Don't turn a blind eye
Failure to raise concerns about patient safety could land YOU in trouble
Book Review: Bad Pharma
Book review - Bad Pharma by Ben Goldacre
GPs quick to refer suspected cancer
GPs refer more than 80 per cent of suspected cancer cases within two consultations, new research has revealed.
Don't turn a blind eye
Solicitor Andrea James looks at revised GMC guidance on reporting concerns over patient safety
MDDUS appoints former Lord Advocate to board
The Board of MDDUS has agreed to appoint Dame Elish Angiolini QC as a non-executive director with a view to her taking up her appointment in the Spring.
Take action now on dental audit deadline
Scottish dentists are urged to take immediate action to ensure they meet their audit requirements by the July deadline or risk breaching their NHS Terms of Service, says UK-wide dental defence organisation MDDUS.
Prescribing addictive medicines
When prescribing addictive medicines be sure to discuss fully the risks and benefits with patients.
A cold reply - medical case study
...the patient is unhappy that the doctor provided a telephone consultation rather than a home visit...
Tougher standards for cosmetic practice
ONLY qualified healthcare professionals should be allowed to carry out cosmetic procedures, according to new standards from the Royal College of Surgeons (RCS).