Information governance update: faxes
From 31 March 2020 NHS and partner organisations are required to use modern communication methods instead of faxes, such as secure email, in order to comply with their information governance [...]
Spravato (esketamine) a novel treatment for major depressive disorder (MDD)
Introduction In December 2019 Janssen-Cilag launched Spravato 28mg nasal spray onto the UK and European markets with the indication to treat adults with treatment-resistant major depressive [...]
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Safer medicines administration – cytotoxic agents
Cytotoxic drugs (sometimes known as antineoplastic) describe a group of medicines that contain chemicals which are toxic to cells, preventing their replication or growth. As well as being used as [...]
Pre-order next winter’s (2020/2021) flu vaccine now
The annual influenza vaccination programme has become an important strategy for protecting public health by providing vulnerable people with immunisation against the virus strains likely to be [...]
Flu vaccination template for occupational health
It is not permitted to use patient group directions (PGDs) to administer medication such as flu vaccines for occupational health services, following legal advice issued by NHS England. Instead, [...]
Flu vaccines – pre-order next winter’s (2019/20) flu vaccine now!
The annual influenza vaccination programme has become an important strategy for protecting public health by providing vulnerable people with immunisation against the virus strains likely to be [...]
Managing diabetes testing in your hospital
3.7 million people in the UK have been diagnosed with diabetes, with this number expected to rise significantly in the coming years. It is important to diagnose diabetes as early as possible to [...]
