Are separate treatment centres good for the NHS?

Article Abstract:

The US government announces a large expansion of treatment centres that play a huge part in cutting NHS waiting times. However, these treatment centres provide safe, fast pre-booked surgery and diagnostic tests for patients and focus on procedures that historically have had the highest waiting times for treatment in areas such as orthopaedics and ophthalmology.

Facilities & equipment, Medical centers, Buildings and facilities, United Kingdom. National Health Service, Medical centres

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UK not ready to set nurse:patient ratios

Article Abstract:

The study presented deals with the hesitation on the part of the UK government to fix nurse:patient ratios until all pertinent questions relating to the issue are examined. A few merits and demerits of the definite nurse:patient ratio system are listed.

Personnel administration, HEALTH SERVICES, Human resource management, Health care industry, Company personnel management, Nursing services

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Praise for Milburn as Reid takes over reins as health secretary

Article Abstract:

John Reid has been appointed the new British Health Minister after the surprise resignation of Alan Milburn. Praise from nursing officials of the changes in the health system brought about by Milburn is included.

Executive changes & profiles, Officials and employees, Appreciation, Appointments, resignations and dismissals, United Kingdom. Department of Health, Milburn, Alan, Reid, John (British cabinet official)

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