Codeine for analgesia: restricted use in children and adolescents because of reports of morphine toxicity

Codeine should only be used to relieve acute moderate pain in children older than 12 years and only if it cannot be relieved by other painkillers such as paracetamol or ibuprofen alone.


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Diclofenac: information for patients

Research has shown that the risk of some heart and blood vessel problems may be higher with diclofenac (when taken by mouth) than with some alternative anti-inflammatories.


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More care homes facing unannounced inspections

The number of unannounced inspections of care homes in Scotland has risen in each of the last two years, figures released today show. Last year, inspectors from the care watchdog completed 1400 inspections of care homes for older people - of which over 98% were unannounced. The equivalent figure two years ago was 50%. Inspectors from the Care Inspectorate have the power to visit care homes 24 hours a day to check standards are being maintained. 


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Association for Continence Advice

The Association for Continence Advice is currently offering half price membership to new members for the first year membership.


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Living well in care homes

The College of Occupational Therapists is leading a project to support older people in care homes to experience a good home life.


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