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SUMMARY:Paediatric Presenting Conditions in Urgent and Primary Care
DESCRIPTION:Provider: Bournemouth University \nCourse Leader: Alex Hull \nThis course is suitable for: This training is aimed at anyone with a non-medical prescribing qualification. \n  \nCourse Overview: \nThis unit has been designed for registered healthcare professionals in primary care and urgent care services caring for both adults and children. It will help practitioners to develop their knowledge and skills in the assessment\, planning and treatment of a range of minor ailments commonly presenting in children. \nIt will also enable students to evaluate the evidence base for practice\, thereby enhancing their clinical reasoning skills. Students will complete a Clinical Practice Portfolio which will be assessed their own place of work by a practice assessor. \n  \nLearning Outcomes: \n\nCritically reflect on their ability to confidently approach a child and perform a thorough history taking with parental involvement as relevant.\nImplement and evaluate a full assessment of the presenting child\, applying their skills and systematic understanding of the relevant pathophysiology and child development to synthesise a diagnosis.\nCritically appraise the evidence-base to create a treatment plan that is patient-focused\, ensures personalised care and safety netting of the child\nCritically evaluate and reflect upon their personal abilities\, knowledge\, skills and levels of professional competence\, recognising when to act independently\, interdependently or when to be dependent on the interventions of other team members.\n\n  \nContent: \n\nChild Development- anatomy and physiology\, functional\, behavioural \, motor & social Developmental milestones\nApproaches to a child\nHistory taking\, physical assessment and triage of children\nExamination of a child with undifferentiated minor illnesses and injuries\nRecognition of red flags for referral\nManagement of commonly presenting childhood ailments and injuries in primary and urgent care\nRecognising and responding to the sick child in the primary & urgent care environment.\nLegal and ethical issues in children’s nursing\nThe use of Paediatric Early Warning Score systems\nSafety netting\n\n  \nLearning and teaching methods: \nThe unit will use a blended learning approach comprising a mixture of lectures\, workshops\, tutorials\, on-line materials and work based learning. Students will be required to undertake group work and benefit from interprofessional peer learning. \n  \nPlease apply here
URL:https://primarycaredorset.co.uk/event/non-medical-prescribing-update-day/
CATEGORIES:Clinical
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SUMMARY:Ovarian Cancer Update for Primary Care webinar
DESCRIPTION:Ovarian Cancer Update for Primary Care \n(FREE Cancer Education Webinar Series for Primary Care led by Wessex Cancer Alliance) \n  \nOverview: \n\n\n\n\nEducational session for GPs and primary care clinicians. \n\n\n\n\nOvarian cancer remains one of the most challenging cancers to diagnose early\, with symptoms often vague\, persistent and easily mistaken for more common conditions. Early recognition in primary care is critical to improving outcomes and reducing delays in diagnosis. \nThis educational session for GPs and primary care clinicians will provide an up-to-date overview of ovarian cancer\, focusing on symptom awareness\, risk factors\, effective safety-netting strategies and referral pathways. The event will also explore the latest updates to NICE guidance\, including the significant 2026 changes to ovarian cancer assessment and referral recommendations\, with new age-adjusted CA125 thresholds and revised approaches for younger patients. [nice.org.uk]\, [nice.org.uk] \nAttendees will gain practical insights into: \n\nRecognising the key symptoms and presentations of ovarian cancer in primary care\nUnderstanding current evidence on CA125 testing and interpretation\nApplying the updated NICE suspected cancer referral guidance\nMaking timely investigations and referrals to support earlier diagnosis\nImproving patient outcomes through effective clinical assessment and safety-netting\n\nThis session is ideal for GPs\, GP trainees\, advanced nurse practitioners and other primary care professionals with an interest in cancer diagnosis and women’s health. \n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nBook your spot here 
URL:https://primarycaredorset.co.uk/event/ovarian-cancer-update-for-primary-care-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Clinical,Featured Events
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LOCATION:https://primarycaredorset.co.uk/event/ovarian-cancer-update-for-primary-care-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270120T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270120T140000
DTSTAMP:20260810T105604Z
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SUMMARY:Living With & Beyond Cancer (LWBC) Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Living With & Beyond Cancer (LWBC) Webinar \n(FREE Cancer Education Webinar Series for Primary Care led by Wessex Cancer Alliance) \n  \nOverview: \n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for an educational webinar focusing on Living With & Beyond (LWBC) Cancer. \n\n\n\n\nWith improvements in early detection and treatment\, more and more people are living with and beyond cancer and cancer can now be seen as a chronic disease. LWBC often involves long-term biopsychosocial challenges\, including symptoms related to the cancer and cancer treatments\, some of which require lifelong management and support. Living well with cancer is a key part of the National Cancer Plan for England and this webinar will look at this important area of cancer care with a primary care focus. \nThis webinar is suitable for GPs\, GP registrars\, advanced clinical practitioners\, nurse practitioners\, practice nurses\, physician associates\, pharmacists and other members of the primary care multidisciplinary team. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers \nDr Virginia Quiney – Wessex Cancer Alliance GP Advisor – has been a WCA GP since 2019 and also works as a locum GP in Portsmouth and SE Hampshire and a GP appraiser. She provides a primary care voice on the LWBC board and Psychology group and the WCA. \nTeresa Corbett\, WCA Programme Manager LWBC – Teresa’s background is as a researcher in Health Psychology\, with a specific interest in psycho-oncology. Teresa works alongside teams to support the personalised care agenda across cancer pathways\, spanning all care settings. This work aims to facilitate a coordinated effort to enable the integration of meaningful\, personalised support for people with cancer in Wessex. \nAndrew Merwood\, WCA Clinical Lead for psychology – Andrew is a Clinical Psychologist and also leads the Macmillan Counselling and Psychology Service at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust. Andrew will be working with the Alliance to support the development of equitable psycho-oncology resources and pathways across Wessex\, to ensure the psychological supervision and training needs of non-psychologists are met and to improve the psychological services we offer to people with cancer. \n\n\n\nBook your spot here 
URL:https://primarycaredorset.co.uk/event/living-with-beyond-cancer-lwbc-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Clinical,Featured Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270121T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270121T130000
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SUMMARY:Hot Topics - Advanced Clinical Practice Update Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Hot Topics – Advanced Clinical Practice Update Webinar\nNB Medical is delighted to be working with Dorset PCTH to present the Hot Topics Advanced Clinical Practice Update course on Thursday 21 January. \nNB Medical has been the market leader in Hot Topics Update courses for over 25 years\, with 25\,000+ clinicians attending annually. The Hot Topics course uses short\, case-based presentations and Q&A to bring you the latest evidence helping you deliver better patient care. \nELIGIBILITY & FEE: \n\nAvailable to Nurses and AHPs working in Dorset.\nThis course is fully subsidised so there will be no fee for attending.\nCapacity is limited\, please register as soon as possible to guarantee your place\n\nTIMINGS:\nSession One: 9:30am-11:00am\nBreak: 11:00am-11:30am\nSession Two: 11:30am-1:00pm \nWHAT’S INCLUDED: \n\nHalf day live online Hot Topics Advanced Clinical Practice Update Course\nFully referenced course book (pre-order\, posted ahead of the event)\n12 months online access – searchable\, with hyperlinked references & patient resources\nCPD tracker (including external CPD)\nNB Medical web application – iOS & Android\, fully searchable\n\nBOOK YOUR PLACE:\nVisit www.nbmedical.com/bespoke/access and enter the access code\, or call 0191 603 1872 quoting the code: DORS-2101
URL:https://primarycaredorset.co.uk/event/hot-topics-advanced-clinical-practice-update-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Clinical
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270202T130000
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SUMMARY:Haematological Cancer – a webinar for primary care
DESCRIPTION:Haematological Cancer – a webinar for primary care \n(FREE Cancer Education Webinar Series for Primary Care led by Wessex Cancer Alliance) \n  \nOverview: \n\n\n\n\n\n\nHaematological malignancies\, which include leukaemias\, lymphomas\, and myelomas\, are the fifth most common group of cancers in the UK. \n\n\n\n\nOver 40\,000 people are diagnosed with blood cancer each year in the UK\, while more than 310\,000 people are living with these conditions at any given time. \nJoin our Haematology Webinar on Cancer for Primary Care and explore early recognition strategies\, diagnostic pathways\, and referral guidelines to improve outcomes for patients with haematological malignancies. \nSpeakers \nDr Marianna Koperdanova has been a Consultant Haematologist at Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (HHFT) since 2018\, treating patients with both benign and malignant blood conditions. Her professional interests include research and holistic approaches to patient care. Outside of work\, she is a cycling coach and yoga enthusiast. \nDr Julie Smallwood is a General Practitioner in North Hampshire and also a GP Advisor at Wessex Cancer Alliance\, working to support improvements in cancer services across the region. \nThis webinar is suitable for GPs\, GP registrars\, advanced clinical practitioners\, nurse practitioners\, practice nurses\, physician associates\, pharmacists and other members of the primary care multidisciplinary team. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nBook your spot here 
URL:https://primarycaredorset.co.uk/event/haematological-cancer-a-webinar-for-primary-care/
CATEGORIES:Clinical,Featured Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270203T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270203T160000
DTSTAMP:20260701T124443Z
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SUMMARY:Blood Test Analysis
DESCRIPTION:Provider: Bournemouth University \nCourse Leader: Helen Aldridg \nThis course is suitable for: This course is for registered nurses and paramedics in all areas where blood test results are reported. \n  \nCourse information: \nThis one-day study event is designed to demystify the common blood test results that are reported back to the clinical environment.\nIt will help the nurse to recognise the normal from the abnormal and the significance of the result\, how the results may impact on the delivery of care and the level of urgency required for action.\nA variety of teaching approaches are employed to support learning and clinical case studies are used to support application in practice. \n  \nContents: \nThe blood test results covered are those commonly taken in acute and primary care settings\, incorporating blood results used as part of the sepsis 6. \nThe blood tests covered will be: \n\nFull blood count\nUrea\, Creatinine\, and Electrolytes\nC-reactive protein\nLactate\nClotting studies\nCardiac enzymes\n\n  \n By the end of the session\, the delegate will be able to: \n\nRecognise the normal and abnormal values of common blood test result\nTo understand the clinical implications of common blood test results.\n\n  \nPlease apply here
URL:https://primarycaredorset.co.uk/event/blood-test-analysis-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Clinical
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270212T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270212T170000
DTSTAMP:20260916T142209Z
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SUMMARY:Care of Clients with Minor Illness
DESCRIPTION:Provider: Bournemouth University \nCourse Leader: Jonny Edwards \n  \nCourse information: \nThe aim of this unit is to equip you with the skills necessary to independently assess\, plan\, treat and safely discharge adult clients presenting with undifferentiated and undiagnosed minor illnesses. \nIt will enable you to evaluate the evidence base for practice and critically reflect on their encounters with clients. \n  \nLearning Outcomes: \n\nCritically analyse their own role in relation to the needs of clients presenting with minor illnesses\nHolistically and effectively assess client needs using a systemic framework and document their findings accurately\nCritically appraise the evidence base and implement care for the most common presenting minor illness\nCritically appraise the care provided and use the information to develop and enhance the service you are providing.\nAdvance their practice through critical reflection of their encounter.\n\n  \nPlease apply here
URL:https://primarycaredorset.co.uk/event/care-of-clients-with-minor-illness-2/
CATEGORIES:Clinical
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270225T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270225T130000
DTSTAMP:20261022T115151Z
CREATED:20261022T114159Z
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SUMMARY:Hot Topics - Palliative and End of Life Update Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Hot Topics – Palliative and End of Life Update Webinar\nNB Medical is delighted to be working with Dorset PCTH to present the Hot Topics Palliative and End of Life Update course on Thursday 25th February. \nNB Medical has been the market leader in Hot Topics Update courses for over 25 years\, with 25\,000+ clinicians attending annually. The Hot Topics course uses short\, case-based presentations and Q&A to bring you the latest evidence helping you deliver better patient care. \nELIGIBILITY & FEE: \n\nAvailable to Nurses and AHPs working in Dorset.\nThis course is fully subsidised so there will be no fee for attending.\nCapacity is limited\, please register as soon as possible to guarantee your place\n\nTIMINGS:\nSession One: 9:30am-11:00am\nBreak: 11:00am-11:30am\nSession Two: 11:30am-1:00pm \nWHAT’S INCLUDED: \n\nHalf day live online Hot Topics Palliative and End of Life Update Course\nFully referenced course book (pre-order\, posted ahead of the event)\n12 months online access – searchable\, with hyperlinked references & patient resources\nCPD tracker (including external CPD)\nNB Medical web application – iOS & Android\, fully searchable\n\nBOOK YOUR PLACE:\nVisit www.nbmedical.com/bespoke/access and enter the access code\, or call 0191 603 1872 quoting the code: DORS-2502
URL:https://primarycaredorset.co.uk/event/hot-topics-palliative-and-end-of-life-update-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Clinical
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270302T090000
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SUMMARY:Deteriorating Adult Patient Recognition and Management
DESCRIPTION:Provider: Bournemouth University \nCourse Leader: Matthew Hartwell \nThis course is suitable for: This course is for general/acute nurses and other healthcare professionals working in any aspect of patient care. This course is not suitable for mental health nurses unless your role also involves looking after the general wellbeing and assessment of patients. \n  \nCourse information: \nThis unit is aimed at healthcare professionals working in non-critical care settings and aims to develop skills in the early identification and management of the acutely unwell adult patient. \nThe unit will focus on the application of the ABCDE structured assessment approach and will be supported by revision of applied anatomy and physiology. Participants will be encouraged to develop strategies for management of the acutely ill patient\, including early intervention and appropriate escalation. NEWS2 and SBAR will form a key part of the unit delivery and assessment. \n  \nLearning Outcomes: \n\nDiscuss the anatomy and physiology of the major bodily systems\, and apply these to the changes that may occur in the deteriorating patient\nUnderstand and demonstrate the steps within the A-G model of assessment of the acutely ill adult patient\, reflecting on own performance in taking a systematic approach to clinical assessment and utilisation of NEWS2.\nDemonstrate competence in communication and escalation of the assessment to other multi-disciplinary team members as required\, utilising an effective tool\nApply knowledge and understanding of the underpinning care rationale to manage the deteriorating patient in the clinical setting in which they are employed\n\n  \nPlease apply here
URL:https://primarycaredorset.co.uk/event/care-of-clients-with-minor-illness/2027-03-02/
CATEGORIES:Clinical
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SUMMARY:Blood Test Analysis
DESCRIPTION:Provider: Bournemouth University \nCourse Leader: Helen Aldridg \nThis course is suitable for: This course is for registered nurses and paramedics in all areas where blood test results are reported. \n  \nCourse information: \nThis one-day study event is designed to demystify the common blood test results that are reported back to the clinical environment.\nIt will help the nurse to recognise the normal from the abnormal and the significance of the result\, how the results may impact on the delivery of care and the level of urgency required for action.\nA variety of teaching approaches are employed to support learning and clinical case studies are used to support application in practice. \n  \nContents: \nThe blood test results covered are those commonly taken in acute and primary care settings\, incorporating blood results used as part of the sepsis 6. \nThe blood tests covered will be: \n\nFull blood count\nUrea\, Creatinine\, and Electrolytes\nC-reactive protein\nLactate\nClotting studies\nCardiac enzymes\n\n  \n By the end of the session\, the delegate will be able to: \n\nRecognise the normal and abnormal values of common blood test result\nTo understand the clinical implications of common blood test results.\n\n  \nPlease apply here
URL:https://primarycaredorset.co.uk/event/blood-test-analysis-2-3/
CATEGORIES:Clinical
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270505T090000
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SUMMARY:Blood Test Analysis
DESCRIPTION:Provider: Bournemouth University \nCourse Leader: Helen Aldridg \nThis course is suitable for: This course is for registered nurses and paramedics in all areas where blood test results are reported. \n  \nCourse information: \nThis one-day study event is designed to demystify the common blood test results that are reported back to the clinical environment.\nIt will help the nurse to recognise the normal from the abnormal and the significance of the result\, how the results may impact on the delivery of care and the level of urgency required for action.\nA variety of teaching approaches are employed to support learning and clinical case studies are used to support application in practice. \n  \nContents: \nThe blood test results covered are those commonly taken in acute and primary care settings\, incorporating blood results used as part of the sepsis 6. \nThe blood tests covered will be: \n\nFull blood count\nUrea\, Creatinine\, and Electrolytes\nC-reactive protein\nLactate\nClotting studies\nCardiac enzymes\n\n  \n By the end of the session\, the delegate will be able to: \n\nRecognise the normal and abnormal values of common blood test result\nTo understand the clinical implications of common blood test results.\n\n  \nPlease apply here
URL:https://primarycaredorset.co.uk/event/blood-test-analysis-2/2027-05-05/
CATEGORIES:Clinical
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