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Mary Guy @maryjguy.bsky.social · 2d

📣New article!

We use publicly-available NHS referral data to outline the private healthcare market for NHS patients 2008-2024, and to review NHS patient choice policies since New Labour. (1/3)

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NHS Patient Choice Policy in England: What Mapping the Private Healthcare Market for NHS Patients Can Tell Us - Liverpool Law Review

This article examines how the private healthcare market supports successive governments’ commitment in the English National Health Service (NHS) to patient choice of NHS or private provider. The Labou...

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Sarah Tilsed @sarahtilsed.bsky.social · 9h

There are many reasons why missed appointments happen, & some of the causes can be complex. ‘Missingness’ can have poor outcomes for patients & research shows that those who experience greatest health inequalities are at highest risk. Join our webinar!
www.patients-association.org.uk/Event/missin...

Missingness: exploring why patients miss multiple appointments and how the system can support - 19/11/2025 12:30:00

This webinar will highlight perspectives that patients, and healthcare professionals, may not have considered, helping us all to think creatively about how to make visiting healthcare services as acce...

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Andrew Gregory @andrewgregory.com · 9h

Thousands of people are taking legal action against the US pharmaceutical company Johnson & Johnson, claiming it knowingly sold baby powder containing asbestos-contaminated talc in the UK.

Thousands in UK take legal action against Johnson & Johnson over alleged talc cancer link

High court claim says company knowingly sold product containing asbestos and ‘concealed’ risk to public

www.theguardian.com

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Nuffield Trust @nuffieldtrust.org.uk · 14h

NEW ANALYSIS: Children are facing unacceptably long waits for NHS community services, with almost 1 in 4 on the list waiting for over a year, compared to 1 in 100 adults.

Read the briefing: buff.ly/cvTzV5t

#QualityWatch analysis with @healthfoundation.bsky.social

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British Dental Association @thebda.bsky.social · 8h

🌍It's #WorldFoodDay and we need to ensure everyone can access healthy, affordable food.

That means a world where Government does more to rein in Big Food.

Where junk can't be marketed as a 'healthy option.'

Sign here if you agree👉 https://you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/make-sugar-the-new-tobacco

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Trish Greenhalgh @trishgreenhalgh.bsky.social · 1d

Our MSc module 'Patients, Citizens and the Politics of Evidence' runs from 8-12 December @ox.ac.uk. Open to stand-alone students as a freestanding short course. #healthpolicy

lifelong-learning.ox.ac.uk/courses/pati...

Patients, Citizens and the Politics of Evidence

Examining the role of patients and citizens in providing evidence for health care research

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The BMJ @bmj.com · 1d

How can inclusive innovation close the global women’s health gap?

The BMJ and @gatesfoundation.bsky.social are examining this question in a new Collection.

Join us online Tuesday 21 October at 14.00 BST for the official Launch Event
bit.ly/3WFaM1k

Launch of the BMJ Collection on Women's Health Innovation

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Cheshire and Merseyside Cancer Alliance @cmcanceralliance.bsky.social · 1d

Have you been diagnosed with cancer as an adult?
Can you help with a NHS national survey that will tell researchers about the positive and negative aspects of your cancer diagnosis and treatment, and how this may have affected your life.
To take part, see: imperial.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...

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Lisa Thom @agathacrispie.bsky.social · 1d

An excellent module. One I think all healthcare researchers, clinicians and policymakers would learn a lot from, though I do suppose I am pretty biased ☺️

Trish Greenhalgh @trishgreenhalgh.bsky.social · 1d

Our MSc module 'Patients, Citizens and the Politics of Evidence' runs from 8-12 December @ox.ac.uk. Open to stand-alone students as a freestanding short course. #healthpolicy

lifelong-learning.ox.ac.uk/courses/pati...

Patients, Citizens and the Politics of Evidence

Examining the role of patients and citizens in providing evidence for health care research

lifelong-learning.ox.ac.uk

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Patient Safety Learning @patientsafetylearning.org · 1d

🆕What's it like being a woman with a heart condition? Patient advocate Risa Mallory tells us her experience… www.pslhub.org/learn/patien... #patientsafety

Women’s heart health - a patient safety priority

In this blog Risa talks about her experience and the patient safety issues she's observed as a woman with a heart condition.

www.pslhub.org

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George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust @gehnhstrust.bsky.social · 2d

We were delighted to welcome the Right Reverend Sophie Jelley, Bishop of Coventry, to George Eliot Hospital yesterday.

The visit was an opportunity to discuss the fantastic work our Chaplaincy do and the important role they play within the hospital.

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MarieCurieEOLC @mariecurieeolc.bsky.social · 2d

⏰ There's one week left to submit abstracts for the Marie Curie Research into Practice Conference 2026!

The deadline to submit is Tuesday 21 October. Visit our website to find out more 👇
www.mariecurie.org.uk/research-and...

MarieCurieEOLC @mariecurieeolc.bsky.social · Aug 5

🚨Calling researchers - Submissions for abstracts and spotlight sessions for the Marie Curie Research into Practice Conference 2026 are now open!
www.mariecurie.org.uk/research-and...

Conference submissions are open. We are welcoming abstract and spotlight session submissions for the Marie Curie Research into Practice Conference 2026.

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EPH Conference @ephconference.bsky.social · 2d

🧠 Plenary 2: Public health in the era of misinformation and disinformation

At #EPH2025, this plenary — organised by @eupha.bsky.social — is a wake-up call to Europe’s public health community. It will tackle not just mis- and disinformation but the erosion of trust, funding, & democratic support.

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Glasgow Caledonian University @glasgowcaledonian.bsky.social · 2d

Senior Lecturer in Applied Psychology @drlizamorton.bsky.social has been named as a finalist in the Volunteers Award category in this year’s Scotland’s Health Awards in recognition of her tireless campaign work. 👏

👉 Read the full story: www.gcu.ac.uk/aboutgcu/uni...

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The King's Fund @thekingsfund.bsky.social · 2d

With increasing pressure on budgets and demand, neighbourhood health services need better approaches. At today’s Moving Care Closer to Home event at The King’s Fund, we’re exploring inspiring examples, and you can read more in our blog.

Follow the conversation: #KFCloserToHome

Unleashing The Power Of Communities | The King's Fund

With shrinking budgets but increasing demand, neighbourhood health needs to find radical ways to meet local needs. Adam Lent and Minal Bakhai explore how some places are doing just that.

www.kingsfund.org.uk

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Healthwatch Somerset @healthwatchsom.bsky.social · 2d

Somerset, Wiltshire, Avon & Gloucestershire Cancer Alliance is working to uncover inequalities and barriers to accessing cancer care and shape how services can be improved. They want to hear from you - so complete their survey: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/CancerScre...

This shows a black and white photo with a cancer patient in bed and a doctor sat next to him looking at his chart.

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Pregnancy Loss Research Group @pregnancylossie.bsky.social · 3d

UCC launches Irelands first Pregnancy Loss Support Policy for University staff 💜

www.ucc.ie/en/news/2025...

@keelinodonoghue.bsky.social @maritahennessy.bsky.social @joh2024.bsky.social @ucc.ie @uccresearch.bsky.social @infantcentreucc.bsky.social @ucclibrary.bsky.social @uccalumni.bsky.social

UCC launches Irelands first Pregnancy Loss Support Policy for University staff | University College Cork

Discover the latest impact of University College Cork with news and views from our leading research experts, our students and our graduates

www.ucc.ie

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Carceral Abolition @carceralabolition.bsky.social · 2d

How Lego MRI scanner sets are reducing anxiety in children undergoing medical treatment www.cnbc.com/2025/10/13/l...

How Lego MRI scanner sets are reducing anxiety in children undergoing medical treatment

Lego's MRI scanner play sets, which launched in 2023, are significantly reducing anxiety and the use of sedation in children, according to new research.

www.cnbc.com

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Matthew Kalman Mezey @matthewmezey.bsky.social · 2d

Want to learn and share practical ways to end the culture of silence in many of our organisations? Join Dr David Naylor (King's Fund) and the Joy in Work Curiosity Cafe on Friday. All welcome.
More info/register: q.health.org.uk/get-involved...

Joy in Work Curiosity Collective: Unsilenced: what happens next?

Join us on 17 October for Joy in Work Curiosity Collective: Unsilenced: What happens next?

q.health.org.uk

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Library and Knowledge Services at NHS Highland @nhshlibraries.bsky.social · 2d

Look for interesting stories about prostate cancer, a lucky owl, and rhynophyma sway.cloud.microsoft/falWrEAvtgI2...

In the News Tuesday 14 October 2025

A carefully curated list from today's mainstream media

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Paul Belcher FRCP MFPH Hon 🇪🇺🇬🇧 @pauljbelcher.bsky.social · 2d

🇪🇺Council of Europe: Protection of #health is vital for a healthy #democracy and is a measure of democratic resilience

Article by @coe.int “Health in the age of #disinformation: Protecting truth, protecting democracy” for @worldhealthsummit.bsky.social #WHS2025 this week

www.coe.int/be/web/porta...

Secretary General: Protection of health is vital for a healthy democracy - Portal - www.coe.int

<p>In a healthy democracy, patients must know what to believe and whom to trust</p>

www.coe.int

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Children's Hyperinsulinism Charity UK and Ireland @chcharityuk.bsky.social · 2d

📢 Student volunteer, Mihika, is highlighting some of the common misconceptions surrounding Hyperinsulinism.

Misunderstandings about HI can make it harder to access the right care & support. By separating fact from fiction, we can help build greater awareness & understanding for the HI community.

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Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust @shpu.bsky.social · 3d

We’re relaunching Care Opinion this Friday! 🎉

Your feedback matters, and we’re making it easier than ever to share it. Whether you're a service user, carer, or staff member, your voice helps us learn, improve, and celebrate what’s working.

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The BMJ @bmj.com · 3d

“You can make a diagnosis, explain it to the patient and their family, and start treatment—all without moving them. It’s effective and personal.”

@danlasserson.bsky.social explains why ambulatory care is so rewarding
www.bmj.com/content/391/...

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Hannah @policyhannah.bsky.social · 3d

Their framing of 'government control vs. individual choice' also conveniently omits the influence, control, and pressures from commercial interests.

In reality, people *want* the Government to take on big businesses to protect the health of the population 👇

www.ippr.org/articles/the...

The health mandate: The voters' verdict on government intervention | IPPR

The NHS ranks just behind the cost of living as the second most pressing issue facing the country, but this concern goes beyond access to treatment. Voters

www.ippr.org

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