This guideline was developed before the COVID-19 pandemic. It covers diagnosing and managing pneumonia in adults who do not have COVID-19. It aims to improve accurate assessment and diagnosis of pneumonia to help guide antibiotic prescribing and ensure that people receive the right treatment.
July 2022:...
This guideline aims to increase the uptake of all vaccines provided on the NHS routine UK immunisation schedule by everyone who is eligible. It supports the aims of the NHS Long Term Plan, which includes actions to improve immunisation coverage by GPs (including the changes to vaccinations and immunisati...
This guideline covers the components of a good patient experience. It aims to make sure that all
adults using NHS services have the best possible experience of care....
This guideline covers the diagnosis and management of prostate cancer in secondary care,
including information on the best way to diagnose and identify different stages of the disease, and
how to manage adverse effects of treatment. It also includes recommendations on follow-up in
primary care for people...
This guideline covers the initial assessment of symptoms and signs that might indicate a
neurological condition. It helps non-specialist healthcare professionals to identify people who
should be offered referral for specialist investigation....
This guideline covers diagnosing and managing non-small-cell and small-cell lung cancer. It aims to
improve outcomes for patients by ensuring that the most effective tests and treatments are used,
and that people have access to suitable palliative care and follow-up....
This guideline covers recognising, assessing and treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in
children, young people and adults. It aims to improve quality of life by reducing symptoms of PTSD
such as anxiety, sleep problems and difficulties with concentration. Recommendations also aim to
raise awar...
This guideline covers increasing immunisation uptake among children and young people aged under 19 years in groups and settings where immunisation coverage is low. It aims to improve access to immunisation services and increase timely immunisation of children and young people. It also aims to ensure babi...
This guideline covers the planning and management of end of life and palliative care in for infants,
children and young people (aged 0–17 years) with life-limiting conditions. It aims to involve
children, young people and their families in decisions about their care, and improve the support
that is ava...
This guideline covers diagnosing and managing multiple sclerosis in people aged 18 and over. It aims to improve the quality of life for adults with multiple sclerosis by promoting symptom management, comprehensive reviews and effective relapse treatment. This guideline includes recommendations on: diagno...