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Dr Kathryn Mannix

@drkathrynmannix.bsky.social

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Former palliative care doctor Campaigning for better public understanding & conversations about dying Writer: With The End In Mind & Listen Speaker Hopeful despite the circumstances. www.kathrynmannix.com

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Dr Kathryn Mannix @drkathrynmannix.bsky.social · 2d

Happy #WorldHospiceAndPalliativeCareDay.
What if we in High Income Countries reclaimed dying?
Even more important, what if #PalliativeCare was available to more than 4% of people in low & middle income countries?
#Justice
#UniversalHealthcare
#WHPCDay25

Canadian Virtual Hospice @virtualhospice.bsky.social · 3d

Today is #WHPCDay25! In this video, #palliativecare leader, Dr. Kathryn Mannix calls for dying to be reclaimed as an important and intimate part of every human being’s life. To shift from a medicalized approach to a holistic one. #WHPCD

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Dr Kathryn Mannix @drkathrynmannix.bsky.social · 3d

'I wake up every morning in my bed and on a planet.'
The zoomed-out, joined up view of our interconnectedness.
Worth a few minutes of your time.
bigthinkmedia.substack.com/p/i-went-to-...

I went to space and discovered an enormous lie

What astronaut Ron Garan saw in space changed his life forever – here’s what it taught him.

bigthinkmedia.substack.com

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Dr Kathryn Mannix @drkathrynmannix.bsky.social · 3d

I am weak with laughing 🤣

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Dr Kathryn Mannix @drkathrynmannix.bsky.social · 3d

On all levels 😂

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Dr Kathryn Mannix @drkathrynmannix.bsky.social · 6d

Great to hear video genius @drjrubenstein.bsky.social chatting to @clarefuller.bsky.social about dignity therapy, using videos as intros to tricky topics, & helping colleagues to make more timely referrals.
This video is one of my faves:
'Don't Make It Wierd'
youtu.be/nkWrJeBq0hI?...
#MedSky

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Dr Kathryn Mannix @drkathrynmannix.bsky.social · 10d

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Dr Kathryn Mannix @drkathrynmannix.bsky.social · 11d

Thank you.
I love the idea that the wisdom I learned from those colleagues, patients & families is still helping new doctors.
It salves (somewhat) my discomfort at telling stories for which I cannot seek permission. I hope every person whose story I've shared would be glad to know they are helping.

Dr Kathryn Mannix @drkathrynmannix.bsky.social · 11d

Honoured to be mentioned in despatches! Thanks @clarefuller.bsky.social @mancunianmedic.bsky.social
Excellent discussion abt helping patients & families understand progressing, long-term, incurable yet 'manageable' conditions, & poignant exploration of what is 'a good death' in different families.

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Dr Kathryn Mannix @drkathrynmannix.bsky.social · 12d

Final edits.
Intensive tea consumption.

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Dr Kathryn Mannix @drkathrynmannix.bsky.social · 13d

Carmarthen
Friday 10th October, afternoon.
Tickets are £2.50 with free tickets available.
bit.ly/4gHOncZ

Dr Kathryn Mannix Event | soulmidwife

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Dr Kathryn Mannix @drkathrynmannix.bsky.social · 13d

Aberystwyth
Tuesday 7th Oct, evening.
Book to ensure a seat - tickets are free but space is limited.
bit.ly/3VH7aM3

Microsoft Forms

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Dr Kathryn Mannix @drkathrynmannix.bsky.social · 13d

Next week I'll be visiting hospice and palliative care organisations in South Wales.
There will also be two public events:
Tuesday 7th Oct, evening of chat and refreshments in Aberystwyth
Friday 10th Oct, afternoon of chat and cakes in Carmarthen.
Info and tickets for ⬇️
Please share!

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Mark Hazelwood @palliativescot.bsky.social · 15d

@drkathrynmannix.bsky.social Edinburgh is famously accessible from the NE of England, & we are always delighted to welcome palliative care people across the border to our conferences. We have a great line up this year, closer & cheaper than London. www.palliativecarescotland.org.uk/content/annu...

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Irene Tuffrey-Wijne @tuffrey-wijne.com · 17d

Missed our webinar? The recording is now on YouTube, so you can catch up!

youtu.be/AK_2EtY8VXo

WEBINAR: Talking about dying with people with learning disabilities

YouTube video by Victoria & Stuart Project

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Dr Kathryn Mannix @drkathrynmannix.bsky.social · 16d

Thanks, Ian!

Dr Kathryn Mannix @drkathrynmannix.bsky.social · 16d

We're in the pink, for sure 🤣

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Dr Kathryn Mannix @drkathrynmannix.bsky.social · 16d

Angry beets sound terrifying! 😱

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Dr Kathryn Mannix @drkathrynmannix.bsky.social · 16d

Australian friends and followers, I'm excited to say I'll be in Sydney and Adelaide in June 2026.
Who should I meet?
Where should I visit?
Who are our people down under?

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Dr Kathryn Mannix @drkathrynmannix.bsky.social · 16d

I've got a grip of much of Phy§ick, and though not much to offer on 'making Cloth,' I could perhaps be considered to have experience alongside 'Dying'...
Clearly an Incompleat Woman 😆

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Dr Kathryn Mannix @drkathrynmannix.bsky.social · 16d

Speggtacular

Dr Kathryn Mannix @drkathrynmannix.bsky.social · 17d

I put in the oven.
Then forgot it.
Oops....

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Dr Kathryn Mannix @drkathrynmannix.bsky.social · 19d

Looking forward to it!
A bientôt!

Dr Kathryn Mannix @drkathrynmannix.bsky.social · 28d

Thank you 🧡

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The When You Die Project @whenyoudie.bsky.social · 29d

Here is a short animation voiced by @drkathrynmannix.bsky.social which guides you gently on a step by step journey through the process of dying
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ayMh...

Dying for Beginners | Dr Kathryn Mannix

YouTube video by Theos Think Tank

www.youtube.com

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Clare Fuller @clarefuller.bsky.social · 29d

ACP Day 2026: What matters most to YOU?

In the latest podcast Dani, James & I:
✨ Share highlights from #ACPDay2025
✨ Announce #ACPDay2026
✨ Invite YOU to shape the 2026 content!

#AdvanceCarePlanning
@drkathrynmannix.bsky.social
🎤https://speakforme.co.uk/podcast-episode-133

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