Measles Outbreak can Prove Fatal for Britain
Dr. David Elliman, an immunization expert at the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, has affirmed that measles outbreak can prove fatal for the nation.
Public, Staff Seem “Not Interested” in PM’s Scoring NHS Services Scheme
According to government-commissioned evaluation, the reviews given by the "friends and family" of David Cameron on the satisfaction survey of hospitals was considered as "not required" by the public. It was suggested that the reviews should be terminated in their current state as it can result in misleadingly negative views about NHS.
NHS Warwickshire North CCG launches new website
NHS Warwickshire North Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) has launched a new website to encourage people to get involved and know what local health services are available to them.
The CCG holds the responsibility for planning, developing and commissioning hospital, community health & mental health services
Investigation into Death of a Patient at Stafford Hospital by HSE
Sources suggested about the launch of investigation into the death of a 66-year-old woman at the Stafford hospital.
The inquiry was launched in the matter of the diabetic woman in 2007. Mrs. Astbury was an in-patient at the hospital, named. The patient died of diabetic ketoacidosis. She died because of the failure of the hospital staff to provide her with insulin.
IVF Father and Nobel Prize Winner Sir Robert G Edwards Dies at 87
Sir Robert G. Edwards, who helped thousand of infertile parents have babies through "In Vitro Fertilization" technique, died at 87 at his home on 10th April near Cambridge, England.
He was awarded with Nobel Prize in 2010 for developing IVF technique. His death was announced by The University of Cambridge, where he worked for several years.
Glitch in 111 Telephone Lines Automatically Closes Calls in NHS England
A dossier revealed that a glitch in 111 line service in NHS England led to a long delay for patients in 30 to 37 areas using the service. Daily Telegraph disclosed that the error in telephone systems automatically closed the calls that were meant to be passed to doctors and nurses.
SCCA's Death with Dignity Program Was Hardly Used, Says Research
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Published in The New England Journal of Medicine, a recent study has revealed that Seattle Cancer Care Alliance's (SCCA's) Death with Dignity program was used very rarely, and when it was used, it was accepted by the patients and doctors widely.
74% Rise in Number of Scots Donating Organs in Five Years
According to recent figures, number of people from Scotland donating organs has risen by some 74% in last five years. Number of Scots donating organs has risen up from 54 in 2007-08 to 94 in 2012-13, avowed the figures by the Scottish Government. It also emerged that there was drop in number of people dying of waiting for organ donation from 55 to 34.
Concerns over Faulty OneTouch Verio Meters, Recalled
After it was found that OneTouch Verio Pro meters used by the people are faulty and may give false reading, the manufacturer has recalled the products.
Royal College of Pediatrics Suggest Risk to Children Unless Closure of NHS Child Unit
As per the Royal College of Pediatrics, around a quarter of NHS children's units should pause their services for concentrating on their expertise in the remainder.
Criminal Investigation Starts over Death of Diabetic Woman at Mid Staffs Hospital
According to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), a criminal investigation into the case of the death of a diabetic woman at Stafford Hospital is being made.
Pioneer of IVF Research Sir Robert Edwards Dies at 87
Prof Sir Robert Edwards, pioneer of IVF research, died in his sleep after witnessing prolonged illness. Edwards, 87, was not remaining well for a long time and finally bid adieu to the world on April 10.
End of Life-Saving Laws Can Risk Construction Workers Lives: Ucatt
Government's health and safety regulations are not considered to be justifiable for construction leaders. The government wants a decline in red tape that has been present around life-saving laws in the construction business.
East Kent Hospitals Trust Announces Major Incident Procedures
As per recent reports, it has been revealed that the East Kent Hospitals Trust has announced major incident procedures to look after critically sick patients.
St. Luke's Hospice Receives £850,000 Grant for Improvement
As a part of funding package worth £60m, St. Luke's Hospice has been given away funds of £850,000 to carry out improvements.
The share given to the hospice is one of the largest in the country. The funds are meant to make the services in the South Yorkshire hospices up to date, avowed Deputy Prime Minister and Sheffield Hallam MP Nick Clegg.
Low Self-Esteem Related to Investment in Relationship
Researchers from the University of Huddersfield have conducted a survey that says that there is a link between the amount of money spent in a relationship and looks.
Asda Recalls Corned Beef On Grounds of Presence of Bute
After it was found that tins of Smart Price corned beef were containing bute, though in very small amounts, Asda has recalled the affected range of products.
Young Generation of Britain Facing Bleaker Future under Coalition: Unicef
According to Unicef, children and young people in the country are facing a depressing future under the coalition government as compared to the Labour government.
The charity ranks Unicef on 16th position out of the total 29 countries on the basis of the quantity of the direct challenge to the government's austerity agenda and widespread tightening of access to benefits.




























