Neurodegenerative diseases workshop – 24th February 2024

What if you could detect neurodegenerative diseases earlier in your patients? Participate in a Workshop on Saturday the 24th of February 2024.  The Academy of Medical Sciences, Alzheimer’s Research UK and the Alzheimer’s Society are hosting a cross-sector policy...

Burns and scalds communication for care homes

Burns are injuries to the skin caused by fire or a dry heat source, such as hot metal. Scalds are similar injuries caused by a hot liquid or by steam. The skin may peel and there may be blisters or swelling as well as intense pain. Where large areas of skin are...

Care Home Prevention Falls Services

HCPA wanted to send a reminder of the services available to you when someone has fallen in your care homes. As you know residents have much better outcomes if they don’t have admissions to hospital or long lies while waiting for an ambulance. Hertfordshire have...