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Hello <<First Name>>,
As we approach the end of Black History Month, I’d like to draw your attention to our Racial Equality Pledges which forcefully reject all forms of racism and discrimination, protect and promote equality and increase awareness of bias and injustice. We pledged a shared commitment to racial equality in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin a year ago and I would like to thank you all for your support. It’s important we create a culture of inclusiveness, which is why the Ethnically Diverse Network event that Alison Bussey mentioned in the last issue was a great chance to highlight and celebrate our dedicated and diverse workforce that we are so lucky to have.
Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin ICS launched a new preceptorship programme earlier this month, to support newly qualified nurses, Allied Health Professionals, and midwives in their early career journey. The programme's aims are to develop confidence and competence as independent professionals and refine their skills, values and behaviours. It was brilliant to hear how well the first event went, with attendees enjoying a range of workshops and personal development sessions. From a personal perspective, I absolutely recognise that the beginning of a newly qualified practitioner’s career can be tough at times and an individual’s initial experience can shape their development. This is why the preceptorship programme is essential.
As the delivery of the winter vaccination programme continues to progress, I want to take this opportunity to urge you all again- to spread the word to everyone in our system that all health and social care workers can come forward and top up their immunity this winter. As of 17 October, we have delivered over 110,000 vaccines in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin, which is good, however, we need to do more collectively to increase uptake amongst staff. Please don’t fall into the trap of thinking flu is just a heavy cold or that COVID-19 has gone away, both are serious life-threatening diseases and cases are currently on the rise. I urge all staff to have your jabs as soon as possible, ahead of winter, to protect yourself, your family and the people we care for.
Tuesday 18th of October saw us celebrate Pharmacy Technician Day, which allowed us to recognise the invaluable contributions made by Pharmacy Technicians within Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin. Working with our Medicines Management Team, the Pharmacy Technicians are integral to patient health and safety. A case study, which can be found here, highlights the role of one of our Pharmacy Technicians, Claire Joyce, and the vast array of work and support she offers to her local area.
As ever, we have some fantastic work going on across the patch that you will be able to read below. Both Telford & Wrekin Council and Shropshire Council have now launched initiatives to support people battling the cost-of-living crisis. Both councils have also launched a new online hub offering advice and support for those who need it.
I hope you enjoy this edition.
Best wishes,
Simon
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Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin ICS celebrates Black History Month
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On Thursday 6 October, Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care System (ICS) celebrated Black History Month with an event at Shrewsbury Town Football Club. Organised by the ICS Equality, Diversity and Inclusion steering group, this stimulating event saw the relaunch of the Ethnically Diverse Network which will work towards creating meaningful conversations around equity, diversity and inclusion.
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COVID-19 VACCINATION PROGRAMME
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People aged 50 and over urged to book their COVID-19 autumn boosters
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People aged 50 and over can now book their COVID-19 autumn booster and flu vaccination in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin.
Steve Ellis, Programme and Service Director for Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin’s Vaccination Service, said: “We have got off to a great start in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin delivering more than 80,000 COVID-19 autumn boosters already in just over a month to people aged 65 and over and those most at risk from Covid. “I would urge anyone aged 50 and over or who is eligible for a vaccine to book their autumn booster and/or flu vaccination as soon as they can, ahead of winter.
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Celebrating Pharmacy Technician Day in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin
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To mark Pharmacy Technician Day last week, we celebrated the contribution Pharmacy Technicians make to the health and care services across our county.
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Integrated Care System launches innovative preceptorship programme
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Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care System (ICS) has launched a new preceptorship programme to support newly qualified nurses, Allied Health Professionals and midwives in their early career journey.
The programme aims to develop newly qualified colleagues’ confidence and competence as independent professionals, and refine their skills, values and behaviours.
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Macmillan funded project set to improve the lives of people living with Cancer
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A new project aimed at improving the experiences of people living with cancer in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin has been funded by Macmillan Cancer Support. Dr Ian Chan from NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin said: “This newly formed service allows our patients to receive real wrap-around care from their GP practice at a time when they will need our care and support the most.”
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New Clinical Lead for Personalised Care joins NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin
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NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin has successfully appointed Dr Jane Povey, former Medical Director at Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust, as its new Clinical Lead for Personalised Care. This is a crucial role for the Integrated Care System and will drive forward the progression of patient and service user centred care.
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British Red Cross to deliver new Positive Lives Service
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NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin has awarded the contract for the new Positive Lives Service (formerly HISU) to the British Red Cross.
The British Red Cross began mobilising the service earlier this month. The Positive Lives Service will work with individuals, aged 18 and over, who are identified as frequent users of our emergency services, including 999, NHS 111, A&E, and emergency hospital admissions, to ensure that their health and wellbeing needs are met.
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First Community Diagnostic Centre on track to open in 2023
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With the aim of transforming diagnostic services for the residents of Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin, we are working to open our first Community Diagnostic Centre in Telford next year. The centre will see elective diagnostic tests delivered away from acute hospital sites and separately from urgent diagnostic scans. It will reduce waiting times for non-urgent tests and reduce the risk of cancellation, improving patient experience and outcomes.
Development of the CDC is well underway, including agreeing the lease for a property, preparing the interior, buying the specialist equipment and staff recruitment.
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Telford & Wrekin Council launches new online hub to help with cost-of-living
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Telford & Wrekin Council has created an online hub as a one-stop-shop for information and help available to tackle the cost-of-living crisis. The new hub includes support and advice around finances, food costs, general wellbeing and more.
Check out the hub here
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Tackling the cost-of-living crisis in Shropshire
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Organisations in Shropshire are working in partnership to create a joint response to the cost-of-living crisis through a task force. You can access resources to support residents through the cost-of-living crisis by clicking on the link below.
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THE ROBERT JONES AND AGNES HUNT ORTHOPAEDIC HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST (RJAH)
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Dame Agnes Hunt Nursing Medal awarded to dedicated cancer nurse
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Pip Page-Davies, Oncology Specialist Nurse, was presented with the prestigious Dame Agnes Hunt Nursing Medal after being described as an “asset to both her team, the hospital and the wider nursing community”.
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Local NHS care team nominated for three prestigious national nursing awards
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The Advance Care Plan (ACP) in Care Home Team from Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust (Shropcom) have been nominated for three awards at the Nursing Times Awards. Shropcom’s ACP team has been shortlisted in the categories of ‘Enhancing Patient Dignity’, ‘Managing Long term Conditions’ and ‘Nursing in the Community’. These nominations recognise the team’s ongoing commitment to supporting care home staff, patients, and their families in elderly care home settings across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin.
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HealthWatch Shropshire wants to hear from you
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As the independent champion of health and social care services in Shropshire, HealthWatch Shropshire wants to hear your experiences of trying to get specialist NHS support.
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Book your autumn booster today
As a health or social care worker, you’re more likely to be exposed to the flu and COVID-19 viruses. Book your autumn booster to protect yourself and your loved ones now.
Click here to learn more
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Join our health and wellbeing event, 'The Art of Brilliance – Rising Stronger'
Join our wellbeing event to learn how to adapt to a more positive mindset, manage stress and anxiety, and master ways to switch off without guilt to rediscover yourself.
When: 9th November, 12:30pm -1:30 pm.
Registrations open until 8th Nov 2022.
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Attend the 6th Annual William Farr Memorial Lecture
This year's William Farr event focuses on the wonderful work being done by staff and volunteers for our military community.
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Shro And Tel is our intranet for all colleagues across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin ICS.
On the site you’ll find information about career development, wellbeing and health offers, discounts, events, policies and procedures and much more.
See if you could sign up for an account here.
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If you have a story you would like to feature in the next edition of Collaborate, please email stw.communicationsteam@nhs.net
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