Cancer awareness campaign launches in Northamptonshire to reduce deaths
A Northamptonshire health body has launched a campaign to encourage awareness of the first key signs of bladder and kidney cancers, after the diseases resulted in 87 deaths in the county in 2012. Northampton Chronicle & Echo
Tuesday, 28 October 2014
Ambulance bosses drop super-hub plan
Ambulance bosses drop super-hub plan
Plans by East Midlands Ambulance Service to develop a series of super-hub stations and sell off smaller sites, are to be scrapped and a new plan drawn up. BBC News
Plans by East Midlands Ambulance Service to develop a series of super-hub stations and sell off smaller sites, are to be scrapped and a new plan drawn up. BBC News
Implementing the ‘responsible consultant/clinician’ and ‘named nurse’ in your NHS foundation trust
Implementing the ‘responsible consultant/clinician’ and ‘named nurse’ in your NHS foundation trust
One of the recommendations of the Francis Report and the government’s response was that every hospital patient should have the name of the consultant and nurse responsible for their care above their bed: the ‘responsible consultant/clinician’ and ‘named nurse’. This letter to all foundation trust medical and nursing directors outline details of the implementation of the ‘responsible consultant/clinician’ and ‘named nurse’ recommendation. Each NHS trust has been asked to provide the relevant information on the implementation of these recommendations. Monitor
One of the recommendations of the Francis Report and the government’s response was that every hospital patient should have the name of the consultant and nurse responsible for their care above their bed: the ‘responsible consultant/clinician’ and ‘named nurse’. This letter to all foundation trust medical and nursing directors outline details of the implementation of the ‘responsible consultant/clinician’ and ‘named nurse’ recommendation. Each NHS trust has been asked to provide the relevant information on the implementation of these recommendations. Monitor
Final Care Act guidance
Final Care Act guidance
The government response explains how the regulations and guidance, which come into effect from April 2015, have been updated. NHS Networks
The government response explains how the regulations and guidance, which come into effect from April 2015, have been updated. NHS Networks
Mental health spending 'too low'
Mental health spending 'too low'
Local authorities in England spend on average just 1.4% of their public health budgets on mental health, the charity Mind says. BBC News
Local authorities in England spend on average just 1.4% of their public health budgets on mental health, the charity Mind says. BBC News
Its time to tackle mental health inequality among black people
Its time to tackle mental health inequality among black people
Lambeth will lead the way in the treatment of mental health in black communities
What 12 Years a Slave tells us about 21st century black mental health
Black men face inequalities in cancer care
With African and Caribbean people far more likely to be diagnosed with a serious mental illness it is fitting that World Mental Health Day falls in Black History Month this year.
Black men in Britain are 17 times more likely than white counterparts to be diagnosed with a psychotic illness. Guardian
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Lambeth will lead the way in the treatment of mental health in black communities
What 12 Years a Slave tells us about 21st century black mental health
Black men face inequalities in cancer care
With African and Caribbean people far more likely to be diagnosed with a serious mental illness it is fitting that World Mental Health Day falls in Black History Month this year.
Black men in Britain are 17 times more likely than white counterparts to be diagnosed with a psychotic illness. Guardian
Continue reading...
Press release: Over a quarter of a million quit for Stoptober as smoking rates reach an all-time low in England
Press release: Over a quarter of a million quit for Stoptober as smoking rates reach an all-time low in England
The nation’s biggest mass quit attempt saw more people than ever helping each other through to 28 days without smoking.
The latest data from the Office for National Statistics reveals that the number of smokers in England has hit a record low, with smokers now accounting for only 18.4% of the population in 2013, a drop of 1.1% compared to 2012. And according to UCL’s Smoking Toolkit Study, smoking rates are continuing to fall in 2014. Those who successfully took part in Stoptober and didn’t smoke for 28 days are now 5 times more likely to remain smoke free, contributing to the growing numbers of non-smokers nationwide.
The nation’s biggest mass quit attempt saw more people than ever helping each other through to 28 days without smoking.
The latest data from the Office for National Statistics reveals that the number of smokers in England has hit a record low, with smokers now accounting for only 18.4% of the population in 2013, a drop of 1.1% compared to 2012. And according to UCL’s Smoking Toolkit Study, smoking rates are continuing to fall in 2014. Those who successfully took part in Stoptober and didn’t smoke for 28 days are now 5 times more likely to remain smoke free, contributing to the growing numbers of non-smokers nationwide.
Choices and 111 reach usuage milestones
Choices and 111 reach usuage milestones
Two NHS public technology services have hit milestone usage figures, according to figures put out by the Health and Social Care Information Centre and the Department of Health. EHI News
Two NHS public technology services have hit milestone usage figures, according to figures put out by the Health and Social Care Information Centre and the Department of Health. EHI News
Monday, 27 October 2014
Care sector future for ex-hospital
Care sector future for ex-hospital A derelict hospital in Northampton that was once a workhouse is to be turned into apartments for the care sector. BBC Northamptonshire
East Midlands Ambulance Service still not hitting targets
East Midlands Ambulance Service still not hitting targets East Midlands Ambulance Service (EMAS) has consistently failed to meet the minimum Government targets over a number of years, and with the winter months almost upon us, figures presented this week show that they are still failing. Northamptonshire Telegraph
NHS England chief, Simon Stevens, issues stark warning on future of NHS
NHS England chief, Simon Stevens, issues stark warning on future of NHS Ben Gowland CEO Nene CCG and Joe Tibbetts publisher of Health Care Innovation Daily discuss Simon Stevens' five year plan to save the NHS in language easily understood by non experts. The Information Daily
Waiting for mental health care: what does the public think?
Waiting for mental health care: what does the public think? Nick Clegg used his party conference speech earlier this month to highlight ‘the second class status given to mental health in the NHS’. On the same day, the government and NHS England announced new waiting times standards as part of the drive to put mental health care on an equal footing with the rest of the system. This is the first time mental health providers have been subject to explicit expectations around waiting times – something they may find is a mixed blessing.
Cancer: shifting gears
Cancer: shifting gears This report outlines a future vision for cancer care in order to improve the quality of care for cancer patients and to improve the survival rate for patients diagnosed with cancer. It calls for all political parties to commit to naming cancer as a priority for the NHS and makes recommendations for actions which will improve experiences of treatment and care, improve quality of life for cancer survivors and save more lives – ultimately, bringing our cancer outcomes in line with the best in Europe. Cancer Campaigning Group
Ebola outbreak cases pass 10,000
Ebola outbreak cases pass 10,000 The number of cases in the Ebola outbreak has exceeded 10,000, with 4,922 deaths, the World Health Organization says. BBC News
See also:
See also:
- Ebola crisis 'may harm malaria fight' BBC News
- AUDIO: Ebola health worker's audio diary fears BBC News
- Million Ebola vaccine doses for 2015 BBC News
- Dozens monitored for Ebola in Mali BBC News
- Ebola outbreak will 'explode' by mid-December, scientists warn Daily Mail
- UK-trained doctor who died to save Nigeria from Ebola The DailyTelegraph
- Ebola crisis: Cases pass 10,000 as almost 5,000 killed by disease in eight countries The Independent
John Kennedy's care home inquiry
John Kennedy's care home inquiry The final report of a personal inquiry into care homes for older people to discover how to address the crisis in the UK and to find out what makes a good care home.
During John’s inquiry, which built on existing JRF research, he spoke to a range of people involved in the care sector, and used social media to broaden the range of views.
The report seeks to achieve an open and evidence-informed debate around how to improve life in care homes for older people and suggests principles and makes recommendations for regulators, commissioners and providers so that care homes are good places for people to live and work in. Joseph Rowntree Foundation
During John’s inquiry, which built on existing JRF research, he spoke to a range of people involved in the care sector, and used social media to broaden the range of views.
The report seeks to achieve an open and evidence-informed debate around how to improve life in care homes for older people and suggests principles and makes recommendations for regulators, commissioners and providers so that care homes are good places for people to live and work in. Joseph Rowntree Foundation
Sunshine isn't slimming and can't halt diabetes
Sunshine isn't slimming and can't halt diabetes "Sunshine can make you thin," claims the Daily Mirror, while the Daily Express splashed on its front page that, "Sunlight is key to fighting diabetes". Both are strong contenders for the title of the day's most inaccurate health headline.
The news – reported more circumspectly by The Times and BBC News – is based on highly artificial laboratory experiments on mice.
The study found that long-term ultraviolet (UV) light exposure stopped male mice fed a high-fat diet gaining weight. UV also reduced glucose intolerance and insulin resistance and levels of insulin in the blood after fasting, as well as glucose and cholesterol.
In humans, these are signs associated with metabolic syndrome – a combination of diabetes, high blood pressure and obesity that puts you at greater risk of heart disease.
Human skin produces vitamin D when it is exposed to UV light, so the researchers tested whether the same benefits were seen if the mice were given a vitamin D supplement in their food.
But this did not produce the same effects. The researchers instead think nitric oxide, which is also produced when skin is exposed to UV light, may be responsible for the effects of UV.
Mice are nocturnal animals covered in fur, so their skin is not usually exposed to much sunlight. This means this research has no immediate implications for people.
The news – reported more circumspectly by The Times and BBC News – is based on highly artificial laboratory experiments on mice.
The study found that long-term ultraviolet (UV) light exposure stopped male mice fed a high-fat diet gaining weight. UV also reduced glucose intolerance and insulin resistance and levels of insulin in the blood after fasting, as well as glucose and cholesterol.
In humans, these are signs associated with metabolic syndrome – a combination of diabetes, high blood pressure and obesity that puts you at greater risk of heart disease.
Human skin produces vitamin D when it is exposed to UV light, so the researchers tested whether the same benefits were seen if the mice were given a vitamin D supplement in their food.
But this did not produce the same effects. The researchers instead think nitric oxide, which is also produced when skin is exposed to UV light, may be responsible for the effects of UV.
Mice are nocturnal animals covered in fur, so their skin is not usually exposed to much sunlight. This means this research has no immediate implications for people.
Practices could boycott £5m dementia diagnosis scheme
Practices could boycott £5m dementia diagnosis scheme Practices should consider boycotting a scheme that would pay them £55 per patient diagnosed with dementia, the GPC has suggested. GP Online
Simon Stevens interview: The NHS is a social movement and not just a health care service
Simon Stevens interview: The NHS is a social movement and not just a health care service This week NHS Englands new chief executive unveiled a blueprint for tackling the worst budget crunch in its 66-year history. So just who is Simon Stevens? And can he save our health service?
From his offices, with their panoramic views of south London, Simon Stevens can see the scene of his happiest experience with the NHS so far St Thomas hospital, where his wife, Maggie, gave birth to their son in 2003. Because it was Christmas day, a lot of staff were off and there were locums. There was a bit of Christmas spirit, but a lot of planned deliveries not happening, so when my son was born they basically said, If you and your wife want to go to an empty ward, you can spend the night there with your baby. In this darkened ward with no staff we spent a very happy first night. The recollection prompts a smile.
He can also recall his worst moment. He was just seven. I had a hip problem and was in hospital for the best part of a school term. It is a visceral memory. I woke one morning and I couldnt walk. I crawled to my parents bedroom. They took a bit of persuading that I wasnt just messing about, but we went to hospital. I still remember when the staff said to them, OK, you can leave him now. That first night. I was just screaming: that complete sense of abandonment. Continue reading... The Guardian
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From his offices, with their panoramic views of south London, Simon Stevens can see the scene of his happiest experience with the NHS so far St Thomas hospital, where his wife, Maggie, gave birth to their son in 2003. Because it was Christmas day, a lot of staff were off and there were locums. There was a bit of Christmas spirit, but a lot of planned deliveries not happening, so when my son was born they basically said, If you and your wife want to go to an empty ward, you can spend the night there with your baby. In this darkened ward with no staff we spent a very happy first night. The recollection prompts a smile.
He can also recall his worst moment. He was just seven. I had a hip problem and was in hospital for the best part of a school term. It is a visceral memory. I woke one morning and I couldnt walk. I crawled to my parents bedroom. They took a bit of persuading that I wasnt just messing about, but we went to hospital. I still remember when the staff said to them, OK, you can leave him now. That first night. I was just screaming: that complete sense of abandonment. Continue reading... The Guardian
See also:
- Of the people, by the people, for the people Coalition for Collaborative Care
- The health service needs more than a bag of grapes to get better | Andrew Rawnsley The Guardian
Dozens of maternity and A&E units shut
Dozens of maternity and A&E units shut Dozens of NHS maternity and Accident and Emergency units are under threat, new research reveals. The Daily Telegraph
See also:
See also:
- The public deserves better than stealth NHS closures The Daily Telegraph
- The list of 66 A&E and maternity units being hit by cuts The Daily Telegraph
NHS spends £2.5bn on agency staff to meet rising demand
NHS spends £2.5bn on agency staff to meet rising demand NHS hospitals spent £2.5bn on part-time agency staff last year – far more than planned – in a bid to improve patient safety amid sharply rising demand, new figures show. The Independent
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