Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been an increase in the number of patients declining referrals to secondary care. Information has been provided to the CCGs about how GPs should consider approaching patients who have declined treatment.
The North East London Cancer Alliance has made available 15 dermoscopes to BHR CCGs to test whether dermoscopy can help GPs assess skin lesions. They are looking for enthusiastic clinicians and GP practices to take part in the pilot.
We have had reports of patients arriving for blood testing appointments without the printed copy of their test form. Please ensure all patients are provided with a paper blood form and are reminded to take this with them. The form is required in order to process a blood test.
Raise concerns about a number of issues, such as the safety or quality of service, or about specific instances where a patient has had a poor experience of care, or has not received care.
