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  • #TUC2019: CSP calls for urgent NHS funding boost

    The CSP has urged unions to step up campaigning for an urgent funding boost to the NHS and social care services.

    News — 9 September 2019 - 4:19pm
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  • CSP backs campaign to help people with long term conditions love activity

    The CSP has welcomed a new national campaign that is encouraging people with long-term conditions to be more active.

    News — 5 September 2019 - 11:11am
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  • Standards of proficiency for independent physiotherapy prescribers are updated

    Standards of proficiency for physiotherapy independent prescribers have been updated by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

    News — 30 August 2019 - 2:38pm
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    Practice guidance for physiotherapist supplementary and/or independent prescribers
  • East Kent trust rolls-out ‘I can’ scheme to help mobilise and empower patients

    A physiotherapist has introduced a simple but effective scheme to help patients get up, get moving and regain their independence.

    News — 15 August 2019 - 11:22am
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  • Opportunity for physiotherapists to volunteer with St John Ambulance

    St John Ambulance in England will open up specific volunteering posts to physiotherapists who can assess, diagnose and treat minor injuries.

    News — 12 August 2019 - 4:12pm
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  • ‘Don’t forget the fundamentals’, CSP advises, as £250 million pledged for AI healthcare

    The CSP has welcomed a government announcement that £250 million will be provided to the NHS, to develop pioneering new treatments, artificial intelligence and health research.

    News — 12 August 2019 - 10:43am
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  • NHS offers fast track package for innovations

    Have you developed an innovation that is already helping patients, reducing costs and improving care – but could make a bigger impact on a national scale?

    News — 8 August 2019 - 1:13pm
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  • New CSP briefing shows physiotherapy and a community approach reduce falls

    Physiotherapy should be provided, with other interventions such as community exercise groups, to all older people who have fallen or are at risk of falls.

    News — 6 August 2019 - 11:16am
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  • Take part in World Physical Therapy Day 2019



    This year’s World Physical Therapy Day focuses on chronic pain and the role of physiotherapy and physical activity in helping people to manage their pain.

    News — 5 August 2019 - 4:07pm
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  • Give your feedback to consultation on preventing ill health

    The government wants to hear your views about its plans to help people live healthier, happier and longer lives.

    News — 31 July 2019 - 5:33pm
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