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    MaST Trial | CCTU - 12 month(s) ago

    Research summary Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is an alteration in brain function or other evidence of brain pathology, caused by an external force. It is a major public health problem that can result in physical, cognitive, functional and psychosocial disability. The majority of patients who have a TBI do not need to stay in hospital. However, approximately 9,000 patients require admission to a…

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      Key trial: 'Management of Seizures after Traumatic Brain Injury' The overall aim of the 'MaST' trial @Cambridge_Uni is to define best practice in the use of anti-epileptic drugs for patients following a traumatic brain injury. Find out more here https://t.co/r144satpEJ #BGSconf https://t.co/6MqQ7KaXzp

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    2023 Spring Meeting | British Geriatrics Society - 12 month(s) ago

    Live in Edinburgh and online 17-19 May. Click here to register, view the programme and access the live stream.

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      A warm welcome to day 2 of our Spring Meeting @eicc in Edinburgh! We have great speakers lined up for today discussing topics including #PerioperativeCare #Rehabilitation #GreenHealthcare and a guest lecture by @samriley on NHS data analysis #BGSconf https://t.co/p0gVbTUGmG https://t.co/6ljMPoVWft

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    Retired Members' Group | British Geriatrics Society - 12 month(s) ago

    Are you retiring from active practice, or have you retired? There is no need to end your relationship with the British Geriatrics Society. There are favourable membership rates for retired members and annual activities for retired BGS members and their partners

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      BGS Past President @Burns61Jenny says 'don't be a dinosaur' in your longer working life and retirement. Embrace change, keep up to date with the latest developments and stay engaged with the #geriatricmedicine community. The BGS is here to help! https://t.co/MXJUcsVWRl #BGSconf https://t.co/TmppyHecWj

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      Dr Rosemary Kelly discusses retirement planning, her experience and how she is now supporting the #geriatricmedicine specialty in Northern Ireland. The BGS has an active Retired Members' Group and a 50% membership fee reduction. Find out more here https://t.co/MXJUcsVWRl #BGSconf https://t.co/Q5n6u1eUii

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    Welcome - Advanced Practice - 12 month(s) ago

    Building a recognised and visible advanced practitioner workforce is a priority for the NHS; there is a clear and identified need for highly experienced clinicians who are trained to an advanced level of practice.

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      "@NHSEngland has the influence, objectivity and impartiality to bring together the many interested parties to ensure that Advanced Practice is underpinned by a rigorous education quality assurance system via the Centre for Advancing Practice" https://t.co/gNH6uVZtCo #BGSconf https://t.co/LuwhpvXAQx

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    BGS Strategic Plan 2023-26 | British Geriatrics Society - 12 month(s) ago

    The BGS Strategic Plan sets out our direction of travel to 2023, based on the environment in which BGS members work, our strengths as a Society and an assessment of how we can have most impact and influence in achieving our mission.

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      What is BGS doing for workforce? Our strategy 2023-26 includes liaising with national bodies and relevant organisations, and we are calling for an NHS workforce plan. Find out more here https://t.co/43V9MB7QBM #BGSconf https://t.co/EPEFtJoEJB

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    Region officer roles and volunteer opportunities | British Geriatrics Society - 12 month(s) ago

    BGS members are encouraged to support their local regions and to become actively involved with their current work. If you are keen to help strengthen the multi-disciplinary community of BGS members in your region, we’d love to hear from you.

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      Region officer roles in England provide a great opportunity for BGS members to help create a supportive and collaborative local environment for peers & colleagues. We encourage interest from all disciplines and all levels. https://t.co/y9u1LEumTY #BGSconf https://t.co/5f2it0yWzT

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