Designers try to reduce violence in A&E
Designers are working with the Department of Health to try to help reduce violence and aggression towards A&E staff. Designers and psychologists have helped identify the reasons patients might...
View ArticleDesigns help combat hospital bugs
Four new bedside furniture designs to reduce healthcare associated infections are available today for the NHS to purchase after testing showed positive patient and staff feedback. The new designs for a...
View ArticleNew institute to help narrow the health gap
A new University College London (UCL) Institute that aims to reduce health inequalities through action on social determinants was launched today. The UCL Institute of Health Equity, which will be led...
View ArticleCaring for our future workshop
In two videos, Andrew Lansley – Secretary of State for Health and Philippa Russell - Chair of SCOC, Standing Commission on Carers share their views on how the second of four … Read more → - Caring for...
View ArticlePaul Burstow – next steps for social care reform
In a video message, Paul Burstow, Minister of State for Care Services, talks about the Caring for our future engagement process. He explains the discussions that took place from 15 September … Read...
View ArticleNHS pensions ‘heads of agreement’ reached
As announced in Parliament today, we are outlining the Heads of Agreement on the proposed scheme design for the NHS Pension Scheme to be introduced in 2015. The next steps are that the unions have...
View ArticleSnow wardens and winter workers to help people keep safe this winter
Tens of thousands of people across the country will get help during the cold weather following 163 successful proposals from councils for a share of £20 million of Government funding to help people in...
View ArticleAdult Autism Strategy: next steps in the national self assessment framework...
The first ever strategy for adults with autism in England, Fulfilling and Rewarding Lives, was published in March 2010. The strategy sets out a long-term vision and ambition to improve health outcomes...
View ArticleRegister with a GP practice of your choice – pilot announced
The announcement today aims to make it easier for commuters in the pilot areas, who are often away from their local area during the working day, to see their doctor where it suits them. The one year...
View ArticleNew start date and more funding announced for local HealthWatch bodies
Further details on the establishment of local HealthWatch bodies, including a new start date and extra funding, have been set out by Health Minister Andrew Lansley. Following feedback from local...
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