Recently I have had two experiences that reminded me why we should be grateful for the NHS. One was moving. The other was painful and slightly scary.
by Russell Cartwright
Read moreweight management – how can comms combat misinformation?
Obesity is a pressing issue in the UK, and weight management medications are seen as a crucial step to reducing its impact on individuals and wider society. However, sensationalised media coverage often distorts the public’s understanding of health solutions, including weight management jabs, leading to an decreased uptake of potentially beneficial health interventions.
This blog post explores how we as communications professionals can ensure we’re providing accurate, reliable communications amid the spread of misinformation.
by Michael Mbabunu
Read morethe battle for trust: a public sector cup final
It’s March 16th and the clock at Wembley stands at 94 minutes. Newcastle United haven’t won a domestic trophy for more than 70 years and have just conceded a late goal in the latest in a long and forlorn series of doomed attempts.
by Ross Wigham
Read morespin off - don't call us spin doctors
A political party in Scotland recently announced that if they won power they would merge health boards to save money. Of course, it’s the job of politicians to look for ways to make the public pound go further. There’s plenty to debate about what the optimum size for health boards might be, but that’s not what this blog is about. I was moved to put finger to keyboard by the use of one phrase: ‘spin doctors’.
by an anonymous comms pro
Read more8 lessons from a successful comms campaign: mycareview in cheshire east
Once in a while, a comms initiative comes along that just hits all the right notes.
by Ben Capper
Read morewhy communications is an essential service
As communicators, we’ve always known that communications is an essential service to the effective running of an organisation. But not everyone else has always shared that view. Maybe the times they are a changing…
by Amanda Nash
Read morethe nhs, kindness and krispy kreme: reflections of a comms professional turned patient
This is the tale of being fallen and fixed in 48 hrs. It’s the story of a service I care deeply about and am now experiencing first hand. It’s a note of thanks to the NHS team for their care in overwhelming circumstances. And a reflection on how we need to start nurturing better a service that is so dear.
by Claire Burroughs
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