New Prime Minister Andy Burnham has warned that the NHS could ultimately “collapse” unless adult social care in England is fundamentally reformed, while declining to…
Read more...As the government shapes the future of adult social care through the Casey Commission and plans for a National Care Service, new research has highlighted stark inequalities in the way people access and navigate the care system.
Read more...New polling published by Alzheimer’s Society reveals strong public backing for urgent government action on dementia, with concern over whether the country is prepared for…
Read more...The loss of a relative or beloved friend can be one of the hardest moments in anyone’s life, yet every year too many people are left to navigate grief without any support. Good end of life care is not only vital for those in their final months or days – it must also include helping those left behind.
Read more...Local authority leaders have an historic opportunity to rebuild public trust in local services through local government reforms, says the Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman.
Read more...Ambient Voice Technologies (AVT) could radically transform the NHS and build Britain’s sovereign AI capabilities, according to analysis by The King’s Fund.
Read more...Age UK is calling on the Government and NHS leaders to take urgent action to tackle delayed hospital discharges among older people, describing the issue as a “crisis hiding in plain sight”.
Read more...The AI Centre for Value Based Healthcare (AIC), led by King’s College London and Guy’s & St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, will partner with the University of Cambridge and other NHS Trusts, to drive innovation in healthcare AI using the University of Cambridge’s newly-launched Zenith AI Supercomputer.
Read more...The first haemodialysis service to be offered in a care home setting has been established in London, thanks to a provider partnership with the NHS.
Read more...Yvette Cooper has replaced James Murray as Secretary of State for Health and Social Care. The new health secretary was previously foreign secretary and…
Read more...Construction of a major new care home in Holgate, York, is entering its final stages, with St Mary’s Care Homes confirming that Acomb Manor Care…
Read more...A Wembley home received a very generous donation of over 50 roses on behalf of British pop star Harry Styles. Harry has just completed a…
Read more...Residents, families and colleagues at Rose Court Care Home in Radcliffe, Manchester came together for a vibrant African Day celebration, as part of the Year…
Read more...The World Health Organization (WHO) has released updated guidelines on reducing the risk of cognitive decline and dementia, providing countries with evidence-based recommendations to help prevent…
Read more...The National Care Association (NCA) has renewed its call for urgent, funded reform of adult social care, warning that repeated commitments from politicians – including new Prime Minister Andy Burnham – will count for little unless backed by genuine investment.
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