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The importance of recognising your achievements
We are a society of goal-setters, a culture defined by how much we can achieve in the shortest space of time – but, by slowing keep reading
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Record numbers applying to study medicine at university, figures show
New UCAS figures show a six per cent increase on the number of people applying to take a degree in the subject, compared to last keep reading
Management
Missed GP appointments cost over £200m a year
New research shows that missed GP appointments cost over £200m a year; the RCGP has responded to this news According to recent research published in keep reading
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BMA urges GPs to share views on PCN plans
The BMA is asking GP practices to offer their views on new draft specification for PCNs The British Medical Association is urging GPs, practices and keep reading
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Which furry friend will make you the happiest?
Dog owners are twice as likely to be happy as cat owners, a new survey has revealed This is an edited version of an article keep reading
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New software used to support and identify mental health problems
Patient-facing software is being increasingly used to support the quick identification of someone who’s experiencing a mental health deterioration. Claire Read explores whether patient-facing apps keep reading
Compliance
Practices ‘face £105,000 loss’ for taking part in network DES in current form
Practices stand to lose £105,000 a year and could be forced out of business if they sign up for the network DES in its current keep reading
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Five ways to de-stress and feel your best
Health and wellness coach Alex Pedley reveals five simple ways to manage stress and improve your mental wellbeing This is an edited version of an keep reading
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Spotlight on enhanced services: Learning Disabilities Health Check Scheme
Tackling health inequalities at the primary care level: what is the learning disabilities health check scheme and how can it benefit your patients and practice? keep reading
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Nearly two-thirds of sick staff feel more pressure to go to work than last year
As people make their way back to the office after the festive break a survey has revealed that most workers feel more pressure to turn keep reading