are more likely to carry a genetic fault that can increase the risk of developing some cancers will receive genetic testing through a new programme announced by the NHS in England.

First look at progress on £11.5m health hub

Over 25 guests braved the January weather to have a ‘first look’ tour of the site of the King’s Lynn Health Hub on Nar Ouse Way, King’s Lynn. The centre at Nar Ouse Way is due to house a range of primary care services, as well as a maternity hub and rehabilitation therapy services from the nearby Queen Elizabeth Hospital.

Start-up backed by Kidney Research UK recruits first clinical study participants

Kalium Health, a MedTech start-up backed by Kidney Research UK to develop the world’s first blood potassium rapid self-test, is now recruiting patients into a pioneering new clinical study.

Royal Papworth transforms hospital equipment tracking and traceability

Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust has selected Idox’s iAssets asset tracking solution to improve patient safety, clinical staff productivity, and overall efficiency. The solution will use GS1-compliant passive RFID tags to enable real-time tracking of all equipment that moves around the hospital.

RCM gives ‘cautious welcome’ to new midwife numbers

The Royal College of Midwives (RCM) has given a cautious welcome to figures released by NHS England showing an increase in the number of midwives working in the NHS.

OneTogether: expert insights on how to reduce surgical site infections

Experts will be gathering at the OneTogether UK Expert Conference 2024 with the aim of sharing their insights into how to reduce surgical site infections (SSIs). The conference and exhibition will take place on the 7 March 2024, at the National Conference Centre, Birmingham.

New report charts safety risks associated with managing patients with known ‘difficult airways’

HSSIB’s latest report shows improvement is needed at a national level in the communication, preparation and planning for patients who may have ‘a difficult airway’ – that is the anatomy of their mouth, throat or windpipe – which makes it difficult for healthcare professionals to manage their airway.

CSC Annual Scientific Meeting: have you booked your place?

The Central Sterilisation Club (CSC) is hosting its Annual Scientific Meeting 2024 on the 15-16 April 2024, at the Crowne Plaza at Gerrard’s Cross.

First patients with inherited blood disorders to get world-first NHS test to curb transfusion side effects

Thousands of people with sickle cell disorder and thalassaemia in England will have access a world-first ‘blood matching’ genetic test on the NHS to better match their blood transfusions, reducing the risk of side effects and offering more personalised care.

Paperless placement for University of Dundee Nursing Students

A new digital tool developed by NES Technology Service (NTS) in collaboration with NES Nursing and Midwifery pre-registration and practice education team, has been piloted by nursing students at the University of Dundee. The team have created e-Pad (Electronic Placement Assessment Documents) - a digital app which allows nursing students to electronically record practice learning progress and achievement of learning outcomes throughout their placements.

First bowel cancer vaccine to be tested in international clinical trial

A ground breaking vaccine to treat early bowel cancer will go on trial for patients thanks to a worldwide collaboration between scientists and doctors at Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust and in Australia.

Medstor re-appointed to the NHS SBS framework

Medstor has once again been awarded a place on the prestigious NHS Shared Business Services (NHS SBS) framework. For the next four years, Medstor will be working with the many healthcare Trusts using the framework to deliver on the NHS SBS vision: "Helping the NHS to save money and enhance quality so that the NHS can improve health, innovate to save lives and deliver better outcomes with care and compassion."

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15th April 2024 – 16th April 2024

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National Conference Centre, Birmingham
17th April 2024

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National Conference Centre, Birmingham
23rd - 24th April 2024

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Coventry Building Society Arena
16th May 2024

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Millennium Point, Birmingham
18th May 2024

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University of Exeter
22nd June 2024

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Upcoming Events

Central Sterilising Club - Annual Scientific Meeting 2024

Crowne Plaza at Gerrard’s Cross
15th April 2024 – 16th April 2024

DECON UK 2024

National Conference Centre, Birmingham
17th April 2024

Infection Prevention & Control

National Conference Centre, Birmingham
23rd - 24th April 2024

Theatres & Decontamination Conference 2024

Coventry Building Society Arena
16th May 2024

The AfPP Roadshow - Birmingham

Millennium Point, Birmingham
18th May 2024

The AfPP Roadshow - Exeter

University of Exeter
22nd June 2024

Access the latest issue of Clinical Services Journal on your mobile device together with an archive of back issues.

Download the FREE Clinical Services Journal app from your device's App store

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