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Patients to be at the heart of A&E and ambulance care
Performance measures changed to improve patient outcomes.
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First step to improved NHS dentistry services
Proposals that will help improve outcomes for dental patients are published.
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Patients to benefit from new drug pricing system
Andrew Lansley sets out proposals for NHS patients to access innovative medicines.
Winterwatch
Get the latest NHS stats, plus a message from the Chief Medical Officer.
Health and care reform
Health Secretary on next steps for NHS.
Watching the partial eclipse
Make sure you protect your eyes if you're watching the partial eclipse.