The volunteer in a general hospital has two main roles: one to act as patient's friend and helper, and the other to help hospital people retain that precious human touch so vital to good care. within this context the volunteer can undertake a wide range of tasks which complement those ...
This report considers how, if at all, the present pattern of hospital administration might need alteration in the light of changes that have taken place since 1948 and of further changes that may be brought about during the next 15 years by the development of district hospitals. The terms of ...
As part of its continuing efforts to reform the NHS, the government has introduced a number of incentives to help the health sector meet national targets and objectives for improving care. This paper examines whether these incentives are helping or hindering progress. Its findings are based on interviews with health ...