GDC gets positive marks from CHRE
EFFORTS by the GDC to improve performance in its fitness to practise procedures have been recognised by the Council for Healthcare Regulatory Excellence (CHRE) in its 2011 performance review.
Preventable hospital deaths in England
AN estimated 12,000 adult deaths in hospital in England per year could be prevented with better care according to a review study published in BMJ Quality and Safety.
GMC issues child protection guidance
NEW guidance to help doctors protect children from abuse has been issued by the GMC.
NHS negligence payouts hit record high
THE cost of NHS litigation claims hit a record £1.3billion this year, according to new figures.