Shortages

Hiring Part-time Nurses Does Not Completely Prevent Morbidity During Staffing Shortages: A Study

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Hiring Part-time Nurses Does Not Completely Prevent Morbidity During Staffing Shortages: A Study

(Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images) Getty Images A new study has revealed that during hospital staffing shortages, hiring a high number of part-time workers was associated with an increased risk of patient mortality. “Our research shows that dealing with low staffing levels by using part-time staff to fill gaps has the benefit of avoiding deaths … Read more

Drug supply problems as 500,000 patients with ADHD and mental illnesses face shortages

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Labor MP for York Central Rachael Maskell has warned of the 'serious consequences' of drug shortages

More than half a million patients face shortages of essential medicines as Britain is hit by a drug supply crisis, Independent it is said. The NHS has issued warnings about shortages of nine essential medicines for conditions including schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Patients are left to search for pharmacies that have stock, measure food, and … Read more