CQC warns lack of understanding of Mental Capacity Act
Nursing Times
People with mental illness or learning disabilities may be being deprived on their liberties, the Care Quality Commission has warned after they found that there is a ‘widespread’ lack of understanding about the Mental Capacity Act.
Bowel cancer rates for men rise by 29%
The Independent
Bowel cancer rates among men have increased by more than a quarter in the last 35 years, while women have experienced a rise of only 6%, according to the report from Cancer Research UK.
Cancer survivors need ‘recovery package’, ministers say
BBC News
All cancer patients should receive a ‘recovery package’ at the end of their treatment offering ongoing support, the Department of Health has said.
GPs call for rethink on delayed 111 health hotline
The Guardian
The 111 non-emergency health phoneline had been due to come into full effect by this week but now will not be operational nationwide until June.
NHS staff whistleblower hotline launched
Scotsman
A whistleblowers’ helpline has come into force, helping NHS staff highlight concerns about Scotland’s health services without fear of losing their jobs.
Top care award for Countess Mountbatten House
Southern Daily Echo
Countess Mountbatten House has been given ‘exemplar status’ by University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust.
Award for hospice
Salisbury Journal
Salisbury Hospice won first prize at Wiltshire’s annual Health Improvement Partnership Awards.
Duchess launches Sue Ryder Thorpe Hall Hospice appeal
Rutland and Stamford Mercury
The Duchess of Gloucester has launched an appeal to raise £6 million for a new building at Sue Ryder Thorpe Hall Hospice.
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