Smart TMS Announces rTMS alliance with Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust London-based Smart TMS has announced that it will be working in partnership with Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (NHFT) to explore the provision of rTMS treatment for depression. The alliance will see Smart TMS working with NHFT for provision of Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for both NHS and private patients in London and Northamptonshire.
rTMS, or Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation is an innovative alternative to medication for treating depression. It is a clinically proven, non-invasive treatment which utilises the power of magnetic energy to directly stimulate precisely targeted areas of the brain.
The treatment was approved by NICE in 2015 for treating depression; yet as a new treatment, is not widely available in the UK, with just 3 NHS trusts and a handful of private clinics offering the service.
Tuesday, 24 January 2017
Northampton nurse who skipped appointments and covered-up failings struck-off
Northampton nurse who skipped appointments and covered-up failings struck-off A Northampton nurse has been struck off after it was proved she lied about treating patients. Stephanie Patricia Chesterman was struck off the nursing register and given an 18-month interim suspension order for misconduct and repeated dishonesty.
She lied about visiting patients, did not provide proper treatment and care, and falsely documented her appointments to cover for her failings, a Nursing and Midwifery Council panel heard. Northampton Chronicle and Echo
She lied about visiting patients, did not provide proper treatment and care, and falsely documented her appointments to cover for her failings, a Nursing and Midwifery Council panel heard. Northampton Chronicle and Echo
The conundrum of children’s and young people’s health: time to address it
The conundrum of children’s and young people’s health: time to address it In the past few years, our focus here at The King’s Fund - on integration, new models of care and, increasingly, place-based population health systems - has been concerned with the physical and mental health of adults, often older people. But we are increasingly aware of some of the trends, issues and conundrums when it comes to the health of children and young people.
Why do I say conundrums? Well for a start, some important trends in children’s and young people’s health have been moving in opposite directions.
Why do I say conundrums? Well for a start, some important trends in children’s and young people’s health have been moving in opposite directions.
Banks face mental health challenge
Banks face mental health challenge Banks must offer basic account options, as given to other vulnerable people, to assist those struggling with mental health conditions, a think tank says.
Mental health problems affected everyday activities such as budgeting and paying bills, the Money and Mental Health Policy Institute (MMHPI) said. BBC News
Mental health problems affected everyday activities such as budgeting and paying bills, the Money and Mental Health Policy Institute (MMHPI) said. BBC News
Organ trafficking
Organ trafficking Alert raised after patients from UK, Canada and Australia develop complications following kidney transplants. BBC News
GPs will not be forced into seven-day opening despite PM's comments, officials confirm
GPs will not be forced into seven-day opening despite PM's comments, officials confirm GP practices will not be compelled to open seven days a week or beyond current core hours, despite Downing Street briefings last week, DH and NHS England officials have told GP leaders. GP Online
GP referrals blocked as NHS sees four-fold rise in hospitals on top alert
GP referrals blocked as NHS sees four-fold rise in hospitals on top alert GPs continued to face blocks on routine referrals as the number of NHS hospitals declaring the highest possible level of alert more than quadrupled in the second week of 2017, official data show. GP Online
Dementia patients need more support at diagnosis
Dementia patients need more support at diagnosis A survey of the experiences of patients with dementia and their families reveals that there is a serious shortage of information available regarding services and support following diagnosis.
Patient watchdog group Healthwatch UK spoke to more than 1,000 patients and their families and visited 120 care home to find out more about the experiences of dementia care, from the help provided by GPs, to the support offered through hospitals and social care.
Healthwatch says cases of dementia are on the rise. Around 700,000 people in England have the disease currently, and this figure is expected to increase to over a million by 2025. OnMedica
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Patient watchdog group Healthwatch UK spoke to more than 1,000 patients and their families and visited 120 care home to find out more about the experiences of dementia care, from the help provided by GPs, to the support offered through hospitals and social care.
Healthwatch says cases of dementia are on the rise. Around 700,000 people in England have the disease currently, and this figure is expected to increase to over a million by 2025. OnMedica
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NHS offers paramedics a £10,000 bonus to tackle 999 crisis
NHS offers paramedics a £10,000 bonus to tackle 999 crisis Ambulance trusts across the country are offering paramedics sign-on bonuses of up to £10,000 in a desperate attempt to fill gaping vacancy lists - including 'golden hellos' and relocation expenses. The Daily Mail
Chilling menace of HACKERS holding the NHS to ransom
Chilling menace of HACKERS holding the NHS to ransom Having your operation cancelled because of a bed shortage or an infection on the ward is something patients dread but, these days, have learned to expect.
However, patients in three North Lincolnshire hospitals were recently offered a very different excuse: hackers had brought down the trust's computer system, forcing the cancellation of all appointments for two days.
Even car park barriers were affected, and the hospitals had to resort to pen and paper.
The network had been taken over by a malicious virus which encrypted files: the hackers demanded a ransom to unlock them. The Daily Mail
However, patients in three North Lincolnshire hospitals were recently offered a very different excuse: hackers had brought down the trust's computer system, forcing the cancellation of all appointments for two days.
Even car park barriers were affected, and the hospitals had to resort to pen and paper.
The network had been taken over by a malicious virus which encrypted files: the hackers demanded a ransom to unlock them. The Daily Mail
Hidden generation of mentally ill pensioners suffering in silence, charity boss warns
Hidden generation of mentally ill pensioners suffering in silence, charity boss warns A hidden generation of mentally ill pensioners is suffering in silence because they do not want to be a “burden”, the head of a charity helpline has warned.
Sophie Andrews, chief executive of The Silver Line, said increasing numbers of old people are phoning the charity with problems such as depression, but they refuse to tell their family or their doctor meaning the problems go unrecorded and untreated.
While mental health problems among the young are increasingly making their way onto the political agenda, the elderly are going largely unnoticed, said Ms Andrews. The Daily Telegraph
Sophie Andrews, chief executive of The Silver Line, said increasing numbers of old people are phoning the charity with problems such as depression, but they refuse to tell their family or their doctor meaning the problems go unrecorded and untreated.
While mental health problems among the young are increasingly making their way onto the political agenda, the elderly are going largely unnoticed, said Ms Andrews. The Daily Telegraph
Monday, 23 January 2017
Raunds man urges people with mental health issues to speak out
Raunds man urges people with mental health issues to speak out A man who has hidden his mental health issues for 30 years says nobody should suffer in silence.
David Beeney says he hid his anxiety disorder from the rest of the world because he feared being discriminated against, and often played the fool to mask his real feelings.
David, who is now a qualified mental health counsellor, wants to share his story to inspire others to seek help. Northamptonshire Telegraph
David Beeney says he hid his anxiety disorder from the rest of the world because he feared being discriminated against, and often played the fool to mask his real feelings.
David, who is now a qualified mental health counsellor, wants to share his story to inspire others to seek help. Northamptonshire Telegraph
My cancelled Northampton General Hospital appointments have cost me £6,000, says pub boss
My cancelled Northampton General Hospital appointments have cost me £6,000, says pub boss A publican who has been unable to work after snapping his wrist bone says series of cancelled operations at Northampton General Hospital has left him in agony... and a £6,000 staff bill. Northampton Chronicle and Echo
Inclusive Leadership in the NHS
Inclusive Leadership in the NHS This podcast, the first episode in a series of two, explores the theoretical side of inclusive leadership with leading experts Dan Robertson, Joan Saddler and Michelle Tuckey.
Find out about the benefits of a diverse and inclusive workplace for both staff and patients, how values based leadership is key to developing a more diverse workforce, and the importance of inclusive leadership in creating inclusive workplaces. NHS Employers
Find out about the benefits of a diverse and inclusive workplace for both staff and patients, how values based leadership is key to developing a more diverse workforce, and the importance of inclusive leadership in creating inclusive workplaces. NHS Employers
NHS efficiency map
NHS efficiency map The HFMA and NHS Improvement have worked in partnership to update and revise the NHS efficiency map. The map is a tool that promotes best practice in identifying, delivering and monitoring cost improvement programmes in the NHS. The map contains links to a range of tools and guidance to help NHS bodies improve their efficiency. Healthcare Financial Management Association
NHS at risk unless government takes responsibility for crisis, warns NHS Alliance
NHS at risk unless government takes responsibility for crisis, warns NHS Alliance The NHS 'could be made to fail' if the government blames GPs for the crisis facing the health service rather than taking responsibility for it, the NHS Alliance has warned. GP Online
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Record numbers of NHS frontline staff have had flu jab this winter
Record numbers of NHS frontline staff have had flu jab this winter Record numbers of NHS staff have had their flu jab this winter, official figures from Public Health England (PHE) show.
Some 594,700 (61.8%) frontline NHS staff across England were vaccinated against flu between 1 September and 31 December last year. That figure is expected to increase in January and February.
The highest level achieved by the end of February in previous winters was 541,757 (just under 55%) in 2014-15. OnMedica
Some 594,700 (61.8%) frontline NHS staff across England were vaccinated against flu between 1 September and 31 December last year. That figure is expected to increase in January and February.
The highest level achieved by the end of February in previous winters was 541,757 (just under 55%) in 2014-15. OnMedica
From NHS Director To Mental Health Inpatient In 10 Days
From NHS Director To Mental Health Inpatient In 10 Days Mental illness will affect 1 in 4 of us during our lifetime and I guess now it’s my turn.
I am recovering from the most terrible depression that ripped the heart and soul out of me. Very unexpectedly an NHS Acute Inpatient ward in Hackney has been my home for the past 12 weeks.
As I have worked in mental health services for 29 years, one would think I would be immune to mental illness. I am a registered mental health nurse with 15 years experience as a clinician and latterly 14 years as a manager and then director. But there is no immunity; mental illness can come out of nowhere and affect anyone at any time. Huffington Post UK
I am recovering from the most terrible depression that ripped the heart and soul out of me. Very unexpectedly an NHS Acute Inpatient ward in Hackney has been my home for the past 12 weeks.
As I have worked in mental health services for 29 years, one would think I would be immune to mental illness. I am a registered mental health nurse with 15 years experience as a clinician and latterly 14 years as a manager and then director. But there is no immunity; mental illness can come out of nowhere and affect anyone at any time. Huffington Post UK
Over-cooked potatoes and burnt toast could cause cancer, new research suggests
Over-cooked potatoes and burnt toast could cause cancer, new research suggests Roasting and frying starchy foods could increase the risk of cancer, a Government body has said.
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has issued a public warning over the risks of acrylamide - a chemical compound that forms in some foods when they are cooked at high temperatures (above 120C).
A new campaign tells people how they can cut their risk, including opting for a gold colour - rather than darker brown - when frying, roasting, baking, grilling or toasting.
Acrylamide is found in high levels in a range of foods including breakfast cereals (not porridge), chips, potato products (such as waffles or children's potato shapes), biscuits, crackers, crispbread and crisps. The Independent
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The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has issued a public warning over the risks of acrylamide - a chemical compound that forms in some foods when they are cooked at high temperatures (above 120C).
A new campaign tells people how they can cut their risk, including opting for a gold colour - rather than darker brown - when frying, roasting, baking, grilling or toasting.
Acrylamide is found in high levels in a range of foods including breakfast cereals (not porridge), chips, potato products (such as waffles or children's potato shapes), biscuits, crackers, crispbread and crisps. The Independent
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- Families urged to 'Go for Gold' to reduce acrylamide consumption Food Standards Agency
- Is burnt toast a health risk? BBC News
- Browned toast and potatoes are 'potential cancer risk', say food scientists BBC News
Young women are now a ‘high-risk group’ for mental illness
Young women are now a ‘high-risk group’ for mental illness Psychological distress in women aged 16-24 is at an all-time high, with record numbers admitting to harming themselves to relieve their distress, according to an alarming study.
Experts say young women are now a “high-risk group” and point to links between mental illness and violence or sexual abuse, and possible pressures from the rise of social media. This has prompted calls from researchers for more funding to protect the nation’s mental health.
The Adult Psychiatric Morbidity survey of mental health and wellbeing, carried out every seven years across England, reveals soaring rates of mental illness among young women, who are suffering from a range of common mental health problems, including depression and anxiety. Despite going to their GP for help, only 20% received treatment in the last 12 months, according to the study. The Guardian
Experts say young women are now a “high-risk group” and point to links between mental illness and violence or sexual abuse, and possible pressures from the rise of social media. This has prompted calls from researchers for more funding to protect the nation’s mental health.
The Adult Psychiatric Morbidity survey of mental health and wellbeing, carried out every seven years across England, reveals soaring rates of mental illness among young women, who are suffering from a range of common mental health problems, including depression and anxiety. Despite going to their GP for help, only 20% received treatment in the last 12 months, according to the study. The Guardian
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