Unpaid carers play a key role in the health and care system. Our new nutshell explores who is likely to be an unpaid carer, how often care is provided, who people care for and how care is funded. kingsfund.org.uk/insight-and-an…

We can't wait to hear what Fiona has to say on all things Parkinson's on Wednesday! Join us by clicking here: agile.csp.org.uk/courses #Parkinsons #CPD #Physiotherapy #OlderPeople Fiona Lindop MBE

Happy Occupational Therapy Week #OTWeek2024

Patient’s on Oxhey ward have done an amazing job in making these beautiful poppies for our display to remember all of those that have lost their lives in conflicts around the world.

Early mobilisation within 72 hours of admission for patients with CFS 4 or above can reduce deconditioning and improve outcomes - we all have a role here. It also enables us to recognise with certainty and therefore investigate a later deterioration #BGSconf

🥺 People with #delirium often have #hallucinations ℹ️ But mostly they don't tell staff or carers ➡️ Crucial to ask directly e.g. "Are you seeing anything around the bed that is frightening you?" More info: academic.oup.com/ageing/article…

We're happy to share the positive feedback we've received from a patient in FRAILTY UNIT, WGH. This is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the Frailty Team. Well done team! 👏👏👏. Please share 😃 #FFTFeedback #PatientCareNHS #FrailtyTeamWGH

Apply now: Recruitment - West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. Great opportunity to join the respiratory team in West Hertfordshire !

🎄On the seventh day of Christmas, #ChooseGeriatrics sent to me...seven rehab sessions! 🏋 Rehabilitation transforms recovery for older patients with frailty following acute illness or chronic health conditions. bgs.org.uk/12DaysofChrist…

'Rehab is key not just to good recovery but to prevention of future demand on the NHS.' 👏 Wes Streeting on the importance of rehab in making the NHS work, in response to a question by physiotherapist 💙Rachael Maskell MP MP. #RightToRehab

The ABCDEF Bundle helps reduce delirium. Implementing strategies like early mobility, reducing sedation, and engaging families improves patient outcomes. For World Delirium Awareness Day (March 12) explore evidence-based approaches at tinyurl.com/58c2ezuz #WDAD #Delirium #A2F

“Today is #WorldDeliriumDay! Delirium is a serious but often preventable condition that affects many, especially older adults. Early recognition and care can make a difference. Stay informed, spread awareness, and #ThinkDelirium!”St James's Hospital Katie Oakes she/her Archana Dsouza

We have an amazing opportunity for an experienced OT to join us as a Band 7 Clinical Educator for OT. Please see link westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/join-us/apply-… & share with your networks!

A patient returned for an ICU visit recently; struggling w/memories of #delirium Met a nurse who provided care. Didn't remember her until.. she took his hand. Memories of her holding his hand, "the warmth", came flooding back. Compassionate care matters. #ICUDelirium #Nursing

Published today! 📢 NICE guideline NG249 #Falls #BPPV Start management in community and primary care 💪🏻 If you want to learn how & improve patient care & pathways try Edge Hill University MSc module HEI 20 credits Dizziness & balance in Adults #CPD #competence #ACP #FCP Mersey Care NHS FT 🏳️‍🌈

💙 Free Dementia Clinics are returning to Watford this June💙 📅 23, 24 & 27 June 2025 📍 Nationwide, The Parade, Watford 🕊️ Speak privately with a specialist dementia nurse from Dementia UK 👉 Book your free appointment at dementiauk.org/information-an…

Relatives and close friends know the patient best. "This isn't like her normal self" is very commonly the first sign of #delirium. 👍 Staff: take this observation seriously & assess immediately for delirium with a tool like the 4AT.

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Rehab Awareness Week 2025 – show what rehab makes possible | The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy csp.org.uk/news/2025-09-0…

Missed #delirium = longer stays, more complications, higher mortality, massive costs. But hey, at least we saved 2 minutes by not doing a 4AT in the ED.