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The cost of the long wait on the stroke ward
The human and financial impact of delays
Source: HSJ - May 3, 2013 Category: UK Health Source Type: news
Supporting the commissioning of anticoagulation therapy for adults
This resource supports commissioners to review how anticoagulation therapy is currently initiated, provided, monitored and reviewed in their local area with particular consideration to the introduction of the novel oral anticoagulants. NICE recommendations for rivaroxaban, dabigatran and apixaban for stroke prevention in people with atrial fibrillation and rivaroxaban for treatment of deep vein thrombosis provide people who have these conditions with more choices of medication. This will have an impact on the commissioning of anticoagulation services at a local level, with an anticipated reduction in vitamin K antagonist monitoring services.
Source: NHS Networks - May 23, 2013 Category: UK Health Authors: Maria Axford Source Type: news
Certain statins can raise risk of developing diabetes
Overall benefits of statins outweigh risks, say expertsRelated items from OnMedicaRegulators suspend Avandia over safety concernsIgnored cholesterol blamed for heart attacksPolypill could halve cardiovascular events Hospitals fail women with myocardial infarctionStatins halve heart attack and stroke risk in healthy adults
Source: OnMedica Latest News - May 24, 2013 Category: UK Health Source Type: news
Surgery death risk - higher at the end of the week
More patients die on Fridays than MondaysRelated items from OnMedicaBMA rejects argument for seven-day routine care in hospitalsAll hospitals ordered to review overnight discharge policy Deaths higher in patients admitted at weekendsWeekend admission puts stroke patients at riskRCP tackles excess weekend mortality
Source: OnMedica Latest News - May 29, 2013 Category: UK Health Source Type: news
Marine fatty acids linked to lower risk of breast cancer
One or two portions a week of salmon, tuna or sardines cut risk by 5%Related items from OnMedicaCancer survivors need better diet adviceStudy shows link between diet and breast cancer Two weekly portions of oily fish could help ward off stroke Don’t bother eating oily fish to ward off secondary heart attacksDietary intake of veg linked to lower risk of ER-negative breast cancer
Source: OnMedica Latest News - June 28, 2013 Category: UK Health Source Type: news
Small increases in heat related illness reported to PHE
Public Health England (PHE) collects and interprets data on GP consultations (in hours and out of hours), NHS telephone helpline calls and emergency department attendances to monitor the effects of the heatwave on people’s health.
This data presents us with an indication of the number of people seeking advice for a variety of heat related issues such as heat/sun stroke, sunburn, dehydration or exhaustion.
Source: NHS Networks - July 19, 2013 Category: UK Health Authors: Maria Axford Source Type: news
Higher heart disease risk for diabetics with hypoglycaemia
Severe hypoglycaemia doubles risk of cardiovascular diseaseRelated items from OnMedicaFour in five people with type 2 diabetes experience hypoglycaemiaBeing obese for longer worsens cardio risk factorsGovernment plans new CVD strategyDiabetes will soon cost NHS £16.9bnObese kids get head start on adult stroke and heart disease risk
Source: OnMedica Latest News - July 31, 2013 Category: UK Health Source Type: news
How to lift the barriers to post-stroke psychological support
Challenges for CCGs in helping patients
Source: HSJ - July 29, 2013 Category: UK Health Source Type: news
Obesity on rise among primary school leavers
Prevalence greatest among children from most deprived areas of the country Related items from OnMedicaObese kids get head start on adult stroke and heart disease riskOne in three Year 6 children are overweight or obeseFat children have high cardiovascular risks as teensSurgery should be a last resort for obese childrenExperts attack government’s “nudge” policy on obesity
Source: OnMedica Latest News - August 2, 2013 Category: UK Health Source Type: news
Proximity to airports raises risk of heart disease
Heart and circulatory disease risk from living near airportsRelated items from OnMedicaRoads’ impact on asthma underestimatedAir pollution linked to uncontrolled asthma, research showsAircraft noise increases blood pressureTraffic noise linked to stroke riskSlow walkers at increased risk of cardiovascular death
Source: OnMedica Latest News - October 9, 2013 Category: UK Health Source Type: news
Neuropathic pain guideline updated
The updated guideline covers key principles, and covers drugs which can be used and drugs which should not be used. Neuropathic pain is caused when there is damage to the central nervous system, can have a significant impact on patients’ quality of life and can be very challenging to treat. Examples of conditions that can cause neuropathic pain include stroke, spinal cord injury, and multiple sclerosis.
Source: NHS Networks - November 28, 2013 Category: UK Health Authors: Maria Axford Source Type: news
Third of GP practices with problems fail basic standards
CQC checks show new GP inspection regime will be toughRelated items from OnMedicaGPs should be told when patients have cosmetic surgeryTwo thirds of GPs predict longer waiting timesGPs to consult via social media and take on more rolesEarlier thrombolysis improves stroke outcomesHistoric NHS Mandate published today
Source: OnMedica Latest News - December 12, 2013 Category: UK Health Source Type: news
Smokers twice as likely to die of stroke
The new campaign brings to life the toxic cycle of dirty blood caused by inhaling the dangerous chemicals in cigarettes, including arsenic and cyanide flowing through the body and damaging major organs. The chemicals move through the heart, the lungs and into the bloodstream, finally damaging cells in the brain.
Source: NHS Networks - December 30, 2013 Category: UK Health Authors: Maria Axford Source Type: news
Brain injury increases risk of premature death
Causes of death include suicide, injuries and assaultsRelated items from OnMedicaBreast cancer may cause brain injury, research showsDoctors applaud cycle helmet rulingDark chocolate may cut stroke damage to brain
Source: OnMedica Latest News - January 16, 2014 Category: UK Health Source Type: news
Stroke clinical audit, Q3 2013 public report
Reports from the programme are published quarterly.
Source: NHS Networks - February 27, 2014 Category: UK Health Authors: Maria Axford Source Type: news
