Developing the confidence and competence of local health and social care providers in identifying and managing IPC risks and promoting good antimicrobial stewardship are key priorities within national IPC guidance. A Cornwall IPC network will support implementation of effective IPC practices with full support from the NHS Cornwall and Isles of Scilly IPC team. The […]
An opportunity to discuss current infection prevention and control issues and events, and for the infection prevention and control team to answer any questions you may have. Click here to join the meeting
Held via Microsoft Teams. Participants will be provided with evaluation forms, participation certificates and copies of the PowerPoint presentations. For more information, please email ciosicb.ipc@nhs.net Book sessions online via the Kernow Health CIC training hub website (click on links below): Thursday 20 April 2023, 12:30pm to 2pm Thursday 13 July 2023, 12:30pm to 2pm Thursday […]
In addition to ongoing routine surveillance, on a monthly basis the infection prevention and control team review two cases of healthcare associated infections, one case of C.diff and one case of a gram negative blood stream infection (each case of MRSA blood stream infection is reviewed as required). This exercise is intended to: Engage and […]
At Best Practice London you have a huge choice of educational content. Our 6 conference theatres provide both clinical and non-clinical sessions for GPs, Practice Managers, PCN Managers, Practice Nurses, GP/PCN Pharmacists, and other ARRS roles. Earn more than 20% of your annual CPD requirement, for FREE! Understand the latest policy developments in general practice and […]
Free education update day for Primary Care - helping you to help patients! This study day is for GPs, ACPs and ECPs in primary care and will be held at Lanhydrock Hotel and Golf Club (St Hydroc Suite), Lostwithiel Road, Bodmin, PL30 5AQ. Parking is free at this venue. Lunch and refreshments will be provided. What will be […]
25% NHS discount = NHSdiscount25 at checkout In this exclusive online workshop, learn from Emily Perry, an HR consultant and Dr Louise Taylor, an NHS GP with a special interest in the menopause. Workshop Outline What is the menopause How does it impact women How does it impact on the workplace An update on the […]
A new training opportunity for healthcare professionals who do not specialise in eating disorder treatment but may encounter people experiencing symptoms. Beyond the Symptoms is a CPD accredited course, delivered by the charity Beat. The training is available for free for professionals in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly and supports development in: Spotting early […]
The NHS Cornwall and Isles of Scilly (CIOS) Integrated Care board (ICB) infection prevention and control (IPC) team have acquired funding to purchase Harrogate and District NHS community IPC resources for general practice, for primary care providers in Cornwall. Please kindly visit the Harrogate and District NHS community IPC resources website for further information, and […]
A MSK study morning focussed mainly on hand and wrist, plus foot and ankle conditions. Pathways, hand and wrist injections and management will be covered. Free to join and lunch provided.
Dementia and delirium training created for all health and social care staff who come into regular contact with people living with dementia. The training follows Health Education England tier 2 dementia training and is delivered by the clinical experts from Cornwall (see below). The event is free, includes tea and coffee but please bring your […]
As part of CFT's community mental health transformation programme, the Complex Emotional Difficulties team (CED) want to support people across the healthcare system and wider community who work with their client groups. We are inviting everyone who supports those with CED to join a community of practice, the first meeting of which will be on […]
We are excited to announce our upcoming joint webinar with Capsticks, where OneMedical Property's Rachel Beverley-Stevenson, will be joined by Deema Sodha, Principal Associate of Capsticks and Jonathan Kerry, Associate Director of Primary Care and Delivery (Wigan) NHS Greater Manchester, and would be delighted if you could join us. Our expert speakers will be sharing […]
Free education update day for Primary Care - helping you to help patients! This study day is for GPs, ACPs, ECPs and prescribing pharmacists in primary care and will be held at Grand Hall Alverton Hotel, Tregolls Road, Truro, TR1 1ZQ. Parking is free at this venue. Lunch and refreshments will be provided. What will […]
Best Practice Birmingham is the biggest event in general practice and primary care. It is unique in its offering to visitors and delegates alike - with no other primary healthcare event in the UK offering: A free-to-attend exhibition for all healthcare professionals working in general practice and primary care A free-to-attend, multi-track conference programme for […]
Free education update day for Primary Care - helping you to help patients! This study day is for GPs, ACPs, ECPs and prescribing pharmacists in primary care and will be held at Heartlands (Main Hall), Dudnance Lane, Pool, Redruth, TR15 3QY. Parking is free at this venue. Lunch and refreshments will be provided. What will be covered […]
Building the work from across the system on improving mental health services, we hope you can join us on Monday 13 November, at St Erme Community Centre. This event is open to GPs, practice managers and clinical leads with an interest in mental health. We will also be inviting colleagues from the voluntary sector, community […]
The Primary Care Dermatology society (PCDS) was set up by GPs in 1994 to support dermatology education in primary care and redress the gap which saw dermatology account for 30% of GP consultations but not an extensive part of medical education. The PCDS website and society has grown and is recognised to provide comprehensive guidance, […]
You are invited to an evening of festive fun! A chance to meet with other locums, share stories and meet the team behind locum support at Kernow Health. With food, raffles and festive activities, simple book your spot using the link provided and pay a £5 deposit, redeemable on the night.
Cornwall Foundation Trust have partnered with the charity Beat to run the CPD accredited course, Beyond the Symptoms. It is aimed at professionals who do not specialise in eating disorder treatment but may work with people experiencing symptoms. The 2 half-day or 1 full day training is free to attend and will help you understand […]
Our next conference and exhibition within the Best Practice brand is around the corner on Wednesday 28 and Thursday 29 February at Olympia, London. It is the largest gathering of general practice HCPs from within London and the South-East, and it is FREE to attend! Now over 2,000 HCPs registered to attend. For full information and […]
Wednesday, 28 February, 2024 (9:30am-4pm) – Venton Conference Centre, Newquay Training workshop for GPs about how to support patients with personality disorders in general practice, covering: Assessment Referral options in primary and secondary mental health services Signposting options in third and voluntary sector organisations Maximising consulting skills Email: Mark Morris (markmorris@nhs.net) to register your interest […]
Dear colleagues, In November 2023, BMJ Quality and safety published a research paper analysing patient safety in remote primary care consultations. The research conducted by an Oxford University research team, utilised data from NHS bodies, including NHS Resolution, NHS England and the Health Safety Science Investigation Bureau (HSSIB), to triangulate patient outcomes and identify where many of […]
Wednesday, 1 May, 2024 19:00 - 20:00 Free to members Non- Members - £10.00 Join the RCGP Tamar and Severn Faculties and Wesleyan for a session on pensions. Hot topics covered will include: NHS pensions & partial retirement The McCloud Judgement Limited companies Spring budget considerations Retirement planning
