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NEWS: UK’s health crisis impacts economic potential

April 23, 2024

As reported by BBC News, a report by the Health Foundation reveals that a growing epidemic of ill-health among working-age Britons is affecting economic potential, keep reading

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Revamping the GP contract for 2024/25

April 22, 2024

The recent consultation on the GP contract for 2024/25 has concluded, with final arrangements now in place for the upcoming financial year. For practice managers, keep reading

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Driving change in general practice: The power of unity

April 22, 2024

In the labyrinthine structure of healthcare administration, the multitude of general practitioner (GP) practices—over 6,500—has long been a subject of debate. Initiatives like Primary Care keep reading

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NEWS: NHS supply chain appoints new director

April 22, 2024

As reported by NHS Supply Chain, with decades of experience spanning public and private sectors, Richard Evans steps in to lead NHS Supply Chain’s commercial efforts, aiming keep reading

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Read again: The WhatsApp conundrum: Navigating security and convenience

April 19, 2024

Navigating the intricacies of digital communication in healthcare, particularly concerning the use of WhatsApp, presents a complex challenge amidst concerns over data security and regulatory keep reading

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The future of obesity treatment

April 18, 2024

Public health officials and policymakers are shifting towards prioritising dietary quality over quantity. With a focus on ultra processed foods (UPFs) and their impact on keep reading

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Read again: Vaccine confidence: Leveraging social media for public health

April 16, 2024

With the emergence of new variants and ongoing debates surrounding vaccination, practice managers play a crucial role in promoting vaccine confidence among their patients and keep reading

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Managing menopause: Supporting NHS workforce

April 15, 2024

Menopause, a natural phase of ageing typically occurring between 45 and 55, can significantly impact women’s careers. Research indicates that 10 per cent of women keep reading

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Embracing progress: Transformative impact of HIV testing programs

April 12, 2024

HIV testing is essential not only in preventing ill health, onward transmission, and premature death. In this article, Ian Jackson, Director of Contracting and Planning for keep reading

This directive follows several notable incidents where trusts experienced prolonged challenges in fulfilling statutory reporting requirements post EPR implementation, as observed in institutions like Royal Surrey and St. Peters, Oracle Cerner, alongside Frimley and Manchester, both on Epic platforms. Maintaining patient oversight amidst EPR deployments The correspondence, obtained by Digital Health News, underscores the critical importance of retaining an understanding of patient needs throughout the EPR implementation process. It stresses the significance of monitoring both clinical and non-clinical activities to facilitate effective reporting at a national level, thereby supporting financial, operational, and clinical quality oversight. Addressing reporting interruptions NHSE acknowledges recent instances where providers encountered disruptions in business-critical reporting, often enduring prolonged periods of cessation due to the challenges posed by EPR implementation. It reiterates that the submission of mandated returns forms an integral part of providers' licensing obligations, urging them to leverage established governance mechanisms to address identified risks during EPR system rollouts. Ensuring data integrity amidst challenges Providers are reminded that even in the presence of data quality or completeness concerns, mandated submissions must proceed. Any arising issues should be promptly communicated to NHS England's national and regional teams, with particular emphasis on frontline digitisation engagement teams in cases where providers receive EPR funding. NHSE underscores the imperative of treating such challenges as high-severity risks, warranting prioritised remedial actions. Enhanced governance for EPR deployments To bolster business continuity assurance, NHSE has introduced augmented governance measures for EPR go-lives. Preceding each EPR deployment, regional directors will present evidence and assurance of a trust's capability to sustain reporting to the national Quality and Performance Committee, seeking formal approval to proceed. Further details on this process are forthcoming. Support and guidance for providers In addition to governance enhancements, NHS England is collating insights from providers with completed EPR implementations to compile an EPR Data Migration and Reporting Reference Guide. This comprehensive resource encompasses aspects of procurement, data migration, governance, testing, and training. NHS England's frontline digitisation team offers supplementary support through masterclasses, targeted training, and peer networks to facilitate EPR implementation. NHS England's letter emphasises the critical need for healthcare providers to maintain statutory reporting obligations during the transition to electronic patient record systems. By proactively addressing challenges and maintaining reporting obligations, practice managers can safeguard the continuity of care and operational effectiveness within their healthcare settings.

Read again: Importance of statutory reporting: EPR implementation

April 11, 2024

NHS England has recently circulated a letter to healthcare leaders underlining the necessity of complying with nationally mandated returns during the transition to electronic patient keep reading