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🧬 As #FHPWeek26 draws to a close, we hear from Thomas Delaney on substance use, trauma, stigma and recovery.

A reminder to look beyond labels, understand vulnerability and put dignity and compassion at the heart of care.

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November 6, 2026 at 11:03 AM
🧬 #FHPWeek26 continues with Mike Linnell, Public Health & Drug Information Specialist.

Understanding the changing drug landscape and harm reduction is vital to supporting vulnerable people in forensic healthcare.

Hear Mike’s message to FHPs.

#UKAFNP #SubstanceMisuse
November 4, 2026 at 11:03 AM
🧬 Substance use rarely exists in isolation.

Trauma, homelessness, mental ill-health, neurodivergence, exploitation, poverty and adverse life experiences can all sit alongside drug or alcohol use.

Forensic HCPs should look beyond the presenting substance use and see the whole person.

#UKAFNP
November 3, 2026 at 10:02 AM
🧬 #FHPWeek26 | Substance Misuse & Vulnerability

We begin the week with Paul Hannaford, sharing a powerful lived-experience perspective on addiction, vulnerability and recovery.

Listen to Paul’s message for Forensic Healthcare Practitioners.

#UKAFNP #ForensicHealthcare
November 2, 2026 at 11:01 AM
💙 Men can experience domestic abuse and sexual violence too.

Stigma, shame and fear of not being believed can make disclosure difficult.

Forensic HCPs can help by creating a safe space, listening without judgement and taking every disclosure seriously.

#UKAFNP #DomesticAbuse #SexualViolence
November 1, 2026 at 10:01 AM
💜 Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Whether working in police custody, a SARC or another forensic setting, every contact is an opportunity to:

👂 Listen
🔎 Recognise risk
📝 Document clearly
🛡️ Safeguard
🤝 Refer for support

A compassionate response can make a difference.

#UKAFNP #DomesticAbuse
October 31, 2026 at 10:01 AM
💜 For someone experiencing domestic abuse, seeking help can take enormous courage

Trauma-informed care means offering choice, dignity, privacy and control, explaining what will happen next and avoiding unnecessary repetition of their story.

How we respond to disclosure matters.

#UKAFNP
October 24, 2026 at 3:03 PM
💜 Anyone can experience domestic abuse

Women are disproportionately affected, but men, LGBTQ+ people, older adults and people with disabilities can also experience abuse and may face additional barriers to seeking help.

Avoid assumptions. Ask. Listen. Support.

#DomesticAbuse #UKAFNP
October 19, 2026 at 10:02 AM
🏆 This #AHPsDay, is there a paramedic or AHP making an outstanding contribution to forensic healthcare?
Help us recognise individuals and teams making a difference by nominating them for the Julie Tekin Award.

👉 www.ukafnp.org/julie-tekin-...

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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…
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October 14, 2026 at 12:04 PM
💙 Today is #AHPsDay!

UKAFNP celebrates our Allied Health Professional colleagues – including the growing number of paramedics bringing their skills & expertise to forensic healthcare, police custody & SARCs.

Thank you for all you do. 🧬

#UKAFNP #ForensicHealthcare #Paramedics
October 14, 2026 at 9:02 AM
⚠️ Domestic abuse can escalate

Previous strangulation, stalking, threats to kill, escalating violence, access to weapons & separation can all be important indicators of increased risk.

Forensic HCPs have an important role in recognition, documentation, safeguarding & escalation.
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October 12, 2026 at 9:02 AM
💚 Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay

In forensic healthcare, we often meet people experiencing crisis, distress & significant vulnerability.

Every interaction is an opportunity to listen without judgement, recognise risk & provide compassionate, person-centred care.

#UKAFNP #MentalHealth
October 10, 2026 at 9:01 AM
🏆 This #WorldMentalHealthDay, who is making a difference?

Do you know an individual or team improving mental healthcare in police custody or SARCs?

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

👉 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
October 10, 2026 at 1:02 PM
💜 Domestic abuse is about more than physical injury.
Coercive control can include isolation, intimidation, monitoring, financial control, threats and restricting someone’s independence.

Listen to the whole story – not just what can be seen on examination.

#DomesticAbuse #UKAFNP #Safeguarding
October 8, 2026 at 3:03 PM
🥜💊🐝 ANAPHYLAXIS: KNOW THE TRIGGERS

Common triggers include:
🥜 Foods
💊 Medicines
🐝 Bee & wasp stings
🧤 Latex
Sometimes no trigger is identified.
In forensics, always ask about allergies during assessment – and document them clearly.
#AnaphylaxisAwarenessWeek #UKAFNP
October 7, 2026 at 9:01 AM
📊 ANAPHYLAXIS: AWARENESS MATTERS

Around 1 in 3 people in the UK live with an allergic condition.

Hospital admissions for allergy and anaphylaxis in England have more than doubled over the past 20 years.

Recognition + prompt treatment saves lives.

#AnaphylaxisAwarenessWeek #UKAFNP
October 6, 2026 at 9:01 AM
📚 ANAPHYLAXIS: KNOW THE GUIDANCE

Would you know what to do if a patient suddenly deteriorated?

Anaphylaxis requires rapid recognition, IM adrenaline, ABCDE assessment, early help & repeated reassessment.

Refresh your knowledge with @ResusCouncilUK guidance.

#AnaphylaxisAwarenessWeek #UKAFNP
October 5, 2026 at 9:01 AM
📞 ANAPHYLAXIS: GET HELP EARLY

In police custody or a SARC, don't manage a suspected anaphylactic reaction in isolation.

🚑 Call 999
💉 Give IM adrenaline
🫁 ABCDE + oxygen/monitoring as available
🔄 Reassess continuously

Early escalation matters.

#AnaphylaxisAwarenessWeek #UKAFNP
October 4, 2026 at 9:00 AM
💉 ANAPHYLAXIS: ADRENALINE SAVES LIVES

For adults:
➡️ Adrenaline 1 mg/mL (1:1000)
➡️ 500 micrograms (0.5 mL) IM
➡️ Anterolateral thigh
➡️ Repeat after 5 minutes if no improvement

Know where your emergency drugs are.

#AnaphylaxisAwarenessWeek #UKAFNP
October 3, 2026 at 9:01 AM
🚨 ANAPHYLAXIS: THINK ABCDE

Anaphylaxis is a clinical emergency.

Assess using:
🅰️ Airway
🅱️ Breathing
🅲 Circulation
🅳 Disability
🅴 Exposure

Treat life-threatening problems as you find them and continually reassess.
#AnaphylaxisAwarenessWeek #UKAFNP
October 2, 2026 at 9:01 AM
💜 Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Domestic abuse is not always visible. It can be physical, sexual, emotional, psychological, financial or controlling.

Forensic HCPs may be among the first professionals someone discloses to.

Recognise. Listen. Believe. Safeguard.
#UKAFNP #DomesticAbuse
October 1, 2026 at 11:30 AM
💜 Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Domestic abuse is not always visible. It can be physical, sexual, emotional, psychological, financial or controlling.

Forensic HCPs may be among the first professionals someone discloses to.

Recognise. Listen. Believe. Safeguard.
#UKAFNP #DomesticAbuse
October 1, 2026 at 11:30 AM
🚨 ANAPHYLAXIS: KNOW THE SIGNS

Think ABC:
🅰️ Airway – throat/tongue swelling, hoarse voice, stridor
🅱️ Breathing – wheeze, difficulty breathing, persistent cough
🅲 Circulation – dizziness, confusion, collapse
Recognise it. Act quickly.
#AnaphylaxisAwarenessWeek #UKAFNP
October 1, 2026 at 9:01 AM
💷 September payday! Why not invest a little in your professional development?

Join UKAFNP for £30 a year and access CPD, webinars, professional resources, The Helix and a growing forensic healthcare community.

🧬 Join today: www.ukafnp.org/join-us

#UKAFNP #ForensicHealthcare
September 25, 2026 at 12:03 PM
🍂 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.

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#UKAFNP #ForensicHealthcare
September 23, 2026 at 3:03 PM