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UK Association of Forensic Nurses and Paramedics (UKAFNP)
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UK Association of Forensic Nurses & Paramedics is the UK's leading association of forensic HCPs (nurses, paramedics & midwives), raising awareness & standards in police custody & sexual offence examinations #SARC #PoliceCustody www.ukafnp.org
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DASH risk assessments help identify those at highest risk of harm from domestic abuse. Completing them accurately and sharing information can prevent escalation and save lives. #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth #Safeguarding
Join a community shaping the future of forensic healthcare. 🧬
Connect, learn and grow with peers across the UK.
Become a member today 👉 www.ukafnp.org/join-us
#ForensicHealthcare #UKAFNP
Forensic Friday Fact 🧬
In cases of suspected homicide, forensic pathologists examine wounds, injuries, and toxicology to distinguish between natural, accidental, and deliberate causes.
#ForensicFact #ForensicHealthcare #Policecustody #SARC
October is #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth 💜
Routine enquiry saves lives. Asking the question sensitively can open the door to support, safety and safeguarding. #ForensicHealthcare #UKAFNP
On #AHPsDay2025 we also celebrate excellence in forensic healthcare through the Julie Tekin Award 🏆 — recognising those who go above and beyond to improve safety, care and wellbeing within health and justice. Nominate someone who inspires you 💙 👉 www.ukafnp.org/julie-tekin-award
Happy #AHPsDay2025! 🎉 Today we celebrate the incredible contribution of Allied Health Professionals working across health and justice. This year’s theme — 3 shifts: hospital to community, treatment to prevention, analogue to digital — reflects our shared vision for a modern, person-centred future. 💙
💚 On #WorldMentalHealthDay, we’re celebrating those making a difference in mental health & wellbeing across forensic healthcare.
Know someone leading positive change in custody or SARCs? Nominate them for the Julie Tekin Award 🏆
👉 www.ukafnp.org/julie-tekin-award
#ForensicHealthcare
Forensic Friday Fact 🧬
A forensic pathologist may be able to identify the time of death by examining body temperature, rigor mortis, and decomposition changes—key details in investigations.
#ForensicFact #ForensicHealthcare #Policecustody #SARC
🌍Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay 🧠
This year's theme, mental health in catastrophes & emergencies, reminds us access to support is vital. In custody & SARCs, trauma impacts both those we care for & us as clinicians.
Reach out. Talk. Support each other. 💚
#ForensicHealthcare #WMHD2025
💬 Routine enquiry saves lives. Asking every patient about safety at home opens the door to disclosure. Trauma-informed care = trust, safety & support.
#DVAM #RoutineEnquiry #ForensicHealthcare
Anaphylaxis triggers include:
🍤 Food (nuts, shellfish)
💊 Drugs (penicillin, NSAIDs)
🐝 Stings
🌳 Latex
🚨 Always check allergy status at assessment. Don’t assume it’s in the notes.
#AnaphylaxisWeek #CustodyCare #UKAFNP
1 in 4 women & 1 in 6 men will experience domestic violence in their lifetime. 🚨 In custody & SARCs, forensic HCPs are often the first professionals to ask & listen.
#DVAM #EndDV #ForensicHealthcare
Did You Know?
🧠 Around 20-30 people die each year in the UK due to anaphylaxis.
🚑 Hundreds of hospital admissions.
⚠️ Many had no known allergy.
Rapid recognition and action matters. #AnaphylaxisWeek #ForensicHealthcare #UKAFNP
Stay up to date with RCUK guidance on anaphylaxis:
📄 Clear dosing
📦 Treatment protocols
📲 Link: www.resus.org.uk/anaphylaxis
Embed into practice. Print and display locally.
#AnaphylaxisWeek #RCUK #UKAFNP
Call 999 immediately 📞
Give location, suspected anaphylaxis, and confirm adrenaline given.
Early help = better outcomes. Custody & SARC settings must not delay escalation.
#AnaphylaxisWeek #UKAFNP #EmergencyCare
Forensic Friday Fact 🧬
Forensic pathology investigates sudden, unexplained, or suspicious deaths. Post-mortems help determine the cause of death and provide crucial evidence for courts.
#ForensicFact #ForensicHealthcare #Policecustody #SARC
Adrenaline is first-line treatment.
💉 Adults: 500 micrograms IM (0.5ml of 1:1000)
Repeat every 5 mins if no improvement.
Don’t delay. Don’t hesitate. Adrenaline saves lives.
there is #AnaphylaxisWeek #UKAFNP #ForensicHealthcarea
Respond fast using ABCDE:
🅰 Airway – Swelling?
🅱 Breathing – Wheeze?
🅲 Circulation – Pulse/BP?
🅳 Disability – Consciousness?
🅴 Exposure – Rash/angioedema?
ABCDE helps you stay calm and structured under pressure.
#AnaphylaxisWeek #ABCDE #UKAFNP
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month 💜 A time to raise awareness, support survivors & remind ourselves of the role forensic healthcare plays in identifying & responding to abuse.
#DVAM #ForensicHealthcare
Signs of Anaphylaxis
Anaphylaxis can escalate fast. Know the signs: swelling of lips/tongue, difficulty breathing, wheeze, rash, low BP, dizziness, collapse. Be alert in custody & SARCs—early recognition saves lives.
#AnaphylaxisWeek #ForensicHealthcare #UKAFNP
The Helix 🧬 | Issue 23 | Autumn 2025 is out now! Covering deaths in police custody, CPS handling of rape cases & a preview of #UKAFNPConf25. Members—check your inbox! 📩 Not a member? Join UKAFNP to get access. #TheHelix #ForensicHealthcare #CustodyCare #UKAFNP
🍂 Autumn is here, the nights are drawing in… keep warm with an official UKAFNP hoodie! 💙
Available in Nurse, Paramedic, Midwife, HCP or SOE designs.

£29.99 + P&P | Various colours 🌈
👉 www.ukafnp.org/store

#ForensicHealthcare #UKAFNP #AutumnEssentials
💙 Become a UKAFNP member today!
For just £30/year you’ll get:
📬 The Helix newsletter
🎓 Free CPD webinars & resources
🧠 Knowledge Base access
🎟 Discounted #UKAFNPConf26 tickets
Join the forensic healthcare community 👉 www.ukafnp.org/join-us
#ForensicHealthcare #UKAFNP
Forensic Friday Fact 🧬
DNA is unique to every individual (except identical twins). Forensic DNA analysis compares specific regions of the genome to match individuals with high accuracy.
#ForensicFact #ForensicHealthcare #Policecustody #SARC
🧠 Today is #WorldAlzheimersDay – raising awareness of dementia and the impact it has on individuals, families & communities. In custody & SARCs, FHPs must recognise signs of cognitive decline to ensure safe, compassionate care. 💙 #ForensicHealthcare #DementiaAwareness