The dramatic success of the bed and its derivatives can be seen in many countries. A new specification is part of the King's Fund centenary celebrations. The King's Fund bed needs to be systematically reviewed to take into account issues as diverse as the increasing proportion of severely disabled people managed in their own homes and changes in the staffing and running of hospitals. Readers of Bandolier who would like to make their opinions felt about the bed can write to the King's Fund. Health Technology Assessment asked us to solicit the questions which you need them to tackle form to fill in .
Trials take time, as do comprehensive systematic reviews.
The review on migraine is a Saturday night special, and carries a health warning that it is not complete. It is unrealistic to argue that we shouldn't take a view on something until all the evidence is in. We have to do the best we can and be honest about the shortcomings.