The Ockenden Report, an independent review of maternity services at the Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, commenced in 2017 to investigate concerns about maternity care. The inquiry expanded to cover 1,486 families, mostly between 2000 and 2019, after...
Good Medical Practice 2024″ introduces significant updates to align with the evolving landscape of healthcare. These changes focus on enhancing patient care, ensuring ethical practice, and addressing contemporary challenges in the medical field. Fostering...
The NHS Pharmacy First Service (PFS) is a new advanced service launched on January 31, 2024, replacing the Community Pharmacist Consultation Service (CPCS). It’s designed to enhance access to healthcare for common conditions and streamline the process of...
The “2023/24 NHS Priorities and Operational Planning Guidance” document outlines several key aspects relevant to new medical consultants: Mental Health: There’s a strong focus on continuing to meet the Mental Health Investment Standard, which...
Digital maturity in the context of the NHS refers to an organization’s ability to respond effectively to changes and trends in technology. It’s a measure of how ready an organization is to adapt to and integrate with new digital technologies. This concept...
Integrated Care Boards Integrated Care Boards (ICBs) are a fundamental component of the NHS structure in England, particularly within the Integrated Care Systems (ICSs). Their establishment is a part of the NHS’s broader strategy to streamline healthcare...
