The NHS is to launch the world's largest early-warning system for seriously ill children in A&E departments across England
A new early-warning system is being introduced in A&E departments in England to help staff spot children who are deteriorating quickly. The Guardian describes it as the world's largest such system.
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Centre-rated outlets headline it: “A&E warning system to flag sick children deteriorating quickly” (BBC News).
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Right-rated outlets headline it: “NHS introduces new A&E warning system to spot seriously ill children faster” (Daily Mail).
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Who owns or funds the outlets covering this story (2 outlets)
| Outlet | Lean | Ownership & funding (MBFC) |
|---|---|---|
| BBC News | Centre | The BBC operates under a Royal Charter. Oversight is managed by the BBC Board, and regulatory authority rests with Ofcom. source |
| Daily Mail | Right | The Daily Mail is published by Associated Newspapers Limited, part of Daily Mail and General Trust (DMGT). DMGT is controlled by the Rothermere family and is 100% owned by Rothermere Continuation Limited. Jonathan Harmsworth, 4th Viscount Rothermere, serves as Chairman..push({}); DMGT became privately owned after delisting from the London Stock Exchange in 2022. source |