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  1. News Article
    A bill has been proposed to enable women who paid for mesh removal surgery to be refunded. Subject to the outcome of the Scottish Parliament election, new legislation will be introduced to allow the Scottish Government to meet the travel, medical and other reasonable expenses of those who had mesh removal surgery outwith NHS Scotland. Currently the law does not allow for such payments to be made from public funds. NHS Scotland is also inviting tenders to allow suitably qualified surgeons to perform free mesh removal, where this surgery is clinically appropriate and where patients wish it to take place outside of NHS Scotland. Health Secretary Jeane Freeman said: “The Scottish Government halted the implantation of transvaginal mesh in 2018, and is committed to keeping this halt in place." “We absolutely recognise the serious distress which may have led to women using their own funds to pay for private surgery. As the Scottish Government does not currently have the legal power to refund these past costs we propose introducing legislation in the next parliament, subject to the outcome of the election." Read full story Source: Scottish Government, 24 March 2021
  2. News Article
    Following the statement from Nadine Dorries MP, Minister for Patient Safety, providing an update on the Paterson Inquiry, Matt James, Chief Executive of the Private Healthcare Information Network, said: “Although we were expecting the Government’s full response by now, it’s reassuring to know that this is still firmly on the agenda. The updates provided today are all welcome, but perhaps most telling is what remains to be addressed – most notably whole-practice information and better information for patients (recommendations one and three). “While it’s disappointing not to see more specifics, it is crucial that the recommendations are implemented properly and with the right consideration, resisting the temptation to create new systems from scratch and instead build on the excellent progress made by organisations such as NHS Digital, GIRFT, NCIP and PHIN. “We will continue to work with our partners across the NHS and private sector to make positive changes which improve transparency, accountability and information for patients. We will continue to liaise with the Department of Health and Social Care when invited to do so.” Press release Source: PHIN, 23 March 2021
  3. Content Article
    This week Nadine Dorries MP, Minister for Patient Safety, Suicide Prevention and Mental Health, provided an update on the Government’s response to the Independent Inquiry into the Issues raised by Paterson.[1] Here, Patient Safety Learning reflects on this statement and the need for the Government to urgently prioritise providing a full response to the Inquiry’s findings.
  4. Content Article
    A patient satisfaction survey for outpatient hysteroscopy for patient's to share their comments on the service they received.
  5. News Article
    Middle-aged women experience the most severe, long-lasting symptoms after being treated in hospital for COVID-19, two UK studies suggest. Five months on, 70% of patients studied were still affected by everything from anxiety to breathlessness, fatigue, muscle pain and "brain fog". But the researchers say there is no obvious link with how ill people originally became. How women's bodies fight off illness could explain their poorer recovery. The larger study - led by the University of Leicester - which is yet to be peer-reviewed, followed up more than 1,000 patients who had been admitted to hospital with Covid-19 in the UK last year. It found that up to 70% had not fully recovered, an average of five months after leaving hospital, with women most affected. A separate smaller pre-print study, led by University of Glasgow, found women under 50 were seven times more likely to be more breathless, and twice as likely to report worse fatigue than men of the same age who had had the illness, seven months after hospital treatment. Read full story Source: BBC News, 25 March 2021
  6. News Article
    Deborah Stanford is one of many women who have received a Boston Scientific implant and suffered complications. She has joined Shine Lawyers’ class action, which was filed today in the Australian Federal Court, to hold the manufacturers to account for the continuous pain she has endured since the Obtryx sling was implanted on 12 September 2012. Ms Stanford’s bladder was sitting in the birth canal and the sling was placed, on medical advice, to reposition her bladder. “It has been 9 years of suffering." “If I knew how hard this was going to be, I never would have gone through it,” said Ms. Stanford. Boston Scientific is the third pelvic mesh manufacturer to face a class action over their range of prolapse mesh and incontinence sling implants. Shine Lawyers has filed all three actions against Johnson & Johnson, Ethicon and American Medical Systems (AMS). Read full story Source: Shine Lawyers, 22 March 2021
  7. Content Article
    In April 2017, Ian Paterson, a surgeon in the West Midlands, was convicted of wounding with intent, and imprisoned. He had harmed patients in his care. The scale of his malpractice shocked the country. There was outrage too that the healthcare system had not prevented this and kept patients safe. At the time of his trial, Paterson was described as having breached his patients’ trust and abused his power. In December 2017, the Government commissioned an independent Inquiry to investigate Paterson’s malpractice and to make recommendations to improve patient safety. The report, outlining a series of recommendations to avoid future harm, was published in February 2020. On 23 March 2021 Nadine Dorries, Minister for Patient Safety, Suicide Prevention and Mental Health, provided an update on the Government’s response to the Independent Inquiry into the Issues raised by Paterson, accessible through the link below.
  8. Content Article
    On International Women’s Day 2021, feminist journalist Sarah Graham presented to the St Mary’s Women’s Network about the gender pain gap and how it harms women's health. The link below will take you to the slides and notes shared at the event.
  9. News Article
    Pregnant women and new mothers are three times as likely to suffer from poor mental health in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, according to a new study. The report, carried out by a coalition of leading maternal mental health organisations, suggested before that the public health crisis up to 20% of women developed a mental illness during pregnancy or within the first year after having a baby. But in lockdown, 6 in 10 mothers had substantial concerns around their mental health, according to researchers who polled more than 5,000 pregnant women and parents. The study warned women were more likely to suffer from anxiety, depression, loneliness and suicidal thoughts during the COVID-19 crisis. The Maternal Mental Health Alliance is one of the organisations behind the research. Luciana Berger, a former Labour MP who is now chair of the group, said: “Today’s report should serve as an ear-splitting warning siren about the dangers to women’s maternal mental health and potential risks to the wellbeing of their babies." Read full story Source: The Independent, 16 March 2021
  10. Content Article
    Global healthcare systems are wrestling with the management of an increase in people requiring care in complicated diseases. Supporting patients with long term chronic conditions such as endometriosis has become an even more difficult task than before the pandemic. One in 10 women are reported to have endometriosis, and it is imperative that this is discussed as part of women’s health. Gayathri Delanerolle lived with endometriosis for over 25 years and has first hand experience of some of the associated problems which she discusses in this BMJ Opinion article,
  11. Content Article
    This is a presentation detailing the manuscript which investigated the presence of pain during hysteroscopy, delivered by pain researcher, Richard Harrison to the annual meeting of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists in 2021.
  12. Content Article
    In this article for NHSManagers.Net, Peter Carter, former General Secretary and chief executive of the Royal College of Nursing, questions why the First Do No Harm report didn't attract the publicity it warranted and urges the Government to address the issues raised in it as a matter of some urgency.
  13. Content Article
    This presentation was submitted by the patient group Campaign Against Painful Hysteroscopy, as an oral presentation to the British Society for Gynae Endoscopy’s Annual Scientific Meeting 2021. It includes patient testimonials and statistical data gathered around painful hysteroscopies and informed consent. 
  14. Content Article
    In this blog, pain researcher, Richard Harrison, reflects on the presentation he recently made to the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, based on his research into pain during hysteroscopy. Follow the link below to read Richard's blog, or you can watch the RCOG presentation here. 
  15. News Article
    A third of women who have suffered symptoms of the menopause say they hid them at work, and many think there remains a stigma around talking about the subject, according to a survey of workers in five countries. More than 5,000 women in the UK, Germany, Spain, Italy and South Africa were interviewed about their experiences of the menopause and work in research for the mobile phone provider Vodafone. In all of the countries except Italy, about a third said they had hidden symptoms, while in Spain more than half felt a stigma around the subject in the workplace. South African women seemed most comfortable discussing the subject with colleagues, with 37% saying they thought there was a stigma, while in Italy the proportion who said they had hidden symptoms was lowest at 28%. The survey found those who experienced symptoms before they were 45 were most likely to say that they were too embarrassed to ask for support in the workplace. Of those in the UK, 63% of adults under the age of 44 said they had shied away from asking for help, while across all ages the figure was 43%. The figures were similar in the four other countries. In recent years, businesses have begun to introduce policies to help women who are suffering from menopausal symptoms such as hot flushes, anxiety and fatigue. However, there are concerns that many women are still leaving the workforce because they struggle with some of the effects, and feel they are not supported by their employers. Read full story Source: The Guardian, 8 March 2021
  16. Content Article
    Today, Patient Safety Learning stands with others around the world to celebrate International Women’s Day 2021. In light of this year’s campaign theme “choose to challenge” we are raising awareness of some of the ways in which male bias can negatively impact on patient safety. Drawing on case studies and quantitative research, this blog focuses on three key areas: Design – using examples to illustrate how male-centric design of equipment and medical devices affects patient safety. Data – discussing how data which does not account for differences between the sexes impacts on patient safety. Dismissal – considering the recurring theme from personal testimonials, and healthcare scandals in recent years, that women’s voices and patient safety concerns are being ignored or dismissed. We will reflect on the key patient safety issues and inequalities in each of these areas and offer our perspective on what needs to happen moving forward to prevent future avoidable harm.
  17. News Article
    Women and girls in England are being asked to share their experiences of the health system as part of a government strategy to address inequalities. Ministers say there is "strong evidence" services for female patients need improving. Fertility, maternity and menopause care are among the areas to be discussed. Campaigners say they are "delighted" steps are "finally" being taken to close the so-called "gender health gap". While women in the UK have a longer life expectancy than men, the Department for Health and Social Care says they are spending less of their life in good health. Nadine Dorries, minister for women's health, said: "Women's experiences of healthcare can vary and we want to ensure women are able to access the treatment and services they need. "It's crucial women's voices are at the front and centre of this strategy so we understand their experiences and how to improve their outcomes." Studies suggest gender biases in clinical trials are a contributing factor. Less is also said to be known about many female-specific conditions and how to treat them. Patients have repeatedly reported to the BBC that they have felt overlooked when talking to doctors about conditions like endometriosis or complications following a pelvic mesh repair. Read full story Source: BBC News, 6 March 2021
  18. News Article
    Endometriosis is not uncommon – in fact, it’s believed to affect one in 10 women/people who menstruate. Yet it’s still widely misunderstood, and those affected can struggle for years before getting proper help. Because it’s associated with the menstrual cycle (it occurs when cells similar to those that grow in the womb lining grow outside the womb too, resulting in inflammation, scar tissue or adhesions and blood-filled cysts/endometriomas), it’s often dismissed as being ‘just bad periods’. But endometriosis is a medical condition which can have a huge impact. To mark Endometriosis Month, Abi Jackson helps bust some misconceptions around this common condition. Read full story Source: The Independent, 1 March 2021
  19. News Article
    New stats from Endometriosis UK this week for Endometriosis Awareness Month reveal that 62% of women (aged 16-54) would put off going to a doctor with symptoms of endometriosis. Reasons include they don’t think it’s serious enough to bother a doctor with, they’d be embarrassed, they don’t think they’d be taken seriously, or they think symptoms including painful periods are normal. This statistic rises to 80% of 16-24-year-olds. 1.5 million UK women are currently living with endometriosis, with average diagnosis time standing at an unacceptable 8 years Endometriosis UK says it is vital that Governments, society, the NHS and workplaces wake-up and recognise the symptoms and impact endometriosis can have, and afford those with the condition the support and access to treatment they need to manage their symptoms. Commenting on the new research, Emma Cox, CEO of Endometriosis UK said: “Endometriosis is a long-term chronic health condition affecting 1.5 million in the UK, yet it still all too often considered a taboo or not important due to links with the menstrual cycle. Symptoms including chronic pelvic pain, painful periods, painful bladder and bowel movements, and infertility, can have a major, life-long impact, physically and mentally. But far too many find their symptoms are not believed nor taken seriously." “Myths such as “chronic period pain is normal” or “you must have a low pain threshold” manifesting in society, workplaces, schools, and even healthcare settings contribute to those experiencing symptoms being put off from seeking medical advice and contribute to diagnosis taking on average a shocking 8 years. “The impact of delayed diagnosis on people’s physical and mental health can’t be overstated. If undiagnosed, the disease may progress, and negatively impact people’s careers, education, relationships and all aspects of their life.” Read full story Source: Endometriosis UK, 1 March 2021
  20. Content Article
    Women share their personal experiences to Endometriosis UK of getting diagnosed with endometriosis.
  21. Content Article
    It takes around seven to eight years on average for a woman to get diagnosed with endometriosis from the time she starts experiencing symptoms. Whilst this has reduced from the eleven years measured previously, it is still far too long. The symptoms of endometriosis are very similar to other common conditions. It's important to share as much information with your doctor as possible To help you prepare for a GP appointment, Endometriosis UK has produced a factsheet giving tips on what to say to your GP, what will happen at your appointment, what to do if you are not satisfied that your symptoms are being properly looked into by your GP, how to get a referral and questions to ask your GP.
  22. News Article
    About 31,000 women in London are being offered "do-it-at-home" tests to check for early warnings of cervical cancer, as part of an NHS trial. It could be a way to encourage more women to get screened, experts hope. Embarrassment, cultural barriers and worries about Covid, along with many other factors, can stop women going for smear tests at a clinic or GP surgery. Smear-test delays during the pandemic prompted calls for home-screening kits from cervical cancer charities. The swabbing involves using a long, thin cotton bud to take a sample from inside the vagina, which is then sent by post for testing. If the results reveal an infection called human papillomavirus (HPV) they will be invited to their GP for a standard smear test to closely examine the cells of their cervix. Dr Anita Lim, from King's College London, who is leading the YouScreen trial, said: "Women who don't come for regular screening are at the highest risk of developing cervical cancer. "So it is crucial that we find ways like this to make screening easier and protect women from what is a largely preventable cancer. Self-sampling is a game-changer." Read full story Source: BBC News, 24 February 2021
  23. Content Article
    At the First Do No Harm All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) meeting on 26 January 2021 with the Minister for Patient Safety, Nadine Dorries MP, attendees asked a large number of questions, not all of which could be answered by the Minister due to time constraints. The unanswered questions were submitted to the Minister’s office at the Department for Health and Social Care for a written response. The Department has now provided answers.
  24. Content Article
    On this site you will find information about the Transvaginal Mesh Case Record Review. This Review has been commissioned by the Scottish Government to address concerns raised by women about whether their case records accurately reflect the treatment they have received, specifically in relation to full and partial removal of mesh.
  25. Content Article
    In this blog Patient Safety Learning reflects on responses received from Robin Swann MLA, Minister of Health (Northern Ireland), Jeane Freeman MSP, Cabinet Secretary for Health and Sport (Scotland) and Vaughan Gething MS, Minister for Health and Social Services (Wales), regarding concerns about painful hysteroscopy procedures in the NHS.
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