Bed blocking, or delayed discharge, continues to pose significant challenges to the NHS in the UK. This bottleneck situation typically occurs when patients, who are medically fit for discharge, remain in hospital beds due to difficulties in securing appropriate care or support in the community. Delayed discharge not only puts a strain on hospital resources […]
As winter descends upon us, so does the inevitable surge in seasonal illnesses that often lead to increased pressures on healthcare systems, including the NHS. The annual influx of these illnesses not only puts an immediate strain on the NHS, but also exacerbates the existing NHS backlog, so it is important to try and stem […]
The number of women in surgery in England is growing, but there are still significant issues facing female surgeons. According to the Royal College of Surgeons in England, the ratio of male to female consultant surgeons in the UK is approximately 8:1. This disparity between male and female surgeons is marked. It reflects that fact […]
Here at Cairn Technology, we are delighted to have raised £2,300 for the Children’s Heart Surgery Fund (CHSF) since starting to donate in November 2021. We are very proud to be supporting this amazing charity, as it provides life-saving medical equipment for the Leeds Congenital Heart Unit (LCHU), as well as parent accommodation for families, […]
If you are involved in plastic or reconstructive surgery, then this Autumn/Winter offers several excellent opportunities to learn and network with fellow consultant plastic surgeons. From facial surgery and body contouring to oral surgery, hand surgery and much more, you are sure to find some benefit from attending the following events: BAAPS Congress 2023 […]
The Healthcare Estates Conference 2023 is being held at Manchester Central this year from 10th to 11th November. And it’s promising to be a great event for estates and facilities managers in the healthcare sector. We’ll be exhibiting on stand A57, so if you are one of our many existing customers for workplace exposure monitoring, […]
Summer might be almost over, but there are still plenty of insightful and engaging events to get your teeth into this year. Whether you are a consultant surgeon, a theatre manager, an estates manager, or anyone interested in digital healthcare and medical developments, there will be something in the months ahead worth popping in your […]