The NHS in Shropshire has ended a critical incident declared due to a surge in flu, Covid, and other winter illnesses. Although restrictions on hospital visitors were implemented due to increased demand, the system remains under strain due to an “extraordinary year for flu.” NHS Shropshire’s chief nursing officer encouraged the use of NHS 111 for non-emergencies and to consider whether hospital visits were essential.
Why Healthcare Organisations Have To Act Decisively In The Shadow Of New HIPAA Updates
The recent amendments to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) represent a significant overhaul in healthcare data privacy, addressing the need to protect
