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…
Introduction The introduction of WebV into primary care has caused some legitimate concerns among users, not least because it has come at a time when primary care is under pressure,…
Self-service password reset is now available for your NHSmail account. How does this impact me? This means you can reset your password at any time without contacting local IT support…
The letter linked here outlines the upcoming change to the HPV vaccine programme from 1 September 2023. The Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) have advised that one dose…
The LMC often gets asked if a Non-clinician can be a Safeguarding Lead of Deputy. Where possible, the Lead should be a GP wherever possible (but does not have to…
GPs frequently see patients who are aged under 18 years of age without the parents being present. If the GP decides to treat these patients without parental knowledge or consent…
The document (CNSGP) outlines the scope of the CNSGP. If you are a Practice Nurse who is employed by a General Practice you will be covered under CNSGP for any…
To align with a step back in mask use recently introduced locally in secondary care, from Tuesday 2nd May there will no longer be a requirement to wear face masks…
Where a patient has been vaccinated overseas in accordance with the UK National Vaccination Schedule – i.e. the schedule of the overseas country conforms to the UK schedule – practices…
Please note the COVID-19 supplement to the infection prevention and control resource for adult social care has been updated. Summary of changes This information below outlines the changes to this…
We have recently been asked if the National Standards of Healthcare Cleanliness 2021 guidance is mandatory for General Practice. We have sought clarification on this from the CQC and it…
A practice CANNOT opt out of giving travel vaccinations, it is part of the core contract. Travel vaccinations that must be given for free to all registered patients These vaccinations…