Orla Fitzsimmons (@orlafitzsimm0ns) 's Twitter Profile
Orla Fitzsimmons

@orlafitzsimm0ns

Policy, Campaigns & Public Affairs Officer for the Patients Association (@PatientsAssoc). All views my own

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UK Covid-19 Inquiry (@covidinquiryuk) 's Twitter Profile Photo

/1 Every Story Matters is the largest public listening exercise ever undertaken by a UK public inquiry. So far we have published four themed #EveryStoryMatters records - that include some of the 58,000 stories shared with us of people’s experiences during the pandemic...

/1 Every Story Matters is the largest public listening exercise ever undertaken by a UK public inquiry.   

So far we have published four themed #EveryStoryMatters records - that include some of the 58,000 stories shared with us of people’s experiences during the pandemic...
Plymouth City Council (@plymouthcc) 's Twitter Profile Photo

We don’t close Tinside Lido in summer lightly – but putting Plymouth on the global stage was worth it. Rolls-Royce chose our iconic lido to celebrate 100 years of Phantom. The result? Stunning images set to be seen worldwide, showcasing our city’s beauty, ambition & flair.

We don’t close Tinside Lido in summer lightly – but putting Plymouth on the global stage was worth it.

<a href="/RollsRoyce/">Rolls-Royce</a>  chose our iconic lido to celebrate 100 years of Phantom. The result? Stunning images set to be seen worldwide, showcasing our city’s beauty, ambition &amp; flair.
Patients Association (@patientsassoc) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Today we celebrate #EmergencyServicesDay by thanking the 2 million people working and volunteering across the NHS and emergency services. Every role matters, on the frontlines and behind the scenes. Thank you for all you do. 🌟💙🚑@999day

Sarah Tilsed (@sarahtilsed) 's Twitter Profile Photo

At The King's Fund event today, Wes Streeting spoke about how good performance will be incentivised, league tables, & neighbourhood health programmes. (I also presented on engaging patients when creating new technology, but didnt have quite the same sized audience 🤣) #KF10YearPlan

At <a href="/TheKingsFund/">The King's Fund</a> event today, <a href="/wesstreeting/">Wes Streeting</a> spoke about how good performance will be incentivised, league tables, &amp; neighbourhood health programmes. (I also presented on engaging patients when creating new technology, but didnt have quite the same sized audience 🤣)
#KF10YearPlan
Healthwatch England (@healthwatche) 's Twitter Profile Photo

You can now book your flu and Covid-19 vaccine online or via the NHS App if you’re eligible.  Appointments will start from 1 October.  You don’t need to wait to be invited. Find out more and book now: nhs.uk/nhs-services/v…

You can now book your flu and Covid-19 vaccine online or via the NHS App if you’re eligible.  Appointments will start from 1 October. 

You don’t need to wait to be invited. Find out more and book now: nhs.uk/nhs-services/v…
Nottinghamshire Healthcare (@nottshealthcare) 's Twitter Profile Photo

It’s National Suicide Memorial Day for Health & Care Workers. Let’s remember & honour colleagues, friends & loved ones who we have tragically lost. If you’re struggling, support is available. Call our crisis line 24/7 - Freephone 0808 196 3779 or NHS 111, option 2.

It’s National Suicide Memorial Day for Health &amp; Care Workers. Let’s remember &amp; honour colleagues, friends &amp; loved ones who we have tragically lost. 

If you’re struggling, support is available. Call our crisis line 24/7 - Freephone 0808 196 3779 or NHS 111, option 2.
Patients Association (@patientsassoc) 's Twitter Profile Photo

🧒Every child deserves safe, high-quality care no matter who they are or where they’re born. On #WorldPatientSafetyDay, we’re calling for action to make health equity from day one a reality. 🔗 Read more from Orla Fitzsimmons on our blog: patients-association.org.uk/blog/health-eq…

World Health Organization (WHO) (@who) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Today is #WorldPatientSafetyDay Children rely on their parents and caregivers to make decisions and keep them safe when receiving care. Practical steps for parents and caregivers: 🪁 Keep track of symptoms, medications and appointments 🪁 Ask questions and stay informed 🪁

Today is #WorldPatientSafetyDay

Children rely on their parents and caregivers to make decisions and keep them safe when receiving care.

Practical steps for parents and caregivers:
🪁 Keep track of symptoms, medications and appointments
🪁 Ask questions and stay informed
🪁
Patients Association (@patientsassoc) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Our Chief Exec Rachel Power is on the first panel of the day highlighting the need to move beyond patient participation to genuine partnership between patients, the NHS and industry #KFLifeSciences

Patients Association (@patientsassoc) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Too often, neurodivergent south Asian women are dismissed or misunderstood in healthcare. Patient advocate Mala shares why inclusion, empathy, and small changes can transform trust and outcomes. 👉 Read her blog: buff.ly/HJrLD7K

UK Covid-19 Inquiry (@covidinquiryuk) 's Twitter Profile Photo

1/ Still to come in 2025… 🗓️ This year is our busiest yet, holding public hearings across six different investigations, publishing our second major report… and much more. Secretary to the Inquiry, Ben Connah, sets out the rest of the year ahead in this 📽️ 👇

Healthwatch England (@healthwatche) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Thanks to your feedback, we advocated for NHS England to publish better data to highlight and address inequalities in people's experience of waiting for NHS treatment - bit.ly/4nhPO4h

Thanks to your feedback, we advocated for NHS England to publish better data to highlight and address inequalities in people's experience of waiting for NHS treatment - bit.ly/4nhPO4h
Black History Month 2025 (@bhmuk) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Happy #Blackhistorymonth2025 ! This October, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and brilliance of Black communities across the UK and beyond. A time to honour the trailblazers who shaped history, the changemakers building our present, and the visionaries inspiring our future.

Patients Association (@patientsassoc) 's Twitter Profile Photo

At the The Labour Party Conference, Rachel Power chaired a panel on life sciences. Speaking with experts in the industry, the panel discussed how the UK can become a global leader in life sciences, and heard examples at the local level from the Liverpool City Region. Total Politics

At the <a href="/UKLabour/">The Labour Party</a> Conference, <a href="/rachelpower222/">Rachel Power</a> chaired a panel on life sciences. Speaking with experts in the industry, the panel discussed how the UK can become a global leader in life sciences, and heard examples at the local level from the Liverpool City Region. <a href="/TotalPolitics/">Total Politics</a>
Healthwatch England (@healthwatche) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Talking is good for your mental health. And talking about mental health is important, but starting the conversation isn't always easy. Today is World Mental Health Day - check out our articles to help you look after yourself and where you can get support - bit.ly/48BJP6b

Talking is good for your mental health. And talking about mental health is important, but starting the conversation isn't always easy. Today is World Mental Health Day - check out our articles to help you look after yourself and where you can get support - bit.ly/48BJP6b
NHS England (@nhsengland) 's Twitter Profile Photo

People at risk of HIV will be offered a new PrEP injection on the NHS if they cannot have pills to protect them from the virus. Dr Michael Brady, our National Advisor for LGBT Health, explains more about the new PrEP option that will soon be available for some ⬇️

Healthwatch Barnet (@hwbarnet) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Do you know that there are Care Navigators at GP surgeries? Care Navigators can refer you and help you access the support you need without having to see your doctor. Ask your GP practice if they have a Care Navigator service. #NHS

Do you know that there are Care Navigators at GP surgeries? Care Navigators can refer you and help you access the support you need without having to see your doctor. Ask your GP practice if they have a Care Navigator service. #NHS