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16/05/2024

🌟 This year’s theme for Mental Health Awareness Week (May 13th-19th), is "Movement: Moving more for our mental health" and underscores the profound impact physical activity has on our well-being. 🌟

Research consistently highlights the integral role of movement in bolstering mental health. Here are three tips to incorporate movement into your routine:

1️⃣ Prioritise Daily Exercise: Dedicate time each day to engage in physical activity that you enjoy, whether it's brisk walking, cycling, yoga, or dancing. Regular exercise releases endorphins, boosts mood, and reduces stress, contributing to mental resilience.

2️⃣ Integrate Movement into Daily Life: Find creative ways to infuse movement into your daily routine, such as taking the stairs instead of the elevator, going for a walk during lunch breaks, or scheduling active breaks throughout the workday. Small, consistent efforts result in significant improvements in mental well-being.

3️⃣ Explore Outdoor Activities: Embrace the rejuvenating power of nature by engaging in outdoor activities. Whether it's hiking, gardening, or simply basking in the beauty of natural surroundings, spending time outdoors promotes relaxation, reduces rumination, and fosters a sense of connection with the environment.

The importance of movement in fortifying mental health cannot be overstated. By prioritising physical activity and embracing an active lifestyle, we nurture not only our bodies but also our minds, paving the way for greater resilience and vitality.

Mental Health Awareness Week is an opportunity to champion the transformative benefits of movement and collectively foster a culture that prioritises holistic well-being.

23/04/2024

🌍 Saving Lives Through Immunization 🌍

The global vaccination efforts of the past decades stand as a testament to human achievement. Immunization campaigns have eradicated smallpox, brought us close to defeating polio, and ensured more children survive and thrive than ever before.

This year, World Immunization Week marks the 50th anniversary of the Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI), celebrating collective success in saving countless lives from vaccine-preventable diseases to safeguard future generations.

The EPI, which began in 1974, originally focused on protecting children against six diseases. Today, it encompasses 13 universally recommended vaccines across the lifespan, with 17 more vaccines recommended depending on local contexts. This expanded effort is now known as the Essential Programme on Immunization.

Despite progress, recent years saw a setback in immunization efforts due to global challenges like conflicts, economic downturns, and rising vaccine hesitancy. While more than 4 million additional children were vaccinated globally in 2022 compared to 2021, over 20 million children missed out on vaccines they needed. As a result, diseases like diphtheria and measles are re-emerging.

While global vaccine coverage is strong, with four out of five children fully vaccinated, there is more work to be done to prevent curable disease.

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08/04/2024

Yesterday marked , marking the anniversary of the World Health Organization's founding in 1948.
This year, the theme is "My health, my right".
It's a reminder that health is a fundamental human right, yet millions face threats to their well-being every day. 🚨💔
From diseases to disasters, conflicts to climate crises, the challenges are immense.
Everyone deserves to have access to quality health services, education, clean air, safe water, and more.
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03/04/2024

Stress Awareness Month! - April 2024 🌟

As we delve into the significance of stress management, it's crucial to recognise its profound impact on both mental and physical health, particularly within the workplace.

Stress manifests in various forms, from heightened anxiety to adverse physiological responses, posing significant challenges to individual well-being.
Here are some tips on stress management:

Prioritise Self-Care: Dedicate time to activities that refresh your mind and body, fostering resilience against stressors. Whether it's going for a walk, taking a screen break, reading a book, or chatting with friends, prioritise self-care without reservation.

Establish Boundaries: Advocate for your well-being by defining clear boundaries between professional obligations and personal time. Asserting boundaries fosters a conducive environment for sustainable productivity.

Embrace Mindfulness: Mindfulness practices such as meditation and deep breathing exercises create present-moment awareness. These techniques bolster emotional regulation and cognitive clarity, essential for navigating stressors with composure.

Support Networks: Foster meaningful connections with peers and mentors to cultivate a supportive network conducive to open communication and mutual encouragement. Seeking support promotes resilience and facilitates shared problem-solving.

Task Management: Implement effective task prioritisation and time management strategies to navigate workloads efficiently. Break down complex tasks into manageable segments and delegate responsibilities where feasible to alleviate undue stress.

Incorporate Rest and Recovery: Recognise the value of breaks to recalibrate your mind and sustain performance levels. Prioritise lunch breaks, screen breaks and allocated holiday days and ensure you have relaxation in your routine to replenish energy reserves.

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26/03/2024

🌟 NHS England Unveils New Best Practice HPB Cancer Pathways Guidance! 🌟

NHS England releases its latest best practice guidance for the Hepato-Pancreatic Biliary cancer (HPB) pathways, aimed at improving the diagnostic process for HPB cancers. This initiative is a pivotal step towards enhancing patient care, streamlining diagnosis pathways, and meeting the Faster Diagnosis Standard (FDS).

Key Highlights: 🔍 Shortened Diagnosis Pathways:
The new HPB pathway guidance is designed to expedite the diagnostic journey, reducing uncertainty and anxiety by aiming to complete the process within 21 days, aligning with the urgency of aggressive cancers.

🎯 Meeting the Faster Diagnosis Standard:
While the 28-day Faster Diagnosis Standard remains fundamental, special emphasis is placed on certain aggressive cancers like HPB, ensuring timely diagnosis and treatment initiation.

📈 Benefits Across the Board:
For Patients and Carers: Reduced anxiety, improved patient experience, and potential for earlier treatment initiation.
For Systems: Reduced clinic demand, enhanced quality and safety, and optimised resource allocation.
For Clinicians: Streamlined decision-making, improved workforce utilisation, and standardised care pathways.

👩‍⚕️ Enhanced Patient Experience:
Clear communication and support throughout the diagnostic process.
Access to additional resources like clinical nurse specialists and psychological support.

🌐 Supporting Quality Improvement:
Utilising nationally agreed pathways to bolster quality improvement efforts.
Implementing standardised diagnostic algorithms to expedite clinical decision-making.

For more information, visit https://lnkd.in/gT4MJsjv

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05/03/2024

NHS England has issued new best practice guidance on Faster Diagnostic Pathways, specifically focusing on the implementation of a timed breast cancer diagnostic pathway. This guidance is a significant step forward in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of breast cancer diagnostics across healthcare systems.

Benefits of the pathway include:

For Patients & Carers:

Timelier access to one-stop clinics facilitates quicker diagnostic assessments, alleviating the anxiety associated with potential cancer diagnoses.

Enhanced patient experiences are facilitated by reduced hospital visits and improved access to specialised centres, where feasible.

Clear communication channels and additional support services, including translation assistance, ensure comprehensive understanding and support throughout the diagnostic process.

For Clinicians:

Access to appropriate pathways empowers clinicians to engage in more informed discussions and consider treatment options at an earlier stage.

Streamlined multidisciplinary team discussions enhance operational efficiency and ultimately contribute to better patient care.

For Systems:

Effective management of non-cancer cases optimises resource utilization and refines referral triage processes.

The adoption of best practice guidelines fosters improvements in quality, safety, and overall outcomes, while also minimising variation across healthcare systems.

The dissemination and implementation of these best practice guidelines are paramount in advancing and standardising patient care standards nationwide.

For implementation guidance and tools follow this link: https://www.england.nhs.uk/publication/faster-diagnostic-pathways-implementing-a-timed-breast-cancer-diagnostic-pathway-guidance-for-local-health-and-social-care-systems/

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28/02/2024

🔬 Revolutionising Diagnosis: NHS Capsule Sponge Test Set to Alleviate Endoscopy Pressure

Exciting news from NHS England: a groundbreaking sponge on a string test has drastically reduced the need for invasive endoscopies while efficiently diagnosing a condition linked to oesophageal cancer. In a pilot involving over 8,500 patients, nearly eight out of ten patients were discharged without further testing, freeing up crucial endoscopy capacity.

This innovative test involves swallowing a small capsule-shaped device with a sponge for cell sample collection, offering a swift, pain-free alternative to traditional methods. Patients report minimal discomfort, with 94% experiencing mild or no pain.

Notably, the test's cost-effectiveness saves approximately £400 per patient compared to endoscopy-only approaches. With around 9,300 new oesophageal cancer cases yearly in the UK, this method holds promise in intercepting cancer progression.

The success of this test highlights the NHS's commitment to innovation and efficiency in healthcare delivery. By prioritising high-risk patients and expediting diagnoses, it represents a significant step towards improved patient outcomes.

For the full article: https://www.england.nhs.uk/2024/02/simple-sponge-on-a-string-test-replaces-need-for-endoscopy-for-thousands-of-nhs-patients/

13/02/2024

NCI is thrilled to share our experience with Naq – the all-in-one solution for security, compliance, and assurance. Naq truly exceeded our expectations in delivering a seamless, cost-effective and pain-free journey towards achieving GDPR, Cyber Essentials, and NHS DPST compliance.

Our Commercial Director Grace Taggart said: “When NCI was starting out, we knew that data security and compliance would be critical to delivering our services to the highest quality standards. We reviewed a variety of different support services and were becoming overwhelmed by the time-commitments and costs quoted, which could have had a significant impact on our small business. Then we stumbled upon Naq...”

From the outset, NCI were impressed by Naq's comprehensive platform, which streamlined our processes and eliminated the overwhelming burden of managing data security and compliance separately. Naq's end-to-end security features aligned perfectly with the NHS requirements we required for our business, providing us with a strong security foundation to safeguard our business's data.

Naq's automation capabilities revolutionised our compliance journey, saving us countless hours and consulting fees. With real-time monitoring and expert guidance from Matt Goodwin and Svenja Perkins, navigating through the complexities of compliance became truly effortless.

We cannot thank Naq enough for their unwavering support and expertise. NCI wholeheartedly recommends Naq to fellow suppliers seeking an easy, supported, and pain-free solution for security and compliance.

06/02/2024

🔍 Understanding the Nuances: Clinical Insourcing vs. Agency Services 🔍

Navigating the world of clinical services can be daunting, especially when it comes to choosing between clinical insourcing organisations and clinical agency services. Feedback from our Customers indicates some confusion between the role of clinical insourcing services and the role of agency support services, let's clear the air on some common misconceptions to help you make informed decisions.

👉 Clinical Insourcing Companies:

What We Offer: Companies like NCI provide short, medium and long-term, dedicated clinical team solutions tailored to your institution's specific needs.

Key Benefits: Seamless integration with your existing team, consistency in service resource provision, and the opportunity for staff development and training within your organisation, regular additional planned capacity to allow for optimal resource planning and waiting list management, weekly productivity and efficiency insights, fully managed clinical service with oversight and governance, dedicated service delivery manager and clinical coordinator.

Misconception: Some believe insourcing companies may lack flexibility. However, they can be highly adaptable, offering customisable solutions to meet fluctuating demands.

👉 Clinical Agency Services:

What They Offer: Agency services offer short-term individual staffing solutions, often to cover immediate gaps in workforce or specialised roles.

Key Benefits: Quick access to skilled professionals, flexibility in staffing levels, and ability to address sudden surges in demand.

Misconception: While agencies provide rapid staffing solutions, there's a notion that continuity and alignment with institutional goals might be compromised due to the transient nature of agency staff. However, with proper coordination, this can be mitigated effectively.

💡 Key Takeaway: Both clinical insourcing companies and agency services have their place in the healthcare landscape. Understanding their differences and nuances can empower you to choose the right solution for your institution's unique needs.

At NCI, we're committed to providing clarity and support as you navigate these decisions. Let's work together to ensure your clinical staffing strategies align seamlessly with your goals and priorities.

30/01/2024

🌟 Protecting future generations! 🌟

Following a news article published by NHS England urging more young people to take up the HPV vaccine, new figures reveal that 1 in 6 girls and 1 in 5 boys aren't fully vaccinated against HPV by year 10. Let's change that! 💉

Did you know the HPV vaccine can help prevent cervical, head and neck, a**l, and ge***al cancers that affect both girls and boys? We urge you not to miss out on this life saving opportunity!

By ensuring 12-13-year-olds receive the vital HPV vaccine, we are not only safeguarding their health but also contributing to the goal of eliminating cervical cancer by 2040. 🎯

With just one dose now offering full protection to under 25s, it's easier than ever to stay safe. Check your child's vaccination status and consent for them to get vaccinated if they aren’t up to date – vaccination saves lives. 💪

Women coming forward for their routine cervical screening appointments is also essential in helping to eliminate cervical cancer. Currently, a third of women invited do not take up the offer.

The NHS is urging people to contact their GP and book in for these live saving treatments.

Spread the word and let's make sure everyone knows the importance of the HPV vaccination programme and cervical screening, we can ! 🚀

23/01/2024

👑 The impact of condition awareness in healthcare 👑

In light of recent news about King Charles' benign prostate enlargement diagnosis, it's crucial to highlight the significance of health awareness. His openness has led to a significant surge in visits to NHS and Prostate Cancer UK websites. Why is this important?

NHS England reported to ITV News, that the health service's website page on the illness received more than 11 times as many visits on Wednesday, when the royal news was revealed, compared to Tuesday.

There were 16,410 visits to the page on Wednesday – an average of one visit every five seconds compared to 1,414 visits on Tuesday.

On Wednesday, Prostate Cancer UK's online risk checker was up by over 97% - increasing from at the same time last week 3,280 to 6,478 in a 24-hour period.

Prostate enlargement is common in men over 50, affecting 1 in 3. Symptoms include frequent urination, urgency, and difficulty emptying the bladder. King Charles' decision to share his diagnosis emphasises the importance of early detection and regular health checks.

If you or someone you know experiences such symptoms, don't hesitate to contact your GP. Prostate Cancer UK offers a 30-second risk checker on their website or reach out to specialist nurses at 08000748383 between 9am - 5pm, weekdays for guidance.

Let's prioritise our health and encourage others to stay informed. By doing so we can raise awareness and promote early detection for a healthier future. 🌟

18/01/2024

🏥 Exciting News from NCI! 🌟

We are thrilled to announce an expansion of our services at NCI, aligning with our commitment to supporting the NHS in providing high-quality healthcare. In response to the recent publication of November’s NHS England’s all provider cancer data, NCI are now extending our clinical insourcing support to include Endoscopy, Gynaecology, and Urology cancer services.

As of October 2023, the NHS England cancer data reporting has shifted focus to ensure compliance with the 28-Day Faster Diagnosis Standard (FDS), which means patients with suspected cancer who are referred for urgent cancer checks from a GP, screening programme or other route should be diagnosed or have cancer ruled out within 28 days.

While there are very positive compliance results in specific cancer routes such as suspected breast cancer, suspected skin cancer, suspected head and neck cancer, and suspected testicular cancer, achieving or exceeding the 75% target. Challenges remain in larger patient volume routes such as suspected urological malignancies (excluding testicular) at 57%, suspected upper gastrointestinal cancer at 72.8%, suspected lower gastrointestinal cancer at 58.3% and suspected gynaecological cancer at 59.4%, this data prompts NCI’s commitment to making a bigger impact on cancer waiting times.

This expansion into Endoscopy, Gynaecology, and Urology reflects our dedication to supporting NHS organisations with resources where they are most needed. We look forward to continuing our collaboration with you, striving for excellence in healthcare delivery.

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