One year in, our CEO Katie Nurcombe reflects on what the Intensive Care Society means to her, what she has learnt and what the future holds for the Society. Read her full reflections below👇 bit.ly/oneyearinCEO

Have you renewed your ICS membership for 2026 yet? Joining us brings you a range of benefits and makes you part of a multi-disciplinary professional community that supports you and champions intensive care as a specialty. Renew today: ow.ly/Q6k450XT2XW

Happy New Year from ICS! 🥂 2025 has been a year of remarkable progress, reflected across a handful of our highlights... We look forward to another year of advocacy, quality education, and ground-breaking research. And hopefully see you at #SOA26! #NewYear2026 #IntensiveCare #HNY

SOA26 early bird tickets are here! 👉 bit.ly/SOACongress Join us to celebrate 25 years of intensive care learning, innovation and collaboration. Set to be a landmark year with opening keynote, Dr Kevin Fong, and Presidents of ICS, @ficm.bsky.social & @esicm.bsky.social. #SOA26 #ICU #CriticalCare

A study day not to be missed! 📅 4 December 🕛 9am - 4.30pm A glimpse into the key sessions, from a full programme, designed to improve multidisciplinary coordination across critical care: burns, plastic and dermatological emergencies. For more info, and to book: bit.ly/BPD_Dec25 #CriticalCare

Join the launch webinar on the annual report on bloodstream infections in critical care in England on 1 December 2025, 13:00 to 14:30. Explore the key trends highlighted in the report with speakers from across critical care, microbiology, and infection prevention backgrounds. Register below!

@ics-updates.bsky.social is running a webinar on H3N2 this Thursday ics.ac.uk/learning/eve...

⚠️ The #H3N2 influenza virus poses a significant concern this winter. Join us for a free, rapid-review webinar designed to provide knowledge to manage patients effectively, ensure staff safety, and apply learnings from COVID-19. 🗓️ Thurs 27 Nov, 6PM 📍 bit.ly/H3N2Webinar #PublicHealth #HealthWebinar

Our new podcast, ICS Cast, is here! Join host Jonny Wilkinson as he discusses faith, ethics and end of life care in ICU with Imam Yunus Dudhwala, Head of Chaplaincy at Barts Health NHS Trust. Hear from Jonny himself about our new series and subscribe to our podcast below👇 bit.ly/ICS_Podcasts

The Intensive Care Society podcast is back! ICSCast will showcase a wide variety of content of interest to our intensive care community. Stay tuned later this week for a brand-new episode launching with a series of fascinating chats from this year’s SOA, the UK’s largest critical care event.

Less than 24hrs left! 🕰️ Join us online for an expert-led session exploring current evidence in managing gastrointestinal & hepatic dysfunction in ICU. Don't miss the packed out programme delivered by expert speakers! Book now: bit.ly/GILiver #IntensiveCare #MedicalEducation #CriticalCare

Live from Munich! Diving into a rich programme at ESICM #Lives2025 🌍 So much to learn, so many people to connect with! Proud to be representing our members and taking part in a truly global intensive care conversation. 💙 #ESICM #ESICMCongress #IntensiveCare #Munich @esicm.bsky.social

A joint call for action on sepsis from the ICS and BIA urges a simple but vital change in antibiotic administration to save lives. Continuous infusions can reduce sepsis deaths in critical care. More on this update in the full statement: bit.ly/StatementSepsis #IntensiveCare #SepsisAwareness

SOA26 abstracts are open! 📣 Abstracts are at the heart of our State of the Art Congress, so if you're presenting: • New research • Quality improvement • Early career work • An educational talk There's a place for you at #SOA26 Deadline: 23 Jan 2026 For more: bit.ly/SOA26Abstract #IntensiveCare

This Sunday some incredible people are running 13.1 miles through London's Royal Parks for the ICS! 🏃‍♀️🌳 ✨Join us in wishing them good luck ✨ Donations are still open - big or small, it all makes a huge difference: ow.ly/fo9o50X7KnN #RoyalParksHalf #RPHM25 @royalparkshalf.bsky.social

There is still an opportunity to join us as a Lay Trustee with two vacancies available on our board. Apply before 13 October and join us in supporting those who care for the critically ill. Find out below about the roles and their responsibilities and requirements. bit.ly/laytrustee

Book your spot for our Surgery in Intensive Care Medicine study day while you can! James Otto, Perioperative Medicine and Prehabilitation Lead will approach rehabilitation - getting patients ready for surgery. Book below for 25 September👇 bit.ly/surgery4ICM

Have you or a loved one recently received care in an ICU? Your experience can help us shape research priorities for the next decade in our national Priority Setting Partnership project. Make your voice heard and share the survey with your colleagues. bit.ly/JLAPSP-ICU

Join us as a Lay Trustee - we have two vacancies available for two independent Lay Trustees. Apply before 13 October and help us advance the care and safety of critically ill patients. Find out more below about what you will be doing in the role and how to apply. bit.ly/laytrustee

Our Surgery in Intensive Care Medicine study day is nearly here so don't miss the chance to refresh your surgery knowledge! Alan Timmins, Critical Care Pharmacist will discuss fluid shifts and pharmacology in an exploration of dosing surgical patients. Book for 25th September! bit.ly/surgery4ICM

Alongside more than 70 health and care organisations, we have written to the Health and Social Care Secretary Wes Streeting asking the Department of Health and Social Care and NHS England to meaningfully engage with the health sector on the development of the 10-Year Workforce Plan for the #NHS.

Places are filling up for our Surgery in Intensive Care Medicine study day! Sorcha Kenny, Specialist Critical Care Dietitian will explore feeding the critically ill surgical patient - an important element of caring for the post-op patient. Secure your spot for 25 September👇 bit.ly/surgery4ICM

Take part in our consultation, in collaboration with ‪@jameslindalliance.bsky.social‬ and the National Institute for Health and Care Research, to help decide our priorities for the future of intensive care research. We want to hear your insight! bit.ly/JLAPSP-ICU

Our Surgery in Intensive Care Medicine study day is coming up! Join Jason Ali, Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon in exploring the considerations, challenges and complications of cardiothoracic surgery. Secure your place today to explore crucial elements of surgery. bit.ly/surgery4ICM

First come, first served! We have a few spots left to run for us this October in the Royal Parks Half Marathon. Join our runners on a beautiful 13 mile half marathon through London's parks for intensive care. Sign up before the end of the month to support our work👇 bit.ly/royalparks2025

Our Surgery in Intensive Care Medicine study day is next month and we're excited to host experts sharing their surgical experience. Chaired by Dr Sarah Burgess, you can book your place below for 25 September and the opportunity to expand your surgical specialty knowledge! bit.ly/surgery4ICM

Autumn is a busy time at the Intensive Care Society🍂 In our newsletter below, you can find out what we have planned for the months ahead. Don't forget, members receive a discount to our study days and more - now is the time to sign up! Find out more here👇 bit.ly/whatsonthisautumn

Time to book onto our first Autumn study day - Surgery for the ICM. Unlock your understanding of surgery and surgical complication with updates from experts in the field! Book on below for 25 September. bit.ly/surgery4ICM

Become a member today to receive a discount on our fantastic study days. Our varied education programme is for the entire multiprofessional team to expand your intensive care knowledge. Join today - keep an eye out for information on our Autumn study days! bit.ly/ICSMembers

Looking to refresh your understanding of the surgical environment and surgical patients? Book onto our Surgery in Intensive Care Medicine study day on 25 September - an online study day keeping you on top of the latest in the specialty. bit.ly/surgery4ICM

Last week, we launched our guidance “The Decision Making and Transfer of Critically Ill Adults to Their Preferred Place of Death” – providing a framework for healthcare teams navigating one of the most important decisions in end-of-life care.

Join the Intensive Care Society and you will get access to our learning portal with a wealth of content relevant to your career path. Develop your skillset and expand your knowledge with the Society - join our intensive care community today. bit.ly/ICS_JoinUs

We are pleased to share new guidance on “The Decision Making and Transfer of Critically Ill Adults to Their Preferred Place of Death” – providing a framework to help healthcare teams navigate one of the most sensitive and important decisions in end-of-life care.

Join the Intensive Care Society today for 50% discount on our FUSIC accreditation pathways – the UK’s leading training and accreditation pathway for critical care ultrasound. Explore becoming a mentor, supervisor or trainer below bit.ly/icsfusic

🎧 Got the #SOA25 blues? We’ve got just the thing… @nottheflyhalf.bsky.social takes us behind the scenes of our brilliant ICS Cast recordings – filmed live in our buzzing podcast booth during the #SOA25 congress! These episodes will be dropping over the next few weeks. Watch this space!🎙️

It’s the final day of #SOA25 – and what an incredible few days it’s been! 💙 Thank you to all our speakers, delegates, and exhibitors for bringing such passion, insight and energy to this year’s Congress. We’ll see you back in Birmingham from 30 June – 2 July 2026 for #SOA26, save the date! 📅

We’re well into Day 2 of #SOA25, and the energy is still strong!⚡ From great insights from our myth-busting experts to thought-provoking sessions, our delegates are diving deep into the issues shaping the future of intensive care. What’s been your highlight so far? #SOA25 💬

🌅 What a way to start Day 2 of #SOA25! A huge thank you to everyone who took part in this morning’s 5K Fun Run – an energetic and inspiring start to the day 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️💨 Delegates are now refreshed, refuelled, and ready for another packed programme exploring the future of intensive care. Let’s go! 👏

“A brilliant first day!” Consultant Intensivist @drfreeze.bsky.social reflects on Day 1 of #SOA25 and shares what stood out. 🔜 Get ready for Day 2 as we dive deeper into ICU innovation and the future of critical care. There’s still plenty more to come, so stay tuned! 🥳

What a fantastic morning it’s been! 💫 The speakers, the sessions and the conversations have been State of the Art! 🥳 Before we wrap up Day 1, don’t forget to share what’s inspired you today using #SOA25 Let’s keep the vibe going! 💬✨

Good morning, #SOA25 delegates – Day 1 is here! 🎉 Welcome to ICC Birmingham and the first day of what promises to be an inspiring few days of learning, connecting, and sharing. Let’s make it one to remember! ✨

We’re wrapping up the Pre-Congress workshops with brilliant insights from @cardiacaccp.bsky.social and Jennie Stephens💡👏 Thank you to everyone who joined us today – we’ll see you bright and early for an unforgettable Day 1 of #SOA25! Let’s make it amazing 🙌✨

Today’s Pre-Congress workshop dives into faith, ethics and end-of-life care in ICU. Led by ICS’s Legal and Ethical Group, we explore: - Faith perspectives on death - Life-sustaining treatment - Compassionate, culturally aware care See you tomorrow for Day 1 of #SOA25!

Pre-Congress Day is here!🥳 We’re kicking off #SOA25 with a full day of expert-led FUSIC® workshops. Our delegates are tucking into three hours of hands-on practical tips and clinical scenarios. Join us tomorrow, where the main programme starts! #SOA25

This #SOA25, join us for our Wednesday night party at Albert's Schloss in Birmingham on 2 July. Have a drink and a dance and relax with colleagues at their Baby Grand Slam - two pianists taking your requests through the night. Find out more now👇 bit.ly/SOA25social

Can’t make it to Birmingham? Join #SOA25 online! Access 3 days of expert talks, clinical insights, and bold discussion — live and virtual, wherever you are. Stay connected to the critical care community. Book your virtual ticket today. ics.ac.uk/soa25-congress

We've got 10 days to go! 🥳 We’re counting down to #SOA25 with insights from Consultant Physiotherapist @emaswingwood.bsky.social. Hear what she’s most looking forward to at this year’s congress — from the plenaries to the posters. Don’t miss your chance to be part of it. ➡️ bit.ly/SOA25

Want to venture beyond the programme? Join us on 30th June for our pre-congress workshops on FUSIC®, legal and ethical issues and leadership. Add onto your SOA25 ticket today - find out what is the best workshop for you below! bit.ly/preSOA25

Want to venture beyond the programme? Join us on 30th June for our pre-congress workshops on FUSIC®, legal and ethical issues and leadership. Add onto your SOA25 ticket today - find out what is the best workshop for you below! bit.ly/preSOA25

The Intensive Care Society welcomes the important report published by the Palliative Care Commission - we believe there is significant potential to improve how palliative care is delivered within intensive care settings. Read our full statement below👇 bit.ly/pallcarecomm...