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The dangers of accessing health records without consent

WebIn this article, we explore the recent decision of H ealth Care Complaints Commissioner v Payne which demonstrates the serious risks health practitioners face if …

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Changes to the Caldicott Principles – an overview and what this …

WebIn June 2020, the National Data Guardian for Health and Social Care (the NDG), the late Dame Fiona Caldicott, launched a public consultation seeking views on …

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Disclosing patient images: the importance of confidentiality

WebWith the growing role of the Internet and social media in our lives, it is important to remain vigilant of the regulations governing the disclosure of patient images. …

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Liability risks arising from smart medical technology are growing

WebAccording to Deloitte, the worldwide market for smart medical devices could grow to US$52.2 billion in 2022, consisting of stationary medical devices (US$17 billion), …

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HSSIB launch: a desire to be a global leader in professional and …

WebEstablished by the Health and Care Act 2022, the Health Services Safety Investigations Body (HSSIB) has been in operation since 1 October 2023.. Here we …

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Patient autonomy and its impact on the future of healthcare

WebThe most significant change in healthcare however over the next 10 years, could be a greater shift towards patient autonomy and “DIY” patient-care, made possible …

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Healthcare Brief: latest decisions

WebOn 12 July 2023, the Supreme Court confirmed that the assessment of whether a possible treatment option is a reasonable one is a matter of clinical judgement. Applying …

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HSE spot check inspections and COVID-19: what to look out for

WebTo ensure safe working in relation to COVID-19, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has undertaken a number of spot checks on hospitals. Here, we provide …

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Martha’s Rule: early intervention protecting patients and clinicians

WebThis approach would allow early intervention, which may avoid harm to patients, and derives from the committed efforts of the parents of Martha Mills, who …

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Towards a consumer-centred mental health system

WebOn 6 September 2022, the Mental Health and Wellbeing Act 2022 (Vic) received Royal Assent. In this article we consider whether the Act has the capacity to …

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Which alternative treatment options must a doctor discuss with a

WebDoctors must apply clinical judgment to determine which potential treatments are reasonable options to discuss with a patient and this should be supported by a …

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Sentencing for health and safety offences: a more stringent …

WebThis trend of increased sentences was identified by the Sentencing Council back in April 2019 when it published its assessment on the impact of the Sentencing …

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The Health Practitioner Regulation National Law and Other …

WebThe Health Practitioner Regulation National Law Act 2009 is the legislative framework of the National Scheme for the regulation of health practitioners.It is safe to …

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Free pratique – more than a formality

WebFree pratique is permission given by a port for a vessel to enter once it has been certified free of infectious disease by the competent health authorities. It is …

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Balancing sustainability with health & safety

WebSection 2 (1) of the Health and Safety at Work Act etc. 1974 states: “it shall be the duty of every employer to ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the health, …

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The impact of agile working on our well-being

WebThe benefits are clear for employers and employees alike. Beyond the obvious business benefit of reduced office costs and environmental benefits, research …

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2022 insurance industry forecast: trends and future risks

Web2022 insurance industry forecast: trends and future risks. 2021 saw the insurance industry grapple with a multitude of challenges including pandemic impacts, disruptive technology …

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