Posts Tagged ‘Health Minister’
Irish dentists criticise new oral health policy
Irish dentists have criticised the government’s new oral health policy, describing it as a ‘starting point’ rather than a viable long-term plan. The Irish Dental Association has taken time to review the policy, which was introduced by ministers in April, and the feedback will not come as welcome news for the government. Dentists have suggested […]
NHS To Lead The Way In World Dentistry With New IT
The National Health Service is set to lead the way with innovative new methods of using IT. Health Minister, Jeremy Hunt, has announced changes and moderations to include new information technology and a pilot scheme is currently underway to revolutionise the current dental contract. Officials from the NHS claim that dentistry will pave the way […]
Dental Shortage In Isle Of Man Leads To Long Waiting Lists
A shortage of dentists has caused waiting times in the Isle of Man to increase, according to the Department of Health. Patients are waiting longer for routine check-ups because there are not enough dentists on the islands. Health minister, David Anderson, said the department was working hard to increase recruitment on the island to tackle […]
Public Opinion Sought On Dental Proposals In Northern Ireland
The people of Northern Ireland are being asked to voice their opinions in relation to proposed changes to NHS dental services. The consultation paper has been released for public viewing and people are being asked to provide feedback, the paper suggests proposals including changes in the provision of orthodontic treatment, restriction of dental treatments to […]
Scottish Government Launches New Dental Health Strategy
The Scottish government has launched a new oral health strategy, which will focus on priority groups, including the elderly, homeless people and patients with special needs. Health Minister, Michael Matheson officially launched the strategy on Thursday while visiting a care home in Fife, which has been participating in a pilot project called the Fife Oral […]
Opposition leader calls for better dental care in Queensland
The leader of the opposition in Queensland, John-Paul Langbroek, has called for better oral healthcare in Queensland. Mr Langbroek, a qualified dentist, claims that the government is failing to provide people with acceptable standards of oral healthcare. Langbroek called for the introduction of scheme and initiatives to improve standards of oral health amongst children and […]
Ontario set for 45 million dollar project to improve children’s dental health
Ontario’s Health Minister will reveal details of a 45 million dollar oral health project today. Deb Matthews will outline details of a new ‘Healthy Smiles’ programme, which is set to benefit more than 100,000 children. The programme will cost taxpayers around 45 million dollars per year but health officials feel the new initiative is essential. […]
Irish dental budget cuts will not be reversed
The Irish Health Minister has announced that budget cuts will not be reversed. Mary Harney announced that cuts in dental schemes will not be reversed because the government does not have the necessary resources to support any changes to the current system. Ms Harney also claimed that the cuts were not as severe as many […]
Isle of Man health officials appeal for public opinion
Officials from the Department of Health have appealed to the public to give their opinion on a new oral health strategy. Children in the Isle of Man have very poor standards of oral health in comparison to other areas in the UK and health officials have put together a 30 page document outlining various programmes […]
1,700 NHS professionals axed in budget cuts
The Guardian has revealed that 1,700 members of NHS staff will be axed as part of government spending cuts. The Department of Health has not officially announced the job losses; however, it has been revealed that members of staff affected by the cuts were notified by post in June. Representatives from the DoH have refused […]
