“Stark challenge” for NHS over excessive drinking
EMERGENCY hospital admissions for alcohol-related conditions have increased by more than 50 per cent in nine years and now top 250,000 a year, a new report shows.
Deviating from clinical guidelines
Clinical guidelines are not statutory codes - clinicians must use professional judgment in applying the principles to each unique situation they encounter.
"Mild" headache
...The notes also reveal that the GP considered the possibility of head injury in that he recorded that there were no associated symptoms...
Revalidation “on track” says GMC
NEARLY 75 per cent of doctors should be revalidated by April 2016 says the GMC.
Patient satisfaction ratings linked to antibiotic prescribing
GPs handing out fewer prescriptions for antibiotics get lower patient satisfaction ratings according to a study published in the British Journal of General Practice.
Diabetics should have periodontal checks
REGULAR periodontal checks could reduce the risk of serious complications in diabetes sufferers, a leading specialist has said.
New risk video on raising safety concerns
EXPLORE the issues surrounding raising concerns about patient safety in a new video module from MDDUS Risk Management.
Report finds confused regulatory landscape for dentists
A REPORT published by the CQC and other regulatory bodies has concluded that there is currently no "clear model" of regulation for dentists in England, with "limited understanding between organisations of who does what, when and how".
Individualised approach needed in end of life care
DOCTORS should avoid taking a “blanket” approach when providing end of life care.