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Universities adopt innovative approaches to raising physio students’ mental health awareness
Two universities have adopted innovative programmes to boost the mental health knowledge of physiotherapy undergraduates.
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CSP applauds abolition of planned settled status fee
The CSP has welcomed news that the proposed settled status charge for EU nationals will be waived, removing the financial barrier for EU citizens who want to stay in the UK after Brexit.
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New continuing professional development principles for physiotherapists and support workers published
A new set of principles for continuing professional development (CPD) have been developed for all staff delivering health and social care in the UK.
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NICE says good communication is key to better cerebral palsy care
Physiotherapists managing abnormal muscle tone in adults with cerebral palsy should discuss treatments for spasticity or dystonia with their patients, says the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE).
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CSP welcomes consultation to tackle obesity in Wales
Health minister Vaughan Gething has launched a consultation on the Welsh government’s first ever obesity strategy.
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NHS Long term plan for England - reaction from the physiotherapy profession
Across a range of conditions, and in a range of settings, physiotherapy and rehabilitation are highlighted within the NHS Long Term Plan for England.
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NHS England Long Term Plan - reaction and analysis
Following the launch of NHS England's Long Term Plan on 7 January 2019, the CSP will be posting updates as we take an in-depth look at what the plan means for the profession and patients.
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NHS plan for England – details for the physiotherapy profession
The NHS Long Term Plan, published on 7 January, is a major breakthrough for physiotherapy in England, says the CSP.
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Queen honours work of five physiotherapists
Five CSP members received recognition in the Queen’s 2019 New Year’s Honours list, for services to physiotherapy, physiotherapy research, long-term conditions and voluntary service to sports.
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Strong endorsement for physiotherapy in NHS plan for England
Physiotherapy features throughout the new NHS long-term plan for England published today.