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Offline norman08

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« Reply #285 on: September 28, 2021, 07:55:45 pm »
Why did she not get in touch with her own GP surgery and ask what the problem is, 🤔 Oh yes still trying to score political points,I've had no problem at my surgery, maybe if people didn't go to the GP for some parocetomal, let's not forget this is a uk problem over 5 mill paitients waiting for surgery in England.

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« Reply #286 on: September 29, 2021, 10:59:06 am »
You're very fortunate with your GP surgery Norman, but I don't think that that is the norm nowadays ( excuse the pun )
What normally happens is that you phone the surgery up and can wait 20 minutes or more to get a reply.   You then get to speak to someone who isn't your GP.   
They ask certain questions about your condition and depending on the answers you give, you may then be listed for a phone call back from a medical person but again not necessarily your GP.      They then inform you that they cannot give a time to expect a ring back but do say that it can be any time up to 6.30 pm
So in the meantime you wait in and wait for the call

I must add that I'v found out that once you have got over the problems with the GP's surgery and are on the hospital list things progress much better


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« Reply #287 on: September 29, 2021, 11:48:30 am »
Hot off the press.............worth reading the full article

Doctor gives passionate defence of under fire GPs and warns general practice is at 'breaking point'
GP's have come under fire in recent weeks for not offering more face to face appointments

A North Wales doctor who robustly defended fellow GP's in a post on social media says he feels 'touched' by the hundreds of messages of support he's since received.

GP's have come under fire for not seeing more patients face-to-face in recent weeks with patients taking to social media to air their frustrations.

Pre pandemic, 80% of patients saw their doctors in person.
This number has now dropped to around 56% which has attracted criticism from some patients and politicians.

Dr Mike Bloom, who runs three surgeries in Glan Conwy, Llandudno Junction and Llandudno, told North Wales Live he works between 50 to 70 hours per week and says hasn't had a week off in two years, as he can't find cover.

cont  https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/doctor-gives-passionate-defence-under-21700883

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« Reply #288 on: September 29, 2021, 11:58:41 pm »
Whilst I get where that GP is coming from, there are some really glaring problems I would with what he says.
Amongst them, he says that GPs have stopped doing things like ear syringing at their surgeries.
Well, who IS doing that then?   Because I’m stone deaf in one ear, and if the good one gets blocked or infected, then I’m in terrible trouble.
It might seem trivial to the GP, but not to the sufferer.
Also, these guys are on over £100k per year, and 50 to 70 hours a week in their chosen vocation doesn’t sound TOO ridiculous for that remuneration.
No one forces them to choose that career, and their conditions are a damn sight more pleasant and safe than many lesser paid occupations that we all rely on.










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« Reply #289 on: September 30, 2021, 08:33:12 am »
Well, who IS doing that then?

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« Reply #290 on: September 30, 2021, 08:37:31 am »
Whilst I get where that GP is coming from, there are some really glaring problems I would with what he says.
Amongst them, he says that GPs have stopped doing things like ear syringing at their surgeries.
Well, who IS doing that then?   Because I’m stone deaf in one ear, and if the good one gets blocked or infected, then I’m in terrible trouble.
It might seem trivial to the GP, but not to the sufferer.

That's interesting, because it was done in stages, by stealth.  I used to need to have my ears syringed every two or three years but around the turn of the century GPs decided it ought to be done by practice nurses. Around six years ago they'd started suggesting ear syringing wasn't a good idea and a better and safer option was to put two or three drops of virgin olive oil in each ear once a month.

Now, although that does seem to work it's hard to know if it's as efficacious as syringing in removing all the wax, since without an auriscope it's impossible to know.

I also noticed that Amazon has started selling ear syringing kits, which I found curious.

Having gone over all the evidence I could find it does appear that there is a small risk of damage to the ear drum with syringing but it's close to negligible.

Medicine has long been a tightly closed profession and it's hard to escape the feeling that some GPs believe some tasks are simply too mundane.  A surgeon pal has very little time for GPs, so it seems we're not alone. Of course, having said all that some GPs still go to the ends of the Earth for their patients.
Nothing is so firmly believed as that which we least know.  ― Michel de Montaigne

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« Reply #291 on: September 30, 2021, 09:16:54 pm »
This kind of sums up my view, although it isn’t exactly helpful.   $lol$ $lol$
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« Reply #292 on: October 01, 2021, 08:48:10 am »
I've experienced 'fuel shortages' on three occasions during my life time. That reads very like the most recent one - the Tanker drivers' blockade. Somewhere I still have the coupons I was issued during the '74 Suez blockade (or something...).
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« Reply #293 on: October 01, 2021, 09:41:00 am »
Funny you should mention the petrol coupons of 1974 Ian, because I've also kept mine but I've just had a look for them but can't find them.  That year I swapped my Ford Capri for a Mini Clubman partly due to the fuel shortage.

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« Reply #294 on: October 05, 2021, 03:19:08 pm »
I suppose a few of us have a good chance of meeting this fella, hopefully not to soon...........

Care of the elderly consultant at Llandudno Hospital honoured with award for 'Professional Excellence'

Responding how he reacted to the honour, Dr Mane, who has been based at Llandudno General Hospital for the last three years, said: “It was a moment of immense pleasure. I felt I was recognised for all the hard work that has gone in for the last 35 years in profession.

Though a consultant in care of the elderly, Dr Mane has a keen interest in cardiology, neurology and acute medicine. His clinical sub specialty is ‘falls in elderly’.

He set up the ‘falls clinics’ for the first time in year 2005 and is now working with Cardiff University to set up the courses for the ‘falls in elderly’.

cont  https://www.northwalespioneer.co.uk/news/19626093.care-elderly-consultant-llandudno-hospital-honoured-award-professional-excellence/

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« Reply #295 on: October 07, 2021, 10:14:37 am »
Concerns the 'NHS can't cope' as pressures continue to significantly increase

CONCERNS have been raised that the NHS will 'break completely' as immense pressures continue.

It is no secret that demand on NHS services in Wales is significantly increasing which is leaving much worry for the winter months.

There have been ongoing reports of patients waiting for hours in ambulances outside of hospitals, 'atrocious' waiting times in A&E departments and a 'significant' number of 999 calls made.

It has also been highlighted more needs to be done with primary care services in a bid to stop the 'roundabout of hell'.

In a special report published by the Leader, Senior Paramedic Sally Bottomley said she she is seeing unprecedented demand and fears for the public and the future as she pleads with people to play their part.

She said it is soul destroying turning up late to patients in need and staff are 'deflated and exhausted', but yet demand still rises.

cont  https://www.northwalespioneer.co.uk/news/19631217.concerns-nhs-cant-cope-pressures-continue-significantly-increase/

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« Reply #296 on: October 19, 2021, 10:43:17 am »
Advanced Audiology Practitioners to be introduced at surgeries to free up GPs

PEOPLE with hearing difficulties across North Wales will find it easier to access specialist support in their GP surgery, thanks to investment.

Over the next three years, Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) will introduce Advanced Audiology Practitioners into GP surgeries across the region.

Their introduction will ensure that more people with hearing, tinnitus and balance difficulties can receive specialist care sooner and closer to home, while releasing up to 22,000 GP appointments every year.

Hearing difficulties are thought to affect around 130,000 people in North Wales, including seven in 10 people over the age of 70.

Advanced Practice Audiologists (APAs) are currently in place in 36 GP Practices across North Wales, supporting around 25 per cent of the region’s population.

"Once established, APAs will also oversee the delivery of an earwax removal service, supporting the four per cent of the population who suffer from problematic earwax."

cont  https://www.northwalespioneer.co.uk/news/19656596.advanced-audiology-practitioners-introduced-surgeries-free-gps/

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« Reply #297 on: October 23, 2021, 10:33:09 am »
A DENTIST who uprooted his family to make sure NHS patients in North Wales receive the treatment they need says he intends to “see it through”.

Dr Mostafa Hassaan took over the Eirlys practice on Princes Drives, Colwyn Bay, in February.

He was met with premises which needed upgrading and, under new rules for dental surgeries, couldn’t complete aerosol generating procedures (AGP) until sophisticated ventilation was installed.

“The surgeries needed investment,” he said. “We’ve changed the ventilation (at a cost of more than £13,000) and reduced the time between appointments.

“We’ve made an investment of £300,000 on equipment and maintenance – everything my family has and more.”

The immediate focus was on cutting down the huge patient waiting list for treatment which had amassed before and during the Covid pandemic.

“We’re trying to help people who haven’t been seen for years,” said Dr Hassaan, 38. “Regulations mean we are working at a slower pace than before the pandemic but we are doing everything possible to see as many patients as we can.

“In Colwyn Bay we’ve completed 5,000 treatments which means everyone in pain has been handled and that’s something I’m very proud of.

“There’s still a huge backlog and we are prioritising patients by clinical need but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t call us if you’re in pain or discomfort.

“However please accept staff are working as hard as they can in very difficult circumstances and they will get to you. So please have patience when you call us.”

cont  https://www.northwalespioneer.co.uk/news/19666955.colwyn-bay-dentists-tackle-huge-backlog-practice-takeover/

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« Reply #298 on: November 05, 2021, 02:53:37 pm »
THERE is currently an unprecedented demand on health and social care services across North Wales.

This demand is leading to significant delays in care provision and pressure on our emergency services.

It has led to those providing health and social care services to make a joint statement today (Friday).

It reads: "Our social care and health teams are doing everything possible and using a number of services to support people who are well enough to leave hospital but need ongoing care.

"We recognise there is a national shortage of care workers but it’s particularly challenging in North Wales and despite doing everything we can to recruit, we need more people in these positions and quickly.

"We would urge anyone who has an interest to work for the care sector to contact their Local Authority or visit https://wecare.wales/ to explore the opportunities available.

"Our priority is always to ensure that every patient is discharged from hospital at the right time, because of the current challenges this is increasingly difficult which results in patients experiencing protracted delays in hospital beds.

cont  https://www.northwalespioneer.co.uk/news/19697488.plea-health-care-services-face-unprecedented-demand-north-wales/

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« Reply #299 on: November 12, 2021, 10:41:48 am »
The number of North Wales pharmacies where people can receive assessment, diagnosis and prescribed medication for minor illnesses is set to more than double over the winter months.

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board has announced that the number of pharmacies providing an NHS independent prescriber service will increase from 11 to 25, as primary care services across the region prepare for their busiest winter on record.

The increase will enable more people to access face-to-face assessments, free of charge, as well as receive prescribed medication for a range of minor illnesses, including ear, nose and throat problems, skin conditions and urinary infections.


All pharmacies in North Wales are currently able to provide free expert advice and guidance on treating common conditions and their symptoms, often without the need for an appointment, offering a quick and convenient alternative to seeking support from a GP surgery.

For access to free health advice, 24 hours a day, including details on your nearest community pharmacy, please visit the NHS 111 Wales website.

For further information on how to access the most appropriate healthcare services please visit the BCUHB website.

cont  https://www.denbighshirefreepress.co.uk/news/19710854.nhs-prepared-busiest-winter-ever-pharmacy-boost/?ref=rss&IYA-mail=a05105fc-304d-4c50-9807-edab51f779a4