Patients urged not to “soldier on”
PATIENTS in England are being urged to seek advice early before health problems escalate requiring hospital.
GDC offers standards case studies
THE GDC has developed an interactive website to support implementation of the new Standards for the Dental Team with relevant case studies, scenarios and FAQs.
Cancer rates rise over last decade
THE number of people diagnosed with cancer each year has increased by nearly 50,000 over the last decade according to figures published by Cancer Research UK.
Jobs shortage worse than before
THE number of trainees facing uncertainty over jobs is at its highest level in recent years, it has been revealed.
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).
Absentee trainees may need training extension
PATIENTS are to be given the power to rate the service provided by their doctor under new plans announced by the prime minister.
MRCS a must for trainees
SURGICAL trainees will be required to pass the Royal College of Surgeons (MRCS) exam as part of their core training from August.
Paediatrics trainees “dissatisfied”
ANTI-SOCIAL working hours and concerns about work-life balance are fuelling dissatisfaction amongst paediatrics trainees, according to new research.
Alert over dental records
KEEPING clear, accurate and contemporaneous dental records is key to avoiding professional difficulties, MDDUS has said.
GDC recruits panel members
THE General Dental Council is recruiting 65 new people to sit on its fitness to practise (FTP) panels.