On the 25th October, the embattled Care Quality Commission released their annual State of Care report for 2023/24. It drew some interesting conclusions, and some worrying observations, though nothing that will surprise those familiar with the issues that beset the health and care sectors.

Another month brings new opportunities, which means even more Awareness Days are on the horizon! Take a look at what is coming up this November (click the image to view a PDF of the calendar)

Movember is a month-long campaign to encourage men to grow moustaches to raise awareness for men’s health, particularly highlighting cancer and suicide among men.

A round-up of the news headlines this week relating to primary care and GP practices in the UK  

The final webinar in our expert-led series will be held on Wednesday 13th November @ 1230, on the topic of Navigating Grief in Your Workplace: A Guide for All Staff.

The Dash Report, a comprehensive review of the Care Quality Commission (CQC), was recently published in full. Its findings call for reform, highlighting significant operational challenges, credibility issues and concerns with the Single Assessment Framework (SAF).

A round-up of the news headlines this week relating to primary care and GP practices in the UK  

Cybersecurity has become a top issue in the modern Practice. Recording and handling sensitive patient data on a daily basis means that cybersecurity risk management is essential to protect patient privacy, maintain operational continuity, and comply with data governance, GDPR and Network and Information Systems (NIS) Regulations.   

On the 26 October 2024, a significant change in UK employment law will come into effect, the Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Act introduces a new legal duty on employers to take proactive steps to prevent sexual harassment within their workplaces. This landmark legislation aims to create a safer and more respectful working environment for all employees. 

In the evolving healthcare landscape, Primary Care Networks (PCNs) are embracing digital transformation to improve efficiency, patient care, and collaboration. Led by Clinical Directors and Digital Transformation Leads (DTLs), this shift is enhancing how practices operate, driving better outcomes, and optimising resources.