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Marsha David

@marshajdavid.bsky.social

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Health policy professional / NHS England EPRR / Chair - Young & Talented / Member - Hansard Society / Fellow - Royal Society for Public Health / Ex DHSC Ex Parliament / politics, parenting, social mobility

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Marsha David @marshajdavid.bsky.social · Nov 11

Although seeing familiar faces, let me introduce myself:
- currently work in emergency planning, response and resilience
- health policy is my background working in finance, economic regulation, workforce and public health
- here to learn from you, can’t do so in isolation!
#medsky

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Marsha David @marshajdavid.bsky.social · 5d

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As I fall

I’m sitting on the steps at Embankment, tiny puffs of air escaping me as I struggle to breathe.

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Marsha David @marshajdavid.bsky.social · 9d

#RandomThoughts
1. Wet days are ahead.
2. More Vinted sales. 😁
3. Time to get the Velvetiser out.
4. Highlights for Oct: Dracula, BBC Radio 4, Stylist Lice.
5. In search of a new winter coat.
#MyLifeAsMarsha

Marsha David @marshajdavid.bsky.social · 10d

#RandomThoughts
1. October is here. Ready for Autumn.
2. Teenagers’ concept of time, moving at a glacial pace.
3. Peer to peer work culture is the best where I work.
4. Coffee and writing calls.
#MyLifeAsMarsha

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Marsha David @marshajdavid.bsky.social · 15d

About last night. There were goosebumps and almost tears. Brilliant performance by BBC Symphony Orchestra for Radio 3 at @southbank who excelled at Bridgeton and Beyond. A winning score had to be a toss up between Pride & Prejudice and Downton Abbey. #classicalmusic #MyLifeAsMarsha

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Marsha David @marshajdavid.bsky.social · 15d

It’s not working for me. I’ll still use it but not getting the traction that I used to get on X or on Threads.

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Marsha David @marshajdavid.bsky.social · 19d

#RandomThoughts
1. Winter planning…
2. When the team is multi-tasking…
3. Need to get a grip on digital.
4. Need to be inspired to run in this weather.
5. There’s a difference between lack of response and being tone deaf.
#MyLifeAsMarsha

Marsha David @marshajdavid.bsky.social · 19d

What a season, I’ve chosen to run! Definitely need to get warmed up.

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Marsha David @marshajdavid.bsky.social · 20d

#RandomThoughts
1. Autumn has officially started, crisp and sunny weather.
2. Time to get those darker colours out.
3. I’ve started running.
4. Struggling with writing.
5. Need more coffee in my life.
#MyLifeAsMarsha

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Marsha David @marshajdavid.bsky.social · 21d

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NHS doctor set to be charged with sexually assaulting children

Staffordshire police have concluded an investigation known as Operation Anzu and are talking to prosecutors

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Marsha David @marshajdavid.bsky.social · 25d

#RandomThoughts
1. A bit of a potter and wander on Burleigh House and John Clare cottage.
2. Feeling renewed after a fireside chat.
3. Found my favourite 🥀
4. Am I ready for work? Maybe.
5. Running shoes have arrived today!
#MyLifeAsMarsha

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Marsha David @marshajdavid.bsky.social · 27d

We need agency to act to make changes in the health system, yet we are always seeking permission. We need to start modelling data looking at burden of disease, against mortality, birth rates, sickness absence, demographics, census to understand population health and demand/supply for healthcare.

Marsha David @marshajdavid.bsky.social · 28d

#RandomThoughts
1. I have no time for flag shaggers.
2. Still a bumpy road with A’ levels in a new school.
3. Life admin to buy trainers, chiropractor and therapist.
4. Writing of a different kind.
5. But first coffee to set the tone of the day.
#MyLifeAsMarsha

Marsha David @marshajdavid.bsky.social · 28d

I responded to Kate’s blog but I found it was one of the few blogs which openly spoke about the issue.

Marsha David @marshajdavid.bsky.social · 29d

#RandomThoughts
1. If you’re travelling today to London, please be careful.
2. Never felt so intimidated as I did today, so much chanting and rage.
3. The flag has been taken hostage. How do we reclaim the flag back?
4. Going to a 🧵 picnic. There’s beauty and kindness in this world.
#MyLifeAsMarsha

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Marsha David @marshajdavid.bsky.social · Sep 12

#RandomThoughts
1. Captured my thoughts on a 🍌 at @kscopehealth.bsky.social event on What’s Next for the 10 Year Health Plan.
2. 🙏🏽 for the Overground this week.
3. Walked thousands of steps. Nothing recorded on Strava.
4. In rest and recovery mode.
5. Another essay in the making.
#MyLifeAsMarsha

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Marsha David @marshajdavid.bsky.social · Sep 12

Strikes end this morning.

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Marsha David @marshajdavid.bsky.social · Sep 11

#RandomThoughts
1. It has been an adventure travelling this week
2. Sad that we no longer have the cycle to work scheme at work
3. L&D seems to have paused. Paying for my own L&D is happening more.
4. Looking forward to hearing more on the 10 Year Health Plan
5. Today is my Friday
#MyLifeAsMarsha

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Marsha David @marshajdavid.bsky.social · Sep 2

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Baby dies of whooping cough after mother not vaccinated while pregnant - BBC News

The first death from the illness this year comes as vaccination rates among children have declined.

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Marsha David @marshajdavid.bsky.social · Sep 1

So true.

Marsha David @marshajdavid.bsky.social · Sep 1

Resharing to raise awareness.

Victoria Derbyshire @vicderbyshire.bsky.social · Jun 9

Can you give blood?

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Marsha David @marshajdavid.bsky.social · Sep 1

I long to find a group like this.

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Marsha David @marshajdavid.bsky.social · Aug 31

Minister for Fiction, love this! 🤣

Marsha David @marshajdavid.bsky.social · Aug 31

#RandomThoughts
1. GCSE stress over.
2. As a single income earner, I’m forever doing the mental maths.
3. Loving the swish of this skirt.
4. DIY seems never ending in my home.
5. Seeking solace in writing.
#MyLifeAsMarsha

Marsha David @marshajdavid.bsky.social · Aug 30

At least you tried! Scoop of ice cream should do the trick.

Marsha David @marshajdavid.bsky.social · Aug 30

Working this weekend, but mentally planning for the week ahead. Excited to be starting my new Trustee role, allowing me to not only gain board experience but also give back, sharing my expertise in making a difference to local health services. #MyLifeAsMarsha