NEC Metropole Hilton Birmingham Lighting Production
Calibar recently provided the production for a high profile Indian Wedding at the prestigious NEC Metropole Hilton Hotel and transformed the venue into an amazing spectacle.\n\n \n\nOur production team took over the whole ceiling across the impressive Monarch suite and using a mixture of LED washers
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Utilizing Audits for Antimicrobial Stewardship in General Practice
The importance of audits in antimicrobial stewardship is highlighted in this informative content covering topics like why audit and feedback are crucial, sources of prescribing data, available audit tools, practical tips, and a case study showcasing the positive impact of audits in UTI management. T
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Patient Voices for Social Prescribing Programme Overview
Patient Voices for Social Prescribing Programme aims to empower individuals with lived experience of social prescribing to share their stories effectively. The program includes storytelling sessions, peer support, case study development, and opportunities for participants to advocate for social pres
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Comprehensive Support Services for Health and Wellbeing
Explore a range of support services including social prescribing, housing assistance, financial advice, health programs, and mental health resources. Social prescribing offers tailored support plans, while housing services cover issues like homelessness and damp conditions. Financial support include
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Ultimate Family Getaway in Thailand
Step into an adventure-filled journey tailor-made for the whole family! Our Thailand Family Tour Package is all about creating magical moments for both kids and adults. Get ready to be dazzled by the incredible Alcazar Show in Pattaya, where cultures from around the world come to life in a mesmerizi
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Pharmacist Training Reform for 2025/26: Key Facts and Implementation Update
The reform in the Initial Education and Training of Pharmacists (IETP) for 2025/26 includes new standards, enhanced clinical capabilities, and independent prescribing requirements. The National Recruitment Scheme (NRS) is pivotal for quality management, with all trainee pharmacists recruited through
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Optimizing Geriatric Pharmacotherapy: Challenges and Considerations
This content elaborates on the Nebraska Geriatrics Workforce Enhancement Program, supported by HRSA, focusing on age-friendly primary care and the 4Ms approach to medication management in older adults. It addresses the objectives of understanding factors affecting drug use in the elderly, recognizin
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Spectacle Prescribing Guidelines for Infants and Children
This paper explores guidelines for prescribing spectacles to infants and children, focusing on considerations such as refractive errors, normal visual development, and the impact of spectacles on visual function and emmetropisation. It discusses refractive errors and astigmatism prevalence from birt
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Social Prescribing Innovators Programme in London
The Social Prescribing Innovators Programme in London aims to support frontline problem solvers in developing and implementing innovative solutions to address healthcare challenges through social prescribing. With a focus on holistic approaches to enhance health and wellbeing while relieving pressur
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Social Prescribing Champions Training Overview
Explore the Social Prescribing Champions Training program offered by HINSouthLondon, focusing on topics like the Social Prescribing model, HealthUnlocked digital platform, communication techniques, and more. Discover the aims of the project, the Health Innovation Network, and the development of prim
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The Impact of Social Prescribing on Health and Well-being
Social prescribing involves enabling primary care professionals to refer individuals to local non-clinical services, promoting a holistic approach to health management. This practice has gained recognition for its effectiveness in empowering individuals to take control of their own well-being. Initi
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Prescribing Safety Assessment - Item Development Process Overview
In the Prescribing Safety Assessment Workshop, item authoring is a crucial process involving multiple stages such as new item creation, editing, peer review, and final assessment board approval. Copy editors and clinical reviewers ensure the accuracy and quality of item content, while peer reviewers
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Enhancing Skills and Leadership in Non-Medical Prescribing
Support and guidance for Non-Medical Prescribers (NMPs) in developing skills, leadership, and competence. Emphasis on scope of practice, safe prescribing, governance, and the impact on service development. Importance of clinical supervision, organizational factors, and prescribing leadership for hig
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Practical Aspects of Non-Medical Prescribing in In-Patient Pain Management
Exploring the challenges and strategies involved in non-medical prescribing within in-patient pain services, focusing on practicalities, education, COVID-19 symptom management, and improving prescribing practices. The content delves into the complexities of the in-patient pain service, the role of n
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Improving Prescribing Safety in Medical Practice
Professor Simon Maxwell's Prescribing Safety Assessment (PSA) aims to address concerns regarding junior doctors' readiness for prescribing medications. The assessment was developed in response to high error rates in prescribing, emphasizing the importance of safe medication practices to enhance pati
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Digital Prescribing and Dispensing Programme in Scotland
The Digital Prescribing and Dispensing Pathways (DPDP) programme in Scotland aims to transform the prescribing and dispensing process by introducing end-to-end digital solutions to replace paper prescriptions. The initiative focuses on enhancing efficiency, safety, and sustainability while incorpora
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Appropriate Drug Prescribing in Older Adults: Balancing Harm and Cure
Understanding age-related changes in pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics is crucial for appropriate drug prescribing in older adults. Recognizing high-risk medications to avoid, understanding common drug interactions, and conducting regular drug list reviews are key components in providing safe an
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Personalised Care for London Social Prescribing Innovators Programme
The Personalised Care for London Social Prescribing Innovators Programme aims to empower individuals in London to take control of their health through innovative social prescribing services. This programme offers support and funding to address challenges in delivering social prescribing in primary c
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Understanding Social Prescribing Navigators and Their Role in Health Care
Social prescribing navigators are a vital part of the healthcare system, connecting patients with community resources to improve their health and wellbeing. This approach, known as social prescribing, targets a wide range of needs, from mental health support to social isolation. By working closely w
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Crisis Social Prescribing at Bromley by Bow: Interim Report on Reach and Impact
The Bromley by Bow Health Partnership and Centre are providing innovative health and well-being services in East London, focusing on the diverse needs of their community. Amid the pandemic, they adapted their Crisis Social Prescribing initiative to offer support to vulnerable individuals through var
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Understanding the Importance of Social Prescribing in Healthcare
Social prescribing is a valuable approach that connects individuals with local services to enhance their health and well-being. It offers a diverse range of support, from exercise groups to counseling, aimed at addressing non-medical issues like personal relationships, housing problems, and employme
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Enhancing Children's Wellbeing Through Social Prescribing in London
Social Prescribing for Children and Young People (CYP) in London aims to address non-clinical needs impacting health and wellbeing by connecting them to community resources. With a focus on inclusivity and early intervention, the initiative seeks to mainstream CYP social prescribing across all borou
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Understanding Opioid Misuse and Prescription Drug Guidelines
Explore the pharmaceutical perspective on prescription opioids, the impact of pain as a vital sign, sources of misused prescription opioids, non-medical use statistics, heroin trends, and CDC guidelines to limit opioid prescribing. Gain insights on the complexities surrounding opioid misuse and the
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Understanding e-Prescribing Basics with SureScripts
Explore the fundamentals of e-prescribing with SureScripts, covering key concepts such as prescriber terminology, prescription processing, error handling, prescriber registration requirements, and service levels. Gain insights into the different levels of e-prescribing capabilities and how to regist
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Association of Vitamin D Prescribing with Clinical Outcomes in COVID-19 Hospitalized Adults
Investigating the impact of Vitamin D prescribing on clinical outcomes in adults hospitalized with COVID-19, this study analyzes the association between Vitamin D treatment and patient outcomes such as mortality, length of stay, and need for ventilation. The research explores the complex effects of
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Antibiotic Prescribing Impact on Clostridium Difficile Risk in Patients on Protein Pump Inhibitors
Antibiotic prescribing in patients on protein pump inhibitors (PPIs) is associated with an increased risk of Clostridium difficile infection. A review was conducted on high-risk antibiotic prescriptions, revealing instances where patients were prescribed against guidelines, leading to potential comp
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Insights on the Opioid Crisis: Analyzing CDC Data and Policy Recommendations
Delve into the complexities of the opioid crisis through an examination of CDC data depicting the relationship between opioid addiction and overdose deaths. Contrary to popular belief, the crisis is not solely attributed to physicians over-prescribing opioids. Gain a deeper understanding of who is p
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Guide to Writing Spectacle Prescriptions for Patients
Learn how to write a prescription for spectacles by gathering patient information, understanding vision correction needs, prescribing spherical and aspherical lenses, testing near vision, and determining additional corrections like prism lenses. Explore the importance of history-taking, chief compla
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Management of Uncomplicated Sore Throat with a New Quick PCR Point-of-Care Test
A prospective study explored the utility of a high-sensitivity PCR test for Group A Streptococci in managing uncomplicated sore throats. Findings showed reduced antibiotic prescribing rates and targeted treatment, emphasizing the importance of testing patients and prescribing antibiotics based on te
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Summer Sufferings: Treatment Options for Hay Fever and Related Conditions
Dr. Craig Masson, a GP in Clarkston, East Renfrewshire, discusses prescribing and non-prescribing options for hay fever, sinusitis, prickly heat, urticaria, and Lyme disease. The content covers the challenges of managing hay fever symptoms including grass and pollen allergies, and suggests non-pharm
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Electronic Prescribing and Medicines Administration (ePMA) Journey Overview
Stockport's ePMA journey in June 2014 involved system build, QA processes, and testing for efficient electronic prescribing and medicines administration implementation. The presentation outlines lessons learned, system approach, QA process, and ongoing adjustments post-go-live to ensure continual im
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Tobacco Dependence Screening and Treatment in Behavioral Health Settings
This presentation focuses on building the capacity of prescribing clinicians in behavioral health settings to integrate best practices for prescribing tobacco cessation pharmacotherapy into standard care delivery. It includes goals, objectives, an agenda, and valuable information on tobacco dependen
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Evolution of Nurse Prescribing: A Career Transformation
In 2004, Sarah Windatt became an Independent Nurse Prescriber, marking a significant shift in her career. Her journey from starting at a Students Health Service in 1996 to embracing new prescribing responsibilities reflects the evolution of nurse prescribing over the years. The narrative captures th
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Challenges in Prescribing the Right Antimicrobial Agents
Prescribing the appropriate antimicrobial medication can be a daunting task due to various factors. In this case discussion, the patient is on multiple medications for different conditions, making it essential to carefully consider the choice of antimicrobial. Factors such as drug interactions, pati
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Factors Influencing Delayed Prescribing in UK Primary Care
Factors influencing delayed prescribing in UK primary care were examined through a study involving general practitioners (GPs) and prescribing scenarios for respiratory tract infections. Clinical features, patient preferences, and practitioner tendencies were key factors affecting the decision to pr
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Social Prescribing: Connecting People to Non-Medical Support
Social prescribing is a holistic approach that addresses non-medical factors impacting health by connecting individuals to tailored support services. This method aims to tackle loneliness, isolation, stress, financial issues, and mental health difficulties through activities such as joining communit
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Maximizing Learning Opportunities in Hospital Posts on the Bradford Scheme
Gain valuable clinical knowledge in hospital posts on the Bradford Scheme and enhance your future as a GP by reflecting on generic aspects of hospital practice, such as medical teamwork, safe prescribing, multidisciplinary teamwork, communication skills, understanding family behaviors, significant e
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Integrating Administrative Data in Health Studies: A Case Study
This case study explores the integration of administrative data in health studies focusing on profiling the health status of Irish regions in 2010. The objectives include linking regional health profiles to prescribing patterns, incorporating demographics and drug scheme coverage rates, and simulati
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London Social Prescribing Innovators Programme Workshop
Join the London Social Prescribing Innovators Programme workshop to learn about the programme, application process, support offered, and network with others in the field of Social Prescribing. Get insights on writing successful applications, funding breakdown, and brainstorming solutions for common
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The Future of Electronic Prescribing in Mental Health
Electronic prescribing is a key element of the NHS's paperless initiative, aiming to improve accuracy and efficiency in medication management for mental health patients. Benefits include increased safety, reduced errors, and better communication between healthcare providers. However, challenges such
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