Did you know bisexual doctors are the least likely to be open at work, even though they make up a large share of LGBTQ+ medical professionals? Read to find out why visibility matters and how small acts of allyship can help. www.bma.org.uk/news-and-opi...

The results are in! 67% of consultant and 82% of SAS doctor respondents in England say they're prepared to act if the Government does not address the erosion of their pay, value and recognition. We’ll meet with the SoS next week. Learn more: www.bma.org.uk/bma-media-ce...

Well that would be rubbish- no diss to St George’s which is v good but QMH has been fantastic every time I’ve been and offers such an essential service for the Putney area! @fleuranderson.bsky.social is there anything that can be done?

Today marks the start of strike action for resident doctors in England. These strikes could have been averted, if @rthonwesstreeting.bsky.social had a credible offer for us to consider. 🪧 Find your nearest picket: bma.org.uk/rdpicketlines #PayRestoration #DoctorsStrike

Indicative ballots for consultants and SAS doctors in England are NOW OPEN. 🔗 SAS doctors: www.bma.org.uk/SASpay 🔗 Consultants: www.bma.org.uk/ConsultantsPay

"My hope is that all disabled people know their worth is not tied to their ability to work and that by coming together, we will make the world kinder, fairer and more accessible for all" Read more from our patient liaison group co-chair Emma Beeden www.bma.org.uk/news-and-opi...

SAS doctors in England! It’s nearly time to vote YES in our indicative ballot. Update your details now to ensure you can have your say from 21 July. www.bma.org.uk/SASpay

Today marks 20 years since the 7/7 bombings struck London. On that day, 52 people were killed, with many more injured. We remember all those who lost their lives and were – and continue to be – impacted by the events of that day. www.bma.org.uk/news-and-opi...

"Under the terms of the executive order, political appointees loyal to the president can willfully find justification to label any research finding as scientific misconduct" This should terrify every single scientist in America.

All doctors, healthcare workers and patients deserve equitable access to healthcare and facilities ensuring dignity and safety. Following the Supreme Court ruling on biological sex, we remain committed to promoting inclusion in healthcare settings. Full statement: www.bma.org.uk/news-and-opi...

So thrilled to see @proud-at-bma.bsky.social launch after what I know has been a long while working hard to set things up. Well done!

🚨 Nominations are open! #BMAARM25 Any BMA member can self-nominate for ARM elections and help shape the future of the profession. 🔗Read the blog from @dlgden.bsky.social on her experiences, and how you can get involved: www.bma.org.uk/news-and-opi...

Sexism and sexual violence at medical school need to end. Our anonymous survey with @bma.org.uk & StudentBMA will help us push for change. Complete here and tell us about your experiences – direct or witnessed. www.surveymonkey.com/r/Medical_Sc...

‘How can you treat a person and ignore the climate?’ #TheDoctorPod hears from retired GPs and climate activists Diana Warner and Sarah Benn on why addressing the climate crisis should be seen as part of a doctor’s duty to safeguard human life. Listen now 🎧 thedoctor.bma.org.uk/podcast

We’re proud to take part in #OverseasNHSWorkersDay to recognise and celebrate our international members. www.youtube.com/watch?v=81m-... www.bma.org.uk/advice-and-s...

The latest episode of #TheDoctorPod spoke to three IMGs about working in today’s NHS. #OverseasNHSWorkersDay

Let's talk about this Nature piece in more detail. I've rarely read something so anti-scientific anywhere short of the National Review. www.nature.com/articles/d41...

If you're trying to figure out what to do right now, my advice is to just pick a thing that you think might be useful in some way, however small, and do it. Doing a thing leads you to doing another, bigger thing, and prepares you for that next thing.

‘The contrast between my early experiences and the welcoming environment I eventually discovered…shows how far we’ve come & how far we still have to go’ Read this powerful and inspiring blog from a doctor in Scotland marking LGBTQ+ History Month 👇 bmascotland.home.blog/2025/02/13/l...

‘My first week in the NHS, I was like, wow okay.’ In the third episode of #TheDoctorPod international medical graduate doctors share their stories of adapting to change, braving UK weather & the challenges and rewards of working in today’s NHS. Follow and listen now – thedoctor.bma.org.uk/podcast

This quote from Sartre is both very important to remember, but also *incredible* that he accurately predicted online edgelord shitstains

Episode 2 of #TheDoctorPod is now live. A fascinating discussion about art therapy and the evidence for its use for burnt out healthcare professionals. Give us a listen and a follow, wherever you get your podcasts! 🎙️ #MedSky

On #InternationalMigrantsDay, we thank our amazing migrant care workers for all you do. 🌍💙 If you're new to the UK, it can be confusing to hear phrases like ‘all ears’ or ‘cold turkey’. Check out our guide to common English expressions ➡️ https://buff.ly/4fju9Ea

So excited to finally have this out after many months of preparation! The BMA's new podcast #TheDoctorPod is now live 🎙️ Do listen/follow/share, for some great content on the second Tuesday of each month. And get your hands on drrageshri.bsky.social 's book 'Unheard' - it is utterly brilliant.

❤️ “Nothing about us, without us”. I have a chapter on HIV activism in #Unheard - people with AIDS & their allies changed what it means to be a patient, how we do science & deliver healthcare, and who we view as having medical expertise. This is a love letter to my specialty! /8

Medical students - We need you to help fuel the fight to #FixOurFunding. Complete our survey by telling us how the financial strain of being a medical student in 2024 impacts you. YOUR voices must be front and centre in any negotiations with Government. surveymonkey.com/r/BMA_Medica...

“He just couldn't bring himself to say that the health service was overwhelmed despite all of the examples that you and I would think 'this is a system that's overwhelmed'." Dr Phil Banfield, discusses Matt Hancock's appearance at the Covid Inquiry last week. youtube.com/watch?v=UI1d...

Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. We’re here to support doctors and medical students facing violence at home, from colleagues and from patients. Read more from Dr Helen Neary on the action employers must take: www.bma.org.uk/news-and-opi... #NoExcuse

I would like to speak up today for the trans community. You see, I know a bit of what it’s like to be politically scapegoated. When Japan attacked Pearl Harbor in 1941, suddenly anyone in America who had any amount of Japanese ancestry became suspect. Politicians preyed upon ignorance and fear. /1

In 2022, a public consultation over plans by ScotRail to reduce ticket office hours were overwhelmingly opposed by 99% of passengers. Despite this, ScotRail still plans to cut hours at 101 ticket offices. ✍️ Please sign our petition against these cuts. bit.ly/3YLp5lB

Made a tip sheet on "How to Bluesky" Highlights: Mute, Block, Requiring Alt Text, Moderation lists, Labels, Badges, Feeds, Starter Packs, etc. Hopefully it makes the experience of getting started here a little bit easier. Feedback welcomed. docs.google.com/document/d/1...

UK doctor trade unionists in BMA starter pack #MedSky #TradeUnion

Medical student funding is broken. Students shouldn't have to worry about how to pay bills, or afford food, or need to skip placement to work a part time job. We want to fix this! Find out more about BMA plans, and how you can get involved #FixOurFunding www.bma.org.uk/news-and-opi...

I’m literally begging big newspapers to send science reporters to do science stories. HHS is a science story. Fluoride and vaccines and raw milk and H5N1…just, politics and opinion desks, love y’all to death, but let your colleagues who know the terrain take point.

Tired of AI art grifters? Me too! Not the least because I'm trying to start a fine art photography business! Good timing, me! My site is hyperfocus.photography. I've sold prints of my work across the world. My goal with this site is to explore my #adhd & #autism through the lens* of photography

TURN THIS UP! 📢📢📢

It's never too late to try something new. It's never too late to grow out your antlers & fangs. It's never too late to cover yourself in moss & wildflowers and shamble about the old forest, spreading fear and wonder in equal measure.

If you're a white cis guy struggling to think of how you can help, this right here is EXTREMELY powerful Shut down weird shit your friends/coworkers say. Be brave enough to do it. This has so much more power than you can fathom trust me

without even reading it gonna bet this is because they refused to learn French

I saw a social media post pointing out that if Trump deports undocumented workers, there won’t be anyone to work in the fields. While there’s some truth to this, people understand that slavery is still legal in this country, right? apnews.com/article/pris...

#KamalaHarris for president!

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This is ridiculously cool.

Alexandra Petri’s endorsement, minus paywall: archive.is/AfU1T

From The Book Of Purrs 🐾🐾🤍

Have you ever seen or shared an 'oh no' cartoon? Did you know the creator is a queer Welsh artist? Did you know they're being agressively pursued & harassed w/lawsuits from a US organisation trying to steal their intellectual property? Did you know you can donate to cover the horrific legal costs?

Really important story here. Also worth noting that Google is funding the JK Rowling backed anti-trans hate group LGB Alliance in the UK.

Dear Lovely BlueSky People, Please go to your settings and select "Require alt text before posting". This will help you remember to always add descriptive text to images. Please also use capitals for new words in hashtags #SciComm Let's make this a brilliant community!