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  • Statistical press notice: Ambulance Quality Indicators – monthly update

    The following Ambulance Quality Indicators statistics were released today by the Department of Health:

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • New ambulance performance figures published for the first time

    New figures showing how well ambulance trusts treated patients and what the results were have been published for the first time today.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Commissioning young people’s substance misuse services in secure estate

    Next steps and guiding principles for local delivery and implementation of the commissioning of young people's substance misuse services in secure estate.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • VTE risk assessment statistics April to June 2011

    The fourth quarterly statistics on venous thromboembolism (VTE) risk assessment in England have been released.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Breast cancer screening

    The Royal Society of Medicine warn that women are being ‘kept in the dark’ about the risks associated with NHS breast cancer screening.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Lords Select Committee report on HIV

    Lords Select Committee report says that there needs to be a new priority placed on HIV prevention.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Further amendments in response to NHS Future Forum

    New amendments to the Health and Social Care Bill.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Medical Directors’ bulletin, Issue 115, July/August 2011

    In the latest Medical Director’s bulletin Bruce Keogh, NHS Medical Director talks about open public services, and the bulletin continues with…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Performance-related pay awards for Very Senior Managers

    Further details regarding 2010/11 performance-related pay awards for staff covered by the Pay Framework.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Commissioning young people’s substance misuse services in secure estate 2011/12

    Letter from Richard Bradshaw, Director for DH Offender Health, Ray Hill, Director of Secure Accommodation at Youth Justice Board, and Rosanna O'Connor, Director of Delivery, NTA.

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  • 2010/11 Performance-related pay awards for staff covered by the Pay Framework for Very Senior Managers

    This letter explains that no more than 25% of very senior managers (VSMs) should receive a performance payment.

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  • Nutrient analysis of biscuits, buns and processed foods

    The results of two surveys have been published as part of the Department’s rolling programme of nutrient analysis.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Mahmood Adil is looking for examples of good practice of clinical and financial engagement

    As a National Adviser on QIPP, Mahmood Adil is looking to build a collaborative relationship between clinicians and finance managers to improve quality and efficiency.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • NHS staff management and health service quality

    They analysed how, over time, the experience of NHS staff at work links with performance measures that illustrate the quality of care that NHS trusts deliver.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • 38 degrees and Health Bill

    38 degrees has issued legal advice on the Health and Social Care Bill.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Data consultation to cut NHS red tape

    Twelve week consultation launched today witch plans to reduce red tape across the NHS and save millions.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Sunburn survey leaves men red faced

    Nearly all British people are aware of the risks of skin cancer, but many still put themselves at risk by getting sunburnt.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • New figures shine a light on A&E quality

    New figures showing the quality of A&E services have been published for the first time today.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Alcohol statistics released

    The North West Public Health Observatory has published statistics on hospital admissions related to alcohol.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Lancet publishes series of obesity articles

    The Lancet has published a series of articles on obesity which suggest that 40 per cent of adults could be obese by 2030 if current trends continue.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government