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Taking your bra off at the end of the day feels great. And so does getting your breast screening sorted. It can detect cancer before you can feel it. Or more likely, put your mind at rest. So when you're invited, save the date. It could save your life. nhs.uk/breast

Thousands more breast cancers could be detected earlier in England in a major new NHS drive to support more women to attend potentially life-saving breast screening. Find out more ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dHkw24yq

Here’s the incredibly emotional moment when five-year-old Harry rang the end of treatment bell at Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust. When Harry was three, he was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL), which is a rare type of cancer that affects the blood and bone marrow. Harry’s mum Vicki thanked the staff who cared for them throughout Harry’s treatment. ‘We are incredibly grateful for the care we received, from the amazing team on ward 3B to the wonderful staff in A&E.’ Congratulations Harry, and brilliant work team! You could help children like Harry – there are over 350 rewarding careers available in the NHS. Find your unique role today at https://lnkd.in/di3P3Tnu #InternationalChildhoodCancerDay #ChildhoodCancerDay

‘We met when I was doing my student placement in the Emergency Department’ says Helen. ‘Brian, who told me that he’d been trying to pluck up the courage for ages, asked me out on a date. The rest, as they say, is history!’ Helen is a Lead Nurse in Trauma and Orthopaedics and her husband Brian is a Portering Supervisor in Theatres. Together they have worked at Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust for a combined 74 years! Their roles are very different, but Helen and Brian are connected by a love for their respective fulfilling careers. ‘So much has changed since we both started. What’s remained the same is how much we both enjoy working for the Trust. Everyone looks out for one another. I’ve felt valued and supported throughout my time here.’ Helen reflects. We can’t guarantee you’ll find love like Helen and Brian, but we’re sure you can find a job with us that you’ll love. There are over 350 rewarding careers in the NHS. Discover yours today: www.healthcareers.nhs.uk #ValentinesDay #WeAreTheNHS

NHS staff delivered a record 18 million elective treatments in 2024 – hundreds of thousands more than in 2023. Despite huge pressures, waiting lists fell with teams delivering record numbers of tests and checks. But we know that too many patients are still waiting too long. Read more. https://lnkd.in/ei-QdWcg

Today is the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. Laura is a Biomedical Scientist working in the NHS, who conducts laboratory and scientific tests to support the diagnosis and treatment of disease. In this video Laura, talks about the work she does on a day-to-day basis to help people with cancer. If you’re passionate about science, technology or helping others, a career in healthcare science offers a wide range of opportunities. ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dSVEJsH. #InternationalDayOfWomenAndGirlsinScience #Women #ScienceCareers #WeAreTheNHS #WomenInSTEM

You can earn, learn and make a difference with an NHS apprenticeship. ‘My NHS career started with a senior healthcare support worker apprenticeship. The 18-month training has been the foundation for me being able to go on to train as a nursing associate.' Beth now works with people with dementia in inpatient mental health services at Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust. Here she has been able to learn through on-the-job training as an apprentice to kick start her career. ‘I feel very lucky to be able to do the work I do. I get to see firsthand the positive impact we make on people’s lives and there’s no other job I could see myself doing.’ Discover your own career in the NHS this #NationalApprenticeshipWeek. https://lnkd.in/dcmTt_T7

Even a few minutes of exercise each day leading up to your surgery can make a real difference. Stay active—climb stairs, take short walks, or exercise with family.’ Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust teamed up with Joe Wicks (The Body Coach) to create two 10-minute exercise videos for people waiting for surgery. Increased activity before surgery, known as prehabilitation, reduces complications such as infections and heart problems, promoting faster recovery and shorter hospital stays. Daphne, 82, waiting for back surgery, said: ‘Keeping fit is very important to me. My job is very demanding, so I stay active by walking across London to my job, doing yoga and other exercises. I would encourage everyone, no matter their age, to try these short exercises to keep fit and prepare them for surgery.’ The routines, available on the Bodycoach YouTube channel, are designed for older adults and include low-impact and chair-based exercises like side kicks and squats. By improving fitness ahead of surgery, patients can recover quicker and get back to their lives sooner. You can watch the 10 minute chair-based workout here: https://lnkd.in/eWGjMx5V

‘I feel deeply honoured and overwhelmed by this recognition’ said Matty Asante-Owusu, Sickle Cell Community Matron at Whittington Health. Recently, Matty has been awarded an MBE in the King’s New Years Honours List for her dedication to caring for sickle cell patients. Sickle cell disease is a serious lifelong health condition which causes painful episodes called ‘crises’. It is caused by unusually shaped red blood cells and is most common in people with an African or Caribbean family background. As the first Sickle Cell Community Matron, Matty provides personalised care to patients at home. She has created initiatives to help connect sickle cell patients, including monthly dinners for older men with red cell disorders. Matty also set up a Patient Users Group, where patients hear from experts about the latest research and advancements in sickle cell. ‘My motivation has always been my patients. There’s a real emotional side to my work, but what drives me is the opportunity to make a difference in their lives.’ Congratulations Matty; thank you for your dedication and service in the NHS for 36 years! 💙 Inspired by Matty? Find your unique role in the NHS today: https://lnkd.in/di3P3Tnu

Sexual assault referral centres (SARCs) provide 24/7 specialist care and support. Lamar, a Service User Engagement Officer at King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust walks through what service users can expect when visiting a SARC. From crisis care and medical forensic examinations to emotional support and counselling referrals, SARCs have specially trained NHS staff to care for anyone who has been raped, sexually assaulted or abused. Every day our NHS colleagues make a real difference to the lives of those who need it most. Looking for a rewarding role where your skills and compassion can help others? Visit www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/