Tag: healthcare workers
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Violence in NHS Hospitals: Surge in Attacks on Staff
Rising violence in NHS hospitals: a urgent challenge for staff safety Hospitals across England are confronting a surge in violence directed at frontline workers, with medics, nurses, paramedics and managers reporting a dramatic increase in physical assaults and verbal abuse by patients. A Guardian call-out highlighted the scale of the problem, prompting a national conversation…
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NHS staff face national emergency as patient violence soars
Overview: a grave crisis in plain sight Violence against nurses, doctors and paramedics within the National Health Service has reached crisis levels, with thousands of incidents occurring each week and tens of thousands more each year. Reports describe a growing pattern of physical violence and sexual assaults by patients, visitors, and sometimes even colleagues. Health…
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Royal Surprise: Catherine and William Visit London Hospital to Support NHS Workers
Royal Surprise Shows Solidarity with NHS Staff In a gesture that underscored the monarchy’s ongoing commitment to frontline workers, Catherine, the Princess of Wales, joined Prince William for an unannounced visit to a London hospital. The outing, kept largely private until the Royal Family released details, occurred the day before Catherine’s birthday and highlighted the…
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Princess of Wales Joins Prince William for Surprise NHS Visit in London
Surprise appearance in London signals continued royal support for NHS staff In a heartfelt gesture that delighted healthcare workers and royal observers alike, the Princess of Wales joined the Prince of Wales on a surprise visit to a London hospital the day before what would be her birthday. The appearance, described by aides as spontaneous…
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A no-brainer: Why some U.S. health-care workers are moving to Nova Scotia
Why Nova Scotia is drawing U.S. health-care workers When political upheaval looms in one country, professionals in critical fields start looking for options elsewhere. For some U.S. health-care workers, Nova Scotia has become a practical answer to concerns about workload, burnout, and the sustainability of a high‑pressure system. The move isn’t just about leaving the…
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Resident doctors begin 13th strike over pay dispute in England
Overview of the 13th walkout Resident doctors in England have begun their 13th strike as part of a long-running dispute over pay and conditions. The five-day walkout, organized by the British Medical Association (BMA), comes after weeks of negotiations and public commentary on the state of the National Health Service (NHS). NHS leaders have pledged…
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Kenya Confirms Mpox Case in Garissa as Health Worker Tests Positive
Kenya Records its First Mpox Case in Garissa Kenya has confirmed its first case of monkeypox (Mpox) in Garissa County, marking a significant development in the country’s public health landscape. The case involves a health worker who tested positive for Mpox, according to authorities monitoring the outbreak. Health officials say they have launched a rapid…
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Improving Hand Hygiene Skills Using Virtual Reality: A Quasi-Experimental Study
Overview Hand hygiene remains one of the most effective defenses against health care–associated infections (HAIs). This quasi-experimental study investigates whether a brief virtual reality (VR) training program can rapidly improve correct hand hygiene execution among two key groups in Colombia: health care assistants (HCAs) and informal caregivers (ICs) of dependent patients. The goal was to…
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Paula Hynes: Praising Healthcare Workers in an Overworked System
Introduction: A Patient’s Journey Through an Overburdened System In a year when many people felt their health care stretched to the limit, Paula Hynes offers a personal account that shifts the focus from statistics to people. She notes weight loss she experienced quickly, prompting a visit to her GP. The GP took samples and, mindful…