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Tom Saunders

@tomsaunders89.bsky.social
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Consultant Anaesthetist - South West: Regional | Vascular | CPET. Nerd for all things birding, heavy metal, gaming and LFC.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 20/09/2026
Normal? Not at all. Birdsong fades. Summer temperatures soar. The danger is we simply adjust – but we shouldn’t. We cannot allow the climate crisis to rewrite our idea of what's normal.
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 15/09/2026
Tell me again that climate change is a hoax.
Chart showing global annual temperature abnormalities between 1880 and 2024
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Roland Pierik @roleo.eurosky.social · 08/09/2026
The number of cases of cervical cancer reported in Scotland among women given the HPV vaccine at 12-13 years of age is now zero. Zero. Zero. Zero. Zero. Zero. Zero. Zero. Zero. Zero. Zero. Zero. Zero. Zero. Zero. Zero. Zero. Zero. Zero. Zero. Zero. Zero. Zero. Zero. www.bbc.com/news/article...
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No cervical cancer cases in fully HPV-vaccinated women in Scotland
A study published by Public Health Scotland finds that the HPV vaccine is "highly effective".
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Trish Greenhalgh @trishgreenhalgh.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
If you asked me for one story that sums up the moral recession we’re currently in, this would be it.
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 08/08/2026
Climate denial is getting louder. Reality is getting harder to ignore. When parks are brown, rivers are shrinking and firefighters are battling blazes across the globe, governments must accelerate climate action, not slow it down.
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This burning summer is the proof: the voices of climate denial aren’t just delusional, they’re deadly | Sadiq Khan
Look at our blazing forests and parched cities. Green policies aren’t a ‘luxury’, and we can’t burn more oil and gas. People need the truth, says London mayor Sadiq Khan
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The Guardian @theguardian.com · 14/07/2026
Most UK media reports on June heatwave failed to mention climate crisis
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Most UK media reports on June heatwave failed to mention climate crisis
Exclusive: Analysis of nearly 2,500 articles finds almost three-quarters made no reference to global heating Most of the UK media stories about the record-breaking heatwave that struck in June failed to mention the climate crisis, analysis has found. Nearly 2,500 articles about the extreme heat – when temperatures topped 37C, a record for the time of year – appeared in the UK’s nine main national daily media publications. But nearly three-quarters of them – about 72% – left out any mention of global heating or the climate, according to the analysis by the Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit (ECIU). Continue reading...
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Count Binface @countbinface.bsky.social · 19/07/2023
Under a Binface government, anyone who doesn’t accept human-made climate change as fact will be sent back to school, from Year 1 right the way to A Levels, to see if anything goes in the second time round. #VoteBinface
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The BMA @bma.org.uk · 06/07/2026
Consultants in England have voted YES, sending a clear message to Government that enough is enough. Consultants deserve fair pay, better working conditions and an end to the erosion of their contracts. We demand negotiations that lead to real changes for consultants. The next move is Government’s.
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The BMA @bma.org.uk · 01/07/2026
Consultants and SAS doctors - have you still not voted in your ballots? You haven't missed your chance, there's still a few ways to get your ballot in at the last minute. Make sure your voice is heard.
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Abbey @abbeyarletto.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
When reality surpasses fiction! Top: fictional forecast for August 2050, broadcast by French TV in 2014 to warn about the consequences of global warming. Bottom: Real French forecast for yesterday, June 22, 2026.
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Birds of Poole Harbour @harbourbirds.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
This afternoon North Yorkshire Police announced the suspicious disappearance of young male White-tailed Eagle G834, the first to fledge from Dorset in centuries. This eagle was special for multiple reasons, not only his historic status but also wowing visitors & school children around Poole Harbour
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The Athletic | Football @theathleticfc.bsky.social · 31/05/2026
The South Africa national team have had to delay their trip to North America for the World Cup due to what the country’s sports minister has called “embarrassing and grossly unfair” visa issues. Free to read: bit.ly/4u7gO9g
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Tom Saunders @tomsaunders89.bsky.social · 30/05/2026
Adore them too, not found one yet this year - last few years it’s been a place I wasn’t expecting one/looking for one.
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Tom Saunders @tomsaunders89.bsky.social · 30/05/2026
Sounds like set back after set back and a drain on the mentality in the squad. They need a fresh voice and approach.
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Tom Saunders @tomsaunders89.bsky.social · 30/05/2026
Thank you Arne for number 20. Whilst it’s sad for him to be leaving only a year later after handling an emotional summer last year with such dignity it is the right call for a change in direction after a season mired in challenges that weren’t overcome.
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Margot Finn @eicathomefinn.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
'Far-right movement-building always includes, and very often starts with, the repression of women. The obvious jumping-off point is reproductive rights, since that’s easily the most effective: a woman who can’t control when and whether to have children isn’t in control of anything.'
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Oppressing women is how authoritarianism begins. So listen to what Reform is saying | Zoe Williams
We saw it when Russia jailed members of Pussy Riot, and again when the US overturned Roe v Wade: misogyny is a powerful political weapon. Let’s focus on fighting it, not ‘understanding’ it, writes Zoe...
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Tom Saunders @tomsaunders89.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Was delighted to see them there a few months back. Proper success.
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Tom Saunders @tomsaunders89.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
Honestly the level of nonsense Liverpool have put up with this season, then you hear the same from other teams is it just they’re all absolutely terrible? Feels very personal every time though! The goal off Sesko’s hand at OT was the one for me.
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Tom Saunders @tomsaunders89.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
If that were the case - West Ham’s goal against Arsenal would have stood. The standard of officiating is just generally terrible and inconsistent.
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Tom Saunders @tomsaunders89.bsky.social · 02/05/2026
Wordle in 1. What do now??
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Anaesthesia @anaesjournal.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
Is maternal labour epidural analgesia associated w adverse behavioural outcomes? • longitudinal cohort • 1962 mother–child dyads NO association at 18 months, 6 years or 11 years postpartum (adjusting for maternal psychological, obstetric and immunological factors) #AnSky doi.org/10.1111/anae...
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The Association of Anaesthetists @assocanaes.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
New guidance on sterile gown use during spinal anaesthesia aims to reduce unnecessary waste while maintaining high standards of patient safety Guidelines published in @anaesjournal.bsky.social buff.ly/rvtALwy With CAI, @ra-uk.org, @oaa-anaes.bsky.social, @rcoanews.bsky.social, @anzca.bsky.social
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Dr Andreas Sotiriou @hasyourregtried.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
New international consensus guidelines on sterility during single shot spinal anaesthesia - gowns are out! @ra-uk.org
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Royal College of Anaesthetists @rcoanews.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
New guidelines published today - Sterile gowns are no longer mandatory for single-shot spinal anaesthesia in uncomplicated adults. Backed by top anaesthetic organisations, this move cuts waste and keeps patients safe. Full details 👉 ow.ly/6Jhi50YKOQW #Ansky #Medsky
New guidelines published today on sterile gown usage during spinal anaesthesia
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Dr Helgi Jóhannsson @doctorhelgi.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
Stop press: sterile gowns are no longer mandatory for spinal anaesthesia. I’m so proud to have been part of this process trying to simplify our practice, making us efficient, more sustainable without increasing risk associationofanaesthetists-publications.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
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Use of sterile gowns for single‐shot spinal anaesthesia: consensus guidelines from the Association of Anaesthetists, Royal College of Anaesthetists, Obstetric Anaesthetists' Association, Regional Anae...
Introduction International guideline recommendations vary on the use of sterile gowns during spinal anaesthesia. There is limited evidence of benefit for their routine use and debate about environme.....
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Tom Saunders @tomsaunders89.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
Had my first ever in Devon at Haldon a couple of weeks back, I always struggle with them! Normally have to cross the border North…
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bensaunders1988.bsky.social @bensaunders1988.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
Rare Sighting of an Osprey Catching a fish in Seaton UK.
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Dr Alfredo Carpineti @drcarpineti.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
If only there had been another reason to decarbonise society, invest in renewables, and electrify the transport system before this crisis
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Tom Saunders @tomsaunders89.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
Very sad to hear - such an unusual sighting for Bath too. Any ideas as to what may have happened?
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Tom Saunders @tomsaunders89.bsky.social · 15/03/2026
Worst result of such a disappointing season. Worst thing is it felt utterly inevitable.
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David Lynch @davidlynchlfc.co.uk · 15/03/2026
Completely, inexcusably abject from Liverpool - the worst result of a horrible season. It may well be the case that this league no longer allows you to play good football, but ineffectiveness isn't compulsory, too. How can Arne Slot possibly make the case to stay this summer?
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Tom Saunders @tomsaunders89.bsky.social · 28/02/2026
A most excellent cider however.
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Tom Saunders @tomsaunders89.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
Anaesthetics training? Completed it mate.
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Tom Saunders @tomsaunders89.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
No, but you can’t have him.
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David Lynch @davidlynchlfc.co.uk · 17/01/2026
It's this year's Liverpool down to a tee to put on their best, most balanced performance up against a low block all season and still somehow find a way not to win the game. These days can happen, but it's so much harder to justify when you've dropped so many points already.
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Sethina Watson @sethina.bsky.social · 10/01/2026
It’s hard to emphasise this enough. Even I have been popping back to X but the sexualised images and open endorsements of white supremacy should prompt everyone to question what it says to still use X. We must move over to BlueSky (or other alternative).
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Sethina Watson @sethina.bsky.social · 09/01/2026
The time to leave X was ages ago. Here’s your posse on Bluesky here.
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Mark Chadbourn @chadbourn.bsky.social · 03/01/2026
Hard to watch US TV media discussing how the US might occupy and run a foreign country as if it’s a perfectly normal political development.
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 03/01/2026
That one person can drag us into a war without consulting or even notifying Congress, or our allies, or fully explaining to the American people why this is necessary, is absolutely bonkers. Reminder that Congress has the power to stop all of this. Where the hell are they?
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Dr Shenanigans @dr-shenanigans.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
If one was feeling cynical they would wonder if it's just early this year and fear has been stoked up by the government to put the public against the doctors....
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Tom Saunders @tomsaunders89.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
KOTOR games are in my top 10 of all time. This is awesome news.
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Tom Saunders @tomsaunders89.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
IYKYK
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Andrew Beasley @andrewbeasleyfootball.com · 22/11/2025
It would be brutal to sack Slot. He’s managing a group of grieving men. Any wonder they make mistakes? Getting rid of Arne would maybe bring the players down further too. There’s no magic wand for this. But it’s also hard to know where Liverpool go from here. Loooong season ahead. Up the Reds.
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Mari Murphy @marimurphy.bsky.social · 22/11/2025
Robbo crying going down the tunnel. I’ve my complaints about subs and that but fuck me these deserve the ground to stay full until full time you know.
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Tom Saunders @tomsaunders89.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
Dream substantive consultant post!! Absolutely, completely made up and can’t wait to start!
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The BMA @bma.org.uk · 29/10/2025
Urgent climate action is needed to protect our health. We've teamed up with @lancetcountdown.bsky.social @ukhealthclimate.bsky.social @rcn.org.uk to set priorities for the UK, from accelerating clean energy to protecting health service adaptation funding ukhealthalliance.org/news-item/ur...
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Urgent climate action in the UK will save lives, reduce costs, and secure a healthier future for all - UK Health Alliance on Climate Change
The 2025 Lancet Countdown UK Policy Priorities published today call for action across energy transformation, food systems and adaptation to protect health and reduce emissions
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Christos Chamos @hamos1977.bsky.social · 26/10/2025
Cath lab and IR are probably the most challenging environments to give an anaesthetic.
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Dr Farbod @emergencybod.medsky.social · 26/10/2025
Jesus gave two commandments: love God, love your neighbour. Everything else hangs on that. Ask yourself: does MAGA, Reform, or any of the far-right look like love? Do they lift the poor, forgive the enemy, welcome the stranger? You can’t wave a Bible with one hand & point a finger with the other.
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Tom Saunders @tomsaunders89.bsky.social · 21/10/2025
Glad you found the Ouzels!
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Tom Saunders @tomsaunders89.bsky.social · 03/10/2025
Jeff!!!!! Congratulations. What a legend.
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