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Seven nations. Two insight days. One aim: stronger international military medical partnerships.
Allies and partners have visited UK Defence Medical to share expertise and explore closer cooperation. 🏴 🇫🇷 🇺🇸 🇧🇭 🇮🇪 🇷🇸 🇭🇺 🇪🇪
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Taking back control this #Stoptober 🚭
After around 30 years of #smoking, @RoyalNavy Dental Nurse WO2 Janice Nettleton decided to take back control. Now #SmokeFree, she shares what helped her make a lasting change.
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More than 100 military & civilian medical experts came together to test the UK's response to battlefield injuries.
Read about how Defence Medical, the NHS & UK health providers are working together to strengthen readiness for future operations here: bit.ly/4seNL4l
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Could the UK cope with mass casualties in a future conflict?
More than 100 military experts, clinicians and civil servants joined NHS professionals and international partners for a three-day wargame testing the UK's medical response, drawing lessons from Ukraine
A new chapter for Defence Medical.
Professor Jason Leitch CBE has been appointed Chief of Defence Medical, leading the transformation of military healthcare to strengthen readiness for future operations and drive innovation to help save lives.
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AVM Darren Ellison, Commander Defence Healthcare, reminds us that strength isn't facing challenges alone.
Let's recognise the importance of creating environments where people feel able to speak openly, support one another and prioritise their wellbeing. 💚
#WorldMentalHealthDay
With #WorldMentalHealthDay approaching, we asked colleagues across Defence Medical what they carry in their invisible kit to support their mental wellbeing. 💚
Discover what helps our colleagues and what might help you, too. 💭
Read more here: 👉 bit.ly/4yLTFg0
This #PublicHealthWorkforceWeek we're recognising the Defence public health workforce; a network of Regular, Reserve and Civilian specialists whose expertise helps protect, promote and restore the health of the Armed Forces every day.
From advanced patient simulators to immersive digital learning tools, the latest Medical Simulation Industry Engagement Event brought Defence and industry together to explore #Innovations shaping the future of military #MedicalTraining
This #Stoptober Defence Medical and the Department of Health and Social Care are working together to help Defence personnel take positive steps towards a smoke-free future, with the free NHS Quit Smoking app.
Read more here: 👉 bit.ly/3Vh5Xhv
This #WorldPharmacistsDay Sumeet Matharu OBE shares her experiences as Chief Pharmacist for Defence Primary Healthcare and reflects on a rewarding career in Defence. 💊
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How do we deliver lifesaving care in the battlespace of the future?
Military medical leaders from 15 nations gathered in Oxford to strengthen coalition readiness, share lessons and prepare for tomorrow's challenges.
Read the story below:👇
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On #WorldPatientSafetyDay, we recognise the vital role #DefenceMedical personnel play in keeping the UK's Armed Forces fit to fight. Delivering 1.1m primary healthcare and 280k+ dental appointments providing safe care wherever our people serve.
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This #WorldSuicidePreventionDay take a moment to check in with those around you.
A simple "How are you?" could be the start of a conversation that changes a life.
Help is available, and no one should face difficult times alone. 🎗️
#WSPD2026 #MentalHealth @CSOC_MOD
#DefenceMedical was proud to host a @GiveBloodNHS donation session, bringing Defence and the NHS together to help save lives.🩸
Over 70 litres of blood were donated, potentially helping up to 450 adults or 900 infants.
Thank you to everyone who took part. #GiveBlood
This #WorldPhysiotherapyDay we celebrate the Defence physiotherapists supporting Service Personnel.
From rehabilitation to helping personnel returning operational duty, Physios are vital in keeping our Armed Forces fit to fight and fit for life.
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Rehabilitation is more than recovery. It is a critical Defence capability.
Read how lessons from contemporary conflict are helping shape how we prepare, recover and build resilience for the future.
Read the full story here: 👉 bit.ly/4A1cBbr
Behind every rehabilitation journey is a multidisciplinary team helping injured personnel recover and rebuild confidence. Hearing first hand from our Ukrainian colleagues was a powerful and moving reminder of that impact. 🇺🇦🇬🇧
#DefenceRehabilitationConference26
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Day 2 of the Defence Rehabilitation Conference brought senior Defence medical leaders together to highlight the strategic importance of rehabilitation in preparing for future operational demands.
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This week’s Defence Rehabilitation Conference brought together UK and international partners to share learning, strengthen collaboration and explore how rehabilitation supports readiness, recovery and future operational capability.
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