Threat of antibiotic resistance continues Researchers have discovered that nearly one in seven antibiotic treatments prescribed by GP’s to fight common infections over the past 20 years have failed. The study by Cardiff University looked at nearly 11 million prescriptions handed out between 1991 and 2012, in a bid to establish the level of antibiotic … [Read more…]
As company Director of Client Account Managers here at Total Assist Group, I know exactly the kinds of skills and character traits that I look for in my staff, to ensure they are as successful as possible. A hard working and pro-active Client Account Manager is essential to any business, as they nurture the relationship … [Read more…]
Specialist units should be the way forward, claims research A recent study by University College London suggests that stroke care needs to be centralised in large specialist units to deliver optimum services. The overhaul of services in London, which created focused stroke care at eight specialist centres, has been proven to save an additional 96 … [Read more…]
Results could help combat chronic illnesses Scientists have uncovered a previously unknown virus called CrAssphage, that is found in the human gut. The study, published in Nature Communications, explained that the virus could impact the behaviour of the most common bacteria in our guts, with experts also revealing that these types of viruses, called bacteriophages, have been … [Read more…]
Bedside manner vital for medical staff, poll shows Eight in ten Americans say bedside manner is crucial when choosing a doctor, with the same amount also saying experience with a specific procedure is vital. The AP-NORC Centre survey also discovered that three quarters found helpful office staff and how long it took to get an … [Read more…]
65% of adults fear private companies will run the NHS Britons believe that free healthcare services are in danger, with 65% of adults worried about the potential power of private companies. The exclusive Health Service Journal poll revealed that 70% of voters are convinced that a free NHS is under threat, despite having extremely high … [Read more…]
Patients feel ignored by complaints process A new survey reveals that patients are still unhappy with the way in which the NHS deals with complaints, with over half of the believing their complaint had been ignored. The poll of 4,000 people in the UK, undertaken by Populus for consumer group Which?, showed that 43% of … [Read more…]
Boost in figures reveal a positive result for Scottish healthcare Latest results from a survey of almost 1,500 people show that 61% of Scots were very or quite satisfied with NHS services in Scotland – an increase from the 40% recorded back in 2005. The proportion of people who said they were very or quite dissatisfied … [Read more…]
NHS ranked number one in American study New analysis from the US has rated our NHS system as the best healthcare system in the world, with the highest levels of quality care and efficiency as well as having low cost at the point of service. The Mirror Mirror on the Wall report, conducted by the Commonwealth … [Read more…]
Boosts in staff searched for overseas A survey by the Health Service Journal has revealed that 53% of NHS organisations believed they didn’t have enough staff, with over half of the senior management looking abroad to fill nurse requirements. 69% of the respondents said nurse staffing levels would be increasing over the course of the … [Read more…]