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The ACPRC @theacprc.bsky.social · 5d

Reminder to vote for your next Research Champion and Home Vent Champion- closing 24/10/25 - www.acprc.org.uk/news/researc...

Research champion and home ventilation champions posts - have your say....

We were delighted to receive so much interest in both of these roles, particularly the new home ventilation champion post. Thank you to everyone who took the time to contact us for further informatio...

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The ACPRC @theacprc.bsky.social · 9d

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The ACPRC @theacprc.bsky.social · 11d

Book now- estore.kcl.ac.uk/conferences-...

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MND Education @mndeducation.bsky.social · 13d

It's the last week to register for our webinar!

Respiratory physiotherapist Stephanie Mansell will explore @theacprc.bsky.social best practice on how to use LVR bags to help people with #MND with weakened cough

Book before 14 October👉 bit.ly/3KXfOUc

MND Webinar: Lung volume recruitment bags for people with MND - 21/10/25

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The ACPRC @theacprc.bsky.social · 18d

⭐️ New education grant process is underway
⭐️ Critical care listening session is this Friday at 8:30am
⭐️ New calendar of lunch&learn webinars is out!
⭐️ Update from the priority setting exercise for oncall
⭐️ plus much much more- short courses, conference updates, networks, external courses!

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The ACPRC @theacprc.bsky.social · 18d

For those keen beans you may have spotted our October newsletter is in your inbox! Check it out now, here’s some highlights:
⭐️ Applications open for 2 committee posts- Long Term Conditions and the new amalgamated post ACPRC Connect
⭐️ Vote now for your next Research champion and Home Vent champion

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The ACPRC @theacprc.bsky.social · 19d

Important info! Our lunchtime webinar this Friday is being postponed- watch this space for more info…and our October newsletter will be out asap!

The ACPRC @theacprc.bsky.social · 21d

Have you noticed voting is up for our 2 committee posts - Research Champion and our new Home Ventilation Champion! Head to our website to read their statements and cast your votes www.acprc.org.uk/news/researc...

Research champion and home ventilation champions posts - have your say....

We were delighted to receive so much interest in both of these roles, particularly the new home ventilation champion post. Thank you to everyone who took the time to contact us for further informatio...

www.acprc.org.uk

The ACPRC @theacprc.bsky.social · 21d

Evening all! Don't forget to contact us with any suggestions for the newly re-branded Evidence and Guidance Group (formally the Editorial Board)- we are keen to hear from members!

The ACPRC @theacprc.bsky.social · Sep 4

⭐️ALSO! Very importantly we have re-evaluated our bursary application process following feedback, this should further formalise the process, increase clarity, enhance communication & ensure timely reviews!⭐️

The ACPRC @theacprc.bsky.social · Sep 4

⭐️ 2 opportunities to join the committee!
⭐️ Reminder for our listening event & lunchtime webinar tomorrow!
⭐️ Exciting hybrid event on 26/9/25
⭐️ Ed board rebrand- ACPRC Evidence & Guidance Group
⭐️ ACPRC short course invite
Plus other stuff!

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The ACPRC @theacprc.bsky.social · Sep 4

It’s back! Our monthly newsletter arrived in members inboxes last night- get reading…

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MND Education @mndeducation.bsky.social · Sep 1

We're thrilled to announce we added a new webinar to our calendar of events!

Join us on 21 October to explore the physiology behind lung recruitment bags for people with #MND, evidence for their use & @theacprc.bsky.social's technical standards

Book now on mndassociation.org/education-ev...!

New webinar for MND professionals: Lung volume recruitment (LVR) bags for people with MND
Date: 21 October 2025
Time: 2-3pm
By the end of the session, you will have:
- a better understanding of what LVR bags are and the physiology behind them
- an increased awareness of the evidence base for LVR bags
- an understanding of the Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Respiratory Care (ACPRC) technical standards and how to assemble an LVR kit

Speaker: Stephanie Mansell MSc BSc (Hons) MCSP, Consultant Physiotherapist, NIHR Doctoral Research Fellow, Honorary Research Fellow - Royal Free NHS Foundation Trust, University College London

Find more details and book for free on www.mndassociation.org/education-events

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The ACPRC @theacprc.bsky.social · Aug 21

📞 Members! Please let us know if you have any requests for topics for webinars, lunch & learn sessions, and listening sessions!

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Prof Nicola Roberts @drnroberts.bsky.social · Jul 14

Could you share this with your networks, we are looking for

* Those with intellectual disabilities and asthma – forms.office.com/e/YLH2xJmJzj
* Carers/family members: forms.office.com/e/r0eGq2Kfdd
* Healthcare professionals - forms.office.com/e/S9LPm0A2wd

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The ACPRC @theacprc.bsky.social · Aug 6

Apologies for late reply- I’ll see if I can source a clickable link rather than a QR

The ACPRC @theacprc.bsky.social · Aug 4

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The ACPRC @theacprc.bsky.social · Jul 24

Public consultation open now: www.brit-thoracic.org.uk/quality-impr...

Pulmonary Rehabilitation | British Thoracic Society | Better lung health for all

The British Thoracic Society exists to improve standards of care for people who have respiratory diseases and to support and develop those who provide that care.

www.brit-thoracic.org.uk

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The ACPRC @theacprc.bsky.social · Jul 24

www.acprc.org.uk/news/call-fo...

Call for Participants – Clinician Survey on Health Literacy practice in COPD care

We are inviting clinicians to take part in a short survey exploring how you currently assess and address patients’ health literacy needs in COPD care.

www.acprc.org.uk

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The ACPRC @theacprc.bsky.social · Jul 17

Going to @thecsp.bsky.social conference? Have you submitted something respiratory related? Please let us know!

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Stephanie Mansell @skmansell.bsky.social · Jul 15

You might have seen me posting about @theacprc.bsky.social resources on simulation based education. There is a podcast out discussing the scoping review, commentary & position statement. Expertly hosted by Mandie Thomas & featuring Amy Bendall, Abby Greenwell & yours truly

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ACPRC Simulation podcast

YouTube video by The ACPRC

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The ACPRC @theacprc.bsky.social · Jul 15

So get your emails open & have a read- there’s lots more information and some requests for you to get in touch with us!

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The ACPRC @theacprc.bsky.social · Jul 15

A write up of SCTS conference from Rebecca and Alice- maybe one to think about attending next year!

Calls for participants for research-
- Impact of CPD on career
- Health literacy in COPD

External course- Collaborative Approach to Tracheostomy Care 14/11/25

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The ACPRC @theacprc.bsky.social · Jul 15

Reminder to apply for a place at our Oncall Priority Setting Meeting on 17/9/25 in Nottingham

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