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With children and young people back at school it's important to remember that some of them will have speech, language, and communication needs. To reduce the impact of these difficulties, it's crucial they're able to access speech and language therapy @Nick_Hewer @RCSLTResearch

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Massive thanks to our president @Nick_Hewer & @drjackiem for highlighting the vital work that speech and language therapists do in supporting patients with #COVID19 on @GMB this morning. You can watch the full interview here from 2:07: @KGadhok

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Covid-19: The speech therapists helping patients find their voices - Great working with ⁦ @BBCNews ⁩ on this & big thanks to ⁦⁦ @camillacdawson ⁩ & Robert Crowther for sharing your stories. ⁦ @KGadhok ⁩ ⁦ @uhbtrust ⁩ ⁦ @Nick_Hewer ⁩

Covid-19: The speech therapists helping patients find their voices

Spending weeks on a ventilator means many are left unable to talk, eat or drink after coronavirus.

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Huge thanks to @RCSLT president @Nick_Hewer for raising awareness today on @TheStephShowC4 of how speech and language therapists are providing vital support to patients with #COVID19 across the UK - helping them to speak, eat and drink safely @KGadhok @dellamoney @WeAHPs #slpeeps

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BREAKING! - Great to see speech and language therapists are set to be added to the list of Approved Mental Capacity Professionals. We’ve been campaigning for this to happen for some time! #SLT #slpeeps

Changes to the MCA Code of Practice and implementation of the LPS

This consultation seeks views on proposed changes to the Mental Capacity Act 2005 Code of Practice and implementation of the Liberty Protection Safeguards.

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We want to thank our members who have reminded us of the need to talk specifically about black lives. We apologise it has taken this long to issue a statement:

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We have produced a statement on the use of thickened fluids for managing dysphagia. You can read it here: #RCSLT #SLT #SLPeeps #SpeechAndLanguageTherapy #Dysphagia

Our statement on thickened fluids | RCSLT

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Buzzing tonight, having secured TV coverage on #CommunicationAccess ! Huge thanks to @5_News for covering the story & to @elleisa4 & @RCSLT president @nick_hewer for working with our PR team to provide interviews about the new communication disability symbol & training @KGadhok

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Look out for this new symbol in shops and businesses. It means staff have been trained in how to interact with people who have difficulties communicating. @RCSLT is behind the initiative, and its president @Nick_Hewer of Countdown and Apprentice fame, spoke to 5 News about it.

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Today @RCSLT & partner organisations are launching the Communication Access Symbol & e-learning for businesses. This will improve support for 14-million people in the UK with communication difficulties: @Nick_Hewer @SkiptonBS_press @skiptonbs

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We have published a range of long COVID resources and guidance, including a patient handbook and six new factsheets! Learn more about long covid and how speech and language therapists can provide support: #covid #pandemic #SLT

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. @DHSCgovuk has confirmed with us that @the_clearmask is the supplier whose mask has been approved for use in the NHS & social care. The DHSC is deciding the best route to supply these. Distribution is hoped later this month. Interested SLTs can find out more via @the_clearmask

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RCSLT Members! Please read our latest news story in reaction to @The_HCPC 's decision to significantly increase its membership fees:

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Last night speech & language therapist Margaret Walker won the Special Recognition award at the Pride of Britain Awards. Margaret developed Makaton, a visual language used by people with communication difficulties & one of the many tools used by #slpeeps :

Courage and humanity take centre stage at 20th Pride of Britain awards

The Special Recognition award went to Margaret Walker, a speech therapist who has transformed the lives of millions of people

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Lots in the media this week on #Aphasia , including on @GMB today with @DrHilaryJones . The main intervention for people with aphasia is #speechandlanguagetherapy , which dramatically improves communication ability and quality of life--this is backed up by strong evidence. 1/

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Thank you @bbcnickrobinson for paying tribute to speech & language therapists (SLTs) on @BBCr4today . Talking about the impact of voice loss & his own experience, he said SLTs "do extraordinary things." Listen from 2:49:30

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#TinyHappyPeople has officially launched in the UK! They are here to support parents with activity ideas that will get their little one babbling and chatting from day one. Find out more at:

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The UK’s speech & language therapy profession is a 'tour de force', helping people throughout their lives to communicate &/or eat, drink & swallow safely. It’s time for them to sparkle so let’s reflect on why they’re special & show some #SLTappreciation for the work they do.

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Huge thanks to @AnnaYoussefITV from @ITVNews & both the SLT & comms team @WythenshaweHosp for working with the @RCSLT to bring this story to the public! Meet the speech therapists giving patients their voices back @kgadhok @sarahwallaceslt @Nick_Hewer

Meet the speech therapists giving patients their voices back | ITV News

NHS staff are doing an amazing job looking after patients. But less is known about the role of speech and language therapists | ITV News Granada

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ICYMI: Last night, we secured an interview on @BBCNews to discuss the impact of lockdown on children’s speech and language skills. Thank you to Janet Cooper for speaking on this subject and representing the profession! @mpftnhs @KGadhok @Nick_Hewer @MaryHeritage Here’s a clip:

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From today, RCSLT membership is free for students! 🎓 Apply here: #slt2b #SLPeeps #mystudentsltday

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Kate and May are two neurodivergent speech and language therapists who work together and, this #neurodiversitycelebrationweek , have put together these fantastic 10 #TopTips for working with and supporting #neurodivergent ( #ND ) #SLT professionals. (Thread)

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Along with a new film about living with #apahsia @TheStrokeAssoc have produced some helpful communication resources #WhenTheWordsAwayWent

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It's our birthday!🥳On this day in 1945, the 1st AGM of the College of Speech Therapists was held, officially launching the College. The AGM was originally planned for October 1944, but was postponed due to air raids on London. #RCSLT75 #RCSLTFirsts

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BBC News - Coronavirus: Three surprising jobs you can do from home - - Speech and language therapy is one of them & it's great to see @ULspeechtherapy featured. #slpeeps

Coronavirus: Three surprising jobs you can do from home

Coronavirus has forced people to get creative with the way they work, with some surprising jobs going online.

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Lovely to see former Rugby League player Rob Burrows spreading some Christmas magic and highlighting how an #AAC device is helping him to communicate with his children 🪄🎄

Rugby League's Rob Burrow to read CBeebies Bedtime Story

The former Leeds Rhinos player is appearing on the International Day of Persons with Disabilities.

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OK #RCSLTMembers - Firstly, we are so proud of you! Secondly, thank you so much for your patience. Thirdly, please read the @RCSLT advice you have been asking for this week around PPE & #dysphagia ax in the light of #COVID19 . @KGadhok @BrollJudith @rcsltscot @rcsltni @RCSLTWales

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The number of five and six year olds who need speech and language support at school has risen by 10% in England over the past year, BBC analysis shows. @RCSLT Chief Exec @KGadhok interviewed here and on @BBCr4today this morning @Nick_Hewer @SeanPert

Child speech delays increase following lockdowns

Pupils needing language support rises by 10% in post-pandemic school starters, BBC analysis finds.

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Too many people missed out on speech & language therapy during 1st lockdown. Services must be maintained in coming months. Our redeployment statement sets out what lessons should be learned to ensure people can continue to receive speech & language therapy

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Many congratulations to Prof Pam Enderby, Prof James Law, Prof Jane Marshall, Carol Francis, and Sarah Marzaioli on being recognised in #QueensBirthdayHonours We are so pleased for you all! @sheffielduni @UniofNewcastle @UoLondon @KGadhok

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Wow! We are over the moon @RCSLT this evening having just won 2 @memcomUK awards: Best Public Awareness Campaign & Best Campaign on a Shoestring for #CommunicationAccess training & symbol. Woohoo! 🍾🍾 @KGadhok @rpurkett @RCSLTLearn @Nick_Hewer

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Thanks to speech and language therapists @royalmarsdenNHS Dad whose voice box was removed due to throat cancer gives speech at his daughter's wedding... via @MailOnline

Dad whose voice box was removed due to throat cancer gives speech...

John Jones became determined to talk again after his daughter, Marina, got engaged in December 2022.

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In this letter from 1948, Harley Street speech therapist Lionel Logue writes to His Majesty the King KG asking him to be a Patron of the College of Speech Therapists. We think it must have been a rather good letter, as the King agreed! #LondonHistoryDay

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Amazing to hear @f_gillies and @APinchofSaLTs talk to @MichaelRosenYes about the depth and breadth of the speech and language profession on @BBCRadio4 this afternoon. Listen here:

BBC Radio 4 - Word of Mouth, Speech and Language Therapy

Michael Rosen talks to the speech and language therapist who helped him after Covid-19.

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The #SLT profession has always been at the heart of the NHS, diversifying the role to meet the demands of an ever-evolving system, and supporting people across multiple clinical areas with swallowing and communication needs. #NHSbirthday #NHS75 @RCSLTWales @rcsltscot @RCSLTNI

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Broadcaster Nick Hewer appointed new President of @RCSLT . Read the press release now! @Nick_Hewer @KGadhok @dellamoney #slpeeps #slt2b

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It’s Swallowing Awareness Day! If you’re raising awareness about #dysphagia today, make sure you use the hashtag #swallowaware2023 & tag @RCSLT & @NHWeek so we can share your activities all day long! #nhweek @wespeechies @WeAHPs @WeNurses @KGadhok @SteveJamieson12 @Nick_Hewer

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For newly qualified practitioners, transitioning into the workforce can be challenging. To support every #SLT #NQP , we've worked with members to make these practical tips—check them out here: 🎉 #RCSLT #SLT2B #MyStudentSLTDay #SLpeeps #SLTpeeps

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Today is Swallowing Awareness Day, which raises awareness of #dysphagia . Dysphagia is the medical term for swallowing, eating and drinking difficulties. Find out more here: #swallowaware2021

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#RCSLT members and #slpeeps - Please join us from 1pm - 1.45pm on Friday, 24 April, for our free webinar: The Covid Patient Pathway for SLTs. To find what you will learn and to register, visit:

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🎉We're absolutely thrilled to announce today who this year's #RCSLTAwards winners are. Congratulations to you all & we can't wait to celebrate with you & our 2020/2021 winners next week on 1/9/22) in Canary Wharf, London. 🎉 @Nick_Hewer @MaryHeritage @SeanPert @KGadhok (1/3)

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It's #AHPsDay today! 🥳 How are you showing your #SLTappreciation today? Lets us know! @WeAHPs

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#RCSLT members - if you're concerned about @The_HCPC 's plan to increase fees, please read our statement:

Concerns about HCPC plan to increase fees | RCSLT

www.rcslt.org

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Happy #AHPsDay to all #AHPs particularly those working in speech and language therapy! 🎉 Thank you for everything that you have done and continue to do for our communities, especially at such a challenging time #slpeeps #mySLTday

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Tonight, as well as making some noise for all the key workers & the #NHS , we'll be clapping for the SLTs providing life-changing treatment & support to patients during this time - we're so proud of you! #ClapForSLTs #ClapForCarers #ClapForTheNHS @KGadhok @dellamoney @Nick_Hewer

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Today is #WorldAutismAwarenessDay ! How do speech and language therapists support children and adults with autism? Have a look at our factsheet to find out more: #AutismAwareness

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On this day in 1948, Lionel Logue, one of our founding fellows, wrote to George VI to ask him to be the patron of the recently formed College of Speech Therapists. Our membership has grown quite a bit since then, & now stands at over 17,500 members! #RCSLT75 #RCSLTFirsts #slpeeps

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Based on the available evidence, #dysphagia assessment should be considered an #AGP , says expert @RCSLT #COVID19 advisory group in a new report published today:

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The RCSLT is deeply saddened by the death of Her Majesty The Queen. Since @RCSLT 's inception in 1945, we have had a personal relationship with the Royal Family and our thoughts and prayers are with them:

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Watch the acceptance video from @sarahwallaceslt on being awarded an RCSLT Fellowship #RCSLTAwards

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Well said @rachaelmoses ! Speech & language therapists not only assess a #COVID19 patient's ability to swallow post-ICU but also their voice & facilitate communication between the patient, healthcare colleagues & the patient's family. @RCSLT is in awe of all they & their #MDTs do.

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Team #NHSNightingale London Speech and language therapists provide life-changing treatment, support & care for people who have difficulties with communication, or with eating, drinking and swallowing. Imperative after critical illness. Introducing our Lead Jackie #RehabLegend

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Did you see 'Surgeons: At the Edge of Life' on @BBCTwo last night? See how speech and language therapist, Becky Marr, works with the neurosurgeon during an awake craniotomy to ensure the patient's ability to speak isn't damaged during surgery: @qehbham

BBC Two - Surgeons: At the Edge of Life, Series 2, One False Move,...

A patient has to keep talking during awake brain surgery to remove a tumour.

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There are now 3 universities offering SLT apprenticeship courses with more coming

Speech and language therapy apprenticeships | RCSLT

Find out about speech and language therapy apprenticeships, including key features and benefits of apprenticeships and funding information.

www.rcslt.org

NHS England Workforce, Training and Education

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Apprenticeships widen opportunities for people from all backgrounds and in underserved geographical areas to join the NHS workforce, making the NHS a more inclusive place to work. Find out more about the benefits of apprentices #NAW2024 #NHSLTWP

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Fantastic article from @BBCNews that discusses how speech and language therapists and other AHPs help support patients recovering from COVID-19. Ronald Doherty shares his experience of rehabilitation here: @RCSLTNI @CearaSLT @WeAHPs

Coronavirus: 'I couldn't talk, my voice was a whisper'

Ronald Doherty, who was ventilated after contracting coronavirus, speaks about his road to recovery.

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Thank you @sebcoe for sharing your story of having vocal cord issues and how speech and language therapy is helping @KGadhok @Nick_Hewer

GP alerts Sebastian Coe to vocal problem after interview airs

A sharp-eared doctor noticed Lord Coe's voice was "gravelly" during a Today programme interview.

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Huge congratulations to our members on the #NewYearsHonoursList -Sarah Wallace @sarahwallaceslt &Roganie Govender @GovenderRoganie We are so proud of you & of the whole profession. You've shown tremendous resilience and dedication in 2020. #SLTappreciation @kgadhok @nick_hewer

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📢📢SLTs and clinicians working with people who have #dysphagia ! Please make sure you read our new position paper on Thickened Fluids and additional resources for supporting people with eating, drinking and swallowing difficulties:

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We’re ready to show some #sltpride at #PrideInLondon !!! #SLPeeps - if you see us, be sure to say hi!

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STOP PRESS: @PHE_uk have just published their new speech, language and communication pathway. @RCSLT have been closely involved. Read it here 👇

Best start in speech, language and communication (SLC)

Guidance to help improve SLC in the early years, including an Early Language Identification Measure and Intervention tool for use with children aged 2 to 2 and a half.

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📢📢Vacancy rates in speech and language therapy reach 23%! Of the managers who responded, 96% managing children’s services and 90% managing adult services said recruitment is more or much more challenging than at any time in the last three years:

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Tara Asher is one of only a handful of British Sign Language interpreters who specialise in hip hop and grime music. Over the weekend, she signed for Stormzy's #Glastonbury2019 headline set #inclusivecommunication

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Tonight, put your hands together and show your appreciation for for speech & language therapists everywhere, who are providing essential care for patients with #Covid19UK #Clapforslts #clapforNHS #ClapForCarers @KGadhok @RCSLTNI @Nick_Hewer @RCSLTWales @rcsltscot

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New #stroke guidelines were announced today, which we're concerned about. Read our latest news story: @SteveJamieson12 @RCSLTpolicy

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RCSLT Members & #slpeeps - Here's our guidance on teleheath for delivering speech and language therapy remotely

Telehealth | RCSLT

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Speech and language therapists' vital role in helping people with #LongCovid to eat, drink and talk again - highlighted by @BBCNews @BrollJudith

Inside a long Covid clinic: 'I want to play with my kids again'

Croydon University Hospital's clinic has already seen 1,000 patients, with another 500 on the waiting list.

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News Alert! We're delighted to announce the appointment of @SteveJamieson12 as @RCSLT chief executive, with effect from March 2023, when current chief executive @KGadhok retires after 22 years at the helm: @SeanPert @IrmaDonaldson19 @Nick_Hewer

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The results of our survey on vacancies in speech & language therapy paint a shocking picture, with average vacancy rates reaching 23% across the UK. @Independent #slpeeps #speechandlanguagetherapy @SteveJamieson12

Survey finds ‘alarming’ number of vacancies in speech and language therapy

A survey by the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists found almost one in four jobs were vacant across the UK.

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It’s hard to imagine the NHS without the speech and language therapists who may work in hospitals, schools, nursing homes or community teams and could be experts on mental health, autism, dysphagia and communication difficulties. #NHS75 #NHSbirthday #slt @WeAHPs @WeSpeechies

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Massive congratulations to @LostVoiceGuy Lee Ridley - WINNER of Britain’s Got Talent 2018 via @bgt

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Thank you @chris_kammy for talking so openly about your experience with apraxia of speech.

Good Morning Britain

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'My apologises to everybody out there who's got a speech condition because it doesn't define who you are.' @chris_kammy speaks about the initial shame he felt about his speech apraxia diagnosis.

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Huge thanks to speech & language therapist Emma Wicks, @SomersetFT & their patients for helping @RCSLT bring these #COVID19 speech & language therapy #rehab stories to air on @5_News @KGadhok @Nick_Hewer @dellamoney @MaryHeritage @SuzanneRastrick #slpeeps #MySLTDay

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Some Covid-19 survivors are suffering unexpected side-effects that have left them with difficulty eating or speaking. It's because of damage done to their throats when being put on ventilators and for some it means having to relearn basic life skills. @SomersetFT | @RCSLT

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The RCSLT is please to announce @SeanPert as our new Deputy Chair, taking over from @MaryHeritage . Thank you for all your work and support, Mary, and a warm welcome to Sean!

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📢📢Save the date! This year's Swallowing Awareness Day will be held on 15 March 2023, during NHS Nutrition & Hydration Week. Tune into #SwallowAware2023 hashtag & visit for more updates, including when resources are available for download! @NHWeek #NHWeek

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Congratulations to @drjackiem on being awarded a @GivingVoiceUK for raising awareness of speech and language therapy in the national media and in COVID research papers. #RCSLTAwards

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We have worked with our fellow professional organisations @theRCN @BDA_Dietitians @BAPENUK @british_stroke @mencap_charity to develop multidisciplinary guidance to support adults when eating and drinking with acknowledged risks: #dysphagia #swallowaware

Eating and drinking with acknowledged risks | RCSLT

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Waiting times for children's speech & language therapy services are "deeply disturbing" says @SteveJamieson12 in today's @Telegraph . "It’s clear that speech and language therapy services are at breaking point.."

Children endure ‘dangerous’ waits for NHS help due to Covid backlogs

Those under 18 are now three times as likely as adults to face year-long waits for community health services

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We are so excited to announce that #TinyHappyPeople is officially launching in the UK tomorrow! Here’s a flavour of what’s to come… Have a sneak peek at:

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Fascinating insight into how speech and language therapists support patients and surgeons to ensure successful brain operations! @thismorning @PA_Real_Life

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New area of SLT at RLH. SLT assessment in Awake Craniotomy!! #BartsAHPs #SLTpeeps #Neurosurgery #AwakeCraniSpeech

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New national clinical guideline for #stroke includes many @RCSLT recommendations and has major implications for speech and language therapists and allied health professionals delivering #stroke care. Initial thread 🧵 Full analysis next week #SLT #AHP

National Clinical Guideline for Stroke

www.strokeguideline.org

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And we’re off!! #PrideInLondon #sltpride @uksltpride

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Our report on the impact of COVID-19 on the SLT profession has been published online. You can download it from our website, here: #slpeeps #Covid19UK

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The speech and language therapy apprenticeship is coming in 2022! If you’re interested in employing SLT apprentices or want to know more about your role as an employer and how it could work, please register your details here by Monday 29 March:

RCSLT and HEE speech and language therapy apprenticeship workshop

Register your interest in attending the virtual apprenticeships workshop on 29th April 2021

www.eventbrite.co.uk

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Communication is a basic human right. Do you agree? Please get your local businesses to sign up for the new (free!) Communication Access training to create a more inclusive society: #CommunicationAccess Photo from @SkiptonBS_Press Credit: Danny Payne

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Do you know what #dysphagia is? It’s the medical term for swallowing, eating and drinking difficulties. We’ll be raising awareness about it on 16 March for Swallowing Awareness Day. Find out more here: #SwallowAware2022 @SpeechPathAus #slpeeps @NHWeek

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Yesterday, @RCSLT wrote to the Govt on the urgent need to ensure SLTs have access to PPE so they can respond to the #COVID19 pandemic as safely as possible. We've also issued a press release on this @KGadhok @Nick_Hewer @dellamoney @rcsltpolicy @rpurkett

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The RCSLT does not support the redeployment of speech and language therapists away from services that are already under extreme pressure as they attempt to restore services, reduce waiting lists and meet targets. Read our statement via #slpeeps #slt2b

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3 years

Watch the acceptance video from @jkfillingham on being awarded a Fellowship #RCSLTAwards

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We’re proud to share top tips for communicating with people with #aphasia ! Created by experts in aphasia @volkmer_anna , and @BCAphasia , people with aphasia @JanAphasia and Michael Petley, and family members @carlystroke and Vanessa Ward. Video and thread 🧵 #RockingAphasia

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Today not only marks the beginning of 2020, but also of our 75th Anniversary! We've got a lot planned for this year that we can’t wait to share with you all! The theme for this month is - FIRSTS! #2020 #HappyNewYear #RCSLT75

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Congratulations @jkfillingham on being awarded a Fellowship #RCSLTAwards

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Do you know what #dysphagia is? Dysphagia is the medical term for swallowing, eating and drinking difficulties. We’ll be raising awareness about it on 13 March for Swallowing Awareness Day. Find out more here: #SwallowAware2019

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A huge thank you to speech & language therapists @talkaboutsam @MelodyPlatford from @HackneyTalk & their clients for showcasing the value of video speech & language therapy for those isolated in #Covid19 lockdown. Thank you too to @GraceAjose for bringing this story to the public

ITV London

@itvlondon

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Face-to-face therapy is shut down in lock down - but a 'communication cafe' is open. Language therapist Sam Bowman gives those with speech difficulties a place to talk. @RagsMartel joined today's session. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

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We're delighted to announce that this year's Swallowing Awareness Day will be held on 13 March, during NHS Nutrition & Hydration Week #NHWeek @NHWeek @SpeechPathAus . Keep an eye on our website about how you can get involved as more details will be coming soon. #dysphagia

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The e-learning Dysphagia Guide, created in partnership with @NHS_HealthEdEng , is now available online. You can access the programme and find out more here: #dysphagia #slpeeps

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This #AHPsDay , we want to show our #SLTappreciation for the varied paths our members have taken into the profession, and the many key roles they fill! Interested in a career in speech and language therapy? Find out more here: #WeAreSLT | #WeAreTheNHS

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Anti-racism in SLT: join us on a journey to become an anti-racist profession. We have curated a programme of learning leading to a live workshop in May. Check out the RCSLT websites for updates and follow on with #SLTAntiRacism

Events | RCSLT

www.rcslt.org

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Congratulations @GemLJones10 on receiving a @GivingVoiceUK award for raising awareness of SLTs in leadership roles within the MDT and how SLT was able to add so much to a patient's physical and psychological recovery. #RCSLTAwards

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Big day for A' level students today - to help anyone looking to make a difference and considering a career in speech & language therapy, we've produced this sustainable, pocket sized guide #careers #AlevelResultsDay2022 #Speechtherapy #SLpeeps

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Such a fantastic day showing #sltpride at @PrideInLondon !! We’re now signing off of the parade updates, but before we do, we just want to say a massive thank you to all the members who came to march with us, and especially to @uksltpride for helping to make this happen!

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We were proud last week to support #NHSThankyou #ClapfortheNHS Today we're doing our very own #ClapforSLTs to applaud our members for all you're doing to support your clients and each other – and to support us with producing resources & materials for other #SLPeeps - thank you!

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Our Tracheostomy Competency Framework has been updated. Many thanks to all who helped with the update, especially @RCSLTTracheCEN Download it on our website here 👇 #slpeeps

Critical care - learning | RCSLT

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4 years

We would like to say a big thank to @rachaelmoses for consistently raising awareness of the vital work that speech and language therapists do to support people throughout their lives to communicate and, eat and drink safely. @Nick_Hewer @KGadhok @drjackiem @thecsp 👏👏

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@NHSRachaelM

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Speech and Language Therapy is fundamental for all patients recovering from critical illness. Helping people to breathe, speak, and swallow again. We love our speechies. Here’s the awesome @drjackiem ⬇️

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