Author Archives: Neil Balmer

‘Alcohol abuse’ – what’s in a name?

There was no need to read between the lines last week to see that the Prime Minister got tough on ‘alcohol abuse’. Recently, a doctor I was talking to corrected me when I used the term ‘alcohol abuse’, saying that … Continue reading

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A new year and a new tone from Cameron on NHS reforms

Last Wednesday, David Cameron ‘ordered’ the integration of health and social services (an important, if tricky task). The following Friday, whilst outlining the Government’s vision for ‘compassion and dignity’ in the NHS, he continued his New Year’s tough stance. Referencing … Continue reading

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