How we’re helping patients avoid sight loss

According to new research published today (21st March), over 550 patients have suffered sight loss since 2019 due to NHS delays. Latest figures also reveal that 628,502 people are waiting for ophthalmology appointments – the second largest NHS backlog and equal to one in every 11 patients on an NHS waiting list. 27,260 of those…

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Staff wellbeing takes centre stage within Health in Justice

For those working within our Health in Justice (HiJ) healthcare teams, no two days are ever the same. It’s a fast-paced and incredibly rewarding environment, which sees colleagues utilise their clinical skillsets and expertise to their full potential. But while delivering high-quality, compassionate care for others, we know it can be easy to find personal…

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Mental health in justice takes centre stage at conference

On 20th February, our health in justice team hosted its first Mental Health Conference alongside partner organisations – Barnet, Enfield and Haringey Mental Health NHS Trust; Oxford Health; Inclusion; MPFT; and Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership Trust. Taking place at The King’s Fund in London, the event explored the overarching theme of intersectionality in…

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Apprenticeships are growing our future nurses in Shepton

Lucia Cata was a Customs Officer in her native Romania and it was only when she moved to the UK she started harbouring a dream of becoming a nurse. She began as a Healthcare Assistant before training to step up to be a Nurse Associate at Practice Plus Group Hospital, Shepton Mallet. A year from…

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Veteran Aware update

We’re delighted to be able to share an update on our journey to become a ‘veteran aware’ organisation. We have now signed the Armed Forces Covenant and have been awarded the Bronze Level accreditation in the Ministry of Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS). The ERS award shows that we support the employment of existing and…

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Portsmouth completes their 30,000th cataract operation

Coming to hospital for surgery means a lot to think about, including being prepared. That’s why we’ve shared our tips for preparing for surgery to help you feel ready and relaxed.

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Shepton Mallet sight-saving service

Coming to hospital for surgery means a lot to think about, including being prepared. That’s why we’ve shared our tips for preparing for surgery to help you feel ready and relaxed.

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Nurse shortlisted for top nursing award

Coming to hospital for surgery means a lot to think about, including being prepared. That’s why we’ve shared our tips for preparing for surgery to help you feel ready and relaxed.

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Call PHILL

Coming to hospital for surgery means a lot to think about, including being prepared. That’s why we’ve shared our tips for preparing for surgery to help you feel ready and relaxed.

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Gold and bronze for IUC

Coming to hospital for surgery means a lot to think about, including being prepared. That’s why we’ve shared our tips for preparing for surgery to help you feel ready and relaxed.

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