RCP Calls For National Strategy For End-Of-Life And Palliative Care
The Royal College of Physicians (RCP) has launched a new policy position on end-of-life and palliative care, calling on government and health system leaders to…
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New Welsh Language Course To Strengthen Patient Care
Health Secretary Jeremy Miles has launched a new course for health and social care staff to help meet the needs of Welsh-speaking patients and develop…
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Patients To Receive Medicines 3 To 6 Months Faster Under 10-Year Health Plan
Under a joint information sharing agreement, pharmaceutical companies will be invited to register early with both agencies to allow parallel decision making over licencing and…
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Lords Committee Launches Inquiry Into Medicine Supply Issues In England
Medicine shortages across England are increasing, which in turn impacts the health of patients, and puts significant pressure on the NHS, Pharmacies and GPs. In…
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Avery Healthcare Expands Its Portfolio With Artisan Care Group Acquisition
Avery Healthcare has strengthened its position in the UK care home sector with the acquisition of Artisan Care Group, adding 774 beds to its portfolio….
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Care England Launches Critical New Report on Dementia Diagnosis and Care in England
Care England has today published its “The Current State of Dementia Diagnosis & Care in England” report, a comprehensive review of how dementia is diagnosed…
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Industry Leaders React to Skills For Care Adult Social Care Sector and Workforce Report
The latest Skills for Care report entitled ‘Size and structure of the adult social care sector and workforce in England’, revealing the return of social…
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NHS Patients Urged To Continue Coming Forward For Care During Upcoming Resident Doctors’ Strikes
The NHS is facing another significant round of industrial action by resident doctors this week, with thousands expected to walk out from 7am on Friday…
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EMA Recommends Marketing Authorization For Donanemab (Kisunla)
The European Medicines Agency’s (EMA) Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) has issued a positive opinion recommending donanemab (Kisunla) for the treatment of…
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Vacancy Rates in Social Care Return to Pre-Covid Levels Report Reveals
Social care vacancy rates have returned to pre-Covid levels, according to the latest data from Skills for Care – the workforce development body for adult…
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New Research Links Air Pollution And Dementia
Two new studies have added to the growing evidence that exposure to air pollution can harm our brain health and increase the risk of developing…
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Care Homes Remain Priority as Wales Narrows COVID-19 Vaccination Programme for Autumn 2025
Care home operators across Wales can expect continued priority access to COVID-19 vaccinations this autumn, as the Welsh Government announces significant changes to its vaccination…
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Link Between Paying Taxes And Quality Of Council Services In England ‘Broken’, Say MPs
Councils in England are being asked to deliver more than ever before, without adequate funding to allow them to do so effectively, says the cross-party Housing, Communities and Local Government…
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Providers Unite Launches Campaign Documentary Ahead Of Labour Party Conference Action
Providers Unite has stepped up its campaign exposing the UK care crisis with a new film that reveals emotional truths from care and support workers,…
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£75 Million Boost For Hospices To Transform End-Of-Life Care
Hospices across the England are set to receive a 375 million boost to modernise facilities and deliver major upgrades. The government has announced an increase…
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