New The Michael Marmot Institute of Health Equity UCL analysis confirms since 2010 central government spending cuts to local authorities were highest in areas with lower life expectancy and more health inequalities, further harming health in these places @MichaeMarmot @UCL bit.ly/LEGAP

The #HSJModernisingDiagnostics session today looked great, but would have benefitted from including recognition on the agenda of Physiological Science - a group of services that deliver millions of diagnostic tests across our major condition pathways…..

Happy Saint David’s day.
Let’s make some Welsh cakes!

Join the Countdown: Rare Disease Day 2024!

This Rare Disease Day, 29th February 2024, our aim is to highlight how rare conditions are far more common than most people think.

Together, we can make a difference!

Raise ataxia awareness: ataxia.org.uk/rare-disease-d…

We have 2 x trainee/apprentice posts vacant Royal Papworth Hospital NHS FT 💙
in the Royal Papworth Respiratory Physiology department. Spread the word to anyone wishing to start their career in healthcare science.

Opportunity to progress once apprenticeship completed.

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National School of Healthcare Science East of England Healthcare Science Network

In June 2024, a national ataxia study day led by Sheffield Ataxia Centre is taking place. We encourage these training opportunities to ensure that healthcare professionals involved in the care of those with ataxia are up to date with the latest information and training.

The EMA approves the drug Skyclarys® to treat adults with Friedreich’s ataxia in EU countries. For more info, head over to: ataxia.org.uk/omav-updates/

#AtaxiaAwareness #AtaxiaUK #Skyclarys #FriedreichsAtaxia #RareDisease

“One of my neighbours, she’s facing an operation for cancer tomorrow. She’ll be somewhere in the queue. She’s also disabled and can’t stand for very long, but she’s had no choice but to stand.” theguardian.com/society/2024/f…

Millions of people are using the NHS App to manage their health the easy way, from booking an appointment to checking their records.

Find out more about the NHS App ➡️ nhs.uk/app

JPR ❤️

Ageing starts pre birth

a life course approach to healthy ageing and multimorbidity

the foundation for accumulating chronic diseases is established early in life

thelancet.com/journals/lanhl…

Settle NHS dispute or thousands with cancer could die early, say health chiefs | Doctors | The Guardian theguardian.com/society/2024/j…

Your gifts are reinvested back into projects to help find a cure for the ataxias and to help support those affected by ataxia until a cure is found. You still have time to give one last gift this festive season.

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