New updated GDC standards for dental professionals
THE GDC has published new updated standards for dental professionals to replace its current standards guidance.
Liverpool Care Pathway to be phased out
THE Liverpool Care Pathway is to be phased out in England in response to the findings of an independent review published this week.
Whistleblowing calls double, says CQC
THE number of calls to the Care Quality Commission raising concerns about patient care in England has more than doubled in the past year.
Over 7,500 doctors undergo revalidation
THE GMC has announced that over 7,500 doctors have been revalidated in the first six months of its new system of checks.
‘Virtual clinics’ part of future vision for GPs
GPs will soon be running virtual clinics and routinely consulting with patients online, according to the RCGP’s vision of general practice in 2022.