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news in brief A Newcastle hospital
A Newcastle hospital has begun a pilot scheme to electronically tag 'confused and vulnerable' patients, triggered by the death of a patient who was not found until 10 hours after his disappearance. The three-month trial on one ward of the Royal Victoria Infirmary will attach the 'discreet devices' to patients ...
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news in brief The King's Fund
The King's Fund is working with local groups in Greater Manchester, Sheffield and London to improve rehabilitation services for elderly people. The programme includes work with Trafford South primary care group, which is using workshops to help reshape existing services.
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news in brief Liberal Democrat health spokesman Simon Hughes
Liberal Democrat health spokesman Simon Hughes has launched care standards for people with multiple sclerosis living in residential and nursing homes, drawn up by Leonard Cheshire and the Multiple Sclerosis Society. They call for residents to have a role in running homes and give advice on staff recruitment and training, ...