@mlkytee Perhaps it ought to be essential that the health secretary, spend two days a week, for their entire time in office shadow a GP for a day, a FY1, then a FY2, ST, consultant for another day, all over the country; how else do they know what happens on the frontline?

I was a paediatrician so used to seeing sick kids. Then my daughter had open heart surgery. Here are 5 things I learnt that every doctor should know:

Does anybody else suspect that David Attenborough might actually be Santa?

Peter Kinderman Any #ALevel or undergrad #psychology teachers out there? These ideas could usefully inform teaching on #schizophrenia. The material is based on the British Psychological Society document understandingpsychosis.net. Please RT to any teachers/lecturers in mental health related subjects

Our residents and their new besties had a very special reunion Christmas party today! We'd just like to say we're touched by all your messages of support, especially from those who have been inspired to help make an older person less lonely this winter. #OldPeoplesHome4YO Age UK

Feeling quite emotional today. Am so aware of those close to me who aren’t having the Christmas they wished for ... makes all these presents seem a bit daft doesn’t it? #joinin #MerryChristmasEveryone

Also sending loads of thanks to the officers of Merseyside Police who are missing out on a day with their families to keep us safe ... it’s a sh!t job and I couldn’t do it #MerryChristmasEveryone #joinin

Well if there’s one thing to put it all in perspective it’s your dog dragging you through the rain, doing a massive poo and giving you the ol’ over the shoulder glance ... “pick it up human” 🐶

Does anyone know where I can purchase a bald Barbie sized doll? Preferably male & female? We are currently making #radiotherapy masks for more dolls, so the children have a wider selection to choose from for role play. #Childhoodcancer 🎗

We're offering a range of courses aimed at aspiring clinical psychologists including CBT skills, solution focused therapy, child and family work - details & booking at psytraining.co.uk Please RT! Lancaster DClinPsy DClinPsych Liverpool Manchester Met Uni Psychology

A hug is the perfect gift. One size, fits all, easy to exchange... 😊💕 #NationalHugDay #ClangersforKindness

Caroline: Welcome Nic - sit back and relax. I’ll get Sid to pour you a drink and Freida to bring you some hot pot. Here Scruff! Scruff! Good boy. Come and see Nic. #thearchers

Women in The Archers avoid getting skin cancer thanks to 'the wellie protection factor' buff.ly/2EHXOqa via @HealthySkin4All

If you see a homeless person trying to sleep rough in tonight's freezing temperatures, you're urged to ring these emergency numbers: In Manchester 0161 2345339, in Liverpool 0300 1232041. Outreach teams say it could save someone's life.

Open letter to teenage girls ... it’s snowing, it’s fine to wear tights!!! #old #cold #grumpy

'What is a #ClinicalPsychologist?' - #easyread information leaflet developed by Joanna Cheng & Ian Smith from Lancaster DClinPsy with Division of Clinical Psychology British Psychological Society merseycare.nhs.uk/media/3695/wha… NHS Ability Bild Mencap

We're looking for someone with #LearningDisability, #Autism or both 2 look after @NHS twitter in June.If you or someone you know is interested email [email protected] , or send a message on Social Media Jack Welch ACLIP People First KC Bringing Us Together Carl Shaw