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All inpatients with learning disability or autism to be given case reviews
Every inpatient with a learning disability or autism in a mental health hospital will have their case reviewed over the next 12 months.
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£26 million to help hospitals introduce digital prescriptions
25 trusts will receive a share of the funding to replace outdated paper systems, improving patient safety and reducing errors.
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Approval for new trial to prevent Group B Strep in newborn babies
Ethical approval has been given for a £2.8 million trial to prevent Group B Strep being passed on to newborn babies.
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100,000 more people to be given personal health budgets
A change in law means people who use wheelchairs or need mental health support will have greater choice and control in managing their own health and care.
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