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Language barriers in healthcare can cause serious medical harm, according to a report

The Welsh Equality and Social Justice Committee said it is concerned by evidence that people from ethnic minority backgrounds continue to face worse outcomes from public sector services in Wales.

Associate director joins property valuation team

Christie & Co, a specialist business property adviser, has announced the appointment of associate director, Oliver Potts, to its medical valuation services team.

Patients say an environmentally friendly ethos is important  

The overwhelmingly positive response to a survey conducted at Dove Holistic Dental Centre (DHDC) is a testament to the value patients place on its eco-friendly practices.

Dentist appointed as chair of medical indemnity organisation

Medical Protection Society (MPS) has announced the appointment of Graham Stokes as its next chair of the council. Dental Protection is an important part of MPS and Graham will be the first dentist...

College to elect council members from across the dental team

The College of General Dentistry (CGDent) is expanding its elected national representation to encompass the whole dental team.

Episode 18: Mindfulness

In this episode, we talked to Mahurkh Khwaja, founder of Mind Ninja and author of the Mind Flossing Toolkit, on the issue of mental health and wellbeing. 

Nine per cent of NHS staff have received unwanted sexual advances

The results of the ‘NHS Staff Survey 2023’ revealed healthcare workers experienced “unacceptable” levels of unwanted sexual behaviour from the public last year – with 58,000 reporting such incidents.

Organisation pledges to reduce barriers for overseas dental professionals

The International Dental Organisation UK (IDO UK) will formally launch in London on March 6, 2024. It aims to improve the quality of dental care and access to it and to support overseas dentists in...

In memory of John Brookman, 1931-2024

John Brookman, one of the founding board members of the Faculty of General Dental Practice and the founder of Vocational Training for GDPs, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2024, aged 92.

College to appoint next president

The College of General Dentistry has begun the process of appointing its next president.

What is stress, and how can we use it better in the dentistry industry?

Lee Eldridge suggests ways to manage professional pressure.

Community oral health service welcomes new chair 

Community Dental Services CIC (CDS CIC), a community dental services provider has appointed David Martin as chair of the board.