First patient undergoes Luxturna gene therapy on NHS
Jake Ternet, patient at Moorfields Eye Hospital was the first in the UK to receive the treatment.
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Tag: long-term plan
“Life-changing” diabetes monitors roll-out ahead of schedule
The roll out of the monitors has helped 30,000 people across the country with their type I diabetes
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NHS to roll out ‘whistle-blower’ scheme
The scheme will offer practical support to any doctor, nurse, or other worker across the country who needs additional support to build their career after raising concerns at work.
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Boehringer to launch first reusable soft mist inhaler
Pharmacists are likely to see people with COPD and asthma more regularly than a GP or nurse, so they play a pivotal role in educating patients on their medicines and inhaler technique.
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NHS to roll out high street heart checks
Cardiovascular disease costs the NHS £7 billion a year.
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NHS rolls out staff retention scheme
A new ‘transfer window’ lets staff move within the NHS between areas while developing new skills.
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Reversing sugar tax would be a ‘public health disaster’
The Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh is calling for the sugar tax to be extended to other products such as caffeinated drinks, milkshakes and fruit smoothies.
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Prescribing support tech saving the NHS millions of pounds
GPs and other prescribers were prompted more than 5 million times over a year to encourage patients to take action to self-care rather than relying on medication from their doctor, saving the NHS millions of pounds
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NHS to open young people’s gambling addiction service
The news comes after a recent Gambling Comission report found 55,000 children are classed as having a gambling problem.
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NHS Long Term Plan stunted by lack of workforce investment
A final NHS People Plan will be published following the outcome of the Comprehensive Spending Review.
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Outdated technology systems still ‘limiting’ UK patient care
Over a third (36%) of respondents’ staff have asked for faster digital technology systems.
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New NHS innovations to benefit 750,000
The innovations include a new pre-eclampsia test for pregnant women and an advanced blood test for heart attack diagnosis.
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