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Antony Tiernan

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Director of Transformation Communications and Engagement at Department of Health and Social Care. Served over 20 years in the NHS. Proud NHS Charities Together trustee. Love running. Personal views etc. https://linktr.ee/antonytiernan

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Antony Tiernan @antonytiernan.bsky.social · Dec 1

I’ve made a starter pack of folk who work in NHS communications and engagement (aka #NHScomms).

Please let me know if you’d like to be added (or taken off)!

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Antony Tiernan @antonytiernan.bsky.social · 10d

A big thank you to all of the NHS, health and care, and emergency service staff working an extra hour on their shift this weekend.

#ClocksGoBack ⏰

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · Sep 23

I’ve said it once, I’ll say it again.

Ignore the haters, London is the 🐐

Graphic with the headline “London is the greatest city in the world” set against a bright view of the River Thames with the Shard, Tower Bridge and the city skyline.

The text celebrates what makes London special: regularly voted the number one city in the world, incredible diversity with over 300 languages spoken, world-class transport, world leader in finance tech and life sciences, best museums and galleries many free to visit, world-leading nightlife, food sport and music for every taste, host to the world’s best sporting events, home to seven Premier League clubs, globally-ranked universities, a city where you can be yourself and love who you love, and a place for everyone.

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Antony Tiernan @antonytiernan.bsky.social · Sep 23

MHRA (Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency) confirms taking paracetamol during pregnancy remains safe and there is no evidence it causes autism in children www.gov.uk/government/n...

MHRA confirms taking paracetamol during pregnancy remains safe and there is no evidence it causes autism in children

Paracetamol should be taken as directed in the patient information leaflet

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Mahmud Nawaz @mahmudnawaz.bsky.social · Sep 20

Honoured to write the @nhsconfed.org blog this week about why #OrganDonation is important, #healthinequalities & how #NHS orgs can help

#OrganDonationWeek

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We must act together to save lives

Ahead of Organ Donation Week from 22 September, Mahmud Nawaz shares his personal experience of why organ donation is so important.

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Antony Tiernan @antonytiernan.bsky.social · Sep 9

Today is 999 Day – a chance to recognise the hard work of our emergency services: fire, ambulance, police and search and rescue.

We also celebrate those who support them behind the scenes – from 999 call handlers to the mechanics who keep vehicles on the road.

Thank you all!

Antony Tiernan @antonytiernan.bsky.social · Aug 16

Best. Text. Ever.

Please give blood if you can. And if you can’t, please encourage others to do so.

Remember: every donation can save up to three lives.

Antony Tiernan @antonytiernan.bsky.social · Aug 2

3/ DHSC is going through major transformation - incl closer integration with NHS England and rolling out the 10-Year Health Plan.

I’m excited to join colleagues and partners on that journey.

Roll on Monday!

📸 Gave my summer blood donation this week - thx to donor carer Bev for looking after me!

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Antony Tiernan @antonytiernan.bsky.social · Aug 2

2/ I’ve learned so much from my brilliant NHSBT colleagues.

It’s been a privilege to help share the powerful stories of organ, blood, plasma, stem cell, and tissue donation - working alongside inspiring donors, recipients, and staff.

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Antony Tiernan @antonytiernan.bsky.social · Aug 2

1/ 🗞️ Some personal news!

After an incredible year at NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT), I’m heading to the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) on secondment as Director of Transformation Communications and Engagement.

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Antony Tiernan @antonytiernan.bsky.social · Jul 31

Honoured to attend the opening of the British Transplant Games at Blenheim Palace.

Wishing the best to the 1,045 incredible transplant recipients - aged 2 to 89 - competing this weekend.

Deeply moving to see donor families there too. A beautiful way to honour their loved ones.

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Antony Tiernan @antonytiernan.bsky.social · Jul 29

One year on from the Southport attack, we remember Bebe King, Elsie Dot Stancombe & Alice Aguiar.

We hold their families in our hearts, think of those injured, and honour the bravery of the emergency services and a community that stood together. 💙

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Today marks one year since the Southport attack - a tragic event that took the lives of three young children and changed many others forever. | Antony Tiernan

Today marks one year since the Southport attack - a tragic event that took the lives of three young children and changed many others forever. We remember Bebe King, Elsie Dot Stancombe, and Alice Agu...

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Antony Tiernan @antonytiernan.bsky.social · Jul 27

🎆 Today marks 13 years since the opening ceremony of the 2012 London Olympics. 🇬🇧

In one of the most unforgettable moments of the ceremony, the NHS took centre stage. 🏥

A very proud day for the NHS, its staff and volunteers. 💙

#OlympicGames #London2012

Antony Tiernan @antonytiernan.bsky.social · Jul 23

“Legacy is not leaving something for people, it's leaving something in people.”

Today we remember Dr Kate Granger who died on this day in 2016.

Kate’s powerful #HelloMyNameIs campaign inspired thousands across the NHS having a huge impact on patients and staff.

Antony Tiernan @antonytiernan.bsky.social · Jul 19

Thanks to an amazing response from donors, staff and hospitals, the national blood shortage alert will end on Monday.

Thousands of people came forward to donate, and NHS teams worked incredibly hard to manage supplies.

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Thanks to an amazing response from donors, staff and hospitals, the national blood shortage alert will end on Monday. | Antony Tiernan

Thanks to an amazing response from donors, staff and hospitals, the national blood shortage alert will end on Monday. This shows the power of working together. Thousands of people came forward to don...

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Antony Tiernan @antonytiernan.bsky.social · Jul 9

Honoured to meet the incredible Sonsare Zabadi in Parliament today.

He received a double lung transplant in 2023 - and now shares his powerful story to inspire others to join the NHS Organ Donor Register.

Over 8,000 people, including 276 children, are still waiting.

Antony Tiernan @antonytiernan.bsky.social · Jul 7

I was working in the NHS that day and will never forget it.

The bravery of first responders and the quiet heroism of those behind the scenes - blood donors, lab staff, drivers - saved lives and still inspires us 20 years on.

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Antony Tiernan @antonytiernan.bsky.social · Jul 7

On that dreadful day, NHS Blood and Transplant teams worked rapidly to supply 1,455 units of blood to 9 London hospitals.

25 patients - aged between 2 and 63 - received an average of 17 units each. One needed over 50. Skin grafts were also provided for serious burns.

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Antony Tiernan @antonytiernan.bsky.social · Jul 7

This morning I joined colleagues from NHS Blood and Transplant and our partners across the emergency services to mark 20 years since the 7/7 London bombings.

We laid wreaths at Hyde Park and attended a moving service at St Paul’s to remember the 52 lives lost and the hundreds injured.

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Antony Tiernan @antonytiernan.bsky.social · Jul 6

On this day in 1960, the founder of the NHS, Nye Bevan died.

His memorial, which is in Ebbw Vale, comprises 4 blocks of stone - the largest represents Bevan, the others the 3 towns in his constituency.

The stones sit on the spot where Bevan regularly addressed his constituents.

Antony Tiernan @antonytiernan.bsky.social · Jul 5

Happy Birthday to the NHS!

You’re not perfect, but for 77 years you’ve supported our nation with care and compassion.

You’ve looked after me and my family - including my brother Mark, who had cancer at 16. He’s now 56 and has twin daughters.

#NHS77 #ThankYouNHS

Antony Tiernan @antonytiernan.bsky.social · Jun 30

Happy 88th birthday to 999 - the world's oldest emergency service.

And a MASSIVE thank you to the amazing teams that handle and respond to the calls.

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Antony Tiernan @antonytiernan.bsky.social · Jun 28

Proud to hit the red carpet with community groups, influencers & partners as we launched a new blood donation campaign with Disney 💉✨

Marvel’s Ironheart is now on Disney+ — and we’re calling for 17,000+ new Black heritage donors to help people with sickle cell. #GiveBlood

Antony Tiernan @antonytiernan.bsky.social · Jun 22

77 years ago, the Empire Windrush arrived in Britain.

The passengers - and their descendants - played a key role in building the NHS, transport, and public services. They helped to shape modern Britain.

Today, we recognise their lasting contribution.

#WindrushDay

Antony Tiernan @antonytiernan.bsky.social · Jun 16

“We are far more united and have far more in common with each other than things that divide us.”

Remembering Jo Cox MP who was murdered nine years ago today.

#MoreInCommon

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Antony Tiernan @antonytiernan.bsky.social · Jun 14

🩸 Today is #WorldBloodDonorDay - a powerful reminder that one small act of kindness can save lives.

Blood can’t be manufactured. It only comes from people willing to give.

If you can, donate. If you can’t, share.

One donation = up to 3 lives saved.

🔗 www.blood.co.uk