Von Hippel-Lindau (VHL) disease, a rare genetic disorder causing the growth of tumours in various parts of the body, casts a shadow of uncertainty over those affected. However, a recent landmark decision by NHS England has brought a ray of hope to patients and their families. For the first time, the NHS will fund … [Read more…]
Health inequality, the unfair and avoidable differences in health outcomes across different groups within society, is a persistent challenge in the UK. While the NHS is committed to providing universal healthcare, certain communities face significant barriers to accessing quality care and experiencing good health. However, amidst these challenges, there are inspiring examples of healthcare … [Read more…]
A seismic shift is underway in the UK healthcare staffing landscape, and it’s set to impact how NHS trusts secure temporary staff. From July 2024, all use of off-framework agencies will be halted, marking a new era for both healthcare providers and medical professionals. Understanding On-Framework vs. Off-Framework Agencies To fully grasp the implications … [Read more…]
A Night at Wembley – Total Assist Prize Draw Winner Last night (Tuesday 14th November) saw England play host to five-times world cup winners Brazil at a sold-out Wembley stadium. The event was also the culmination of another fantastic Total Assist prize draw where one of our lucky locums had the good-fortune of … [Read more…]
The Department of Health has announced plans to extensively expand its medical training placements by an extra 1,500 doctors per year by 2020. The plan is being hailed as the “biggest ever” in the health service’s 69 years. The current number of student doctors is said to increase by 25% under the new proposal … [Read more…]
Studies have shown that not only does cycling and walking to work improve your physical health; they are also better for your mental well-being and stress levels. A report compiled by the University of East Anglia found that those who changed to walking and cycling from driving felt better and that their concentration levels were higher. … [Read more…]
Nearly 2 months after the new reforms of the IR35 legislation went live (see our previous article on IR35 here) clients and contractors are still getting to grips with the new taxation laws. The point of the new changes which were made back in April 2017 was to shift the responsibility of determining how a … [Read more…]
There is often confusion when it comes to differentiating Physio from Occupational Therapy with many believing the two are one in the same thing. Whilst these two professions do; at times, crossover, there are many key differences between them. Treating individuals with physical problems which may have been caused by illness, injury, disability or ageing … [Read more…]
Working in the medical industry has incredibly varied and diverse career paths with so many different specialities and sub-specialities to choose from. With such a wide array of options, you are bound to find your place in the job market. One of the recommended methods of helping you decide which speciality you should adopt involves … [Read more…]
Total Assist has been awarded a place on the new National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS. Being awarded a place on Lot 1 and Lot 2 of the National Clinical Staffing Framework, developed for the NHS by the NHS Collaborative Procurement Partnership, means that Total … [Read more…]
