GPs are being warned about the importance of a prompt diagnosis of a condition which causes compression to nerve roots below the end of the spinal cord, to avoid patients suffering long term disability. 

With the Disability, Work and Health Green Paper and an independent review into employer practice around mental health, it’s an encouraging time for employee health and wellbeing, says Bupa’s Corporate Director, Patrick Watt.

The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) will be at the British Small Animal Veterinary Association (BSAVA) Congress next month where it will be raising awareness of its Mind Matters Initiative and hosting a reception to promote the Practice Standards Scheme (PSS) Awards, amongst a number of other activities.

Committee also warns of ‘unintended operational and legal consequences’ for people with mental health problems and learning disabilities, urging Government to review the criteria and test the proposed changes with healthcare professionals. 

Dr Matthew Lee, MDU professional services director has responded ahead of today's parliamentary debate on GP indemnity.

Henry Smith MP says that APPG on Blood Cancer inquiry will create an overview of the blood cancer landscape by speaking with frontline staff and examining the devolved health systems.

Dr Michael Devlin, Medical Defence Union (MDU) head of professional standards and liaison explains why the staggering rises we are seeing in the cost of compensation place an unfair burden on GPs and the NHS. 

Short-term Government measures to offset costs are welcome, but a more systemic solution may be needed, argues Alex Chalk MP.

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has released new guidance for benefits ‘decision-makers’ as part of recently announced changes to Personal Independence Payment (PIP). 

Chris Kenny, Chief Executive Officer of the Medical and Dental Defence Union of Scotland (MDDUS), calls for greater focus on root causes of rising indemnity costs.

Meg Hillier MP, Chair of the Public Accounts Committee, says that the Government throws 'pots of money' at sectors of the NHS without providing a long-term funding solution.

Government's ambition to make end-of-life care a core priority in the NHS will require commitments to new standards and protocols, says Baroness Finlay

The transfer of health visitors and school nurses in England to local government sets the scene for further fragmentation of services that families and young children rely on, Unite, the country’s largest union, has warned.

People with dementia and learning difficulties detained in care without checks due to “failing” law, warns the Law Commission. 

Antiobiotic resistance is responsible for 12,000 deaths in the UK each year, and a global response is required, says Kevin Hollinrake MP.

The pressure of dental practice, including increasing patient demands, business worries and rising complaints and claims, is pushing some practitioners to the brink, the Dental Defence Union (DDU) has warned. 

Cutting disability benefits will do more harm than good, argues Paul Farmer CBE, Chief Executive of Mind.

Ahead of the Spring Budget, the Government must provide sufficient funding to local authorities to relieve pressures on patients and their families, says Alzheimer's Society.

The Chief Nursing Officer of NHS England is interviewed ahead of her 2 day summit for 500 senior leaders across the nursing, midwifery and care profession in mid-March.

Ahead of the APPG for Diabetes' investigation into safety and inclusion of children with medical conditions at school, the InDependent Diabetes Trust (IDDT) have produced a booklet which advises teachers and school support staff on how best to handle the disease. 

The Medical Defence Union (MDU) says yesterday’s announcement by the Lord Chancellor that she intends to lower the discount rate from 2.5% to -0.75% will lead to a dramatic increase in the cost of indemnifying its members.

Janet Morrison, Chief Executive of Independent Age, the older people's charity has issued a comment in response to warning from the LGA about the final local government funding settlement and threats to care services.

Ian Murray MP pays tribute to Motor Neurone Disease (MND) campaigner, Gordon Aikman in an Adjournment debate today.

Worries about negative online comments is a small, but growing area of concern for Medical Defence Union members.