Spring booster resources
The UKHSA has released information on the spring 2023 booster dose for eligible individuals. Paper copies are available free to pre-order, translated versions and alternative formats of this leaflet will soon be available free to order or download. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/covid-19-vaccination-spring-booster-resources
Off-label vaccines leaflet
Text versions of off-label vaccines leaflets for parents and health professionals are now available online from UKHSA. These documents describe the circumstances that can lead to vaccines being used ‘off-label’ and why this may be recommended. They are designed to be used by a wide range of healthcare professionals. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/off-label-vaccine-leaflets
Semaglutide for managing overweight and obesity
The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has published a technology appraisal recommending semaglutide as an option for weight management, including weight loss and weight maintenance, in certain circumstances. https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ta875
Lung cancer diagnosis and management
NICE has published an updated guideline on diagnosing and managing non-small-cell and small-cell lung cancer. It aims to improve outcomes for patients by ensuring that the most effective tests and treatments are used, and that people have access to suitable palliative care and follow-up. https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng122
Planning and navigating research ethical approvals
The Queen's Nursing Institute will be hosting a free 1-hour masterclass focussed on planning and navigating research ethical approvals. This masterclass is part of a series of events. At the masterclass, speakers Vicky Thornton and Helen Marshall will introduce the importance of ethics in healthcare and research and why ethical approval is required. https://qni.org.uk/news-and-events/events/community-nursing-bitesize-research-masterclass-20-04-23/
PCN Respiratory Study Day
On 24 May the first in-person PCN Respiratory Study Day will be held at Hallam Conference Centre in central London. The free study day will be CPD certified and cover hot topics in asthma, COPD and allergic rhinitis. The full programme will be announced shortly, so please sign up now to secure your place as spaces are limited. https://www.pcnrespiratorystudyday.com
CPD
MA Healthcare, the publisher of Practice Nursing, offers a revalidation resource for both nurses and midwives. CPD Launchpad offers a free e-portfolio to help you record your CPD and practice hours, as well as a wide range of content to promote reflection. You can register and use CPD Launchpad straight away, and if you're a subscriber to Practice Nursing, you can access extra content to help build up your personal CPD hours. Register at CPD-Launchpad.co.uk