UK CMOs worried that NHS can’t handle further sustained rise in COVID-19 cases
The four UK Chief Medical Officers (CMOs) have recommended that the UK COVID-19 alert level moves from level 4 to level 5 after a significant…
Free webinar series launches for HCPs with a focus on rehabilitation in acute care
Medstrom Healthcare, which manufactures specialist hospital beds, is launching a series of webinars that aim to give healthcare professionals a chance to have thought-provoking discussions…
CASE STUDY: Therapy riding centre installs accessible changing facility for disabled users
Muirfield Riding Therapy Centre in East Lothian, Scotland has recently completed the construction of a purpose-built accessible changing facility for people using the centre, which…
New leader appointed for construction of 40 new hospitals by 2030
Natalie Forrest, Senior Responsible Officer of the New Hospital Programme The UK Government’s commitment to build 40 new hospitals by 2030 has been boosted by…
Scottish Government seeks views of individuals about new disability benefit regulations
The Scottish Government is consulting on the draft regulations for Adult Disability Payment and is seeking views from a range of organisations and individuals. This…
Stylish electric shower to help people with vision impairments and limited dexterity
AKW, a UK provider of accessibility solutions, has launched the AKW SmartCare Lever, an easy-to-use smart and contemporary electric shower. This new BEAB CARE certified…
Leeds City Council outsources delivery of stairclimbers for cost-effective and quick service
A new partnership between stairclimbing company AAT GB and Leeds City Council is helping people with reduced mobility to get essential equipment quickly while taking…
Health scrutiny committee raises concerns over NHS Cheshire CCG merger plans
Cheshire West and Chester’s health scrutiny committee has raised concerns over plans to merge NHS CCGs in Cheshire and Merseyside. Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs) are…
Government proposes to make £1bn available for councils to spend on social care in 2021/22
The Ministry for Housing Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) has announced the provisional local government finance settlement for 2021/22, which lays out the annual determination…
Upcoming webinar on D2A process using a single-handed care approach for clinicians
A new webinar that explores single-handed care and whether it has a place and impact within the NHS while it copes with COVID-19 is being…