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Cancer physio is recognised for voice in Welsh Assembly
An oncology physiotherapist has been recognised for her contribution to cancer rehabilitation beyond her professional role.
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Physio seconded to ‘world’s first’ study into exercise as a treatment for prostate cancer
A physiotherapist involved in investigating whether exercise can be a primary treatment for prostate cancer said the study was the first of its kind in the world.
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Physio becomes first AHP to graduate from new Harvard scheme
A physiotherapist has become the first allied health professional (AHP) to graduate from a new training programme run by a prestigious US university.
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CSP expresses anger at cuts to physiotherapy training places in England
The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy has condemned an announcement made today that Health Education England will cut the number of physiotherapy training places by 6.7% in 2016/17.
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Physios are offered a last chance to apply for neuro rehab workshop in Brazil
Post-doctoral physiotherapists working in neuro rehabilitation are invited to apply by 8 January to participate in a fully-funded three-day workshop in Brazil, taking place in March 2016.
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Bosses sign recognition deal with physios at leading neuro hospital
The CSP will represent more than 30 physiotherapy staff at a highly specialist neuro hospital in south west London.
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Northern Ireland funding welcome but big issues such as pay remain, says CSP
The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy in Northern Ireland has welcomed the announcement of an increase in funding for the Department of Health as part of the Northern Ireland Executive's 2016/17 budget.
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Palliative care physios welcome NICE call to care for dying people as individuals
The Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Oncology and Palliative Care (ACPOPC) has welcomed a guideline saying end-of-life care in England must be tailored to the needs of dying people.
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Mid Essex cuts plan strongly opposed by public
Proposals in parts of Essex to cut physiotherapy services for people with common conditions like back and neck pain are overwhelmingly opposed by people in the county, new polling reveals.
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MP demands deadlines in wheelchair provision
An urgent review should be carried out to ensure people with neuromuscular conditions get rapid access to the wheelchairs and other equipment they need, MP Rachael Maskell has said.