It’s been a busy week in the world of dental news. Missed the headlines? Here’s what’s happened over the past seven days…
NHS dentistry: 700,000 extra urgent appointments set be rolled out
Thousands of patients across England will be able to access urgent and emergency dental care as the government and NHS rolls out 700,000 extra urgent appointments.
Announced today by health minister Stephen Kinnock, the move marks a commitment to a pledge made in the Labour manifesto last summer.
The extra appointments will be available from April and have been targeted at ‘dental deserts’ – areas where patients particularly struggle to access NHS dentists.
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Jana Denzel reveals why he left The Apprentice
Dentist Jana Denzel, a candidate on this year’s series of The Apprentice, shares why he decided to leave the show in an exclusive interview with Dentistry.co.uk.
Welsh government slammed over approach to NHS dentistry
‘Consider the unintended consequences’: the dental profession has criticised the Welsh government’s approach to NHS dental reform.
Influencers to educate youth on vaping dangers in new government project
The long-term health effects of vaping on children is set to be investigated, supporting plans to tackle youth vaping in the UK.
Physical activity may prevent adolescents from smoking
Moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) in childhood may prevent 60% of 13-year-olds from smoking their first cigarette, according to a new study.
One in five patients find their local hospital building unsafe
Almost 20% of the public said their local hospital was not a safe place to receive care in a survey – while a further 30% did not know whether they were safe.
Half of gen Z NHS staff made ill by stress at work
More than half of the gen Z cohort aged 21 to 30 had been made ill by work-related stress in the past year, analysis of NHS staff surveys found.
How to maximise social media as a dental lab
Eleanor Pittard offers her top tips for building a brand online in today’s digital-first world and making the most of social media as a lab owner.
NHS dentistry: 700,000 extra urgent appointments set be rolled out
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