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Telemedicine: Alleviating the COPD Burden
As the sixth most common cause of death world-wide, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a major burden on the NHS. Here, Wendy McLellan,...
Integrated healthcare governance in the independent sector
Healthcare Governance is a management concept which has firmly arrived in this country (Emslie 2004). Here, Dr Philip Sugarman, chief executive and medical director...
The NHS – ‘free for all’ or ‘free for all?’
Paul Birley, head of healthcare at Barclays, looks at the growing interest taken in the NHS by companies seeking to benefit from the new...
Laing’s Healthcare Market Review – 18th Edition 2005/2006
Recognised as the industry standard, Laing’s Review's authoritative, independent commentary on healthcare market trends is a unique and valued information source for decision makers...
BMI installs third ‘open’ MRI scanner
BMI Healthcare has installed an ‘open’ MRI Scanner at its Goring Hall Hospital in Sussex.Unlike traditional MRI equipment, the scanners are open on three...
McAlpine incurs further losses from Dudley PFI
McAlpine has said that it will no longer bid for health projects involving significant refurbishment after suffering an overspend approaching £100m on the cost...
BPAS criticised over its late abortion advice services
The British Pregnancy Advisory Service (BPAS) has been criticised for giving inappropriate advice to women seeking late abortions and has been told to urgently...
Government stands firm on NHS reform despite growing criticism from unions
Tony Blair has told unions to ‘get real’ over the government’s drive to increase independent sector involvement in the NHS.
Speaking on Sky News after...
Clinics accused of ‘commoditising’ cosmetic surgery
BUPA and Transform Medical Group have been accused of ‘trivialising’ cosmetic surgery by the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS).In a scathing attack...
Review of general ophthalmic services could open up provider opportunities
More ophthalmology services, including treatment for cataracts, glaucoma and age related mascular degeneration, could be transferred to primary care settings, under new plans outlined...
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