New draft guidance from NICE, says that a number of commonly used drug treatments for chronic primary pain have little or no evidence that they work and shouldn’t be prescribed. The draft clinical guidelines published on 3 August 2020, looks at the assessment and management of chronic pain in over 16s. The guidance says that patients […]
BCA members looking for advice on local lockdowns and how this affects them can read more on the member area of our website. Visit the information on local lockdowns in the BCA member area
The Government has announced changes to quarantine rules from today: Health and care workers to self-isolate on return to England from high-risk countries Members can read our guidance on this in today’s FAQs, (featured in our In Touch email), which is in your inboxes now and on the Coronavirus Info Hub.
The Prime Minister today announced ‘a £2bn cycling and walking revolution’, as part of a plan “to build a healthier, more active nation”. So, if this has tempted you to get on your bike, our member and cycling enthusiast Craig McLean has some tips for you; “Whether you’re a beginner or picking cycling back up, […]
Summer holidays are one of the highlights of the year but as life under lockdown continues to evolve, it’s likely that many of us will be staying closer to home and enjoying some time away in the UK. Travelling long distances in the car, taking on new outdoor activities or sleeping in a new bed […]
Supporting our members during the COVID-19 pandemic As the professional association for the majority of chiropractors in the UK, the BCA is working hard to support and represent our members through the challenges that COVID-19 has presented. BCA members and members of the public will find the latest updates on our work regarding the COVID-19 situation on […]
BCA members in Northern Ireland should prepare to move to ‘Telehealth considered. Risk assessed face-to-face consultations for routine/maintenance cases’ with effect from Monday 29 June. The Northern Ireland Executive has introduced a number of Step 3 measures in recent days and it is judged appropriate to make this change with effect from 29 June, as Step 4 measures have […]
BCA members in Wales should prepare to move to ‘Telehealth considered. Risk assessed face-to-face consultations for all cases including routine/maintenance cases’ with effect from 22nd June. The Welsh Government has introduced a number of Amber measures with effect from 22 June, which correspond with this trigger point for BCA advice. Read our patient and public information
BCA members in Scotland should prepare to move to ‘Telehealth considered. Risk assessed face-to-face consultations for urgent cases only’ with effect from Monday 22 June. The Scottish Government has introduced a number of Phase 2 measures with effect from 22 June, which correspond with this trigger point for BCA advice. Read our patient and public information
We have been taking time to listen and to educate ourselves on the race and equality issues raised by the recent protests. We are taking the opportunity to reflect on and listen to the lived experience of our BAME members, as well as our wider community, through a process of feedback and consultation with members. […]