As I leave @NHSEngland reflecting on the opportunity as National Clinical Director for Older People to have been the Clinical Lead for #UrgentCommunityResponse #EnhancedHealthinCareHomes and #AnticipatoryCare. It's been my great privilege to work closely with a band of clinicians

I’m genuinely proud to share something close to my heart. Over the past few months, we’ve been working on a new video series called “Know Your Numbers” — a campaign designed to get people talking (and acting) about blood pressure. As a GP, I’ve seen too many people only find

Maria Corina Machado accepting a prize deserved, judged by those without influence. Her acceptance a surprise offered with humility and a shared emotion with Kristian Berg Harpviken on behalf of the judges. Sanity in a world where ego power and bullying Trumps true Leadership.

“I want to make sure that you all understand that each and every one of you has a role to play. You may not know it, you may not find it, but your life matters and you are here for a reason.” Dr. Jane Goodall shares her final message to the world in Famous Last Words.

In some ways an oddly upbeat vibe for a musical rundown of the #freespeech situation developing in the US ... but this is our 🎵 parody "Freedom of Speech" to the tune of #Disney's "Under the Sea" (by the fantastic @AIMenken) - with some familiar faces cut in. #Kimmel #Colbert 😎

This is how real Presidents behave. With class, dignity and intelligence! Something Trump will never have!

Older people must be included in health and care research. The 2023 CMO's Annual Report on Health in an Ageing Society identified the need for research to include older people, and we have co-signed a statement of intent to take action. https://t.co/OgVEPm4jga @NIHRresearch

Relaxing weekend at home - a walk last night in #AmershamOldTown would recommend a visit to the memorial gardens - spectacular in bloom wildflowers and walk along the river. Today a little gardening and found a Victorian ink bottle from #HollisandSon in the flower bed !

UK suffragette Sylvia Pankhurst was a trained artist and in 1907 created several watercolours depicting women workers in factories, mills and potteries to highlight working women’s rights, their pay and conditions #WomensArt

In anticipation of the publication of the 10 Year Health Plan for England, these are the key enablers for successful implementation to ensure patients see a positive difference in their care. RCGP has been engaging with its development and working to ensure the GP voice is heard.

One day #POCUS course for those needing @FAMUSultrasound training - acute medicine, GIM and also essential for #HospitalAtHome @UKHaHSoc @warwickmed @nhsuhcw @nhsswft @acutemedicine Saturday 23rd August - on the fabulous Warwick University Campus https://t.co/ONlycWfu72

How AI lied and gaslit me: 🤯💣🔥 Won’t lie: what happened to me this week made my jaw drop Do watch:

When Claire’s son caught #RSV, he was very poorly. She didn't want to repeat that experience, so took up the RSV vaccine when offered during her next pregnancy. If you're 28+ weeks into your pregnancy, ask your maternity service or GP for more info. 👶 🤰

“I’ve spent 5 years in medical training and then 3 years in GP training. And I have struggled to find employment” @DrCheskaBall – BMA GP Reg Committee co-Chair – shares why we need to #endGPunemployment now.

We welcome the publication of the first volume of the Palliative and End of Life Care Commission report. We were pleased to contribute, with our President, @JKDhesi, being appointed as a commissioner and several of our members giving evidence. https://t.co/iBNIEVCbpx

I just made a donation to Philomena Aung's tribute https://t.co/IB4HazkcB1 Today we say goodbye to my Aunt the last family member of our proud immigrant Hayter family who came to England from #Burma in the 1960s giving their lives and raising future generations, to serve the NHS

For those considering joining @robert_lyman on @Sampan_Travel's Forgotten War Tour in November this year, here is a taste of what you can expect. With perhaps me smiling a bit more ...

Our new report makes the case for general practice loudly and clearly. Watch @doctor_katie on The Value of a GP 👇 And read the report here 🔗 https://t.co/PAbyjYCKGp #UKLMC2025

Long day but highlight was sharing a platform with @davidwebb_1 & Steve Tolan Good to share views on shifting dentistry from hospital based treatment to community led prevention. Amazing to hear from one of the fellows who spent last year with public health @Leicester_News that

We published seven pages dedicated to preoperative optimisation proven to reduce surgical complications by up to 50% for patients. The pages provide resources for clinicians to support patients to improve their outcomes. 📷View the 7 interventions here: https://t.co/hWdsdh7MTL

Comparison of Clopidogrel vs Ticagrelor in bullet points: ● Mechanism & Activation 》Clopidogrel: Irreversible P2Y12 inhibitor Prodrug – requires activation via CYP2C19 》Ticagrelor: Reversible P2Y12 inhibitor Active drug – no metabolic activation required ● Onset &