Expert Insights

GP practices have a duty We’re told that we must carry out disability assessments and make reasonable adjustments if necessary, but what does ‘reasonable adjustment’ actually mean, and what should…

The introduction of the Friends and Family Test (FFT) for dental patients brings you a range of valuable information about how your patients perceive your practice, the question you now…

Monitoring health and safety in a work environment is important as it gives senior management the information they need to make informed decisions on ensuring the work environment remains safe…

Media reports focussing on a new scientific review last week suggested that organic meat and milk could offer more health benefits than conventionally produced products. How strong is the evidence…

I’ve written extensively over the past month about health and social care in Europe, looking at the challenges posed particularly by the aging demographic profile and increased morbidity especially in…

Never underestimate the value of a good night’s sleep; why do people with a learning disability sometimes suffer with sleep disorders? For anyone who has had trouble sleeping, the consequences…

Mr. Robertson, a recently retired NHS Chairperson for Greater Glasgow and Clyde has thrown a new perspective on how to balance increasing demand on health services with the need to…

Life expectancy is rising With life expectancy rising in older age groups the pressure this puts on the NHS by unnecessary admissions and delayed discharges from hospital and residential care…