Primary Care Spotlight

In this weeks episode of primary care spotlight we speak to Ruth Fromow Infant Feeding Lead & Specialist Infant feeding Health Visitor. In this breastfeeding podcast we uncover Cornwall's Health Visiting Infant Feeding team's vital role in in supporting breast feeding families. Learn how families access support, who benefits most, and how collaboration with GPs can improve outcomes, please see the link below for more information.

Referrals from GP’s for breastfeeding support can be sent via email to [email protected]. more information can be found on the following website [email protected] where parents can arrange a chat with one of our Infant feeding workers to discuss their feeding choices or difficulties.
HCP’s and Parents can find more information at Infant Feeding and Breastfeeding - Cornwall Council and may also wish to join our supportive Facebook community  Breastfeeding Peer Support in Cornwall | Facebook. All pregnant parents are also welcome to attend the first breastfeeding peer support group of each month, where we have an antenatal focus.

We hope you enjoy this episode, more information can be found on our website at the following address https://www.kernowhealthcic.org.uk/cornwall-training-hub/ and you can also contact us by sending us an email to [email protected] 

The very first southwest primary care coming together as a team conference was held in Exeter March 14th 2024,  In this special conference episode of primary care spotlight, we explore how healthcare professionals from various disciplines come together to enhance patient care, improve outcomes, and foster a supportive work environment.

Tune in as we hear from frontline healthcare providers and experts who share their experiences, challenges, and successes in building a cohesive team. Discover how effective communication, mutual respect, and shared goals are driving innovation and efficiency in Southwest Primary Care.

We hope you enjoy this episode, more information can be found on our website at the following address https://www.kernowhealthcic.org.uk/cornwall-training-hub/ and you can also contact us by sending us an email to [email protected] 

In the wake of recent measles outbreaks across the UK, join Primary care spotlight for this crucial episode shedding light on this pressing public health issue. With cases on the rise, it's imperative to understand the factors contributing to the resurgence of this preventable disease.

In this episode, we dive into causes behind the measles outbreaks, exploring vaccination rates, infection prevention control issues and how we in primary care can have an impact in reducing cases. 

We hear from with Emma McMaster advanced practitioner in public health and Alex Cundy Infection prevention clinical nurses specialist  about epidemiology, infectious diseases, and public health policy as they provide insights into the challenges faced and strategies needed to combat the spread of measles.

Whatever your role, this episode offers invaluable information on the current state of measles in the UK and the urgent actions required to protect communities and prevent further outbreaks.

• UKHSA - Information on measles for Healthcare professionals
• UKHSA National measles guidelines - How to manage cases of suspected measles: what patient details to take, who to notify and assessing risk of disease spreading in close contacts.
•  Measles: information and poster for health professionals - Information on measles for health professionals and poster for healthcare settings
• ICBs - Infection prevention and control website pages where you can find a specific measles page with useful resources and information. 
• Infection prevention and control team email address - [email protected] 

We hope you enjoy this episode, more information can be found on our website at the following address https://www.kernowhealthcic.org.uk/cornwall-training-hub/ and you can also contact us by sending us an email to [email protected] 

In this episode Emma chats to Alison Quinn, a First Contact MSK Practitioner who has been working within a fellowship role with the Cornwall Training Hub to support Physiotherapists, Paramedics, Occupational therapists, Podiatrists and Dieticians transition to work within ‘First Contact Practitioner’ roles within primary care in Cornwall.  This follows the implementation of the ‘Roadmaps to Practice’ by NHS England in 2021, ensuring that the clinicians are supported to complete these pathways, including supporting the supervisors of the roadmaps who are a vital resource to ensure robust accreditation and sign off.  We discuss the successes and challenges for Cornwall and Alison continues to work to support this aspect of the workforce – so please get in touch if you have any further questions.

 Links: 

Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme – Kernow Health | Keeping General Practice at the heart of patient care - Kernow Health | Keeping General Practice at the heart of patient care (kernowhealthcic.org.uk)

 Primary Care Workforce Archive | Primary Care Academy (swpca.org.uk)

We hope you enjoy this episode, more information can be found on our website at the following address https://www.kernowhealthcic.org.uk/cornwall-training-hub/ and you can also contact Alison Quinn by sending us an email to  [email protected]   

In this episode of primary care spotlight, we are talking about mouthcare with a focus on dementia. For the episode I talk too Ingrid Bowden a Dental therapist and who also works for NHS England for mouthcare matters a project set up to embed mouthcare in hospitals and the wider community. 

There is some useful links in the description of the podcast and Ingrids email address and as always do contact us if you have any questions

Mouth Care Matters resources

Mouth care and dementia from Dementia UK

Oral Health Toolkit

For more information on Mouthcare matters, training or anything discussed in this episode please email [email protected] 

We hope you enjoy this episode, more information can be found on our website at the following address https://www.kernowhealthcic.org.uk/cornwall-training-hub/ and you can also contact us by sending us an email to [email protected] 

In this episode of Primary Care Spotlight we are talking about the new Skills Bootcamp for Clinical Pathways for Primary and Social Care.  This is new and exciting initiative from Cornwall Primary Care Training Hub and the Future Skills Institute at Truro and Penwith College. Who have collaborated to provide a new short training course in essential clinical skills competencies for Health Care Support Workers working in primary and social care settings. 

This will be a mixed cohort of primary care and social care who will work together on the sessions applicable to both groups and then will separate into their area of spciality for training specific to their area. This is an excellent opportunity for career development of primary and social care HCSWs and is particularly suitable for those no with no experience of healthcare or those HCSWs new to primary and social care

In this episode I speak to Amanda Thompson curriculum developer and lecturer at Truro and Penwith College and I will also be talking to someone who has attended the bootcamp course for primary care so we can hear a little on their experience.

For more information about the bootcamp please  conatct Amanda Thompson
E: [email protected] T: 01872 305 621 | 

Please register interest for the bootcamp through Eventbrite

We hope you enjoy this episode, more information can be found on our website at the following address https://www.kernowhealthcic.org.uk/cornwall-training-hub/ and you can also contact us by sending us an email to [email protected].

We recently held our annual countywide recruitment which was for anyone thinking of working in Primary Care. If you weren't able to come and meet our teams and find out more about working in General Practice in Cornwall and the range of support and opportunities available to you don't worry 'Primary care spotlight'  was there getting some insights on the day

We were joined on the day by representatives from Practices across Cornwall, including GPs and Practice Managers. We also hosted several half hour workshops on the day, offering you a chance to find out more about the range of development opportunities and support available. These included:

• Qualifying and working as an International Medical Graduate in Cornwall

• New to Practice Fellowship scheme for GPs and Nurses

• Pathways and Career Opportunities for Nurses

• Business Support Roles in General Practice

Additionally, we were joined by stand holders on the day from RCGP, BMA, Plymouth University, and Cornwall Training Hub. 

Please contact [email protected] for further information.

In aid of Dementia Week 2023 Primary care spotlight  has created a mini series of podcast episodes which focus on Dementia. 

In this episode we speak to Ben Gregg-Waller a safe guarding facilitator working for the integrated health safeguarding team for the healthcare trusts in Cornwall (CFT/RCHT). 

Covered in this episode is decision making/capacity and how that effects safeguarding in relation to dementia. Please see below for some useful resources/links to things discussed during the episode. 

 The Advocacy People.

About us | The Advocacy People  0330 440 9000

The Advocacy People provide access to IMCA (Independent Mental Capacity Advocate) services for Cornwall. They are also commissioned to provide IMHA (Independent Mental Health Advocate) and ICAA (Independent Care Act Advocate) services. Adult social cares Safeguarding Triage Team.

Safeguarding adults - Cornwall Council

The Safeguarding Triage Team in the council review all safeguarding concerns referred in by the public and professionals in all settings (police, social care, care homes, home care providers, hospital). They are the team that make the safeguarding threshold decision based on the guidance for section 42 of The Care Act 2014. They will also be the team that contact us as professionals requesting our support, input with care management or requesting action under the duty to cause enquiry as part of section 42 of The Care Act 2014 for patients that we have contact with.

 We hope you enjoy this episode please see the links below for more information about audit and IPC network. More information can be found on our website at the following address https://www.kernowhealthcic.org.uk/cornwall-training-hub/ and you can also contact us by sending us an email to [email protected]

In aid of Dementia Week 2023 Primary care spotlight  has created a mini series of podcast episodes which focus on Dementia.

In this episode we speak to Dr Vicky Brown an Old Age Psychiatrist about the fascinating topic of dementia prevention.

We hope you enjoy this episode, more information can be found via the links below and you can also contact us by sending us an email to [email protected]

In aid of Dementia Week 2023 Primary care spotlight  has created a mini series of podcast episodes which focus on Dementia.

In this episode we speak to Paul Cadger and Dr Allison Hibbert, kicking off this mini series with an overview of dementia including why it should be everyone's business, how dementia can be prevented, how it is diagnosed, treated and what support is available.

We hope you enjoy this episode, more information can be found on our website at the following address https://www.kernowhealthcic.org.uk/cornwall-training-hub/ and you can also contact us by sending us an email to [email protected]