GMC cuts fees for doctors
THE General Medical Council is to cut annual fees for all doctors for the first time since 1970.
Targeting high-risk surgical patients
Nearly 80 per cent of UK surgical patients dying of post-operative complications come from a small group of high-risk patients – only half of whom receive “good” peri-operative care. These finding come from the latest National Confidential Enquiry into Patient Outcome and Death (NCEPOD) report – Knowing the Risk.
Atlas highlights variation in NHS care
A REPORT highlighting variations in NHS care in England has found large differences in areas such as dementia drug prescribing rates and standards of diabetes care.
Rise in complaints about private dental care
COMPLAINTS about private dental care made to the Dental Complaints Service (DCS) have risen by almost a quarter since 2009.
Lung cancer audit highlights importance of early detection
Patients with a cough persisting over three weeks are being advised to attend their GP and ask if an X-ray is needed to rule out lung cancer.
Fewer medical students from poorer backgrounds
THE number of medical students from low income brackets has dropped in the past year, a new BMA report has revealed.
EWTD rules could be changed
HIGH-LEVEL negotiations are underway that could lead to changes to the European Working Time Directive, including the way in which on-call time is counted and rest periods are enforced.
Medical training survey raises serious concerns
THE majority of junior doctors’ training is good but there are serious concerns that must be dealt with urgently, according to a survey by the General Medical Council.
Weekend hospital mortality rates higher
A new report has found a worrying spike in death rates among patients admitted to hospitals in England at the weekend.
Guidance for GPs working in prisons
GPs who work in prisons can access new prescribing guidance from the RCGP.