Tag: healthcare workforce
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One Big Beautiful Act Caps Federal Student Loans for Medical School
What the new provision does A recently enacted provision tucked into the sweeping One Big Beautiful legislation introduces a significant cap on federal student loans for students pursuing professional degrees, including medical, law, and business programs. While the policy aims to curb rising federal debt, it also raises questions about access to affordable education, the…
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Nurses Could Quit UK Over Immigration Plans, Survey Warns
UK Nurses Face Possible Exodus Over Immigration Policies A growing survey signal suggests the UK could see up to 50,000 nurses resign in response to proposed immigration reforms. The findings highlight a potential tipping point for the National Health Service (NHS), already stretched thin by demand, staffing gaps, and ongoing pressures from the pandemic. What…
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Resident Doctors Strike Across England Over Pay: A Five-Day Action Begins
Overview: A New Phase in the Pay dispute Thousands of resident doctors across England have launched a five-day strike, starting at 7am on Friday, as part of an ongoing battle over pay. This marks the 13th walkout by doctors since March 2023, underscoring steady frustration within the medical workforce about remuneration and working conditions. Health…
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Resident Doctors Begin 13th Strike Over Pay Dispute in England
Overview of the Five-Day Walkout England witnesses another chapter in the persistent pay dispute between resident doctors and NHS employers as the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons-backed union leaders announce a five-day walkout. This marks the 13th major strike by resident doctors in recent years, underscoring the deep-seated tensions over remuneration, working conditions, and…
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Nova Scotia lung clinic opens to cut breathing test waits
A new beacon for lung health in Halifax A Halifax-based center dedicated to lung health is preparing to open at the end of November, with the goal of reducing prolonged waitlists for breathing tests and strengthening Nova Scotia’s respiratory therapy workforce. The Nova Scotia Lung Wellness Clinic aims to streamline access to essential diagnostics, such…
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Overcoming Obstacles to Interprofessional Education in Sudanese Health Schools
Introduction: The Promise and Challenge of Interprofessional Education in Sudan Interprofessional education (IPE) has emerged as a powerful approach to prepare health professionals for collaborative practice. In Sudan, where healthcare systems face workforce shortages, brain drain, and resource constraints, IPE offers a pathway to improved patient safety and more coordinated care. Yet the transition from…