Goodwill of nurses is being abused, RCN head set to tell conference
The goodwill of nurses is “being abused” while the Government fails to solve the NHS staffing crisis, the head of the Royal College of Nursing (RCN) will say.
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NHS waste deal shows Sturgeon’s climate emergency is a ‘gimmick’, Tory insists
Hospital waste is being sent from Scotland to Wales for disposal, following the collapse of scandal hit firm Healthcare Environmental Services (HES).
UK drinkers get drunk more times a year than anywhere else in world – survey
Drinkers in the UK get drunk more often than anywhere else in the world, findings from a global survey suggests.
Government must stop giving people ‘false hope’ on waiting times, says MSP
An apology must be issued to patients who are not treated within the Scottish Government’s guaranteed waiting time target, according to an MSP.
NHS England to fund treatment for children with muscle-wasting condition
Treatment which can prolong the lives of children with a rare genetic condition will be made available on the NHS.
Ministers urged to spend more on psychological support for people with diabetes
The Scottish Government is being urged to commit more funds to ensure people with diabetes can access psychological and emotional support when they need it.
New cancer drugs approved for NHS use in Scotland
Medicines for breast cancer, skin cancer and schizophrenia have been approved for use by NHS patients in Scotland.
Man, 89, abseils 160ft down side of London hospital for charity
An 89-year-old man has abseiled from the top of St Thomas’ Hospital in central London for charity.
NHS staff asked views on assurances over treatment of whistle-blowers
The views of NHS staff are being sought as part of a consultation on plans to address how whistle-blowers are treated.
Obesity-related hospital admissions soaring
There has been a 15% jump in the number of hospital admissions where obesity is the main or secondary reason, figures show.
‘Outdated’ decision to fail nurse’s marathon record overturned after skirt row
An NHS nurse who was told her marathon world record attempt would only count if she completed the race wearing a skirt has seen the decision overturned after it sparked outrage online.