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Vaccines stand strong against long covid

March 21, 2024

A recent study led by University of Oxford researchers sheds light on the noteworthy decline in long-Covid cases among the vaccinated compared to the unvaccinated, keep reading

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The power of setting SMART goals

March 21, 2024

Back in 1981, George Doran gave us the SMART acronym, representing Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-Bound goals. Crafted thoughtfully, SMART goals hold the key keep reading

GPs need new options to support fertility patients

March 19, 2024

Fertility concerns affect a significant number of individuals, with one in six facing infertility, yet the existing pathway to accessing support in the UK is keep reading

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Vaccine confidence: Leveraging social media for public health

March 19, 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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NHS commercial’s strategic roadmap

March 18, 2024

As healthcare organisations strive for optimal efficiency and cost-effectiveness, practice managers find themselves at the intersection of strategic decision-making and day-to-day operations. Understanding and actively 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.

Importance of statutory reporting: EPR implementation

March 14, 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

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The ethical recruitment code: Your guide to joining the list

March 12, 2024

Practice managers overseeing GP practices aiming to join the ethical recruiters list for international recruitment need to understand the intricacies of the application process, all keep reading

Read again: NHS receptionists combat loneliness

March 1, 2024

Loneliness casts a long shadow over the UK, affecting mental and physical well-being and becoming a prevalent reason for GP visits and health service utilisation. keep reading

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Read again: NHS digital foresight: 2024 and beyond

February 16, 2024

Peek into the digital crystal ball of the NHS as we dive into insights and challenges shaping the healthcare landscape in 2024, shared by digital keep reading

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Read again: Mastering performance management strategies

January 30, 2024

Performance management is a nuanced task, often requiring a delicate balance between addressing issues and fostering improvement. In primary care settings, where the challenges are keep reading