We have a new report out, looking at hypo and hypernatraemia www.ncepod.org.uk/2025bs.html @HQIP @RCPhysicians @Soc_Endo @RCollEM @theRCN @FICMNews @acutemedicine @UKKidney #bloodsodium

Join us for the 2nd annual Edgbaston Course in May 2026. Start thinking about the multidisciplinary team you want to bring and keep an eye on the BAPEN website for information on registering to come soon.

After a productive summer fruiting our blueberries are giving us a real show for autumn @gardenersworldmag.bsky.social

Vaccinations have been so successful that “there's been a collective forgetting that measles, and mumps, and rubella—these used to be diseases that would kill people in fairly large numbers,” the Nobel laureate Jennifer Doudna tells Jeffrey Goldberg at The Atlantic Festival. bit.ly/46a5DUE

I've written to Keir Starmer, Kemi Badenoch and Nigel Farage, urging them to join me in condemning Elon Musk's dangerous remarks inciting violence yesterday. As leaders, we must stand together and make clear Musk will face serious consequences for these actions.

Appalled by the violent scenes of police being attacked at the Tommy Robinson rally today. Those responsible should face the full force of the law. These far right thugs do not speak for Britain.

Rainbows in Leicestershire

The swallows and house martins are hanging on in South Leicestershire; summer isn’t over just yet 🤞 @rspb.bsky.social @lrosbirds.bsky.social

Watching @britsocgastro.bsky.social conference on catch up and nutrition, and the importance of having access to specialist dietitians, is being mentioned in every session on IBD 😀

⏰ Final call – applications for BAPEN President Elect close tomorrow! Don’t miss this last chance work alongside Dr Nick Thompson and play an exciting role in guiding BAPEN through national developments. Apply today: bit.ly/4mAf05W

🏆 Nominations are open for the PENG Excellence in Nutrition Support Award 2025! Showcase a service or project that demonstrates excellence. ✅ Nominate yourself, a colleague, or a team. The winner will present at the PENG Study Day. Apply here: bit.ly/4lKpC0A

Fantastic morning foraging courtesy of Leicester Community Orchards www.leicester.gov.uk/leisure-and-...

Good to see this BOHS guidance explaining the difference between FRSM and FFP3 in healthcare. FRSM are useful but are not protective equipment for workers and it’s important this is recognised properly when determining protection against airborne infection www.bohs.org/media-resour...

New report from @bapen.bsky.social Patient Network Group on improving services for people living at home with an enteral tube youtu.be/_NkDzm5FBKI?...

NCEPOD are recruiting additional trustees. If you would like to know more about the role see our advert here: www.ncepod.org.uk/vacancies.html @ilovepathology.bsky.social @kathrich.bsky.social

BAPEN's Patient Network Group recently spoke with Mike Nickle about his journey adapting to life with artificial nutrition – from the learning curve of managing a feeding tube at home, to finding ways to enjoy everyday activities. Read his story here ➡️ bit.ly/414NaWF

We’re delighted to support #HANWeek2025, raising awareness of essential nutritional treatments: parenteral and enteral feeding, and oral nutrition supplements. Visit the PINNT website to learn more ➡️ bit.ly/4fEBT5D

📢We're calling for your nominations for the following Awards, presented at Conference 2025. If you would like to nominate either yourself or a colleague, please email the BAPEN Office [email protected]. For more information, visit: bit.ly/4fsbVSE

BAPEN is looking for Practitioners in Psychological Medicine! Join a multidisciplinary community of healthcare professionals committed to improving nutrition care and support and access a range of member benefits. More info here: bit.ly/4esMYpK

🤔 www.clinicalnutritionespen.com/article/S240...

The BDA Prescribers Specialist Sub-group has released a survey to explore views on dietitian supplementary prescribing. The survey can be accessed below and should not take more than 10 minutes. 🔗 bit.ly/4kXjt0I 📅 Deadline: 5pm on 1st August

BMA council chair @tomdolphin.bsky.social has spoken to the Guardian on why the Government must set out a credible path to pay restoration for resident doctors in England. Read the article here 👇🔗 www.theguardian.com/society/2025... #PayRestoration

‘Skeletons marching to death’: Palestinians face hunger and gunfire as Israel pushes into central Gaza

During the late 19th century, demand for lime grew and industrial-sized kilns were built. The former Craven Lime Works has examples of three different types, including the impressive Hoffmann kiln, the best-preserved in England. 📸 Mark Sadler | #YorkshireDales #TuesdayThoughts

A group of healthcare professionals are lobbying for the development of suitable and licensed jejunostomy feeding tubes 📢 50 NHS Trusts are now on board Find out more and complete the form ➡️ bit.ly/3Gurxb9

Rescued #Hedgehog living its best life 😀 @iolowilliams.bsky.social @chrisgpackham.bsky.social @bbcspringwatch.bsky.social

We are expanding our Consultant team and looking for a new Hepatology colleague #Gastroenterology #Hepatology www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jo...

Swifts over Leicester Royal Infirmary today 😀 @lrosbirds.bsky.social

📣 We’re inviting applications for the role of BAPEN President Elect – a vital position that offers the chance to shape the future of nutritional care in the UK. 🗓️ Term as President begins November 2026 👥 Open to BAPEN members 🔗 Enquiries: [email protected]

BAPEN offers Travel Grants for students and first-time submitters! BAPEN is committed to supporting students and early career researchers to present their work at our conference by offering travel grants to #BAPEN2025. Find out more bit.ly/3YjCz8V

If the whole MDT think about nutrition hospital length of stay is decreased. More evidence of why we all need to think about our patient’s nutrition www.clinicalnutritionespen.com/article/S240...

The wildlife in Leicestershire is matching the weather today #BeaconHillCountryPark

New report out today! A review of the quality of rehabilitation care after an ICU admission: ncepod.org.uk/2025icur.html @Davido744 @BACCNUK @ICS_updates @theRCOT @thecsp @BDA_Dietitians @rcgp @RCSLT @FICMNews @ICUsteps @UKCCNA @RCoANews @GeriSoc @hqip.bsky.social

Celebrating the launch of the new British Nutrition Foundation comprehensive Briefing Paper: Diet In Pregnancy We are excited to announce our webinar series on Healthy Beginnings: Understanding why nutrition and healthy weight in pregnancy matters Register now: www.nutrition.org.uk/training-and...

Vaccine fatigue is real but more hard core anti-vax sentiment is also on the rise. Are children paying the price for their parents misguided beliefs? Great to work with @joeydurso.bsky.social for this Sunday Times piece:

11 children died from whopping cough last year and there were more measles cases than any year back to 2012.

Accurate and easy to complete nutritional screening for patients with advanced liver disease is desperately needed 👇 www.clinicalnutritionespen.com/article/S240...

Saw this advertised today. It’s 2025 not 1925; Is it any wonder that gender pay gaps still exist? 🤦‍♂️😡

Perfect present for any nature loving Gastroenterologists in your life 😂

Today, we've written to David Lammy MP, calling on the Government to take immediate action to prevent famine in Gaza. As Israel continues their blockade of humanitarian aid, 1 in 5 people face imminent starvation and hospitals are running out of medicines fast. www.bma.org.uk/what-we-do/w...

Fantastic to see @bapen.bsky.social supporting students and first time attendees to get to conference 👇

Heading home with his new friends #SpringWatch @bbcspringwatch.bsky.social @chrisgpackham.bsky.social @iolowilliams.bsky.social

First rose of the year 😀 #Gardening #Roses @gardenersworldmag.bsky.social

Spotted my first swifts of the year today at Stanwick Lakes 😀 #UKBirding #NorthantsBirding

Are you passionate about supporting our members to improve their practice? This is a fantastic opportunity to oversee the onboarding of mentors and contribute to the training of clinical staff and students from across the UK. Register here: bit.ly/4hOQiLR

UK plummets down rankings for LGBT+ rights in Europe following Supreme Court ruling

The relationship between our diet and our mental health is complex. However, research shows a link between what we eat and how we feel. This week, take a moment to check in with someone - a listening ear and a nourishing meal can both go a long way. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

👇 100% what Larry says