HPV self-testing has launched: what your practice might be asked about
HPV self-testing has launched through the NHS Cervical Screening Programme, giving an additional option to women aged 30 to 65[…]
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Category: NHS England
Prescribing Mounjaro? The wraparound care referral isn’t optional
As the phased rollout of tirzepatide (Mounjaro) for weight management continues in primary care, it’s worth being clear on what[…]
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New UTI awareness resources for your waiting room
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common health concern and a significant driver of NHS demand. In 2023/24, UTIs were[…]
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PPE and FIT testing: who’s responsible for what in your practice
The National infection prevention and control manual (NIPCM) for England is the evidence-based practice manual that applies as mandatory guidance in NHS[…]
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New neighbourhood provider contracts: have your say before 10 September
NHS England has opened a consultation testing proposals for two new contracts — for single neighbourhood providers (SNP) and multi-neighbourhood providers (MNP).[…]
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Seasonal vaccinations provider guide for autumn/winter 26/27 is now available
The provider guide for the autumn/winter 26/27 seasonal vaccinations programme has been published on FutureNHS. It brings together the key[…]
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New Type 2 Diabetes Local Data Packs Published to Support Primary Care Improvement
NHS England has published its 2024/25 Type 2 Diabetes Local Data Packs, providing practices and Primary Care Networks (PCNs) with valuable[…]
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Same-Day Appointments for Clinically Urgent Patients: What General Practice Needs to Know in 2026/27
The 2026/27 General Practice Contract introduces a new requirement that all requests identified as clinically urgent must be dealt with[…]
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Flu Programme Update: Homeless Patients Now Included
A small but important change to the 2026/27 flu programme that practices shouldn’t overlook. NHS England has confirmed that, from 1 October 2026, people[…]
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NHS Bowel Cancer Screening Goes Digital: What GP Practices Need to Know
The NHS Bowel Cancer Screening Programme has now completed the national rollout of digital pre-invitations across England for eligible participants[…]
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