The UK government is under increasing pressure to make the NHS workforce plans public, following efforts led by former health secretary Jeremy Hunt. Hunt has proposed an amendment to the Health and Care Bill that would require the NHS to regularly publish its workforce projections. The goal is to ensure transparency and help determine whether
Dental practices worldwide had to adopt revolutionary methods to combat the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, fundamentally reshaping their infection control strategies. These new measures not only ensured patient and staff safety during the height of the pandemic but also introduced long-term improvements to prevent future infections. A key aspect of this revolution involved
Ministers in the UK are under pressure to make NHS workforce plans publicly accessible following growing concerns about staff shortages and the need for greater transparency in healthcare planning. Former Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt has led the charge by proposing an amendment to the Health and Care Bill. The amendment would require the government to
The FDA has authorized the marketing of EaseVRx, a virtual reality (VR) system designed to provide relief for chronic pain, specifically targeting chronic lower back pain. Developed by AppliedVR, this system offers a non-invasive alternative to opioid medications through a series of immersive, at-home experiences. The program combines elements of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with
The idea of experiencing COVID-19 or the coronavirus “at least once” in your life is not advisable and carries significant risks. COVID-19 has proven to be a dangerous virus with severe health impacts, both in the short and long term. Contracting it can lead to mild symptoms, but in many cases, it has resulted in
The UK government may soon face pressure to make NHS workforce plans public, as concerns grow over staff shortages and the sustainability of healthcare services. This push for transparency is being led by figures such as Jeremy Hunt, a former health secretary, who argues that public access to workforce data is crucial for ensuring the
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