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Yahoo
18 hours ago
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- Yahoo
Hundreds of Manx patients affected by data error
More than 430 patients on the Isle of Man have been subject to a data error resulting in their home addresses being changed to UK ones, Manx Care has said. The island's healthcare provider said NHS England had incorrectly recorded temporary UK residences as permanent addresses for island residents who were receiving treatment there. A spokeswoman said that so far about 446 patients had been affected, with further cases likely to be confirmed as "awareness increases". She said Manx Care was "actively collaborating" with UK healthcare bodies and integrated care boards to "improve how address changes are managed, particularly for patients moving between the Isle of Man and the UK". NHS systems on the Isle of Man and in the UK work independently, but data is shared when address changes are made. The Manx Care spokeswoman said: "In some cases the UK system assumed a permanent relocation rather than a temporary visit." This led to "unintended updates to patient records", she added. Manx Care said it was contacting GP practices to verify permanent addresses to all of those affected by the error and had reiterated "the importance of not replacing records" to UK health providers. Meanwhile, the health body has urged anyone who has been treated in the UK and expected correspondence from Manx Care, to get in touch with their GP practice to "review your records". Potential impacts on care could mean people miss or have delayed invitations for routine screenings or appointments at Noble's Hospital. Manx Care said that despite the error, patients would not lose their places at their Manx GP practice. The healthcare body apologised for "any confusion or disruption" and said people's "health and peace of mind [were] top priorities". Read more stories from the Isle of Man on the BBC, watch BBC North West Tonight on BBC iPlayer and follow BBC Isle of Man on Facebook and X. Rising costs ignite review into off-island care Society outlines concerns over Manx Care mandate Patients 'in limbo' over health cuts, MHK says Manx Care NHS England
BBC News
18 hours ago
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- BBC News
Hundreds of Isle of Man patients affected by NHS data error
More than 430 patients on the Isle of Man have been subject to a data error resulting in their home addresses being changed to UK ones, Manx Care has said. The island's healthcare provider said NHS England had incorrectly recorded temporary UK residences as permanent addresses for island residents who were receiving treatment there. A spokeswoman said that so far about 446 patients had been affected, with further cases likely to be confirmed as "awareness increases".She said Manx Care was "actively collaborating" with UK healthcare bodies and integrated care boards to "improve how address changes are managed, particularly for patients moving between the Isle of Man and the UK". NHS systems on the Isle of Man and in the UK work independently, but data is shared when address changes are made. The Manx Care spokeswoman said: "In some cases the UK system assumed a permanent relocation rather than a temporary visit."This led to "unintended updates to patient records", she added. Missed appointments Manx Care said it was contacting GP practices to verify permanent addresses to all of those affected by the error and had reiterated "the importance of not replacing records" to UK health the health body has urged anyone who has been treated in the UK and expected correspondence from Manx Care, to get in touch with their GP practice to "review your records".Potential impacts on care could mean people miss or have delayed invitations for routine screenings or appointments at Noble's Hospital. Manx Care said that despite the error, patients would not lose their places at their Manx GP healthcare body apologised for "any confusion or disruption" and said people's "health and peace of mind [were] top priorities". Read more stories from the Isle of Man on the BBC, watch BBC North West Tonight on BBC iPlayer and follow BBC Isle of Man on Facebook and X.
Daily Mail
a day ago
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- Daily Mail
Take the test that can help spot the hidden sign of ADHD that no one talks about
If you find yourself having a hard time following a TV show without subtitles, or asking people to repeat themselves, it might not be because there's something wrong with your hearing. Instead, experts says that auditory processing disorder (ADP)—a little-known sign of ADHD—could be to blame. According to Dr Sermed Mezher, a UK based GP and influencer with over 344,000 followers on Instagram, an inability to follow dialogue could be a sign of ADP. ADP affects around five per cent of the population and can make it incredibly difficult to process sounds, including spoken words. However, people who suffer with the condition usually have normal hearing. In an Instagram video that has so far garnered over 1.4million views, Dr Mezher explained: 'It isn't just people with ADHD that can hear things but struggle to process them. 'Auditory processing disorder is thought to be a dysfunction of what's known as the "cocktail party effect" of the brain—where you can selectively focus on different parts of your hearing.' The problem, which affects roughly half of people with ADHD, refers to a listener's ability to hone in on specific conversations or sounds, while ignoring other background noise. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sermed Mezher (@drsermedmezher) Audiologists can diagnose the condition via special tests, some of which can be replicated at home. For instance, testers may ask people to pick out details in two pieces of audio played at the same time-one containing speech, and the other music. You could test for this at home by playing music as well as your favourite tv show, and try to decifer what is being said. Elsewhere, tests are available online, such as a basic one by tech firm Forebrain, although these are not medically verified. Dr Mezher said: 'Signs that you could have [APD] include if you ask people to repeat things a lot, or you speak too softly or loudly for the situation.' He continued in the caption: 'People with APD might also appear to be inattentive or distracted especially in group settings, when in reality they are simply having trouble processing what is being said. Other common symptoms include having difficulty understanding people with a strong accent that is different from your own, problems following spoken instructions and difficulties with similar sounding words. Dr Mezher said: 'These challenges can impact academic, social and professional life, making early recognition and support essential.' Symptoms of APD and ADHD often overlap, meaning that children are misdiagnosed. Common symptoms of both conditions include finding it hard to listen to what people are saying, talking noisily and seeming disinterested in a conversation According to the NHS, APD most commonly develops in childhood, and is often found in people with attention, language and learning difficulties—such as ADHD, as well as dyslexia. This comes as worrying new figures published by the NHS estimate up to 2.5million people in England could be living with attention deficit disorder (ADHD), with more than half a million people waiting for an assessment. Doctors have raised concerns in recent years about a surge in diagnoses—but this marks the first official estimate of how widespread the condition may be. ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder with symptoms such as difficulty listening to what people are saying or following instructions, overlapping with APD. Other symptoms in children and young people include being easily distracted, forgetting everyday tasks and talking noisily. Around five per cent of children and young people in the country are thought to the condition. This means a total of 741,000 children and young people aged five to 24 may have the condition, including those without a diagnosis. This comes as ADHD campaigners have accused the NHS of presiding over a 'widely failing system' as it emerged that prescriptions for ADHD medications have risen by an alarming 18 per cent year on year since the pandemic.
Sky News
a day ago
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- Sky News
'He didn't understand he was dying from cancer': Anonymous nurse reveals what her job is like
Dreaming of a new career? Each week, we speak to someone from a different profession to discover what it's really like. Today, the Money team chats to an NHS learning disability nurse - we agreed to make them anonymous so they could provide an unfiltered view of the job. I worked with a man with a severe learning disability who was dying of cancer... He didn't understand what this meant and just wanted to feel well and looked after. I worked with the oncologist, GP and local palliative care service to arrange a professionals meeting, advocating for the unique needs of this man. We were able to arrange for him to be at his "best" health for one last holiday, before being supported into a planned palliative care community bed with staff he knew, where he was supported to die with dignity in minimal pain. Without my support advocating on his behalf, he would have died in a hospital bed, without known staff, scared and alone, and would never have had the chance to have his last holiday. I will truly never forget him; it was humbling to be able to help in any way I could. You start on £30,000... Entry-level nurses start at NHS pay band 5, which equates to £29,970 (rising to £36,483). Progression is, of course, possible through developing skills and expertise, with experienced senior nurses earning £50,000+. The NHS pension is generous... Depending on salary, we can pay from 5-12% of our salary into pension, with the employer putting in 14.4% for all pensions. Pension and financial advice is also available to support retirement planning. This job is so varied... Learning disability nurses work with people who have a learning disability (and with their families and carers) to help them stay as healthy as possible throughout their lives. I could be supporting someone to understand and manage their diabetes or other complex health issues, helping someone to safely express their emotions or any distress, or supporting with future planning, which could be related to dementia, or their end-of-life wishes, and all this just in one day. A wide range of clinical skills is also required - including those relating to epilepsy, complex physical health, mental health, autism, forensic risk, dementia, and positive approaches to behavioural support. The NHS is really good with flexible working... There are so many different jobs... it can really work for different lifestyles. I work part-time currently (four days). On holidays, you start with 27 days, and after 10 years, you have 32 (plus bank holidays on top). One person I worked with had been in a hospital environment for 20 years... She described herself during that time as a flower that hadn't been watered. One of the most rewarding parts of the job is helping people to move back to their local area and live in community settings, ensuring the best support is available to maintain this. After successfully moving out of hospital, the woman later described herself as like a garden full of beautiful flowers in full bloom. If I could change one thing, it would be for people to know who we are... Learning disability nurses have the same clinical skills as other branches of nursing registrants but it is a lesser-known specialism and few people understand what we do. This means that fewer people enrol to be a learning disabilities nurse, making vacancies harder to fill. People with learning disabilities often have communication needs, anxieties, past negative experiences or other barriers to accepting help... As learning disability nurses, we pause, reflect and then try again using adapted and creative approaches to meet individuals' specific needs. Learning disability support does not get enough funding... this is a fundamental requirement if we are to support individuals to lead longer, happier and healthier lives. Capacity is always an issue... with increased demand being placed on services. Similarly, challenges in social care provision often have an impact on people's health and wellbeing, and, as a result, pressure on health services increases. There is also often a reliance on families and care providers to implement recommendations that have been made, which can prove challenging, as is ensuring that appropriate levels of support are in place. There continues to be inequitable access to healthcare generally, which learning disability nurses are instrumental in challenging to improve health outcomes for those with a learning disability. Laughter and smiles are more common than tears... when working with people who have a learning disability! One of my most memorable success stories... was supporting a young lady who needed eye surgery due to her failing eyesight. Initially, this lady declined surgery, but by using accessible information, she was able to understand why surgery was important and the impact that not having this could have on her quality of life. We discussed her fears, undertook some desensitisation work, and I worked with the hospital teams to make sure that her fears were listened to, and that adjustments to her treatment plan were made too. The operation was a success, and the lady regained some of her sight. A common misconception... is that people who have a learning disability are not able to learn new skills and are not able to make their own choices. With the right support, individuals are more than able to achieve positive change and have their voice heard.
Daily Mail
3 days ago
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- Daily Mail
ASK DR ELLIE: Why does my thigh feel like it's BURNING? It could be down to these alarming reasons...
I've suffered with a burning sensation in my right thigh for several years. My GP told me to stop wearing tight clothing, but that hasn't helped. What else can I do? DR ELLIE: A burning sensation in one area of the body is often related to a nerve problem.
