Andrew Ashcroft
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Director of Comms & Engagement: @NHSSYICB. Former journalist. Hike the odd Mountain path. All views are my own.
Macclesfield, South Yorkshire
Joined October 2010
Menopause will be part of routine NHS health checks for the first time. By tailoring checks to include questions around menopause, we hope more women will get the support they need to manage their symptoms. ℹ️ https://t.co/w8KCTCmhdy
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Great to be with @TeamDoncaster1 partners (and our fabulous Rotherham colleagues) at the launch of national neighbourhood health programme - such great potential to increase our empowerment of our communities and residents @NHSSYICB #doncasterisgreat
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All NHS staff should feel safe and welcome at work, and every patient should receive high quality and respectful care. Read more about what we are doing to tackle antisemitism and racism across the whole of the NHS ➡️ https://t.co/RTxtrrGRWB
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In the UK, one in four people will have suicidal thoughts at some point in their lifetime. This #WorldMentalHealthDay, remember that you are not alone. Speak up and reach out to your support team.
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Sending strength to the Jewish community across the country and people in Greater Manchester in particular
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A key part of keeping families and staff safe over winter - please 💉! #doncasterisgreat
If you are eligible, you can book your flu and COVID-19 vaccinations online or via the NHS App. You don’t need to wait to be invited. Find out more and book now: ➡️ https://t.co/QS03m0NVz6
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Paracetamol is the first choice of painkiller if you're pregnant and is still considered the safest choice of pain relief during pregnancy. There is no evidence it causes autism in children. Kate Brintworth, our Chief Midwifery Officer, explains more 🎥
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The @MHRAgovuk confirm that taking paracetamol during pregnancy remains safe and there is no evidence it causes autism in children. Read more in their latest update. ➡️ https://t.co/spDMDMVEYS
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It was fantastic to welcome @wesstreeting to Conisbrough Group Practice - there was a real sense of teamwork and patient appreciation for the innovative work being undertaken. #doncasterisgreat is determined to put General Practice at the centre of redesign
Doncaster successes! Shout out to Nabil & @afitzgeraldnhs and practice colleagues Neighbourhood bids? Our sandpit awaits: incubation @DoncasterDamian
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Ronnie's, Warwick. 26 September. @FatmanAlley will be giving a rare public appearance showing the dying art of a covers band at the top of their game. Spread the word... 4-6 Jury St, Warwick CV34 4EW
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🔊SAVE THE DATE NHS South Yorkshire is hosting their 2025 Annual General Meeting on Wednesday 1 October, 9.30am - 10.30am. It’s a great opportunity to ask questions and hear reflections from the past year. Find out more details here: https://t.co/TrTXZhBamM
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First ever trial comparing UPF and minimally processed diets both compliant with UK dietary guidelines - this study underlines that we need official guidance around the extent and purpose of food processing. Exceptional work by @SamuelDickenUK and colleagues @ucl and staff at
🚨❗ Results of the FIRST EVER trial comparing ultra-processed food (UPF) and minimally-processed food (MPF) diets following healthy dietary guidelines on health (and the longest trial of UPF to date) published today in Nature Medicine What did we find? A Thread… 🧵 1/
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‼️NEWS‼️ Mayor Oliver Coppard, Sport England CEO Tim Hollingsworth and NHS South Yorkshire's CEO Gavin Boyle have signed the MOU agreement to boost sport and physical activity and improve health outcomes across South Yorkshire. Read more: https://t.co/HiTyXPJ15Z
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Junk food companies are doubling down on sport sponsorship to avoid the upcoming (and much delayed due to lobbying) ban on HFSS advertising before 9pm on TV. Our kids’ heroes are advertising Hula Hoops, Redbull and Kit Kats while obesity prevalence in UK children is one of the
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Our 10 Year Health Plan. We’re making the NHS fit for the future.
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Proud as ever to present the fantastic partnership work from @TeamDoncaster1 @NHSSYICB Board.With change a foot (as ever) we must ensure that this true partnership work across our organisations is continued - our residents and patients deserve it! @CABDoncaster @rdash_nhs
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If you haven't yet read the Health is Wealth report by the Health Equity Panel setting out how we can help South Yorkshire become the healthiest region in the country, you can do so here https://t.co/nKXY8yV2mm
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southyorkshire-ca.gov.uk
South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority works together to unlock the potential of our people, businesses & places. SYMCA ensuring they prosper through shared purpose to create stronger, greener,...
We must tackle the deep and unacceptable health inequalities that hold South Yorkshire back. Mayor @olivercoppard commissioned the Health Equity Panel to create the 'Health is Wealth' report to help SY become the healthiest region in the country. https://t.co/asEgfev4NK
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Check out this podcast on the future of #NHSComms and hear the latest thoughts on the unique and strategic role that #communications and #engagement plays at a time of great change. https://t.co/jeOLV8jXKX
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Edna Boampong, Ranjeet Kaile and Rory Hegarty explore the challenges facing comms professionals in the health sector.
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