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The British Association for Immediate Care is a UK charity; promoting pre-hospital care & a leading provider of education. linktr.ee/basics_hq

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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 17h
Booking will close for The Pre-Hospital Care Conference 2026 on Monday at 8.30am. Book now to avoid missing out! basics.org.uk/conference/ #BASICS_HQ #MedicalConference #PHEM #PreHospitalCare #CriticalCare #EmergencyMedicine
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Conference 2026 - British Association For Immediate Care
The Pre-Hospital Care Conference on the 8th and 9th October 2026 is a must do event for those interested or involved in pre-hospital care. Presented by the British Association for Immediate Care in as...
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
🚨Upcoming Courses - Nov & Dec🚨 Join us for practical, scenario-based training delivered by experienced practitioners - Book today! 📅 PHEC: 16–18 Nov |Oxfordshire 🚑 pPHEC: 19 Nov | Oxfordshire 👶 PHEC Refresher: 7–8 Dec | Essex 🔄 PHEC: 9–11 Dec | Essex ⏰ Limited spaces! 🔗 basics.org.uk/courses
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Courses - British Association For Immediate Care
Our Courses We run a range of pre-hospital focused courses for different levels of experience. You’ll be learning from current practitioners from a range of backgrounds who bring knowledge, expertise ...
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
We’re delighted that our Pre-Hospital Emergency Care (PHEC) Course has achieved FPHC endorsement for a further four years—recognising the quality and dedication of our faculty, educational leads, team and learners. Learn more: basics.org.uk/courses/pre-... #BASICS #PHEC #PreHospitalCare
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
🚑 Join us at the Pre-Hospital Care Conference 2026! Two days of expert speakers, practical workshops, the latest research and networking with the pre-hospital care community. 📅 8–9 Oct 2026, Hinckley. Book now: www.basics.org.uk/conference #PreHospitalCare #BASICS
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Conference 2026 - British Association For Immediate Care
The Pre-Hospital Care Conference on the 8th and 9th October 2026 is a must do event for those interested or involved in pre-hospital care. Presented by the British Association for Immediate Care in as...
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
We were delighted to deliver a bespoke pre-hospital care course for the medical staff on board Carnival Cruise this June. Thank you to Ryan Vietri and Alison Gigg for the opportunity to collaborate & help ensure everyone on board receives the best possible care. The feedback speaks for itself...🧵⬇️
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
🚑 Volunteer casualties needed for ICC course! 🚑 📍 Wethersfield, Essex 📅 19–21 October 2026 Help create realistic emergency training scenarios. No experience needed—everyone's welcome, with students especially encouraged to volunteer. 📧 courses@basics.org.uk
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
🚑 Boost your pre-hospital care skills with a BASICS course. From PHEC and Paediatric PHEC to ICC, PHEA Assist, Emergency Care and Refresher PHEC, develop practical, evidence-based skills with expert instructors. Book now: basics.org.uk/courses #PreHospitalCare #EmergencyMedicine #BASICS
Courses poster, available at www.basics.org.uk/courses
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
The Pre-Hospital Care Conference 2026 summary programme is now live! See what's in store and join us on 8–9 October 2026 at Sketchley Grange Hotel, Hinckley. Book now: basics.org.uk/conference Thanks to Zoll Medical and West Craven Insurance for supporting our educational programme.
Conference programme which is available at www.basics.org.uk/conference
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
🚑 PHEC Refresher Course 🚑 📅 7–8 Dec 2026 | 📍 Kelvedon Park, Essex For clinicians who completed the full PHEC course 3–5 years ago & want to maintain their certification beyond the initial 3 years. Refresh knowledge, practical skills & confidence through scenario-based learning. basics.org.uk/courses
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Courses - British Association For Immediate Care
Our Courses We run a range of pre-hospital focused courses for different levels of experience. You’ll be learning from current practitioners from a range of backgrounds who bring knowledge, expertise ...
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North West Pre-hospital Critical Care Charity @nwpcc.charity · 19/05/2026
A huge thanks to the HELP Appeal and @basicshq.bsky.social for their recent donation which allowed us to replace our team vehicle response bags. With nothing going to waste, our old bags will become training bags for training new responders.
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 24/12/2025
🎄 Merry Christmas! 🎄 Our office will be closed from 25 Dec - 2 Jan, so please get in touch before then if you need us — otherwise, we’ll speak to you in the New Year. We hope you have a wonderful time celebrating, and to everyone working through the holidays, we wish you smooth and safe shifts.
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North West Pre-hospital Critical Care Charity @nwpcc.charity · 07/12/2025
Our November 2025 stats • 47 incidents • First on scene at 7 incidents • 29 trauma & 18 medical cases • 8 paediatric & 43 adult patients • 31+ volunteer hours on incidents We are not funded by the NHS, we are funded by you! 🎥 Full breakdown in the video and graphics below. @basicshq.bsky.social
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 25/11/2025
A week to go until we hear from Paramedic James Short about building a portfolio career in pre-hospital care. Free for members. £20 for non-members. Book in now to get the zoom link: basics.org.uk/basics-insight… #BASICS_HQ #Paramedic #PortfolioCareer #PreHospitalCare #CriticalCare #ImmediateCare
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
Only 4 weeks to go until this gem! Come join us online and think more about how a pre-hospital care portfolio career might work for you now or in the future. Book here: basics.org.uk/basics-insights #BASICS_HQ #PortfolioCarrer #PreHospitalCare #PHEM #ImmediateCare
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
🚨Courses are now open for 2026!🚨 Whether you’re in healthcare or pre-hospital care, there’s a course for you: 💥 Immediate Care 🚑 Pre-Hospital Emergency Care ✈️ PHEA Assist 🧒 Paediatric Pre-Hospital Emergency Care ❤️ Emergency Care (Non-Registered HCPs) 👉 Book now: basics.org.uk/ourcourses
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John Carrie @oggie272.bsky.social · 12/10/2025
I'm proud to have been awarded a Chairman's award at the @basicshq.bsky.social Annual Dinner for services to the @nwpcc.charity. Standing alongside some of the absolute legends of pre-hospital emergency care is truly humbling.
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
Congrats to the winners of our Lightning Presentation & Poster Competitions! 🏆 Lightning Presentation 🥇 1st: Rebecca Smith 🥈 2nd: Heather Reynolds 🏆 Poster Competition 🥇 1st: Dr Charlie Nash 🥈 2nd: Samuel Odlin
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
We’re incredibly grateful to the Help Appeal for their generous grant. Their support makes a real difference — enabling our charity and affiliated schemes to continue delivering vital, life-saving care across the community. #PreHospitalCare #GrantGiving #PHEM #CriticalCare #ImmediateCare #BASICSHQ
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
We’re incredibly grateful to @HelipadHELP for their generous grant. Their support makes a real difference — enabling our charity and affiliated schemes to continue delivering vital, life-saving care across the community. #PreHospitalCare #GrantGiving #PHEM #CriticalCare #ImmediateCare #BASICSHQ
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
Huge congratulations to our award winners at the BASICS Annual Dinner, held during the Pre-Hospital Care Conference 2025! 🏆 Tony Kemp – Laerdal Award 🏅 Richard Steyn – Fellowship 👏 Jon Barratt, Ian Bowler, Jeremy Mauger, and John Carrie – Chair’s Awards #BASICS2025
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
🚨 Michelle Lee presents the final presentation in our Lightning Presentation Competition — “SWiFT Canada: Canada’s First Prehospital Trauma Transfusion Study — Building a Foundation Forward through Pilot Feasibility Studies.” 🇨🇦 🩸⚡️ #BASICS25
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
🚨 Pre-recorded presentation from Emily Browne — exploring how immersive simulation rooms improve paramedic student competence in Advanced Life Support training. Innovative education shaping the next generation of pre-hospital clinicians 🫀⚡️ #BASICS2025
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
What a night! We were thrilled to host our Annual Awards at the Pre-Hospital Care Conference 2025 last night — a fantastic evening filled with celebration, connection & great food. It was an honour to recognise the incredible dedication and achievements of so many professionals in Pre-Hospital Care.
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John Carrie @oggie272.bsky.social · 09/10/2025
Happy to be supporting the @basicshq.bsky.social National Conference over the next few days. Its great to network with schemes across the UK and share learning. A HUGE thanks to our exhibitors and sponsors of the event.
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 09/10/2025
The #BASICS2025 Conference is underway — bringing together pre-hospital clinicians, military medics, and emergency care experts for two days of innovation, collaboration, and real-world learning. 📍 [Sketchley Grange Hotel & Spa] 🗓️ [Day 1 / 2]
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 01/10/2025
🚨 Last Call! 🚨 Only 6 places left for Friday 10th October at the Pre-Hospital Care Conference 2025! ⚠️ Thursday sessions & the Annual Dinner are now fully booked. 👉 Don’t miss your chance to be part of Friday’s programme — secure your spot today before they’re gone! 🔗 basics.org.uk/conference2025/
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 26/09/2025
🚨 2 weeks to go! The Pre-Hospital Care Conference | 9–10 Oct | Hinckley Cutting-edge sessions: ejection seat injuries, paediatric knife crime, stroke triage + hands-on workshops in extrication, regional anaesthesia & ECPR. 🎟️Last tickets for conference + Awards Dinner. Member discounts available.
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 11/09/2025
🚑Course spotlight: Immediate Care Course (ICC), 13–17 Oct. 🩺For clinicians moving into urgent care – covering adult & paediatric pre-hospital care, the PHEA Assist role, and realistic trauma & medical scenarios with fire crews + volunteer casualties. ⏳Limited places – book now: basics.org.uk/icc
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 09/09/2025
The cheap rate for hotel rooms for The Pre-Hospital Care Conference 2025 ends this Friday so getting booking your accommodation at Sketchley Grange Hotel and Spa! #BASICSHQ #MedicalConference #PreHospitalCare #CriticalCare #ImmediateCare #PHEM #Paramedics #Doctors #Nursing #CFR #EMT #EventMedic
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 09/09/2025
📚Evidence meets experience. From paediatric knife crime to stroke triage, our academic prog. tackles the biggest challenges in pre-hospital care. 🧑‍⚕️ Speakers inc. Prof S Carley, Maj S Webster, Dr C Leech, Dr L Kocierz & more. 📅 9th - 10th October 🔗Full agenda: basics.org.uk/conference2025 #PHEM
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 09/09/2025
Join our next online #BASICS Insights with Dr Brian Fitzsimons, who be outlining some tips and challenges for pre-hospital care GPs may encounter in their #paediatric practice. Book here: basics.org.uk/basics-insights #BASICSHQ #BASICSInsights #PreHospitalCare #PHEM #GPs #Doctors #MedicalWorkshop
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 04/09/2025
Innovation in action. We’re proud to welcome Zoll as our silver sponsor for #BASICS2025. Don’t miss their Thurs workshop showcasing cutting-edge pre-hospital technology in the Lychgate Suite. 📅 9 Oct | Hands-free CPR, on the go: Resuscitation with Autopulse NXT 🔗 basics.org.uk/conference2025
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 04/09/2025
⚡Supporting those on the frontline. We’re delighted to have West Craven Insurance Services as a bronze sponsor for The Pre-Hospital Care Conference 2025 — protecting the people who protect lives. Together, we’re building resilience in the pre-hospital community. 🔗 basics.org.uk/conference2025
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 02/09/2025
🚑 The countdown is on! 🩺 Join the Pre-Hospital Care Conference 2025 📅 9–10 Oct | 📍 Sketchley Grange Hotel, Hinckley Workshops, hands-on learning & networking. ✨ Sponsored by ZOLL & West Craven Insurance 🔗 Book now: basics.org.uk/conference2025 #basicshq #medicalconference #prehospitalcare
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 26/08/2025
New to #PreHospital Care? Feeling a bit intimidated by your first #medical conference? Join us for our Newcomers’ Breakfast on Day 1 at 8:30am of the Pre-Hospital Care Conference. It’s a relaxed, friendly space to meet peers, build connections, and settle in before the full programme kicks off.
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 06/08/2025
📢 Programme drop! Join us at the Pre-Hospital Care Conference 2025 – 9–10 Oct @ Sketchley Grange, Leicestershire. 🔹 Expert talks 🔹 Skills sessions 🔹 Networking 🔹 Pre-hospital care insights 🎟️ Discounts for BASICS members & students! 👉 basics.org.uk/conference2025 #BASICS2025 #PreHospitalCare
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 06/08/2025
Thanks to @classprofessional.bsky.social for donating ‘ECG on the Go’ cards for our poster & lightning presentation comps! These fantastic resources will be awarded alongside: 🏆 £250 Amazon – Best Presentation 🏅 £50 Amazon – Best Poster 📢 Abstracts due 15 Aug 👉 Submit now! #BASICS2025 #BASICSHQ
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 06/08/2025
🎉 Huge congratulations to Ron & Maureen Bailey on their Platinum Wedding Anniversary! 💍 Ron was BASICS' founding administrator (1977–1998) and received the Laerdal Award in 1988 for his outstanding contributions. An inspiring milestone for a remarkable couple. 💖👏 #BASICSHQ #SARS #BASICSSchemes
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 31/07/2025
🚨 Keynote Spotlight: Dr Nigel Ruddell We're excited to welcome Dr Ruddell—NIAS Medical Director, BASICS volunteer & HEMS leader—as keynote speaker at #BASICS2025 in Hinckley, 9–10 Oct! Expert in PHEM, triage & major incidents. Don't miss it! #PreHospitalCare #PHEM 🎟 basics.org.uk/conference2025
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 31/07/2025
🚑 Big news! We’re thrilled to welcome top exhibitors to The Pre-Hospital Care Conference, 9–10 October! Discover cutting-edge tech & connect with leaders in emergency care. Thanks to sponsors Zoll, West Craven & Help Appeal! #BASICS2025 #PreHospitalCare #PHEM #CriticalCare ##MedicalConference
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 23/07/2025
Next wave of speakers for Pre-Hospital Care 2025 revealed! 🚨 🩺 Regional anaesthesia workshops 🚗 RTC extractions 👶 Paediatric knife crime 🤰 Maternal traumatic arrest 💔 PTSD in pre-hospital teams 🫁 Resuscitative thoracotomy 🧠 Stroke triage 🎟️ Book now: basics.org.uk/conference2025 #BASICS2025 #PHEM
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 22/07/2025
🚨 Live Extraction Demo! 🚨 Join Paul Hamer + UKRO at the BASICS Pre-Hospital Care Conference 2025 for an unmissable live RTC rescue showcase. 📅 9–10 Oct 📍 Sketchley Grange, Hinckley 🎟️ BASICS + student discounts 👉 Book now: basics.org.uk/conference2025 #BASICS2025 #PreHospitalCare #TraumaCare #PHEM
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 22/07/2025
We're thrilled to welcome Gary Morgan as our new Chief Officer! With a background as a paramedic and leadership roles at the British Red Cross, Gary brings a wealth of experience. He’s excited to support our members and meet many of you at our October conference! #BASICSHQ #PreHospitalCare
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 18/07/2025
🚨 Deadline Extended! 🚨 Got research in pre-hospital care? Share it at The Pre-Hospital Care Conference 2025! Enter our Poster & Lightning Presentation Competition for a chance to: 🏆 Win up to £250 📌 Get your poster featured ⚡ Give a 5-min talk to top experts 🗓️ Deadline: Friday 15 Aug #BASICS2025
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 16/07/2025
🚨 Final Paediatric PHEC Day of 2025! 🚨 📅 18 Sept | 📍 Luton ✅ Hands-on training ✅ Expert-led sessions ✅ Realistic scenarios Book now: basics.org.uk/pphec Step up your care. Save young lives. 🚑👶 #pPHEC #PreHospitalCare #Paediatrics #BASICSHQ #ImmediateCare #Doctor #Nurse #Paramedic #RuralGP #PHEC #GP
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 02/07/2025
📦The big move is on! We're packing this week, & next week we'll be unpacking & settling into our new office. 💪 We'll handle urgent matters, but non-urgent responses may be slightly delayed during the transition. Thanks for your patience - we'll be back to full speed soon! #BASICSHQ #OfficeMove
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 01/07/2025
Join us 25th Sept, 8 PM for an essential BASICS Insights workshop! Dr Brian Fitzsimons presents 'Pre-Hospital Care Essentials for GPs.' ✅ Free for BASICS members 💷 £20 for non-members 📅 Reserve your spot now: basics.org.uk/basics-insights #BASICSHQ #PHEM #NHS #PreHospital #ImmediateCare #GP
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
📢 Missed our May 2025 PHEC Course? Good news! We're running it again this September! Ideal for healthcare pros entering pre-hospital care. ✅ Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh endorsed ✅ Recommended in the Green Guide 🔗 Book now: www.basics.org.uk/phec #BASICSHQ #PHEC #PreHospitalCare #PHEM
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
Online Workshop: Build Your Pre-Hospital Portfolio Career! Join paramedic James Short this Dec to learn how to create a dynamic portfolio career in pre-hospital care. He'll share practical advice & career inspiration. Free for members, £20 for non-members. Book now: basics.org.uk/basics-insights
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British Association for Immediate Care @basicshq.bsky.social · 19/06/2025
Get a sneak peek at just a few of the incredible speakers joining us at the Pre-Hospital Care Conference 2025! 🗓️ 9–10 October 📍 Sketchley Grange Hotel, Hinckley Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and be inspired by leaders in pre-hospital care. Book now: basics.org.uk/conference2025
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