GP opposition to abolishing practice boundaries
Abolishing practice boundaries could seriously affect the safety of vulnerable patients, place rural practices at risk of closure and make home visiting very difficult, said the RCGP in a recent statement.
Online resource for GPs supporting carers
A new educational programme to help GPs and primary care teams better support the growing number of people who care for others has been launched by the RCGP.
MIMS launches smartphone app
The prescribing reference MIMS has now launched an application for Android and iPhone.
Fewer dental referrals to NCAS sparks concern
A drop in the number of dentists being referred to the National Clinical Assessment Service (NCAS) has prompted fears that performance concerns within the profession may be going unnoticed by local managers.
NICE urges prompt surgery for hip fractures
Patients with broken hips should have surgical treatment the same day or the day after hospital admission, according to new NICE guidance published last week.
Cervical screening success waning
One in five women miss appointments for cervical screening according a survey of around 2,500 carried out by a leading cancer charity.
Call for action on antipsychotic overuse in dementia care
The Dementia Action Alliance has called for a clinical review of all UK dementia patients being administered antipsychotic drugs to ensure care is compliant with current guidelines and that alternative medications have been considered.
Dentists must maintain equipment, GDC warns
DENTISTS must make sure dental equipment is properly maintained in order to comply with the law.