External contributors – Page 62
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CommentThe Bedpan: This crisis will only become real to most once someone they know dies
This week: Ben Page, chief executive of pollsters Ipsos Mori
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CommentOrganisations can better support NHS staff suffering from stress
To improve NHS staff wellbeing, there is a need to move away from calling for greater individual resilience and towards improved change and support at an organisational level, says Ian Tegerdine.
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CommentRevealed: huge regional variation in NHS’ ability to meet coronavirus demand
New research from Edge Health shows that London is better prepared than other regions to cope with covid-19, but all regions will face substantial pressures in coming weeks, writes George Batchelor
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CommentMaking the case for place
Paul Burstow delineates why a place-based approach should be adopted to meet the health challenges facing the NHS and measures to make it a success
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Comment‘What have Nobel Prize winners ever done for us?’
The idea of collective management of finite resources and adopting a culture of stewardship can lead to sustainable governance. Explain Dr Tim Wilson, Nick Relph and Dr Joe McManners.
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CommentHow Covid19 may impact NHS elective waiting times
An elective shutdown during the covid-19 outbreak is likely to affect the very longest waiting patients most
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CommentMundane and risky outpatient systems need a digital overhaul
Many mundane processes within outpatients’ administration are in need of a digital takeover to promote efficiency and reduce the risk of errors, writes Pete Towers
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CommentWaits drift upwards as lack of focus continues
Waiting times are creeping up as waiting list management processes wither
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CommentNHS digital plans reflect a 19th century approach to healthcare
We desperately need a digital patient strategy that treats health as an active task, argues Laura Fulcher
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CommentThe NHS must ‘cede power’ to deliver community health targets
At a local level sustained collaboration with social care, voluntary and charitable organisations is required, writes Martin Vernon
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CommentWhat does the NHS staff survey really tell us?
The quality and safety of patient care the system delivers depends on the wellbeing, morale and sustainability of frontline staff members. By Gordon Forbes
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CommentHow far will integrated health and care systems go in preventing disease?
Both STPs and ICSs are the latest attempt in a long list of national policies aimed at providing more integrated care but will they help prevent poor health asks Adam Briggs.
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CommentMental health's capital needs have been completely overlooked by government
Patients with mental health problems deserve a therapeutic environment that aids their recovery and not inadequate infrastructure that exacerbates their condition. Writes Paul Farmer.
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CommentMore support and realistic expectations are key to delivering virtual clinics
Non-face-to-face service models are safe and effective and not just a cost-cutting replacement for traditional models, writes Dr Steve Shaw and Sebastien Baugh
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CommentChristian domination of NHS pastoral care must end
NHS managers should ensure that public services, including pastoral, spiritual, and religious services, are inclusive for all, regardless of a person’s religion or belief, says Andrew Copson
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CommentTake the menopause seriously or face a crisis of clinical experience
Inflexible shift systems, relentless demands and limited training opportunities are causing many middle-aged fermale NHS staff to reconsider their careers by Jacqui McBurnie.
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CommentSpecialised services: transforming delivery for patients
Adam Wright on the future of specialised services and their contribution to the long-term plan
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CommentWhy volunteers are crucial to the success of the long-term plan
A sustainably resourced volunteer service is the first step in achieving the long-term plan – something, the trusts and health boards across the country must take on to help the NHS. By Sam Ward.