London is rated poorly in care for patients at the end of their lives
Office of National Statistics
The quality of care, dignity and respect shown to patients in the last three months of their lives shows a wide variation throughout England.
Postcode lottery in end of life care is ‘unacceptable’, says Help the Hospices
Help the Hospices
Jonathan Ellis, director of policy at Help the Hospices, comments on ONS data released today that shows wide geographical variation in bereaved people’s experiences of end of life care.
‘Ofsted-style’ rating plan for hospitals and care homes
BBC News
An ‘Ofsted-style’ ratings system for hospitals and care homes in England will be proposed by health secretary Jeremy Hunt later on today.
NHS survey highlights safety concerns
The Guardian
A survey of NHS professionals indicates ‘efficiency savings’ are not working, staff morale is low and services are being cut.
Hospice launches new first contact service
Bury Free Press
St Nicholas Hospice Care has launched a scheme designed to be the first point of contact for those with a life-shortening illness.
Hospice appeal gets big boost from charitable foundation
The Bolton News
A huge donation has boosted the Bolton Hospice’s Hospice at Home Appeal total to more than £80,000.
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