The official corporate news channel of the UK Defence Medical Services. The Defence Medical Services operates under the Cyber & Specialist Operations Command.
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Defence Medical retweeted
They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them.
#RemembranceSunday #LestWeForget
Defence Medical retweeted
Sunrise on the Cenotaph.
Today, thousands of veterans will join The Royal Family and Armed Forces personnel on parade to commemorate all those who served and gave their lives in defence of our freedoms.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them.
Defence Medical retweeted
Today, on #RemembranceSunday, we remember all those who served and died for our country.
From past generations to those who wear the uniform today, we honour their courage, dedication and service.
We will remember them.
#LestWeForget
With #WorldRadiographyDay approaching, we’re highlighting how Defence radiographers use #MedicalImaging to support clinical decisions and deliver high-quality patient care wherever Defence personnel operate.
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More than 130 UK Armed Forces personnel in Brunei have completed life saving battlefield casualty care training, with local instructors also now able to train others and sustain the capability.
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#DefenceMedical #TCCC
From portable dental units to lessons from recent deployments. 🦷⚓
The Royal Navy’s inaugural Dental Specialisation Summit brought personnel together to sharpen practical skills, strengthen resilience and prepare dental teams for future operations.
See it. Report it. Make a difference.
This #MedSafetyWeek, help make medicines & medical devices safer by reporting suspected side effects & safety concerns through the Yellow Card scheme.
Every report adds to our understanding of potential safety issues & helps protect patients.
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Seven nations. Two insight days. One aim: stronger international military medical partnerships.
Allies and partners have visited UK Defence Medical to share expertise and explore closer cooperation. 🏴 🇫🇷 🇺🇸 🇧🇭 🇮🇪 🇷🇸 🇭🇺 🇪🇪
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Taking back control this #Stoptober 🚭
After around 30 years of #smoking, @RoyalNavy Dental Nurse WO2 Janice Nettleton decided to take back control. Now #SmokeFree, she shares what helped her make a lasting change.
Read Janice’s story 👉 medium.com/@defencemedicalse…
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More than 100 military & civilian medical experts came together to test the UK's response to battlefield injuries.
Read about how Defence Medical, the NHS & UK health providers are working together to strengthen readiness for future operations here: bit.ly/4seNL4l
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Could the UK cope with mass casualties in a future conflict?
More than 100 military experts, clinicians and civil servants joined NHS professionals and international partners for a three-day wargame testing the UK's medical response, drawing lessons from Ukraine
A new chapter for Defence Medical.
Professor Jason Leitch CBE has been appointed Chief of Defence Medical, leading the transformation of military healthcare to strengthen readiness for future operations and drive innovation to help save lives.
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AVM Darren Ellison, Commander Defence Healthcare, reminds us that strength isn't facing challenges alone.
Let's recognise the importance of creating environments where people feel able to speak openly, support one another and prioritise their wellbeing. 💚
#WorldMentalHealthDay
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With #WorldMentalHealthDay approaching, we asked colleagues across Defence Medical what they carry in their invisible kit to support their mental wellbeing. 💚
Discover what helps our colleagues and what might help you, too. 💭
Read more here: 👉 bit.ly/4yLTFg0
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This #PublicHealthWorkforceWeek we're recognising the Defence public health workforce; a network of Regular, Reserve and Civilian specialists whose expertise helps protect, promote and restore the health of the Armed Forces every day.
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From advanced patient simulators to immersive digital learning tools, the latest Medical Simulation Industry Engagement Event brought Defence and industry together to explore #Innovations shaping the future of military #MedicalTraining
This #Stoptober Defence Medical and the Department of Health and Social Care are working together to help Defence personnel take positive steps towards a smoke-free future, with the free NHS Quit Smoking app.
Read more here: 👉 bit.ly/3Vh5Xhv
This #WorldPharmacistsDay Sumeet Matharu OBE shares her experiences as Chief Pharmacist for Defence Primary Healthcare and reflects on a rewarding career in Defence. 💊
Read more here 👉: bit.ly/4yizo1g
