Improving prostate cancer diagnosis - online chat Join Wessex Cancer Alliance for an online conversation about improving the way healthcare professionals diagnose prostate cancer in Dorset, Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. Anyone is welcome to join – you do not need to have a prostate cancer diagnosis. To receive the meeting invite please email … [Read more...]

Just launched: the “Train the Trainer” programme for the award-nominated ‘Handling difficult situations’ training course (see: https://www.england.nhs.uk/supporting-our-nhs-people/support-now/handling-difficult-situations-with-compassion-training-programme/). The training, which was designed to upskill frontline, patient-facing colleagues with techniques and skills to handle … [Read more...]

Winter Wellness Toolkit Winter can feel like a challenging time for many, especially when you’re busy working and trying to juggle lots. This Winter Wellness Toolkit for NHS and Primary Care colleagues is designed to offer ideas and support for making the winter months a more enjoyable time. It includes self-guided activities together with a range of practical support … [Read more...]

Please see below the latest Primary Care Bulletin: Primary Care Bulletin, 7 December 2023, Issue 268 This includes information on From 15 December the national booking service, NHS App and 119, will be closed for winter vaccine bookings. Also includes information on 2022 LeDeR report identifies the health inequalities faced by people with a learning disability and … [Read more...]

Please see below the latest Primary Care Bulletin: Primary Care Bulletin, 23th November 2023, Issue 266 This includes information on : World Antimicrobial Resistance Week (18-24 November) It's World AMR Week and NHS England is engaging with healthcare staff to encourage the appropriate prescribing of antibiotics guided by diagnostic tests wherever possible. The … [Read more...]