Screening most effective in early bowel cancer detection
BOWEL cancer is more likely to be detected early by screening than with GP referral or as an emergency presentation, according to a new study published by Cancer Research UK and Public Health England.
GMC chief executive to step down
THE chief executive of the General Medical Council has announced plans to step down at the end of 2016.
More information about doctors on GMC register
MORE detailed information about doctors is now publicly available on the General Medical Council’s website.
Report urges better recognition of sepsis
AN NHS England report into the death of a young boy from septicaemia following a chest infection is urging better recognition of signs and symptoms of the condition by NHS staff.
Leading through uncertainty – places available
PLACES are available on MDDUS Risk Management's popular Leading Through Uncertainty course developed specifically for doctors with management responsibilities.
Protecting our members – new Risk Factor video
THE future vision of new MDDUS Chief Executive Chris Kenny is the focus of the latest Risk Factor video.
Bleak Practice – episode 3
THE third instalment in our popular video learning module Bleak Practice is now available to MDDUS members.
Surge in negligence claims due to ‘no win, no fee’ legal representation
THE proportion of middle income people in England and Wales pursuing claims following adverse medical events increased from less than four per cent in 2001 to 22 per cent in 2013, according to research published by the Nuffield Foundation.
Book review: NeuroTribes: The Legacy of Autism and the Future of Neurodiversity
Jim Killgore reviews the new book by Steve Silberman