All articles by Lyn Whitfield – Page 6
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Virtually perfect
The NHS could soon have an electronic library if a new pilot works out. But will it ever be 'one of the great libraries of the world', wonders Lyn Whitfield
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People 'unable to pay more for elderly care'
A leading think-tank has cast doubt on the government's plans to push people into taking out secondary pensions and insurance to fund longterm care.
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Payroll pilots will explore shared services
All NHS payroll and accounts services could be dealt with by as few as 10 shared service centres under plans being discussed by the NHS Executive.
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Fluoride study fails to spark major changes
The publication of the 'most comprehensive review of research on water fluoridation' has done nothing to unite fiercely pro and anti-fluoridation lobby groups.
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Beam me up, Bournemouth
Astride a Star Trek set, William Hague delighted the Conservative conference, though on health he may get a rougher ride from voters than he did from delegates, reports Lyn Whitfield
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N. Ireland to get nurse consultants
Nurse consultant posts have been introduced to Northern Ireland by health minister Bairbre de Brun.
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Things can only get. . . different?
The Lib Dems are still keeping - a bit of - faith with Labour, and blame the Conservatives rather than Tony Blair for the NHS's problems. Lyn Whitfield reports from their Bournemouth conference
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Dig that debate
The private finance initiative continues to enrage its critics. But its supporters claim their opposition is a relic of a former age. Lyn Whitfield wonders where the future lies
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Pick your own
Does the NHS plan deliver on Tony Blair's grand vision for transforming the delivery of public health, or is it just a list of things to do? Lyn Whitfield looks at what it has to offer
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Scots medical chief bows out with 'healthier nation' claim
Sir David Carter has delivered his last annual report as Scotland's chief medical officer, arguing Scotland has become 'healthier' since he took up the post in 1996, but accepting it is 'nowhere near healthy enough'.
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Clean sweep
The government promises that dirt and grime are to be banished from hospitals - now. Lyn Whitfield wonders if a quick fix is really the answer
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Let's party like we did in '97
It's never too early to set out your agenda. As election fever begins to take grip, Lyn Whitfield looks at who's backing who and at what could be in store for the health service
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Local health groups 'need clear direction'
Enthusiasm for Wales' local health groups could wane unless they are given more powers and a clear sense of direction, the Audit Commission has warned.
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A bit under the weather
It has been a terrible year for doctors, and they made their feelings all too clear at the British Medical Association's annual representative meeting. Lyn Whitfield had her finger on the pulse
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Safety match
A unit offering a haven for rape victims is bringing together forensic, psychiatric and medical services - and changing the way the police handle this crime. Lyn Whitfield reports
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Is the public ready for its personal hotline to Alan Milburn?
Lyn Whitfield did the rounds in Winchester
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Milburn cautious on inquiries into killings by the mentally ill
Health secretary Alan Milburn has indicated that the government may be reluctant to abandon automatic inquiries into killings by people with mental health problems.
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Vacuum task
With continuing uncertainty about the long-term future of devolved government, the furious pace of reform in the Northern Ireland health service has juddered to a halt. Lyn Whitfield reports
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Absolutely fabulous
The New Health Network, set up to champion change by enthusing NHS staff, now has a chief executive who oozes enthusiasm and wants others to be as ecstatic.Lyn Whitfield reports
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'Missing leaders' are urged to drive change
-NHS Confederation chief executive Stephen Thornton has called for the creation of a 'cadre of local leaders' to drive change in the health service.