26 October 2023
We have recently had contact from practices raising concerns that other organisations such as the Medical Examiner Team and Safeguarding Team have/or have requested access to the whole of their…
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1 October 2023
A communication was recently sent to practices dated 13 September requesting GPs provide Biobank UK with access to consented patient data, the BMA was listed as endorsing the programme. The…
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27 September 2023
The previous lab reported PSA ranges were not in alignment with NICE guidance. The list below is what appears on the Lincolnshire – 2WW Urology referral letter. Normal Age…
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26 September 2023
Background We recently issued some information on Inclisiran but wished to further update this as several practices have contacted us to inform us that they have felt under pressure by…
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15 September 2023
Following an LMC query, colleagues should note that completing DVLA medical forms is not within the scope of the CNSGP medical negligence scheme in relation to any complaints or concerns…
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10 September 2023
Since October 2021, patients’ blood and organ donation preferences are no longer being processed through GP practices. If your practice is using an old patient registration form, it is important…
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31 August 2023
Requirements for Registered Managers Current requirements and guidance are can be found on the CQC's website. The application form covers the following areas: Introduction Criminal record checks References The application form…
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31 August 2023
The Caldicott principles and guardian roles explained The National Data Guardian (NDG) plays a crucial role in maintaining the confidentiality of health and social care services. Caldicott guardians oversee the…
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31 August 2023
In the past when we requested a community nurse to administer medication to a patient, the community nurse would request that we document this request on an Authority to Administer…
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30 August 2023
The LMC is regularly involved in representing and supporting doctors who have been identified as having “performance” issues. The LMC has identified a number of themes which recur, and this…
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23 August 2023
Automatic Access for Parents, family members or Carers. All mothers and most fathers have legal rights and responsibilities as a parent - known as ‘parental responsibility’. Someone with parental responsibility…
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15 August 2023
Medical practitioners: guidance on completing cremation forms The most frequently occurring errors in completing these forms are: Failure to complete all questions in full Deletion of questions Incorrect completion of…
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