Monthly Archives: June 2014

The Big Picture: Department of Health Corporate Plan 2014-15 (Department of Health)

Posted on June 30, 2014 by Dementia and Elderly Care News

Summary This Department of Health Corporate Plan discusses the priorities for the year, focusing on how strategic objectives will be delivered. Section headings in this report comprise: About the Department of Health: The Department in 2014-2015 – Summary. Chapter 1: … Continue reading →

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Consultation on the Protection of Personal Health and Care Data (Department of Health)

Posted on June 30, 2014 by Dementia and Elderly Care News

Summary The Department of Health has published a consultation document on proposals to strengthen controls and safeguards on the use of health and care data. The aim is to reassure people that their personal data will not be not open … Continue reading →

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Brief Guide to the New NHS (NHS England)

Posted on June 29, 2014 by Dementia and Elderly Care News

Summary This updated guide, from NHS England, clarifies the structure and function of the NHS, reflecting changes from the Health and Social Care Act 2012. Topic headings include: Introduction The NHS belongs to us all. Foreword (Sir Bruce Keogh). NHS … Continue reading →

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Mental Health, Dementia and Neurology Networks: Local Profiling Tools (PHE)

Posted on June 28, 2014 by Dementia and Elderly Care News

Summary Public Health England (PHE), in partnership with NHS England (and support from the Department of Health) have developed local profiles of mental health, dementia and neurology. The purpose is to assist people commissioning and / or providing care to … Continue reading →

Freedom and Responsibility to Speak Up: Francis to Review Whistleblowing in the NHS (Department of Health / NHS England)

Posted on June 28, 2014 by Dementia and Elderly Care News

Summary Sir Robert Francis QC is leading a review of NHS reporting culture to ensure better protection of NHS whistleblowers who speak out in the public interest. The aim of this review, called “Freedom and Responsibility to Speak Up: An … Continue reading →

Statistical Focus on the Health and Care of Older People (HSCIC)

Posted on June 27, 2014 by Dementia and Elderly Care News

Summary The Health and Social Care Information Centre (HSCIC) has published a summary of information about older people living in England. This collection of statistical information presents a broad picture of the health, care and wellbeing of older people in … Continue reading →

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NHS Publishes Local Staffing and Patient Safety Data (NHS England / NHS Choices / National Quality Board)

Posted on June 27, 2014 by Dementia and Elderly Care News

Summary The NHS has started to published information about staffing levels, showing nurse, midwife and care staffing data down to ward level. This is part of the NHS commitment to openness and transparency, with a view informing the public and … Continue reading →

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