Former health and social care secretary Matt Hancock has been questioned on his claims the NHS was not “overwhelmed” during the pandemic, and on his response to the initial outbreak of Covid-19 in 2020. Hancock: NHS ‘withstood’ pressure during Covid appeared first on Nursing Times.

Innovative IT software designed to tackle waiting lists and reduce discharge delays has been rolled out across more than two thirds of the NHS. The NHS Federated Data Platform securely brings together data currently held in separate systems, making it easier for staff to access key information so they can provide quicker and more joined-up […]

The dilution of critical care nursing rations in Wales was necessary to cope with the pandemic but likely resulted in poorer care for patients, former health minister Vaughan Gething has said. Diluting nurse ratios during Covid was necessary, says ex-minister appeared first on Nursing Times.

Inappropriate out-of-area mental health placements are increasing despite the risk of serious harm to patients, according to the latest report from the Health Services Safety Investigations Body. Harmful out-of-area mental health placements on the rise appeared first on Nursing Times.

A former bingo caller and player had a happy day out from her Dorset dementia care home to enjoy her favourite game once again. Gwen... Time For Fun – 41’: Eyes Down For Bingo Fan Gwen On Care Home Trip appeared first on The Carer.

The UK nursing regulator is “genuinely open” to the idea of changing the number of practice learning hours student nurses and midwives are required to undertake, a Nursing Times conference has heard. Nursing regulator ‘open’ to reducing practice learning hours appeared first on Nursing Times.

Signature at Farnham Common marked a remarkable milestone celebrating the 100th birthday of beloved resident and community icon, Margaret Moore. Known for her warm heart,... Farnham Common Care Home Celebrates Resident’s 100th Birthday appeared first on The Carer.

Kerrie Gray, a kitchen assistant at Bradley Hall care home in Leicester, is celebrating her ‘Decade of Dedication’ to residents in the home after joining... Leicester Care Home Congratulates Staff Member On Decade Of Dedication appeared first on The Carer.

According to new research commissioned by Hartford Care, 76% of people nationwide are concerned they won’t have enough money to pay for a place in... 76% Of People Nationwide Concerned They Won’t Have Enough Money To Pay For Care appeared first on The Carer.

Changes to Employer National Insurance Contributions announced last month look set to cost the adult social care sector over £900m next year, more than wiping... Social Care Providers At Risk Of Collapse As Analysis Reveals Cost To Sector Of Employer National Insurance Hike appeared first on The Carer.

Suzie Hutchinson reflects on the evolving challenges facing patients born with a rare congenital coronary defect that means they have single ventricle hearts. ‘We need to improve outcomes for patients with single ventricle hearts’ appeared first on Nursing Times.

The government has not requested a review of nursing associates, in the wake of a new probe into the role of physician associates in the NHS, it has been confirmed. NMC to keep ‘close eye’ on physician associate review appeared first on Nursing Times.