The Infected Blood Inquiry
Many gastroenterologists and hepatologists will have patients under our care who acquired hepatitis (and other blood borne viruses) from infected blood and have had treatment for these infections. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to all those who have needlessly suffered because of the failings outlined in this report.
Dr Coral Hollywood, VP Hepatology
Dr Tim Cross, President of BASL
Pause to UKHSA Helicobacter pylori isolation and Antimicrobial Sensitivity Testing Service
As a result of increasing volumes of specimens received exceeding capacity, the UKHSA Gastrointestinal Bacteria Reference Unit (GBRU) are pausing the routine UKHSA Briefing Note BN2025/003 Issued 17 January 2025
Read the new Gastroenterology Advice & Guidance
The NHS has seen major changes to outpatient services in recent years, accelerated by adopting remote consultations and telemedicine during the pandemic. This guide provides advice and templates for a key aspect of outpatient services, Advice and Guidance.
Alcohol Health Alliance urges action on alcohol-related deaths
Alcohol-related harm continues to place significant pressure on the healthcare system, with nearly 1 million hospital admissions each year linked to alcohol, costing the NHS £4.91 billion annually. The AHA has called for policies such as minimum unit pricing and increased funding for alcohol treatment services to reduce harm and improve public health.