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DH report shows mixed progress on health inequalities
There has been progress on tackling health inequalities but the difference between women's life expectancy in poor areas and the rest of the country is still growing, says a Department of Health report.
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Doctors publish report on involving patients
A report on public and patient involvement in the NHS will be launched by the British Medical Association today.
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Launch of oral health plan for Wales
New measures to improve dental health in Wales will be announced by health minister Edwina Hart today.
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NHS failing people with learning difficulties, say experts
The NHS is failing people with learning difficulties, according to an editorial published in the BMJ today.
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Radiation warning for hospitals
The Healthcare Commission has urged hospitals to ensure they are not exposing patients to unnecessary doses of radiation through x-rays, CT scans and other procedures.The regulator's first report on x-ray and radiological incidents, published today, shows one in three involve the wrong patient and reporting is patchy.
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New chief executive for Westminster PCT
Michael Scott, head of the Audit Commission's trust practice, has been appointed chief executive of Westminster primary care trust.
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Inquiry into bullying claims at nursing council
The government has set up an independent inquiry into allegations of bullying and racism at the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
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New coalition sets out vision for a healthy London
The London Health Forum today highlighted the need for effective partnerships between the NHS and other sectors as it published a report on London's health services.
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Next phase of Welsh older people's strategy
The Welsh Assembly today launched the second phase of a strategy aimed at boosting the health and well-being of older people.
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Ex-BBC man offers vision for health service charter
The former head of policy at the BBC has claimed the NHS could learn from the broadcaster as it strives to improve accountability and patient involvement.
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GPs urge PCTs to remain flexible
Primary care trusts will have to negotiate with family doctors over how to implement extended hours locally after the overwhelming majority of GPs voted to accept the government’s proposed deal.
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GPs fail to help with appointments audit
Primary care trusts have been unable to complete an audit of the number of GP appointments provided by practices because GPs have refused to hand over the information, following British Medical Association advice.
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London healthcare overhaul could worsen inequalities
Plans for a major overhaul of healthcare in London could make inequalities worse if they do not target those who currently miss out, says a groundbreaking assessment.
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Britnell moots PCT rebrand
Primary care trusts could change their names over the next year to boost the public’s understanding of their role.
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New public involvement forums raise chorus of doubts
Local involvement networks are due to go live in April but not all will be ready. Critics point to a rushed transition and a glaring lack of detail about how they will work. By Daloni Carlisle
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Web sees fall in calls to NHS Direct
NHS Direct has experienced a significant and consistent drop in calls to its national 0845 number since 2006, HSJ can reveal.
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DH under fire over clinical trials
Shadow health secretary Andrew Lansley has accused the Department of Health of inconsistency after it argued both for and against compelling drug companies to provide more information about clinical trials in a single day.
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PCTs may be subject to people power
Primary care trusts and other healthcare providers could face increased pressure to respond to local people's concerns under a new 'community empowerment' white paper.
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Treasury puts off plan to move PFI schemes on balance sheet
The Treasury has given the NHS a year's stay of execution over changes to accountancy rules with major implications for private finance initiative schemes. The move to international financial reporting standards was due to be implemented across the public sector from this April.
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New patient safety head pleads for display of passion
The newly appointed director of the national Patient Safety Campaign has said it is crucial that the drive is embraced by managers.