The NHS continues to face financial and service challenges; a different approach is required to deliver a health and social care system that is capable of meeting the scale of the demands. Trade unions and employers have been reviewing and refreshing their agenda for this change to happen. The NHS trade unions firmly believe that … [Read more…]
It is no secret that our population is ageing and therefore living for longer. Between 2005 and 2015 the individuals; living in the United Kingdom, who were aged 65+ increased by 21% compared to 85+ increasing by 31%. (BBC News- Health)The people also living with a disability has also increased, reaching over 1 million people … [Read more…]
When we say ‘know your numbers’ we don’t mean your age, height or weight. On this occasion we mean your blood pressure numbers. Do you know your systolic and diastolic figures? Between the 12-18th of September Blood Pressure UK aims to educate the nation; encouraging each of us to check our numbers and to take … [Read more…]
The demands being placed on the NHS are taking a heavy toll on NHS morale, as it is found that the number of doctors leaving the UK to work abroad has almost doubled beneath the coalition. A key component of this is elderly population and its growth, which is resulting in many GP practices struggling … [Read more…]
10% of UK based nurses and midwives come from outside of Europe Nurses and midwives who train in hospitals outside of Europe will face shorter tests to check they are suitable to work in the UK. The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) will replace the minimum three months of supervised practice currently used with a … [Read more…]
Improvements in early detection lowers death rates Data from Cancer Research UK has revealed that the death rates of four common cancers, which account for half of all cancer deaths in the UK, have fallen by almost a third since the early 1990’s. The figures show that the combined death rates for breast, bowel, lung … [Read more…]
One of the biggest advantages of undertaking locum work is the fact that your career can take you anywhere – once equipped with your qualifications and medical school experiences you can work anywhere in the country, within any hospital you fancy, so becoming a locum doctor is a fantastic idea if you have itchy feet … [Read more…]
Invasive procedures could be avoided British researchers have developed a simple blood test that has the potential to detect all forms of cancer. Scientists from the University of Bradford have used the new technique on three different types of cancer, producing very promising results. Despite the test being in early development and still requiring work, … [Read more…]
Client Account Manager Keith Mawdesley answers your frequently asked questions about locum accommodation It’s natural to feel apprehensive before beginning your first locum placement, especially if you have decided to tackle a hospital outside of your local area and in a different part of the UK. One of the fantastic aspects of locum work is … [Read more…]
NHS charging patients from outside the UK to recover funding In a bid to stamp out ‘health tourism’, the NHS are planning to charge EU and non-EU nationals for using Britain’s free at the point of delivery health service. Patients from outside of the EU could potentially be charged 150% of the cost of treatment … [Read more…]