More obesity in developed countries than ever before
Structural changes within the HSE could cause uncertainty and lead to a “potential negative impact” on the pace of decisions and operations within the health system, the Executive has warned.
The first steps have been taken in creating new national guidelines, which will supersede current clinical guidelines when endorsed by the National Clinical Effectiveness Committee (NCEC).
Most symptoms of acute sinusitis resolve just as quickly without antibiotics as they do with antibiotics, according to results of a new study published in JAMA.
The creation of a health innovation hub, designed to promote research and technological innovation within the healthcare sector, has been proposed in the Government’s new Action Plan for Jobs.
The HSE has committed to clearing the backlog of medical card appeals within a six-week period.
The IMO and Primary Care Reimbursement Service (PCRS) have met to discuss the appointment of an arbitrator to resolve a dispute concerning outstanding GP out-of-hours payments.
