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NEWS: Sponge test reduces endoscopy

February 28, 2024

As reported by NHS England, a pioneering capsule sponge test, trialled by the NHS, has significantly reduced the need for invasive endoscopy in diagnosing Barrett’s oesophagus, keep reading

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NEWS: GMC apologises for historic LGBTQ+ discrimination

February 28, 2024

As reported by The BMA, the GMC formally apologises for past actions against doctors convicted under outdated anti-gay laws, emphasising the need for continued support for keep reading

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NEWS: Doctors’ union challenges physician associate regulation

February 27, 2024

As reported by BBC News, doctors’ union battles GMC over regulating physician associates, fearing blurred lines between roles The British Medical Association (BMA) believes this keep reading

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NEWS: Study shows continuity of care could slash GP workload

February 27, 2024

As reported by GP Online, a recent study suggests that prioritising continuity of care in general practice could lead to a significant reduction in patient consultations, keep reading

NEWS: Employers voice concern over delayed NHS bonuses

February 26, 2024

As reported by BBC News, as many as 20,000 health workers in England remain without a promised one-off payment, sparking worries among employers who expected prompt keep reading

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NEWS: NHS England enhances board expertise

February 26, 2024

As reported by NHS England, NHS bolsters its board with diverse expertise, welcoming new members from various fields including medicine, academia, and government, to strengthen leadership and guide keep reading

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New certificate honours loss of pre-24-week babies

February 23, 2024

As reported by BBC News, bereaved parents in England who experience miscarriage can now receive official recognition of their loss with new certificates, following advocacy efforts keep reading

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NEWS: Health leaders call for increased investment

February 23, 2024

As reported by NHS Confed, amidst growing demand and a decade of underinvestment, health leaders urge the next government to prioritise funding for repairing NHS infrastructure keep reading

NEWS: “Martha’s Rule” rolls out

February 22, 2024

As reported by The Independent, the NHS introduces “Martha’s Rule,” enabling families to request urgent reviews for loved ones in critical care, potentially saving lives The government keep reading

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NEWS: Mental health system ‘broken’, NHS report warns

February 22, 2024

As reported by GP Online, a BMA report highlights severe strains in the NHS mental health system, with patients facing extensive waits for care and overstretched keep reading