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UK-wide inhaler recycling scheme launched in push to reduce NHS emissions
The initiative will see dedicated receptacles installed across healthcare settings and could help offset waste from more than 73 million…
BridgeHead Software awarded on to new National Legacy Information Framework agreement
Award allows NHS Trusts to procure BridgeHead Software’s legacy information and management solution, HealthStore®. Healthcare data management company, BridgeHead Software,…
‘7 in 10’ doctors see no end in sight for strikes
A survey of GMC-registered doctors conducted by finds that majority believe strikes to continue at least until next general election,…
BEAMS banishes alarm fatigue at Sheffield Children’s
Hospital Times recently travelled to Sheffield Children's Hospital to find out about the benefits that BEAMS - the world's first…
Trial shows device tackles major 20-year NHS patient safety issue
New clinical trial suggests that an innovative electronic device could finally tackle incorrect nasogastric tube insertion – a patient safety…
New framework agreement eases squeeze on hospital beds ahead of winter
Agreement of free-to-access framework expected to help hospitals and providers to improve patient pathways from acute care to appropriate care…
Damaging NHS disputes hindering progress on productivity, finds survey
Trusts making progress on NHS targets and taking steps to boost productivity, but concern mounting over staff morale and burnout…
UK on “cusp of revolution” in cancer care, report finds
Advances in mRNA immunotherapies and new agreement between UK government and BioNTech could bolster UK’s status as ‘Life Sciences Superpower’,…
Money-saving deal gives NHS staff access to latest digital tools
All NHS staff in England will have access to the latest digital tools as part of ongoing efforts to increase…
New drug combination twice as effective for some ovarian cancer patients as next best treatment
Findings suggest new hope for patients suffering with disease that has a poor response rate to current treatments. Findings suggest…