Man kills himself after row at work over non-PC joke - Daily Mail

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Man kills himself after row at work over non-PC joke Daily Mail Mr Amor, a classic car enthusiast, was married to his wife Ann, a former nurse, for 39 years. The couple have a grown-up son and daughter. ...

End-of-life care discussions encouraged

Staff members should discuss the prospect of death with patients and what specific end-of-life care they would like, new guidelines have suggested.

Unions call for spending cuts rethink

The Trades Union Congress called on the government to reconsider its plan of swingeing spending cuts to public services, and focus on other ways to reduce the deficit, such as a Robin Hood tax on financial transactions.

Health chief justifies £122-per-hour nurse - Worcester News

Health chief justifies £122-per-hour nurse Worcester News Meanwhile, the figures uncovered by the Conservative Party under the Freedom of Information Act, also show Worcestershire Mental Health Partnership NHS ... and more »

York gains approval for move to degree-only nursing course

The University of York has become the latest institution to have its nursing degree course approved under new standards for the move to a graduate-only entry profession.

Bypass NHS helpline and get 24 access to GP - Buckinghamshire Advertiser

Bypass NHS helpline and get 24 access to GP Buckinghamshire Advertiser ... have to ring the NHS out of hours helpline. They talk to a telephonist, and then they may get passed onto a nurse or the nurse may ring them back. ... and more »

Nurse appointed chief of Plymouth's new community provider

A former nursing director has been appointed chief executive designate of Plymouth Community Healthcare, the proposed social enterprise which will take on community and mental health services from NHS Plymouth

Nurses' shared decision-making 'supports their own views'

Nurses are in favour of shared decision-making with patients on treatment, but tend to use it to support their own decisions, rather than how way it was intended by policy makers,say researchers.

Nurses' shared decision-making 'supports their own views'

Nurses are in favour of shared decision-making with patients on treatment, but tend to use it to support their own decisions, rather than how way it was intended by policy makers,say researchers.

Uncertain future for cancer networks

Cancer networks look set to lose their government funding and be encouraged to become social enterprises under the new cancer strategy.

Maternal affection improves emotional resilience

Maternal affection shown to babies can increase the child’s ability to cope with problems faced in later life, research has shown.

Packed hospitals depress nurses

Nurses working in wards packed to capacity are more likely to experience depression than colleagues in quieter hospitals, research has suggested.

Why are nurses failing to undertake digital rectal examinations?

Patients with bowel dysfunction should be rectally assessed, but many nurses are either wary of undertaking this procedure or unaware of its importance, says Gaye Kyle

Biomaterial implant jab provides back pain hope

Scientists at the University of Manchester believe they might have finally developed a treatment for chronic back pain.

Uncertain future eroding morale among community nurses

Uncertainty over the future of a major restructuring programme of England’s community services risks eroding already low morale among nurses working in the sector, nursing leaders have warned.

Online resource to identify treatment uncertainties

Clinicians and patients are now able to collaborate in researching treatment uncertainties using a new online resource.

Nurse to go to tribunal in row over cross - Independent

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Nurse to go to tribunal in row over cross Independent Shirley Chaplin, 54, claims the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Trust Hospital was trying to prevent her from expressing religious beliefs. ... The religious rights of Christians are treated with disrespectTelegraph.co.uk Christians discriminated against, bishops warnBBC News Bishop of Lichfield defends place of Christianity in public lifeDiocese of Lichfield (press release) all 9 news articles »

Mentors passing students despite doubts over ability

Student nurses often pass clinical placements despite serious concerns from their nurse mentors, a Nursing Times investigation has found.

Junior staff more likely to take sick leave

NHS staff on lower pay and junior workers are more likely to go off sick than senior colleagues, according to a new report.

Blood test could reduce antibiotic use

A blood test which shows when patients are responding to antibiotics will alert clinicians at the earliest possible stage when a course of the drugs should be halted.

Eye nurses take to the skies

Three ophthalmology nurses flew to Jaipur in India last week in an aeroplane with a difference.

TV tapped to attract Bangladeshi staff

Two trusts have sent staff onto a Bangladeshi TV station to attract more Bangladeshis to their nursing workforce.

Multiple sclerosis relapse guidance released

An online guide on how to deliver a patient centred relapse service for people with multiple sclerosis has been published by the MS Trust.

Gene testing could tell how long patients will live

A genetic test to determine if someone is likely to live to 100 could be just around the corner, according to scientists.

Staff interruptions hamper doctors' work

Regular interruptions to the working days of doctors can mean they give less attention to their many tasks, causing them to do a poorer job, researchers have concluded.

Trusts failing to provide nurses with tools to treat dementia

Less than 20 per cent of hospital trusts have a system in place to ensure all ward staff know which patients have dementia, a major clinical audit has found.

Community nursing service gets high ratings from users

New research shows nine in 10 users of NHS Cumbria’s community nursing service rate the overall care they receive as excellent or good.

A third of nurse whistleblowers are ignored, shows survey

Nearly two-thirds of nurses have raised concerns about patient safety with their employers but more than one in three whistleblowers said no action was taken, a survey has shown.

Nurses win awards for hard work

Warwick Hospital has announced the winners of the second annual Woods Awards, which recognise the hard work and dedication of nurses.

Frontline staffing cuts drive up nurse sickness rates - Nursing Times

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Frontline staffing cuts drive up nurse sickness rates Nursing Times A study, published last week in this month's issue of the journal Health Care Risk, shows the potential consequences of slashing the NHS workforce by 10 per ... DoH urged to encourage older community nurses to retireHealthcare Republic all 14 news articles »

NICE to consult on childhood constipation guidelines

NICE have issued draft guidelines on chldhood constipation.

Sturgeon admits locum situation is now a problem - Herald Scotland

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Sturgeon admits locum situation is now a problem Herald Scotland ... on ways to reduce demand for temporary medical staff – drawing on the benefits of nurse banks, where existing NHS staff undertake temporary work. ... and more »

Drug reduces alcoholism relapses

The drug acamprosate can reduce the relapse rate among patients being treated for alcoholism, according to a Cochrane Systematic Review.

Insomnia treatment approved for longer use

The indication for the prolonged release melatonin product Circadin has been extended to up to 13 weeks in patients with primary insomnia.

Royal society calls for alcohol liaison officer in all A&E departments

All NHS hospitals should appoint an alcohol liaison officer to assist patients in A&E come to terms with their drink problems, a senior emergency consultant has said.

Nurse views may influence doctors' fitness to practise

Nurses’ feedback will play an important part in deciding whether doctors are fit to continue practising, under plans being developed for revalidation.

Hospital staff honoured after year of tragedies - Whitehaven News

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Hospital staff honoured after year of tragedies Whitehaven News ... from the North Cumbria University Hospitals NHS Trust who they felt had gone that extra mile. Honours included doctor, nurse and team of the year. ... Glitzy night to reward excellence in the NHSNews & Star Cumbrian NHS boss offers to meet women wrongly given cancer all-clearNews & Star They have taken part of my body without proper explanation or apologyNews & Star all 15 news articles »

Ros Moore announced as new chief nursing officer

Scotland has a new Chief Nursing Officer who is expected to take up her role at the beginning of 2010 - and she ‘can’t wait to get started’.

Fears over lack of asthma awareness

A charity has called for the NHS to adopt a “zero tolerance” approach to asthma deaths as a survey highlights a lack of awareness over the condition.

Queen meets nurses at new cancer centre

Nurses met the queen when she opened a new state-of-the-art cancer treatment centre earlier this week.

Preceptorships remain at whim of trusts

Mentoring periods for newly qualified nurses are to remain non-mandatory.

New director of nursing at Warwick Hospital - Leamington Observer

New director of nursing at Warwick Hospital Leamington Observer Helen started in the NHS as a student nurse and later trained as a midwife in Leicester before going on to hold a number of board level positions across the West Midlands. She said: “I am delighted to take up this position and I look forward to ...

Growing numbers accessing NHS specialist mental health services

An NHS Information Centre report shows that between 2003 and 2008 the number of people accessing services for severe and enduring mental health problems increased by 3.4% (39,300) during 2007-2008.

Nursing director calls for bolstering of care planning skills

The nursing director of one of the largest trusts in England has called into question education standards around basic nursing care.

Government sets up expert council to nurture NHS leadership talents

The Department of Health has launched a new Leadership Council and published 'talent and leadership guidance' in a bid to 'nurture the next generation of NHS leaders'.

Tool lets nurses measure carers' quality of life

 A new tool that lets nurses and other professionals measure the quality of life of adult, unpaid carers has been launched today.

NHS Direct has busiest Xmas ever - EHI Primary Care

NHS Direct has busiest Xmas ever EHI Primary Care People who need further advice can click to get a call-back from an NHS Direct nurse adviser. NHS Direct said that during the Christmas and New Year period, ... and more »

Guidance on dialysis patients' blood pressure

Identifying optimal blood pressure ranges for dialysis patients with kidney disease should take age and diabetes status into consideration, according to a US study of 16,283 patients.

Trust facing sentence after nurse error

A trust is due be sentenced for breaching health and safety rules after a new mother died after a nurse wrongly administered IV anaesthetic instead of saline.

New migrane drug could offer hope to sufferers

A new migraine drug could offer pain relief for patients with existing heart conditions and those who do not respond to current treatments.

Flying out to Afghanistan - Evening Telegraph

Flying out to Afghanistan Evening Telegraph ... theatre, intensive care and general ward nurses; radiographer and medics. In their civilian jobs many are employed in large NHS hospitals such as St ... and more »

Confirmed UK swine flu cases reach 4,000

The number of confirmed swine flu cases in the UK has increased to more than 4,000 following the announcement of 538 new cases in England on Friday.

Nurse faces £14000 bill after teeth knocked out - The Star

Nurse faces £14000 bill after teeth knocked out The Star Astra, aged 20, who was hit during a random pub attack, has been told the NHS will not pay. She was on a night out with friends when trouble started in The ...

Morning sickness linked to genes

Women whose mothers experienced severe morning sickness are three times more likely to develop the condition in their own pregnancy, research suggests.

Black women twice as likely to experience severe complications during pregnancy

Black women in the UK are twice as likely as white women to experience severe complications during pregnancy, say UK researchers.

Exclusive: Nurse who caught MRSA in 'dirtiest' hospital ward sues NHS - Glasgow Sunday Mail

Exclusive: Nurse who caught MRSA in 'dirtiest' hospital ward sues NHS Glasgow Sunday Mail A NURSE is making legal history by suing the NHS after contracting MRSA in the hospital where he worked. Mark Thompson, 45, from Glasgow, is launching a s50 ... and more »

Mental health resilient in cancer survivors

Lung cancer survivors remain mentally fit despite the ordeal they have been through and generally lower physical health after treatment, according to a study.

Nurses have had a key role in ensuring the success of the 1000 Lives project - WalesOnline

Nurses have had a key role in ensuring the success of the 1000 Lives project WalesOnline We know from talking to our members that improving communication between NHS staff makes a big difference to way they deliver their work. ...

Converted toilets pose legionella infection hazard, HPA warns

Hospital toilets that have been converted into store cupboards pose a legionella risk, the Health Protection Agency has warned.

Trusts neglect nurse health and wellbeing despite constitution pledge

NHS organisations are ignoring their own nurses’ health and wellbeing by failing to provide proper breaks and neglecting the needs of those who work anti social hours, a survey by Nursing Times has revealed.

Bowel cancer patients could benefit from new targeted treatment

Scientists at the Institute of Cancer Research have found a new drug target for advanced bowel cancer.

Swine flu vaccine gains union backing

Nurses and other health workers have been encouraged to get vaccinated against swine flu by the union UNISON.

Queen's Nurses to double in number

The number of community nurses holding the title of Queen’s Nurse will double over the next six months, from 70 to 140.

Male continence problems focus of new NICE guidance

NICE has set out very specific guidelines for dealing with male continence problems.

Baby starved to death in mother's flat despite care worker visits - Daily Mail

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Baby starved to death in mother's flat despite care worker visits Daily Mail A secret report by one of the trusts - the Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust - obtained by the Mail said: 'Post mortem results on the ... and more »

CNO steps in to clarify students' prescribing powers

Chief Nursing Office Dame Christine Beasley has attempted to clarify the position of student midwives administering prescription-only drugs.

Barriers to non-medical prescribing identified

A range of factors may act as barriers to practitioners becoming non-medical prescribers, a systematic review finds.

'Breast is best' message failing

The “breast is best” message is failing to convince new mothers of the importance of breastfeeding, campaigners have claimed.

Vinci appointed on Wirral hospital work - Place North West (subscription)

Vinci appointed on Wirral hospital work Place North West (subscription) Construction firm Vinci has won a £6.1m contract from Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust to build a new 15000 sq ft facility. ... and more �