History
Are There Enough Doctors and Nurses in the NHS (Yes)? (2026 Update) The question of whether the NHS has “enough” staff is a central theme in UK public debate. While the raw number of healt...
What is Specialised Commissioning in the NHS? In the UK health system, specialised commissioning refers to the process of planning and purchasing health services for rare or complex conditions. Unlike...
Can a GP arrange social care for someone? Well some aspects of social care. But it is not simple. Why? Doctors and other health or social care professionals (e.g. social workers) are not allowed to sh...
How to Register With a GP Surgery It is very important to be registered with a GP in the UK. In fcat, registering with a General Practitioner (GP) is the single most important step you can take to man...
What is an NHS integrated care board (ICB)? An ICB is a subregional level of NHS administration (and finance) in England. There are 42, which became entities on 1st July 2022. Before the government de...
Should I chase up my doctor? (yes) Yes, yes and yes. [“OK, we have got it” MyHSN Ed.] In fact. Check, check and check again. This is the simplest and most important piece of advice on this website. Le...
How to Make a Complaint About a Doctor Providing feedback or making a complaint about your medical care is a fundamental right within the NHS. While doctors and nurses strive for excellence, mistakes ...
What is a Teaching Hospital? In the complex landscape of the NHS, hospitals are not all created equal. Whilst your local hospital is designed to handle everyday emergencies and standard surgeries, a T...
What is a general hospital? They are usually smaller local hospitals, as compared to regional teaching hospitals. They often have 300-500 beds. They used to be called District General Hospitals (DGHs)...
Visiting Someone in Hospital : 5 Do’s and 5 Don’ts Visiting a friend or family member in the hospital is one of the most supportive things you can do. A familiar face can significantly boost a patient...
