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Nurses and GPs Join NHS Doctors in Pay and Conditions Strike Threat

Rising Tensions in the NHS: Nurses, GPs, and Doctors Prepare for More Industrial Action The National Health Service (NHS) is facing growing unrest as key healthcare professionals prepare for potential strikes. Nurses, general practitioners (GPs), and resident doctors are increasingly frustrated with the government’s handling of pay and working conditions, leading to a wave of industrial action that could disrupt …

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Govt Promises Nationwide Health Expansion

Expansion of Healthcare Access in Tanzania The government of Tanzania is planning to significantly improve access to healthcare services across the country, with a focus on enhancing infrastructure and medical equipment during the 2025/26 financial year. This initiative aims to ensure that health services are more accessible and efficient at all levels, particularly at the grassroots. Dr Festo Dugange, the …

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Mental Health Crises Highlighted in NHS Decade Plan

Overview of the Lampard Inquiry and Mental Health Services The ongoing investigation into mental health services, where over 2,000 in-patients died between 2000 and the end of 2023, has drawn attention from various stakeholders. A lawyer representing the inquiry highlighted systemic issues within these services, emphasizing that the government’s 10-Year Health Plan identifies poor practices as a significant concern. This …

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