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Genomics England @genomicsengland.bsky.social · 4d

4 weeks after being born, Freddie was diagnosed with a rare form of eye cancer. He is one of numerous babies born with rare conditions who are receiving earlier diagnoses and treatment as a result of the Generation Study.

Read the full story: ow.ly/YJ7850XcTNk

Text saying 'The Generation Study is looking for more than 200 rare conditions which usually appear in the first few years of life, can be improved if caught early, and can be treated in the NHS.', with a green, a yellow and a pink circle below on a light green background.

Text saying 'Four weeks after being born and having his genome sequenced, Freddie was diagnosed with hereditary retinoblastoma, a rare and aggressive form of eye cancer usually diagnosed in very young children.', and a photo of Freddie on a pink background.

Text saying 'Very shortly after his diagnosis, Freddie was able to start treatment at Birmingham Children's Hospital.
This gives doctors the best chance to minimise the impact on his vision.' and a photo of Freddie, his parents and sibling on a blue, yellow and pink background.

Quote from Dr Rich Scott, Chief Executive Officer of Genomics England on a pink and white background saying “We believe genomics can transform healthcare in this country and be used to get ahead of serious illness. It’s been incredibly moving to see the lifechanging impact the Generation Study is having for families like Freddie’s, who have been able to access treatment that makes a world of difference soon after being born.”.

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Hayley Wickens @bughayleyw.pharmsky.app · 3d

Highly recommend - we did this on a snowy evening last winter and it was magical ✨🔭🌙

VirtualAstro @virtualastro.bsky.social · 3d

STARGAZING WALKS!

For those asking about my Stargazing Walks at National Trust White Horse Hill in Oxfordshire. There are three dates on sale.

Book for a fantastic evening under the stars at one of Englands finest ancient monuments,.

Book here www.nationaltrust-tickets.org.uk/event-ticket...

Buy White Horse Hill Evening Stargazing Walk Tickets online - National Trust

View White Horse Hill Evening Stargazing Walk from National Trust.

www.nationaltrust-tickets.org.uk

Hayley Wickens @bughayleyw.pharmsky.app · 6d

a woman in a fur coat is standing in front of a brick building and saying `` my eyes ! my eyes ! ''

Alt: a woman in a fur coat is standing in front of a brick building and saying `` my eyes ! my eyes ! ''

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Hayley Wickens @bughayleyw.pharmsky.app · 6d

Spent an excellent leadership development day with #UKCPA colleagues led by the inspirational @coachingchemist.pharmsky.app
I even came home with some reading! Thanks all, appreciate the support from @ukcpa.bsky.social - was great to work with colleagues from across the organisation 🙂💊🧬

Reading homework - The Coaching Habit by Michael Bungay Stanier

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The Pharmaceutical Journal @pharmaj.bsky.social · 8d

Cathrine McKenzie, an honorary consultant pharmacist in critical care at the University of Southampton, has been appointed to the “first full professorial role for a pharmacist in intensive care in the UK”, according to @uhsft.bsky.social

#ukpharmacy #intensivecare

Cathrine McKenzie appointed as UK’s first professor of intensive care pharmacy

Cathrine McKenzie, an honorary consultant pharmacist in critical care at the University of Southampton, has been appointed to the “first full professorial role for a pharmacist in intensive care in…

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Hayley Wickens @bughayleyw.pharmsky.app · 8d

We were all in the school library watching it on the Telly on Wheels 🤩

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Royal Pharmaceutical Society @rpharms.com · 11d

Thinking about applying to study pharmacy?

Admissions teams look beyond clinical knowledge and exam results. They want to see initiative, versatility, and a genuine commitment to making a difference.

Suzanne Al-Rawi shares what really makes a standout candidate: https://bit.ly/473YkgG

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Hayley Wickens @bughayleyw.pharmsky.app · 27d

This is astonishing news - such a devastating diagnosis which has previously been untreatable. No wonder the team are emotional about it 🥹

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Pharmacy Research UK @pharmacyresearchuk.bsky.social · Sep 9

Mentoring provides vital support to professionals in many areas and the PRUK mentoring scheme is free and available for professionals who wish to improve their research skills. We always welcome more mentors to the scheme! Sign-up today! bit.ly/2iGUsK3

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Hayley Wickens @bughayleyw.pharmsky.app · Sep 2

Gail, your designs are amazing - I've brought several gifts for my friends and everyone has been delighted. Definitely putting in a Christmas order 🙂 Sorry it's so rubbish at the moment, please keep on keeping on!

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Hayley Wickens @bughayleyw.pharmsky.app · Sep 1

Yes, I laughed out loud at both of those bits too, though the 5 year olds behind us found the gas-propulsion gag funnier 😅 All in all more enjoyable than I was expecting, loads of film references in there for us Olds

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Alice Roberts @profaliceroberts.bsky.social · Aug 30

For over 25 years, science and discovery centres have been at the heart of inspiring millions of people to explore, question, and be part of UK science and technology.

But they're seriously under threat… 1/3

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Hayley Wickens @bughayleyw.pharmsky.app · Aug 26

Your lovely photo reminded me of this one I took on Sunday ❤️

A bumble bee on a Mary Evlyn dahlia with beautiful scarlet and white petals

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National Trust @nationaltrust.org.uk · Aug 26

Sometimes we all need a little word of encouragement.

A simple wooden sign with the words 'keep going' painted on it

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Royal Pharmaceutical Society @rpharms.com · Aug 21

Have you started your foundation training year?

Sign up to RPS Foundation Trainee Membership for a year-long programme of:
✅ Webinars and exclusive content
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Foundation Trainee programme
Your training year with the RPS
Aug Join now to receive your copy of the BNF, BNFc and MEP - early bird offer!
Sept Interactive webinar: Key milestones for your foundation training year
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Foundation Trainee programme
Your training year with the RPS
Nov Interactive webinar: Focus on clinical resources to support your revision
Jan Interactive webinar: Prescribing principles and considerations
Feb Interactive webinar: Revising for the registration assessment
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Hayley Wickens @bughayleyw.pharmsky.app · Aug 19

Genomics and chocolate! Two of my favourite things 🧬🍫❤️

Ran Blekhman @blekhman.bsky.social · Aug 19

Cool application of microbiome in food science

Using metagenomics on Colombian cacao, they mapped how microbes influence chocolate flavors. Then they built a defined microbial consortium that replicates premium chocolate flavors -- validated by trained tasters!

www.nature.com/articles/s41...

A defined microbial community reproduces attributes of fine flavour chocolate fermentation - Nature Microbiology

An in-depth microbiological and metagenomic analysis of Colombian farm and fermentation facilities resulted in the design of a defined microbial community that can reproduce the flavour of fine chocol...

www.nature.com

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Hayley Wickens @bughayleyw.pharmsky.app · Aug 11

I do this too! Glad it's not completely weird... Complimenting someone's excellent jacket or the guy playing piano at the station just feels right sometimes 🙂

www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle...

The one change that worked: I felt self-conscious – until I started complimenting strangers

Every day I try to give a genuine compliment, so if I like someone’s clothes, hair or makeup, I’ll tell them. It has made me more present, confident and at ease talking to people

www.theguardian.com

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Superbugs 🦠🔬🏫🧒🏽 @superbugs.bsky.social · Aug 10

For those who were not able to visit us in person.

For those who did visit us and want to re-live their experience.

And for those who might be thinking about running a similar event.

The content of our pop-up shop is now fully online.

🦠🧫🔬

Pop-Up Shop 2025 — Superbugs - The microbial world in, on and around us

www.superbugs.online

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UK Clinical Pharmacy Association @ukcpa.bsky.social · Aug 8

Pharmacy in the digital age: Big data, technology, and post-pandemic innovation
7th October 2025 - Webinar

Learning outcome 1)
• Discuss the concepts of big data, real world evidence and interoperability, and highlight their relevance to pharmacy practice

More info here:

Pharmacy in the digital age: Big data, technology, and post-pandemic innovation - UKCPA

This webinar will outline the advanced use of technology in pharmacy practice and its impact on safe and effective medication use.

ukclinicalpharmacy.org

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Gail Myerscough @gailmyerscough.co.uk · Aug 6

I know I keep banging on about my designs but it’s not easy being a small business at the moment.
Take a look at my wares and please repost.
gailmyerscough.co.uk
Thanks!

A collage showing retro designs: a vinyl record poster, patterned phone case, cushion, and mug, me, a bookshelf print and T-shirt with an illustration of Forton Services.

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Wellcome Trust @wellcometrust.bsky.social · Aug 6

Healthcare professionals bring unique perspectives to discovery research.

That’s why we’re funding doctoral programmes for UK-registered healthcare professionals.

Applications open in October. Find out how you can prepare ⤵️
wellcome.org/research-fun...

Doctoral Programmes for Healthcare Professionals | Grant funding | Wellcome

Get guidance on applying to host and administer a Wellcome doctoral programme for healthcare professionals at your institution. Find out about eligibility and how to prepare for your application.

wellcome.org

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Trish Greenhalgh @trishgreenhalgh.bsky.social · Jul 30

One more time, just in case anyone hasn't yet seen it. Gutted at today's news of a double child drowning. Please read and share.

Trish Greenhalgh @trishgreenhalgh.bsky.social · Jun 19

Thanks for the reminder @janemunday.bsky.social. Every summer, I repost this article DROWNING DOES NOT LOOK LIKE DROWNING. To date, I know of FOUR kids who were saved after someone who'd clicked on the link learnt how to spot actual drowning. Take time to read and pass on.

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Drowning Doesn’t Look Like Drowning

Drowning is not the violent, splashing call for help that most people expect.

slate.com

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The Mary Rose Museum @maryrosemuseum.bsky.social · Jul 30

Missed our on our have-a-go archery today? We'll be doing it again on 1st August, so get down to Portsmouth Historic Dockyard this Friday!

maryrose.org/events/teamw...

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The Pharmaceutical Journal @pharmaj.bsky.social · Jul 29

In this month's blog from the RPS chief scientist's office, Diane Ashiru-Oredope looks at highlights from recent pharmacy practice research through the lens of Core20PLUS5

#ukpharmacy #pharmaceuticalsciences

Pharmacy at the frontline of tackling healthcare inequalities

Tackling entrenched health inequalities is no longer the sole remit of public health teams or policymakers. Pharmacy professionals and their teams, as one of the most accessible healthcare…

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Jane Shanahan @janeshanahan.bsky.social · Jul 25

The Herbert Protocol. A national scheme to support people living with #dementia who may be at risk of getting lost.
Great to see the valuable forms on the information board in the local health centre.
herbertprotocol.com

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