The NHS introduced Martha’s Rule in April 2024. This policy is designed to empower patients, families and carers to seek urgent reviews of patient health concerns. Martha’s Rule is endorsed by the General Medical Council (GMC), Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), and Care Quality Commission (CQC). The rule is named for Martha Mills, who...
At Advantage Accreditation, we specialise in accreditation for health and social care providers. We ensure our accredited centres and learning materials meet the standards of national bodies, including the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE). NICE recently celebrated its 25th anniversary. Launched in April 1999, NICE was set up to evaluate the...
Mental Health Awareness Week 2024 runs from Monday 13th May to Sunday 19th May. This year’s Mental Health Awareness Week theme is “Movement: Moving more for our mental health.” The Mental Health Foundation hosts the annual campaign. They are encouraging all people to find moments for movement in our daily lives. We are...
In an ever-changing sector like Health and Social Care, it is important to stay up to date on the needs of care workers and those they support. Here are some key updates from Skills for Care, published in recent months… The New Care Workforce Pathway Launched 10th January 2024, the pathway directs care workers...