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Dr. Fiona Lynch (PhD)

@fiona4lynch.bsky.social
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Director of Nursing at Great Ormond Street Hospital UK. RGN, RSCN, BSc, MSc, PhD. CYP Healthcare, Nursing. Paediatric Critical Care, Advanced Clinical Practice & Nursing Research 🇮🇪🏳️‍🌈

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Dr. Fiona Lynch (PhD) @fiona4lynch.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
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Nursing in Critical Care | BACCN Journal | Wiley Online Library | Dr. Fiona Lynch (PhD)
Really pleased and proud to share the findings from my PhD study: the UPDATE study exploring the usefulness of patient diaries in PICU https://lnkd.in/eZUQynwt Thank you to all the children, parents ...
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Dr. Fiona Lynch (PhD) @fiona4lynch.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
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Nursing in Critical Care | BACCN Journal | Wiley Online Library | Dr. Fiona Lynch (PhD)
Really pleased and proud to share the findings from my PhD study: the UPDATE study exploring the usefulness of patient diaries in PICU https://lnkd.in/eZUQynwt Thank you to all the children, parents ...
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Dr. Fiona Lynch (PhD) @fiona4lynch.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
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Please do share , this our 3rd year of a really successful conference , we have some amazing students and recently qualified nurses on the organising committee , inspiring us and helping shape the… | ...
Please do share , this our 3rd year of a really successful conference , we have some amazing students and recently qualified nurses on the organising committee , inspiring us and helping shape the day...
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Dr. Fiona Lynch (PhD) @fiona4lynch.bsky.social · 24/01/2026
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The Preparation and Role of Associate Nurses/Nursing Associates in the UK | Dr. Fiona Lynch (PhD)
Really looking forward to being part of this webinar with Jean Davies Becks Daniels BEM and Kirsty Quibell
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 08/02/2026
Don't miss our Education Conference in Exeter this April 📆 Keynote speaker Michael Rowe will explore the benefits and challenges of artificial intelligence in nursing education and practice. Explore the full speaker line up and secure your place today ➡️ bit.ly/3K4vhSI
This is an advertisement for the RCN Education Forum Conference on April 15-16, 2026. It features a portrait of Michael Rowe, who is an Associate Professor at the University of Lincoln. The background is red with the RCN Events logo and the phrases "Connect Discover Inspire."
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Dr. Fiona Lynch (PhD) @fiona4lynch.bsky.social · 25/01/2026
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Fifty Years of Children's Nursing: Reflections on Practice, Research and Future Directions
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Dr. Fiona Lynch (PhD) @fiona4lynch.bsky.social · 24/01/2026
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The Preparation and Role of Associate Nurses/Nursing Associates in the UK | Dr. Fiona Lynch (PhD)
Really looking forward to being part of this webinar with Jean Davies Becks Daniels BEM and Kirsty Quibell
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European Society of Paediatric and Neonatal Intensive Care @espnic.bsky.social · 06/10/2025
Join the free webinar on Tandem therapies in pediatric critical care #nephrology on Thursday, 16 October at 17:00. Don't miss the opportunity to learn with leading #PICU experts in the fields. Free registration✅: bit.ly/3WpqYni #PICU #NICU #crrt #tpe
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European Society of Paediatric and Neonatal Intensive Care @espnic.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
Take the next step in your professional journey and make a real impact on ESPNIC. Eligible candidates must be members in good standing during the election year. To apply, submit your CV, personal statement, and photograph via email to the ESPNIC Office (info@espnic.eu)
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European Society of Paediatric and Neonatal Intensive Care @espnic.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
Are you ready? The free webinar on Tandem therapies in pediatric critical care #nephrology starts in 2 days! Join global #PICU experts to advance your knowledge on technical aspects of CRRT & TPE tandem therapies. Register here for FREE✅: bit.ly/3WpqYni #PICU #NICU
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Dr. Fiona Lynch (PhD) @fiona4lynch.bsky.social · 16/09/2025
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Academic Skills – GOSH Learning Academy
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Dr. Fiona Lynch (PhD) @fiona4lynch.bsky.social · 28/06/2025
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We're pleased to see that Ashley Dalton MP has cited our Play Well Toolkit in her answer to a parliamentary question by Dame Caroline Dinenage MP DBE to the Secretary of State for Health and Socia...
We're pleased to see that Ashley Dalton MP has cited our Play Well Toolkit in her answer to a parliamentary question by Dame Caroline Dinenage MP DBE to the Secretary of State for Health and Socia...
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Dr. Fiona Lynch (PhD) @fiona4lynch.bsky.social · 28/06/2025
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Free Association of British Paediatric Nurses membership for students undertaking an undergraduate (Degree or Masters) education programme leading to registration as a children's nurse | Fiona Smi...
Free Association of British Paediatric Nurses membership for students undertaking an undergraduate (Degree or Masters) education programme leading to registration as a children's nurse
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Dr. Fiona Lynch (PhD) @fiona4lynch.bsky.social · 20/06/2025
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At GOSH, we’re proud to mark World Sickle Cell Day and we’re committed to advocating for improved care and support for children and young people affected by this condition.🩸 | Great Ormond Street Hosp...
At GOSH, we’re proud to mark World Sickle Cell Day and we’re committed to advocating for improved care and support for children and young people affected by this condition.🩸 This year, we launched a ...
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Dr. Fiona Lynch (PhD) @fiona4lynch.bsky.social · 16/06/2025
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Father's Day 2025: When fatherhood begins in NICU – a paediatrician's story — The Smallest Things
When you work in healthcare, you develop a certain vocabulary for uncertainty. You learn how to hold space for anxious parents, to explain complex conditions in calm tones, and to measure your words w...
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Dr. Fiona Lynch (PhD) @fiona4lynch.bsky.social · 15/06/2025
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Unique collaboration warn parents of the dangers of button batteries
Unique collaboration of e-commerce sites, battery manufacturers and retailers supports charity in warning parents of the dangers of button batteries.
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Dr. Fiona Lynch (PhD) @fiona4lynch.bsky.social · 09/06/2025
@mattcarey.bsky.social Great Article Matt!
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Dr. Fiona Lynch (PhD) @fiona4lynch.bsky.social · 09/06/2025
Full article: Exploring the International Terminology Associated with Nurses Caring for Neonates, Infants, Children, Young People and Their Families
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Dr. Fiona Lynch (PhD) @fiona4lynch.bsky.social · 24/05/2025
www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti... Check out our scoping review on PICU patient diaries
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Impact of patient diaries on children, families, and healthcare professionals in paediatric intensive care settings: A scoping review
The aim of this scoping review was to understand the current landscape, features, and volume of evidence that address the review question: what is the…
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Dr. Fiona Lynch (PhD) @fiona4lynch.bsky.social · 31/05/2025
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Association between caregiver concern for clinical deterioration and critical illness in children presenting to hospital: a prospective cohort study
Caregiver concern for clinical deterioration is associated with critical illness in paediatric patients and, after adjusting for variables including abnormal vital signs, had a strong association with...
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Dr. Fiona Lynch (PhD) @fiona4lynch.bsky.social · 24/05/2025
www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti... Check out our scoping review on PICU patient diaries
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Impact of patient diaries on children, families, and healthcare professionals in paediatric intensive care settings: A scoping review
The aim of this scoping review was to understand the current landscape, features, and volume of evidence that address the review question: what is the…
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Dr. Fiona Lynch (PhD) @fiona4lynch.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
youtu.be/WFXVp_xaYkI?... Happy #IND2025 to all nurses everywhere.. our global family. Thank you for all you do.
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International Nurses' Day 2025
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Rosy Roo RN DN QN @rosyroo.bsky.social · 02/05/2025
This is a real opportunity for community nurses to shout loudly about how much they do to support patients with end of life care. Please do take 10mins to contribute to this research and share with colleagues #whywedoresearch #endoflifecare #nursesky
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Jess Pidcock @jesspid94.bsky.social · 21/04/2025
Hoping someone can advise - I’m working on a project around students accessing the NHS low income scheme. Anyone with any experience? Will be greatly appreciated ❤️ #Healthcare #NHSCosts #Prescriptions #StudentNurse
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Dr. Fiona Lynch (PhD) @fiona4lynch.bsky.social · 19/04/2025
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Class of 2025 | Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity
Last week we launched our School Photo Day campaign with Rankin. The aim was simple - to raise awareness of the special and every-day moments children in hospital miss out on.   It was also important ...
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Nursing Times @nursingtimes.bsky.social · 24/03/2025
Meningitis: factsheet on nursing childhood infectious diseases This factsheet on meningitis helps nurses distinguish between viral and bacterial forms including risks and complications, and when urgent action is needed. #nursing #health #childhealth #meningitis www.nursingtimes.net/public-healt...
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Meningitis: factsheet on nursing childhood infectious diseases | Nursing Times
Viral and bacterial meningitis are explored in this factsheet, helping nurses to identify when emergency treatment is needed.
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European Society of Paediatric and Neonatal Intensive Care @espnic.bsky.social · 24/03/2025
#ESPNIC 2025 is where cutting-edge science meets clinical excellence in #paediatric and #neonatal intensive care. Submit your abstract by April 6, 2025✅: bit.ly/ESPNIC-Abstr... Register now☑️ : bit.ly/ESPNIC-REGIS... #PedICU #intensivecare #PediatricCare #pedicu #doctors #nurse #newborn
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Nursing Times @nursingtimes.bsky.social · 24/03/2025
Scarlet fever: factsheet on nursing childhood infectious diseases Scarlet fever (scarlatina) is an infectious disease, most commonly seen between the ages of 2 and 8 years. This factsheet explains its causes, prevention and treatment. #scarletfever #nursing www.nursingtimes.net/public-healt...
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Scarlet fever: factsheet on nursing childhood infectious diseases | Nursing Times
The causes, prevention and treatment of scarlet fever (scarlatina) are outlined in this factsheet for nurses.
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European Society of Paediatric and Neonatal Intensive Care @espnic.bsky.social · 20/03/2025
📣Don't miss out on Late Breaking Abstract Submission! The #ESPNIC2025 invites you to showcase your late breaking abstracts, transforming the future of #paediatric and #neonatal #intensivecare. Submit now✅: bit.ly/ESPNIC-Abstr.... Register here☑️ : bit.ly/ESPNIC-REGIS... #PedICU #pedicu #doctors
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Dr. Fiona Lynch (PhD) @fiona4lynch.bsky.social · 08/03/2025
Thank you to all the women I know.. #internationalwomen’sday
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Dr. Fiona Lynch (PhD) @fiona4lynch.bsky.social · 27/02/2025
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On Martha's Rule - patient safety spotlight
By establishing patients' right to an independent review, this new rule now being tested in pilot sites across the country, can improve our ability as health professionals to recognise and respond to ...
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Nursing Standard :: RCNi @nursingstandard.bsky.social · 18/02/2025
What is imposter syndrome and why is it so common among nurses? Imposter feelings can erode self-confidence and increase the likelihood of burnout. Click here for tips on how to tackle it > rcni.com/nursing-stan...
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What is imposter syndrome and why is it so common among nurses?
Imposter feelings can erode self-confidence and increase the likelihood of burnout, but there are ways of defusing its negative power
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Robin Hyde @robinhyd.bsky.social · 12/02/2025
National Childen and Young Peoples Nursing Conference Sept 2025. ***Abstract submission deadline*** has been extended closes Mon 10th March - plenty time to get your ideas in and share your work 😀 This promises to be a great event for CYP nurses &team www.northumbria.ac.uk/about-us/new...
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Celebrating Children and Young People’s Nursing Conference, 2025 ‘Our Present, Our Future’
nursing, young people, children, people, conference
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Kath Evans @kathevans2.bsky.social · 05/02/2025
What a great opportunity for #ChildrensNurse #Students #ChildHealth thx @abpn-childnurse.bsky.social
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Dr. Fiona Lynch (PhD) @fiona4lynch.bsky.social · 05/02/2025
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Matt Carey on LinkedIn: ASTOUND study
Dear colleagues. Please could I draw your attention to the important piece of research below: We need your input! We invite nursing…
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Dr. Fiona Lynch (PhD) @fiona4lynch.bsky.social · 04/02/2025
First day of the Safe Staffing Fellowship @NHSE and &BCU! I think this is going to be fun ..#CNOsafestaffung
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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 03/02/2025
It's Children's Mental Health Week! This year, the event is all about children's self awareness, and building the resilience they need. Why not boost your own knowledge with the RCN Library's Children's Mental Health subject guide: buff.ly/4aEoiZs #ChildrensMentalHeathWeek
Image of three smiling children. Below, a blue banner that reads, "Current Awareness: Children's Mental Health Week".
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Dr Emma Ashworth @emmaashworth.bsky.social · 03/02/2025
We are looking for autistic children & young people aged 11-18 to participate in a survey about improving the accessibility of CAMHS in the UK. Views can be shared by writing, recording a voice note, or drawing & labelling a picture. Link in QR code below or here: ljmu.questionpro.eu/ImprovingAcc...
Poster advertising the study, looking for parents or carers of autistic young people who have been referred to mental health services in the uk. Interested parents can provide the survey link to their child.
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Association of Directors of Public Health (ADPH) @adphuk.bsky.social · 03/02/2025
Childhood shapes our health & wellbeing. With the right support & by preventing illness & promoting healthier environments children can develop the resilience needed to live happy, healthy lives. 👀Read more about giving children the best start in life ➡️ bit.ly/3CqCjx bit.ly/4aMKEbm #MentalHealth
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Place2Be's Children's Mental Health Week
Place2Be's official Children's Mental Health Week exists to empower, equip and give a voice to all children and young people in the UK.
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 31/01/2025
Wherever you are in your nursing journey, it's never a bad time to think about where you want your career to go next. From supercharging your CV, to advice on volunteering, read our handy tips for steps that you can take today to set you up for tomorrow: bit.ly/3Em3fib
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5 ways to make yourself more employable | RCN Magazine | Royal College of Nursing
Top tips on how to make yourself more employable from an RCN careers coach
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Nursing Times @nursingtimes.bsky.social · 31/01/2025
‘Functional cure’ for sickle cell disease now offered on NHS A gene-editing therapy that offers a “functional cure” for some sickle cell patients has been approved for use on the NHS in England, in a move heralded as a positive “leap” forward. #nhs #sicklecell www.nursingtimes.net/haematology/...
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‘Functional cure’ for sickle cell disease now offered on NHS
A gene-editing therapy that offers a “functional cure” for some sickle cell patients has been ap...
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Dr. Fiona Lynch (PhD) @fiona4lynch.bsky.social · 31/01/2025
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Save Cardiff University School of Nursing
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Dr. Fiona Lynch (PhD) @fiona4lynch.bsky.social · 27/01/2025
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Admission to acute medical wards for mental health concerns among children and young people in England from 2012 to 2022: a cohort study
There are challenges in providing high quality care for children and young people who are admitted to acute medical wards for mental health concerns. …
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Dr. Fiona Lynch (PhD) @fiona4lynch.bsky.social · 26/01/2025
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Daryl Herring on LinkedIn: 💊only 3 weeks left to sign up! GOSH Learning Academy are launching a…
💊only 3 weeks left to sign up! GOSH Learning Academy are launching a series of short Safe Paediatric Prescribing updates starting in February 2025. Please…
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Dr. Fiona Lynch (PhD) @fiona4lynch.bsky.social · 25/01/2025
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Clinical Associate Professor in Children's and Neonatal Nursing in Leicester | University of Leicester Recruitment Team
View details and apply for this Clinical Associate Professor in Children's and Neonatal Nursing vacancy in Leicester. We are seeking to appoint an ambitious, talented, and inclusive clinical ac...
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Louca-Mai Brady @louca-mai.bsky.social · 21/01/2025
Following a meeting today - a starter pack of @uniofherts.bsky.social researchers and research-associated people. It's very much a starter so additions are welcome... go.bsky.app/PcW4tMT
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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 20/01/2025
Today is #BlueMonday, which can be one of the hardest days of the year for mental health. RCN has support available if you feel like you need a helping hand today (or any other day of the year): buff.ly/4hod8KB buff.ly/4hDNsK7 buff.ly/40l2JIr @rcnnorthernireland.bsky.social
Head with thought bubble: Self-care rituals; stress management; talk to someone; financial wellbeing.

And 3 QR codes to RCN support services.
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Dr. Fiona Lynch (PhD) @fiona4lynch.bsky.social · 09/01/2025
Well done @becksbdaniels.bsky.social ! You are such an amazing advocate for BCYP nurses.. we salute & thank you
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ALT: a blue thank you card with pink hearts
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Ellen Duke @ellendukecyp.bsky.social · 08/01/2025
Brilliant news that @becksbdaniels.bsky.social has been recognised for her work with vulnerable children www.elft.nhs.uk/news/rebecca... 👏🏻
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Rebecca Daniels, Community Children’s Matron, Awarded BEM | East London NHS Foundation Trust
Newham Community Children's Matron, Rebecca Daniels, has been awarded a BEM (British Empire Medal) for her services to clinically vulnerable and complex children and young people.
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