Every year in September, healthcare professionals, patients, and advocacy groups come together to raise awareness about urological issues during Urology Awareness Month. This year, in 2023, we focus our attention on bladder health, with a particular emphasis on urinary tract infections (UTIs), urinary incontinence, and bladder cancer. These conditions affect millions of people worldwide,...
In December 2021, the UK government unveiled the “People at the Heart of Care” white paper. This promised significant funding for social care reform over three years. In April, they allocated £700 million, including £250 million for the social care workforce. On 28th July, social care minister Helen Whatley announced plans to invest...
Every year, millions of people lose their lives to hepatitis. World Hepatitis Day (WHD) takes place on 28th July each year. In 2023, WHD’s theme is “We’re not waiting” to end hepatitis. People living with viral hepatitis cannot afford to wait for testing and life-saving treatments. WHD aims to eradicate stigma and demand political...
In today’s interconnected world, many individuals face personal crises and mental health struggles. During difficult times, having someone to listen and provide support can make all the difference. That’s where Samaritans, a renowned UK charity, comes in. Every year, Samaritans host an annual awareness campaign called “Talk to Us.” On 24th July, Samaritans...
The NHS is dedicated to enhancing patient outcomes through the introduction of innovative solutions in health and social care. These advancements encompass new technologies that enable illness prevention, early diagnosis, effective treatments, and accelerated recovery. The NHS is championing these breakthroughs. To support the implementation of cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, a £21...
Advantage accredits care organisations to deliver their own training, from compliance to specialist clinical skills. Find out how to become an accredited training provider. Safety, consistency and a person-centred approach are vital elements in high-quality care. Safety ensures the health and well-being of individuals receiving care. Consistency ensures care is reliable and predictable, without...
Diabetes Week 2023 takes place 12th-18th June 2023. The annual event, organised by Diabetes UK, aims to raise awareness and support those living with diabetes. Advantage Accreditation specialises in training for Health and Social Care staff. This article demonstrates how the public can support those with diabetes. Support networks are vital for those living...
Carers Week 2023 takes place from 5th to 11th June. Every year, this event aims to raise awareness of the challenges faced by unpaid carers across the country. In 2023, the week will once again provide an opportunity to acknowledge and support those in unpaid caring roles. This is a vital role in our...
Dementia Action Week 2023 takes place from 15th to 21st May. Created by the Alzheimer's Society, this campaign encourages us to 'act on dementia'. Dementia describes symptoms affecting cognitive abilities. There are several types of dementia. Alzheimer's disease is the most common type, affecting 60-70% of dementia cases (World Health Organization). Around 900,000...
The UK government have new plans to invest £150 million in the digital transformation of adult social care (gov.uk). This is a collaboration between the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) and NHS England. This plan aims to make significant improvements by 2025 by implementing new digital strategies. The goals of this initiative...
The UK’s adult social care sector continues to face staff shortages. In 2020/21, over 100,000 social care roles across the country were vacant (UK Parliament). The government has proposed a new Care Workforce Pathway to encourage workers to join the sector. The pathway also provides a framework for career progression for existing care staff....
This week strives to raise awareness of allergies and the difficulties faced by people with allergies. The annual event was set up by Allergy UK. Allergies affect over 20% of the UK population (Allergy UK). One in five people has at least one allergic disorder. The number of people affected by allergies is much...
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has the potential to transform the healthcare and social care industry in many ways. Here are some examples: Early diagnosis and treatment: AI can be used to analyse medical images and help doctors identify potential health problems in patients at an early stage. This can lead to earlier diagnosis and more...
World Autism Acceptance Week 2023 27th March – 2nd April Every spring the National Autistic Society holds World Autism Acceptance Week to raise funds and promote acceptance of autistic people. 2023’s theme is colour. You can sign up for the virtual Spectrum Colour Challenge now. The National Autistic Society offers a range of...
Monday 13th February 2023 is International Epilepsy Day. This is an annual event which aims to raise awareness of epilepsy and its impact. The event is organised by the International Bureau for Epilepsy (IBE) and the International League Against Epilepsy (ILAE). This year, International Epilepsy Day will focus on the stigma associated with...