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Meet Libby, an Apprentice Emergency Medical Technician at North West Ambulance Service NHS Trust! After growing up being inspired by her parents working in the NHS as a nurse and paramedic, Libby joined the ambulance service herself in 2023. ‘The caring and compassionate nature my parents show led me to aspire to a similar career. When an opportunity came to join North West Ambulance Service I applied and started my training.’ Now, Libby is working towards qualifying as an emergency medical technician, and then on to becoming a paramedic! ‘I have found it a very rewarding role, providing care and effective treatment, especially when I’ve had the opportunity to save lives as part of a crew and team from NWAS. ‘I would encourage anyone interested in healthcare to join the NHS, and especially the ambulance service as it’s a great place to work.’ Becoming a paramedic is just one of the 350 roles available in the NHS – find yours at https://lnkd.in/eV2jE_a9

‘Working alongside my mother is a truly special experience and it has strengthened our bond.’ Frances followed in her mother Tsitsi’s footsteps by becoming a nurse. Together they have worked at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust for over 18 years combined! Reflecting on her career that was inspired by her mother, Frances said ‘We offer each other advice and emotional support as we have a shared understanding of the nursing profession. We both think that nursing is so rewarding – the constant learning and growth keeps things exciting. It is a job that pushes and inspires you as you strive to improve patient care.’ Find your healthcare family and join the NHS. Visit: www.healthcareers.nhs.uk #MothersDay #WeAreTheNHS

Eid Mubarak to all our NHS colleagues celebrating Eid al-Fitr! ☪️ #EidMubarak

We’ll be live streaming the #NHSBoard meeting today at 3:30pm. You can find the agenda, board papers and link to watch the public session on our website. ➡️ https://lnkd.in/egjM8mBz

‘Her quick thinking saved my life’. When Chelsea had a life-threatening asthma attack, her 7-year-old daughter Brooke didn’t panic – she called 999. Call handler Stuart quickly classified it as a Category 1 emergency, and within 8 minutes, paramedics arrived. Brooke let them in, and they got to work. Chelsea was rushed to Southend University Hospital where she received life-saving treatment. For her incredible bravery, Brooke was honoured with an East of England Ambulance Service NHS Trust bravery award at Southend Ambulance Station, surrounded by her proud parents and the emergency team who responded. 💚 If you’re asthmatic, it’s important that your friends and family know how to help in an emergency. Advice here: https://lnkd.in/eWFENj9h

The NHS national booking system has today opened for 7.5 million eligible people to book their spring Covid-19 vaccination. The vaccine provides vital protection against different strains of the Covid virus and helps reduce the risk of catching and spreading it, as well as the risk of serious illness or needing to go to hospital if you do catch it. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ezbAh2Zj

‘Our baby was born weighing less than a bag of sugar.’ Paramedic Kriss’ little boy Noah was born in August last year, at just 29 weeks of pregnancy. After NHS staff at Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust noticed that Noah's heart rate was abnormal during a routine checkup, they sent him for urgent tests. The results showed that Noah was undersized and the placenta wasn’t working properly, which put his life at serious risk. Following a successful emergency caesarian, Noah was taken to the neonatal intensive care unit, weighing just 905 grams. While mum Molly recovered, Noah learnt how to breathe on his own, but still needed to spend the next few months in hospital. Kriss explains, ‘He was just so incredibly tiny, and he needed to grow stronger.’ Now, Noah is riding in the front of the ambulance with his dad and has been on his first holiday! ‘He is the cheekiest little chap.’ We’re so glad to see Noah all grown up now! 💙 Become part of a team that changes people’s lives. https://lnkd.in/g4_Ncnf

‘Dad’s recovery is so boosted by Roger and Kimmy. We’re really privileged and grateful to Roger spending his time with us and sharing the beautiful Kimmy. She inspires and motivates my dad and all the patients she sees.’ Hazel and her dad, Mike, met Kimmy and her owner Roger at University Hospital Southampton NHS FT, after Mike suffered a stroke. As soon as Mike was able to take his first steps with his walking frame, Kimmy gently supported him on his way with the help of the rehab team. Kimmy and Roger often volunteer at hospital supporting patients with the help of their rehab team. Roger said ‘We have been working at the hospital for nearly five years. Before that Kimmy was a Guide Dog but was dismissed because of a hand dryer phobia in public loos! She's very special.’ Well done to Kimmy, Roger and the therapy team.

Meet twins Ruby and Rosie, who were born conjoined at the abdomen and intestine.      Thanks to the incredible team at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust, they were successfully separated at just 24 hours old!     📹: BBC The One Show 

‘It’s really important that babies born with Down’s syndrome get a great start in life and the suitcases are a really positive step towards that.’    See how Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust offer families of babies born with Down’s syndrome a ‘Welcome to the world’ suitcase.    The suitcases contain items to support the learning and development of babies and useful information booklets to support new parents and their mental wellbeing. They also include fidget toys, a new outfit and a blanket.     #WorldDownSyndromeDay