Dr Andrew Furber
@FurberA
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Moving to @ https://t.co/qvNrU1qmPW Picture: annual average temperatures for England from 1884-2018.
North West, England
Joined June 2012
Inspired by #Paris2024? None of us will run as fast as @keelyhodgkinson but we could all move more. Great help available from the Active 10 and Couch to 5k apps here
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Take steps to improve your health. Move more everyday with easy tips, support and special offers from Better Health.
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(1/7) A CMO report ‘Health of people in prison, on probation and in the secure NHS estate’ published today provides an overview of health in prisons and makes recommendations. Some key points highlighted below. https://t.co/JR07l0HUwi
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Read @KnowsleyCouncil latest public health annual report 'How stigma affects the health and wellbeing of our communities' The report focuses on the different types of stigma people can face, explored though the lens of key public health priority areas. https://t.co/Buw8GDv1qc
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It’s almost #SelfCareWeek! Don’t worry if you haven’t started planning yet we have quick ideas to help you get involved. Visit our website https://t.co/Bt4nRNsNOG
@FurberA @YHADPH @DrVTurner @ukphnetwork @MaggieRae20 @doctorblooz @LGAcomms @pharmaphorum @VictoriaGoldma2 @USSU
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Training is central to doctors providing the best care for patients. The Medical Training Review, out today, is a diagnostic report with input from many doctors, medical students and patients. It shows we need to rethink many aspects of training. https://t.co/hlpO4O9Msb
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Fantastic news! Congratulations @ClareGerada
Huge congratulations to our former Chair and President Clare Gerada on becoming a Crossbench Peer in the House of Lords. A lifelong College member and now a Baroness – but first and foremost a grassroots GP who continues to deliver exceptional care to your patients and to fight
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On Monday, the Tobacco & Vapes Bill reaches the Committee stage in the @HouseofLords2. Smoking kills 64,000 people in the UK every year, including infants & children. Every day, 350 young people start smoking regularly 🚭It is vital the Bill is passed without further delay.
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💓Learn to save a life in just 15 minutes💓 This #RestartAHeartDay, take 15 minutes to learn CPR with @TheBHF's free RevivR on-line training. No classroom. No equipment. Just your phone, a cushion & the power to save a life. 👉 Start the training now: https://t.co/ByGRuisUNu
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Job opportunity 📢 An exciting opportunity has arisen to join @KnowsleyCouncil Public Health team as a Programme Manager, with a focus on the health of children, young people and families. 𝗗𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆: 𝗦𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟭𝟮𝘁𝗵 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 Find out
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(1/9) A CMO data report on health trends and variation in England, 2025 provides a snapshot on health. I pull out some of the key data in the thread below. https://t.co/Fx4JM7abmp
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An overview of the health of England’s population, including trends over time and geographical variation.
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Consultant in Public Health Tameside Council Ashton-under-Lyne, Tameside, Greater Manchester £81,347 - £90,305 Closes 20/10/2025 https://t.co/2PifGBnYDM
https://t.co/XZ6xCoBjfX
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Contract Type: PermanentSalary: Grade N. SCP 56 £81,347 - SCP 59 £90,305Hours Per Week: 36 hours Base Location: Tameside One, Ashton-under-LyneAssessment Date: Interviews week commencing 3rd November...
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It's National Fitness Day 🚶 You don’t have to climb a mountain to get fit. A daily brisk walk gets your heart pumping and can improve your mood. Download the NHS Active 10 app and get started today.
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MHRA confirms taking paracetamol during pregnancy remains safe and there is no evidence it causes autism in children - https://t.co/6EcJ3yEJXa
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Paracetamol should be taken as directed in the patient information leaflet
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The Carbon Literacy e-learning pathway is a two part free course for all NHS staff, made up of e-learning and an interactive workshop. Sign up for a deep dive into the vital link between climate change and healthcare ➡️ https://t.co/0S2P1e2Jqr
#GreenerNHS @Carbon_Literacy
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Councillors' guide to local authority public health responsibilities (May 2025) This has been developed for elected members as guidance to help clarify the current public health grant conditions and mandated public health functions in local govt. https://t.co/j91U8nRpgi
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This publication has been developed by the LGA for elected members as overarching guidance to help clarify the current public health grant conditions and mandated public health functions in local...
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It was great to welcome NHS leaders @LouiseSAlderHey @NHSNW and @FurberA last week. They met with Tameside living well service our military veterans' services. They also spoke with our chief exec @AntHassallNHS, chair Evelyn Asante-Mensah OBE, and heard our improvement ideas.
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The second conference on Environmentally Sustainable Health and Care Research will take place on 22 October 2025! Abstract submissions are now open - find out more and register your place ➡️ https://t.co/RMnQOgVzqB
#GreenerNHS
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High blood pressure is one of the biggest killers in the UK but it can be treated quickly and easily. We are proud to support the free NHS blood pressure check campaign, which could save lives. Over 40? Click here: https://t.co/1ng0K8fJwV to find your nearest pharmacy.
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📢Sign up for the second conference on research outputs in environmental sustainability, focusing on two key themes: ✅decarbonising research estates ✅capacity building for climate and health research https://t.co/Vukvuwy0tK
@NIHRresearch @UKRI_News #GreenerNHS
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Almost 1 in 5 children starting primary school in the #NorthWest are not fully protected against serious diseases. @UKHSA_NorthWest + @NHSNW call for parents + healthcare workers to catch up on children’s missed vaccinations as schools return for autumn 🔗 https://t.co/K7Zv3PVgdQ
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