Things in the library 9 April

Tough things..
Plans for the NHS in the coming year look impossible to deliver despite comments from the prime minister on long term NHS funding, according to a detailed analysis by NHS Providers.

The report Tough Task: The NHS delivering for patients and staff in 2018/19 presents a stark and worrying assessment of the challenges facing NHS trusts this coming financial year.
The report reveals widespread scepticism about the ability of the service to meet performance and financial targets in 2018/19.

Things about weight perception..

A study in the Lancet in 2017 described the global trends in the prevalence of obesity, overweight and underweight in children, adolescents and adults from 1975 to 2016. Parent's play a vital role in controlling children's weight and one important aspect is how parents perceive their children's weight status. They must be aware of any growth deviations in their children, such overweight or obesity, in order to take action. This editorial in Acta Paediatrica discusses papers relevant to this issue.


Things working closer together..

NHS England and NHS Improvement have revealed their intention to work much more closely together to maximise efficiencies and reduce duplication.
From September 2018 (subject to board approval), the groups intend to increase integration and alignment of national programmes and activities, led by one team where possible, as well as integration of NHS England and NHS Improvement regional teams, to be led in each case by one regional director working for both organisations.

Details of the proposals are available here.

Things on the move..

Thousands of runners will be taking part in the Asda Foundation Sheffield Half Marathon this Sunday 8th April. With a city centre start and finish, the event boasts a super scenic route with stunning views of the Peak District for those who conquer the climb to Ringinglow. 

Check the route for where road closures will be. 

Things from Madeira

Sarah has just returned from the island and discovered some interesting things..

The famous Madeira cake is not from Madeira.  It was named after Madeira wine, invented in the 1800s and often served with it.

The recipe can be found here

Madeirans produce their own traditional cake - bolo de mel, a dark, spicy, honey cake.  It is similar to an English Christmas cake and has great depth of flavour.

The recipe can be found here

Madeira wine is produced in a variety of styles ranging from dry wines which can be consumed on their own as an aperitif to sweet wines usually consumed with dessert. Cheaper cooking versions are often flavoured with salt and pepper for use in cooking, but these are not fit for consumption as a beverage.