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New UK health security body replaces PHE - Pulse Today
Oct 1, 2021 · The new UK-wide public health and disease security organisation, which replaces Public Health England (PHE), has launched today. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) brings together PHE, NHS Test and Trace and the Joint Biosecurity Centre to protect the population from future health threats, as well as continuing to tackle Covid-19. The new ...
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The latest Pulse PCN roundtable on Enhanced access: How it works for PCNs, practices and patients is out now. Read now.
Ten top tips - 24 hour ECGs - Pulse Today
Sep 18, 2017 · Ten top tips – 24 hour ECGs. 18 September 2017. 1. Holter monitoring may be useful in assessing syncope as well as palpitations. Common indications for Holter monitor testing are the investigation of symptoms of palpitation, dizziness or loss of consciousness with a view to diagnosing tachy- or bradyarrhythmia.
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130 staff members lose their jobs as large GP federation goes bust. GPs dealing with rise in ‘anonymous’ rejected referrals to secondary care. NHSE plans phased rollout of tirzepatide for weight loss to avoid ‘profound’ impact on GPs. Streeting confirms funding for GP ARRS jobs will continue past March 2025.
The 2024/25 GP contract in England at a glance - Pulse Today
Feb 28, 2024 · We are summing up the main changes to the GP contract announced by NHS England today. An overall increase in investment of £259m taking overall contract investment to £1,186m – a 2.23% increase. This incorporates a 2% pay increase for GPs and staff, which may change based on the DDRB’s recommendations.
Bawa-Garba: timeline of a case that has rocked medicine
Apr 10, 2019 · At 9.20pm, Jack died. 2 November 2015. Portuguese agency nurse, 47-year-old Isabel Amaro, of Manchester is given a two-year suspended jail sentence for manslaughter on the grounds of gross negligence. 4 November 2015. At Nottingham Crown Court Dr Bawa-Garba is convicted of manslaughter on the grounds of gross negligence.
CPD: Key questions on diverticular disease - Pulse Today
Aug 30, 2024 · Symptoms of diverticular disease may include diarrhoea, bloating and dysuria. A fever usually occurs if inflammation is present. Uncomplicated diverticulitis may cause pain, fatigue and rectal bleeding, but complicated diverticulitis which occurs in around 12% of cases can lead to an acute abdomen or sepsis if an abscess or perforation occurs ...
Pulse oximetry - Pulse Today
A positive desaturation test is a fall of 3% or more in pulse oximetry. Some patients have normal pulse oximetry at rest but their readings deteriorate on exertion. Identifying those with exertional desaturation and escalating their care more promptly could reduce mortality. They are likely to be specific but not sensitive (that is, a positive ...
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CPD: Remote consultations with potential Covid-19 patients. Over £2m in CCG funds still available to practices before April. A guide to running minor injuries services. How can practices fight unfunded transfer of work? Pulse Intelligence: shining a light on your practice funding. Pulse Intelligence – the new service from Pulse.