RCGP responds to Government decision on prostate cancer screening
The RCGP says cancer screening must be evidence-based, responding to the Government's prostate screening decision.
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NSC advises against whole-population prostate cancer screening in final recommendation
The National Screening Committee advised against whole-population prostate screening, recommending a targeted approach.
NHS cervical screening programme – digital communication assets
Social media assets to promote cervical screening in the NHS App.
Notification for healthcare professionals – please do not refer patients to 119 to support with housebound or allergy pathway COVID-19 vaccinations
Don't refer housebound or allergy-pathway patients to 119 for COVID-19 vaccination.
Spring 26 COVID-19 vaccination programme – reminder on Spikevax LP.8.1 vaccine shelf life and stock management
Spikevax LP.8.1 has a short thawed shelf life; order only what clinics need.
Maternal RSV vaccination cuts infant hospitalisation risk by over 80 per cent
UKHSA study: maternal RSV vaccination cuts infant hospitalisation risk by over 80%.
GP additional guidance for seasonal vaccinations
GP additional guidance for seasonal vaccinations 2026/27: recording events and payments, including in PCN collaborations.
Green Book chapter 11 updated for the new childhood schedule
Network DES: changes to PCN vaccination requirements
COVID-19 2026 spring campaign starts
Spring 2026 COVID-19 campaign began on 13 April.