Harriet Lewis

Dec 3, 2024 | mondaq.com | Harriet Lewis

The silent risk: Uncovering the issue of sexual misconduct in healthcare The healthcare industry, whether in the public or private sector, is not immune to the effects of the #MeToo movement. Despite being centred on providing care, the healthcare industry has increasingly faced the urgent need to address sexual harassment and misconduct.

Oct 4, 2024 | mondaq.com | Harriet Lewis

The introduction of Martha's Rule in the UK healthcare system marks a significant stride towards enhancing patient safety and empowering patients and their families. This move comes at a time when public satisfaction with the NHS has plummeted to a record low of 29%1. While Martha's Rule will be formally implemented within NHS acute hospitals, some independent healthcare providers are already looking at how this new rule affects them.

Aug 20, 2024 | wtwco.com | Harriet Lewis

Patient safety remains a critical concern in healthcare systems worldwide. Despite significant efforts to improve safety practices, medical errors continue to be a leading cause of death and serious harm. In the United States alone, medical error is estimated to be the third leading cause of death[1]. A key challenge in addressing this issue is the chronic underreporting of errors and near misses, often due to fear of negative consequences[2],[3].

May 16, 2024 | employernews.co.uk | Harriet Lewis

‘Always-on culture’: Study of over 11,000 UK frontline workers over five years shows decline in wellbeing, as employees struggle to switch off Over half of frontline staff say work affects their mental and physical health – nearly one third higher than pre-pandemic levels Global study reveals financial concerns and increasingly stressful work environments for today’s deskless staff Retail and hospitality employees report highest levels of work-related ill health ‘Toxic’ environments, poor...

Dec 9, 2023 | lonestarliterary.com | Preston Lewis |Harriet Lewis

Home Magic Machine Series by Preston Lewis and Harriet Kocher Lewis Join us on a book blog tour! THE MAGIC MACHINE SERIES VOLUMES 1 & 2 By Preston Lewis and Harriet Kocher Lewis Nonfiction / Artificial Intelligence / Humor Publisher: Bariso Press FALL, 2023 Click the blogs to link up to book reviews! Those in bold are direct links and will be live on their scheduled dates. 12/13/23 Hall Ways Blog Series Spotlight 12/13/23 LSBBT Blog BONUS Stop 12/14/23 Forgotten Winds Review Jokes 12/15/23...