A matter of opinion - medical case study
...Mrs D said she felt pressured into having a hospital birth by her GP...
Give your views on new GDC dental standards
THE GDC is asking for as many views as possible on its proposed new standards for dental professionals in the UK before the consultation closes at the end of December 2012.
Advice on pregnancy checks in under-16s
CLINICIANS unsure of the best approach in checking for pregnancy in under 16s can consult a new resource produced by the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH).
Charter to combat dental fraud in Scotland
THE British Dental Association in Scotland has pledged to help stamp out dental fraud in a new charter signed jointly with Counter Fraud Services.
Fever in children – new draft guidance
NICE has issued updated draft guidance on assessing fever in children under five.
Improvements needed in acute cancer care
CANCER patients presenting at hospitals for urgent medical attention often receive fragmented care with the diagnosis clouding other considerations in their management – so says a new report from the Royal College of Physicians of London.
Caution urged over Skype consultations
DOCTORS considering consulting with patients via internet services such as Skype must be aware of potential pitfalls.
Who can consent for children?
Doctors are reminded that only those with parental responsibility – or authorisation from a parent – can consent to treatment in children who lack capacity, unless in an emergency.
Dealing with needle breakage and retention
Dentists are reminded of the steps to take to prevent - and act on - breakage and retention of dental needles in the tissue.
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