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UK Association of Forensic Nurses and Paramedics (UKAFNP)
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UK Association of Forensic Nurses & Paramedics is the UK's leading association of forensic HCPs (nurses, paramedics & midwives), raising awareness & standards in police custody & sexual offence examinations #SARC #PoliceCustody

www.ukafnp.org
🍂 Autumn is on its way… time for an extra layer!

Stay warm and represent your professional community with a UKAFNP hoodie. 🧬

Perfect for the cooler days ahead – and available from the UKAFNP Store.

👕 Shop now: www.ukafnp.org/store

#UKAFNP #ForensicHealthcare
September 23, 2026 at 3:03 PM
Forensic Friday Fact 🧬

A mixed DNA sample contains DNA from two or more people. Forensic scientists analyse these complex profiles to assess who may have contributed and evaluate the strength of the findings.

#ForensicFact #DNA #ForensicScience
September 18, 2026 at 11:02 AM
🏆 Who is making forensic healthcare safer?

Do you know an individual or team improving patient safety in custody or SARCs?

Recognise their contribution by nominating them for the Julie Tekin Award for Outstanding Contribution in Forensic Healthcare.

www.ukafnp.org/julie-tekin-...
UKAFNP | The Julie Tekin Award
Recognizing outstanding contribution in forensic healthcare | The Julie Tekin Award is open for nominations. Nominate a healthcare professional or team making a difference in sexual assault referral…
www.ukafnp.org
September 17, 2026 at 11:30 AM
🧬 Today is #WorldPatientSafetyDay

In forensic healthcare, safe care means recognising risk, listening to patients & ensuring continuity of care, including for people living with long-term conditions such as diabetes & heart disease.

Every contact counts

#UKAFNP #PatientSafety
September 17, 2026 at 9:01 AM
🧬 September is well underway; is it time to invest in your professional network?

Join UKAFNP & connect with colleagues across forensic healthcare. Access CPD, webinars, professional resources, The Helix & more.

Become a member today👇
www.ukafnp.org/join-us

#UKAFNP #Forensic
September 13, 2026 at 5:01 PM
Forensic Friday Fact 🧬

Secondary DNA transfer occurs when DNA reaches a surface via another person or object, without direct contact with its source. Finding someone’s DNA does not always mean they touched an item.

#ForensicFact #DNA #ForensicScience
September 11, 2026 at 11:02 AM
💜 Who is making a difference in suicide prevention?

Do you know an individual or team working to reduce suicide and improve safety in police custody or SARCs?

Recognise their contribution with a nomination for the Julie Tekin Award.

🏆 www.ukafnp.org/julie-tekin-...

#UKAFNP
UKAFNP | The Julie Tekin Award
Recognizing outstanding contribution in forensic healthcare | The Julie Tekin Award is open for nominations. Nominate a healthcare professional or team making a difference in sexual assault referral…
www.ukafnp.org
September 10, 2026 at 11:30 AM
💚 Today is #WorldSuicidePreventionDay

In forensic healthcare, we meet people at some of their most vulnerable moments.

Ask. Listen. Take concerns seriously. Show you care.

Suicidal thoughts can be interrupted. Your actions could save a life.

Samaritans 116 123

#UKAFNP
September 10, 2026 at 9:02 AM
Forensic Friday Fact 🧬

DNA profiling examines specific areas of DNA that vary between people, creating a profile that can be compared with samples from individuals or crime scenes.

#ForensicFact #DNA #ForensicScience #Forensics
September 4, 2026 at 11:00 AM
🚨 There’s still time to join us at #UKAFNPConf26!

🧬 Substance Misuse & Vulnerability
📅 11 September 2026
📍 Nottingham

The countdown is nearly over – don’t miss out!

🎟️ Get your ticket today:

www.ukafnp.org/conference

#UKAFNP #ForensicHealthcare #CPD
UKAFNP | Conference
Join us at 'Seeing the Unseen' | Gain insights into domestic abuse, violence, and coercive control. Network with healthcare professionals and learn best practices for responding to and documenting…
www.ukafnp.org
September 4, 2026 at 7:38 AM
💜 #IOAD2026 reminds us why conversations about substance use, harm reduction & vulnerability matter.

**#UKAFNPConf26: Substance Misuse & Vulnerability**
📅 11 Sept | Nottingham

🚨 This is the **LAST WEEK to get your ticket!**

🎟️ www.ukafnp.org/conference
UKAFNP | Conference
Join us at 'Seeing the Unseen' | Gain insights into domestic abuse, violence, and coercive control. Network with healthcare professionals and learn best practices for responding to and documenting cas...
www.ukafnp.org
August 31, 2026 at 10:22 AM
💜 Today is **International Overdose Awareness Day**.

We remember those who have died, acknowledge the grief of those left behind and challenge the stigma surrounding drug-related deaths.

Forensic HCPs can make a difference through compassionate care, harm reduction & naloxone.

#IOAD2026 #UKAFNP
August 31, 2026 at 10:20 AM
Every impaired driver removed from the road has the potential to prevent serious injury or save a life.

Thank you to police officers, custody staff and forensic healthcare professionals working together to improve road safety.

#NationalRoadVictimsMonth #RoadSafety #UKAFNP
August 29, 2026 at 3:01 PM
Forensic Friday Fact 🧬

A partial fingerprint can still have evidential value. Even when only part of a print is recovered, sufficient unique ridge details may allow experts to compare it with a known fingerprint.

#ForensicFact #Fingerprints #ForensicScience
August 28, 2026 at 11:03 AM
⚠️ Only 2 weeks to go!

There's still time to join us at #UKAFNPConf26

🧬 Substance Misuse & Vulnerability
📅 11 September 2026
📍 Nottingham
💻 In-person & Virtual

Don't leave it too late—secure your place today!
🎟️ www.ukafnp.org/conference

#UKAFNP #ForensicHealthcare #CPD #PoliceCustody #SARC
August 28, 2026 at 9:01 AM
💷 It's payday! Invest in yourself.

Join the UK Association of Forensic Nurses and Paramedics and become part of a growing professional community.

CPD • Webinars • Resources • Networking

👉 www.ukafnp.org/join-us

#UKAFNP #ForensicHealthcare
August 27, 2026 at 12:02 PM
💷 It's payday! Invest in your CPD.

Join us at #UKAFNPConf26

📅 11 September 2026
📍 Nottingham
💻 In-person & Virtual
🧬 Substance Misuse & Vulnerability

Book your place today and join colleagues from across the UK.

🔗 www.ukafnp.org/conference

#UKAFNP #ForensicHealthcare
August 27, 2026 at 12:02 PM
Custody Healthcare Professionals balance 2 important responsibilities:
🩺 Delivering safe clinical care
⚖️ Supporting the criminal justice process

Professional, impartial practice helps protect both patients and the public.

#NationalRoadVictimsMonth #UKAFNP #ForensicHealthcare
August 25, 2026 at 12:02 PM
🧬 Expand your knowledge. Share your experience. Build your network.

Join us at #UKAFNPConf26

📅 11 September 2026 📍 Nottingham 💻 In-person & Virtual
Substance Misuse & Vulnerability
Book your place today: 🔗 www.ukafnp.org/conference

#UKAFNP #ForensicHealthcare #CPD
August 23, 2026 at 5:01 PM
Forensic Friday Fact 🧬

AFIS (Automated Fingerprint Identification System) compares fingerprints against large databases to identify matches. Any match is then verified by trained fingerprint experts before it can be relied upon.

#ForensicFact #Fingerprints #ForensicScience
August 21, 2026 at 11:02 AM
🚨 Just 3 weeks to go!

The countdown is on for #UKAFNPConf26.

Join forensic healthcare professionals from across the UK for a day of expert speakers, practical learning and networking.

🎟️ Get your ticket before it's too late!
🔗 www.ukafnp.org/conference

#UKAFNP #ForensicHealthcare #CPD
August 21, 2026 at 9:01 AM
When breath or saliva testing cannot be completed, or legislation requires it, trained custody HCPs may obtain evidential blood samples.

Accuracy, professionalism and maintaining evidential integrity are essential.

#NationalRoadVictimsMonth #ForensicHealthcare #UKAFNP
August 19, 2026 at 9:01 AM
🧬 Be part of the future of forensic healthcare.

Join the UK Association of Forensic Nurses and Paramedics for CPD, webinars, networking, professional resources and The Helix newsletter.

👉 www.ukafnp.org/join-us

#UKAFNP #ForensicHealthcare
August 16, 2026 at 5:01 PM
Forensic Friday Fact 🧬

Patent fingerprints are visible to the naked eye, often left in blood, ink or dirt. Latent fingerprints are invisible and require specialist techniques, such as fingerprint powder or chemicals, to reveal them.

#ForensicFact #Fingerprints #Forensics
August 14, 2026 at 11:01 AM
⏳ Only 4 weeks to go!

Time is flying! Have you secured your place at #UKAFNPConf26?

📅 11 September 2026
📍 Nottingham
💻 In-person & Virtual

🎟️ Don't miss out – book your ticket today:
🔗 www.ukafnp.org/conference

#UKAFNP #ForensicHealthcare #CPD
August 14, 2026 at 9:01 AM