The Royal College of Pathologists promotes excellence in the practice of pathology. Members work across 17 specialties in healthcare, universities & industry.
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We're excited to announce the release of a collaborative video project celebrating and showcasing the fantastic work that pathology professionals do. Thank you and well done to everyone involved. #PathologyROAR #IValueLabStaff #rcpath60
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Share our animation to explain what you do! One of the most common questions our members get asked is 'what is a #pathologist?' Our new 1 minute animation is a quick and fun way to tell people this #PathologyWeek. rcpath.org/discover-patholog… #Pathology
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Great to read a first-hand account in the @guardian about life as a pathologist.
Pathologists like me save lives daily. Yet so few people know what we do #pathologycareers
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We're excited to share our new #VirusesAndVaccines resources! Combining art and science, these free activity resources have been developed by @DrLizzieBurns & @sai_path, in collaboration with some of our amazing members. Thanks to all! ow.ly/A9zq50DQLSu @ScienceWeekUK
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We're celebrating #BiomedicalScienceDay to thank all of those @IBMScience members who work in pathology teams in the UK and beyond. #AtTheHeartOfHealthcare
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The College welcomes the announcement that Dr Alan Fletcher has been appointed the National Medical Examiner for the NHS. Find out more about the announcement and read the latest on the #medicalexaminers system: rcpath.org/discover-patholog…
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Congratulations to the winner of this year's Furness Prize for Science Communication, Dr Matthew Clarke (@PathologyHouse)! 👏Find out more about this year's competition at ow.ly/bjZb50CErzr. #ScienceCommunication
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"There’s so much diversity to histopathology – you see slides, cut specimens, perform autopsies, teach undergraduates and biomedical science staff… there’s scope for research. The list is endless.” Read more about one of our #PathologyCareers rcpath.org/discover-patholog…
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Happy National #PathologyWeek 2019! Join in with our annual celebration of the vital work of #pathology teams - share your event photos & videos and take part in our #LabTopTips Twitter competition - you could win a restaurant voucher for your team! ow.ly/kxlm50x11um
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Accurate diagnosis leads to successful treatment. Let's celebrate pathology this #NHS70. Share this video if you agree.
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Today is #WorldBloodCancerDay. Haematologists investigate conditions that are associated with blood and bone marrow problems, including #leukaemia. Find out more about what it means to be a haematologist in this short video: ow.ly/1bWk50ur6Fp #pathology
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We welcome govt's £5.9bn to tackle the #NHS backlog but it's vital that pathology services get a portion. Without it, it won't be possible to clear the backlog no matter how much is invested in other types of diagnostic centres. ow.ly/p9Em50Gxtnl rcpath.org/discover-patholog…
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The College stands in solidarity with #healthworkers in #Ukraine and especially our partner Shupyk National Healthcare University of Ukraine who we work closely with.
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Dr Emma Drasar is a Consultant Haematologist. She specialises in red blood cell disorders and researches into thalassaemia. Find out more about her fascinating career in #haematology in our new YouTube video for #PathologyWeek: piped.video/5Ao-j5DaAFk #PathologyCareers @UKThal
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Tomorrow is the start of National Pathology Week! Keep an eye on our social media channels to see and share our new careers videos as well as our new 'what is a pathologist' animation. Out tomorrow. @CarseWaterman #PathologyWeek #Pathology
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We are deeply saddened to hear the news of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. We extend our heart-felt condolences to all members of the Royal Family. We were honoured Her Majesty was our Patron from 1970. rcpath.org/discover-patholog…
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We're marking #BiomedicalScienceDay2024 by sharing photos of biomedical scientists working in pathology labs around the UK. They play a central role in diagnosis, analysing over 1 billion samples a year. #AtTheHeartOfHealthcare @IBMScience
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Happy #BiomedicalScienceDay2022 to our biomedical scientist and hospital laboratory staff colleagues who play a vital role in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. #Pathology #AtTheHeartOfHealthcare
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Rosalind Franklin (1920-1958) earned fame as a physical chemist and X-ray crystallographer, with studies in DNA, RNA, viruses, coal and graphite. Her X-ray diffraction studies would later lead to the double helix theory on DNA. #InternationalWomensDay #pathology
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It's our #RCPath60th anniversary today! Its our chance to celebrate our fantastic members and everything they do for patients around the world, preventing, diagnosing and treating illness. Watch College President @mike4path give his special video message: ow.ly/NSMf50JBJvm
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We are delighted to announce that the College membership has elected Dr Bernie Croal as President-elect. Bernie is an NHS Chemical Pathologist from Aberdeen and has served the College as a Trustee for a number of years. #Pathology. Find out more: ow.ly/XXv950OmpyO
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Next up in our video series… Ever wondered what happens to a #blood test in a hospital lab? Watch the full video to find out about the people behind the blood test results: bit.ly/JourneyofaBloodSample #DiscoverPathology @SWLPathology
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We've published an algorithm for symptomatic staff, symptomatic household testing and further actions on our #COVID19 resources hub: rcpath.org/coronavirus
It's accompanied by an excellent infographic from @TeamNUH of @nottmhospitals – see what staff need to do after testing.
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Thank you @RhonddaBryant for highlighting the shortage of #pathologists to diagnose and treat #Cancer.
We have a massive shortage of pathologists, radiologists, oncologists and dermatologists to catch and treat cancer in the UK. We need action now from the Government to make sure we save lifes
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The College and @HEE_TEL have joined forces to develop #PathologyPortal - a unique, innovative learning and training resource.
Free to use, the portal ensures that every trainee gets equal access to online, image-based training. Expand this thread to find out more 🔍
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The College is delighted that @NHS_HealthEdEng has announced funding for training for extended and advanced roles in #histopathology - welcome recognition of the value of the College’s qualifications as a means for developing the scientist workforce.
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We have taken the hard decision to defer all spring exams as the UK moves to the ‘delay’ phase to manage the #COVID-19 outbreak.
We will reschedule for later in the year and stay in touch with candidates and examiners regarding dates and arrangements.
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Congratulations to the winner of the over 18s category for the Art of Pathology Competition. Ms Lola Osonuga: Eye of the Doctor's Doctor
"I focused on the eye because pathologists are skilled in recognising visual patterns."
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We've pulled together a hub of guidance and advice on #COVID19 for those working in pathology.
It includes links to the latest #coronavirus information from @PHE_uk and @DHSCgovuk.
We'll be updating it regularly – keep checking back at: rcpath.org/coronavirus
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"This year for the first time, the majority of presidents of the medical Royal Colleges are women", President of @RCPLondon #womeninmedicine
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Welcome to National Pathology Week 2021! Watch this short message from RCPath President, @mike4path to find out how you can get involved: piped.video/HLVrSJDZ6-8
For more details, visit rcpath.org/pathologyweek
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'Without investment in pathology, it will not be possible to tackle the diagnostic backlog...' read the College response to the NHS Recovery Plan. #Pathology is also key to disease prevention, infection control and good antibiotic stewardship @mike4path👇
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Biomedical professionals play a vital role #AtTheHeartofHeathcare - especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Watch our Journey of a Biopsy video to find out how the team @SWLPathology contribute to making a diagnosis: ow.ly/jQsx50A3TEw #BiomedicalScienceDay2020
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A warm welcome to National #PathologyWeek 2019 from President @JoMartin_path. We're looking forward to hearing how you're celebrating this week! #pathology
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Leeds Teaching Hospitals Pathology Lab have reached the milestone of digitally scanning 100% of slides. What a great achievement @LeedsPathology #digitalpathology #cancerdiagnosis Find out more
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Did you know that pathologists have played a vital role in the efforts to tackle #COVID19? From diagnostic testing to the development of new treatments and vaccines, find out what it’s like to be a pathologist and how you could become one. #CareerPath ow.ly/GEQx50AyXfW
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As the UK moves past the peak of the #COVID19 pandemic, the College has launched a testing strategy which looks to the future for viral and antibody testing. ow.ly/CvzJ50A3MSI
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It's the #RCPath60th anniversary today and we are celebrating our fantastic members and all they do for patients around the world, preventing, diagnosing and treating illness. This is a picture of the first meeting of the elected Council which was held in 1963 #Pathology
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New recommendations from the College, @IBMScience, @ACP_Pathologist and @TheACBNews on prioritisation/deferral of pathology #laboratory work during the #COVID19 outbreak have been published by @NHSEngland.
Download them from our resources hub: rcpath.org/coronavirus
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Did you know that healthcare scientists in the NHS are involved in over 80% of all diagnoses in the NHS? Find out all about the healthcare scientists and other technicians that play a key role in pathology labs across the country: ow.ly/sLUo30o2OQS #HCSweek19
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We are delighted to announce that Dr Mike Osborn @mike4path
is the College's new President Elect. Already an active member at the College, he currently chairs both the Cellular Pathology SAC and Death Investigations Committee. You can find out more at rcpath.org/discover-patholog…
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It's officially National #Pathology Week! We've got lots happening this week up and down the country, as well as online, so stay tuned. Find out more about how you can get involved here: rcpath.org/discover-patholog…
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Congratulations to @PipNicolson, winner of this year's #ScienceCommunication prize! Find out more about Pip and his work with @HaemSTAR_UK and vaccine-induced immune thrombocytopenia and thrombosis patients: ow.ly/HL2S50Haa3E
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Just launched, free video based learning about the #COVID-19 pandemic. Book your place and join leading experts. First in the series - Sars-Cov-2, the virus and other coronaviruses. #Pathology.
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What happens to your blood sample when its sent to a hospital lab? And what is it like to work in the team who make the diagnosis? Find out in our 'Journey of a Blood Sample' video featuring the #ClinicalBiochemistry team @SWLPathology. #CareerPath: piped.video/watch?v=Skm4jHH0…
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Best of luck to the more than 450 candidates sitting their FRCPath Part 1 examination today.
The College hosts the Part 1 exam at its London building (pictured) and at 13 other centres around the UK and across the world. #Pathology #Careers
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Congratulations to the winners of our #ScienceCommunication Prize, kindly sponsored by Sonic Healthcare UK. Here's Victoria Heath who completed over 100 hours of science communication this year. Find out more about both of our winners at ow.ly/gsgc50L9aHR. @miceheath
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Congratulations to all our members who have been recognised in today's #QueensBirthdayHonours including our past president Professor Jo Martin @JoMartin_path, awarded a well deserved CBE. #Pathology.
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Get involved in #PathologyWeek 2021 − 1 to 7 November. Check out our website for ideas and for news about our event programme: ow.ly/NCkY50FU17J
If you're running an event in your local hospital, school or community, register it here: ow.ly/2Eb250FU17K
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Professor Sir James Underwood (President '02-05) gained fellowship in 1984; Dr Matthew Clarke @PathologyHouse is a ST3 Registrar. Both specialised in #histopathology but at very different times. What has changed? Watch the full conversation at: piped.video/XGDA4cyEr10
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Did you know that #ForensicPathology is one of the smallest specialties? Forensic pathologists assist coroners & police forces with investigations into homicides or suspicious deaths. Find out more about a career in this field: ow.ly/sNyn50B15Cd #CareerPath
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Congratulations from everyone @RCPath to our past president @ilovepathology on her well deserved CBE
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Pathology laboratory systems are still under tremendous stress from COVID-19. RCPath, with @IBMScience @ACP_Pathologist @TheACBNews has produced guidance on prioritisation of resources. This gives advice to path services on supporting clinical services ow.ly/l2OG50HklOe
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With the seemingly endless growth of superbugs and other antibiotic-resistant bacteria, the analytical and inquisitive minds of #MedicalMicrobiologists are vital in healthcare today.
Discover your #CareerPath to becoming a medical #microbiologist ⬇️
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Consultant clinical scientists like Joanne Morris play a key role in diagnosing & monitoring patients with a range of illnesses – from high cholesterol to rare genetic diseases. Find out more about a career in #ClinicalBiochemistry at ow.ly/4RTW50AHnXj. #MedicalMonday
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This #PathologyWeek, we’re focusing on getting members to set up their own events, and to do so we’ve got lots of ready-made event guides and resources coming your way. Watch @JoMartin_path and find out what is in the pipeline this year.
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This #DiabetesWeek we are shining the spotlight on #ClinicalBiochemists and how their work supports those with #diabetes. Find out what their work involves in our video featuring Consultant Clinical Biochemist, Joanne Morris. #SeeDiabetesDifferently: ow.ly/OtOC50zk9Gl
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Get up to date on what's happening for National Pathology Week 2020 this November! We've just announced more about our online events & our #HeartOfHealthcare theme on the #PathologyWeek page. Contact us on publicengagement@rcpath.org to get involved: ow.ly/FLAG50BuqP1
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We welcome the #NHSElectiveRecovery plan for the #COVID19 backlog. Pathologists are key to this, especially in #CancerDiagnosis. Without investment in pathology to ease workforce pressures and meet demand it will not be possible to tackle the backlog.
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We'd like to say a huge THANK YOU to everyone involved in National #PathologyWeek this year. It was incredible to see the events happening all over the country, to see your #SecretsOfTheLab entries, to premiere our animation and to share our new careers videos... Until next year!
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Each year about 2.5 million units of donated blood are transfused in the UK. New donors are always needed. Many of these transfusions are for patients of #haematologists. @redcellemma explains what blood groups are and why they matter. #WorldBloodDonorDay #SafeBloodSavesLives
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Consultant clinical scientists train to the same level as medically qualified pathologists. Combining years of scientific expertise with training in patient care, they oversee the diagnosis, lead services and guide other healthcare staff. rcpath.org/discover-patholog… #PathologyCareers
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Yesterday we were at St Georges Hospital filming for our upcoming videos. What happens to your blood sample after it's been taken?
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Congratulations to College fellow and consultant haematologist Professor Cheng-Hock Toh on being awarded a CBE by Her Majesty The Queen in recognition of his services to #haematology and medicine. #Pathology. ow.ly/tc7850I1fC4
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We've published guidance outlining the #biochemistry tests that have a role in the assessment and monitoring of patients with #COVID19, to assist clinicians less familiar with the tests to understand their role and limitations.
It's on our resources hub: rcpath.org/coronavirus
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Some answers from the panel about common myths about pathology that are just plain wrong:
- we don’t just cut up dead people
- it’s an incredibly collaborative profession
- we’re a friendly bunch, we’re welcoming, so come and say hi! #CareerPath #WeLovePathology
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Our first #FRCPath exams have started this week and the exams team are working hard to prepare for all our examinations. Good luck to all candidates! #trainees #pathology
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Good luck to all the candidates taking FRCPath Part 1 exams today. #pathology #Careers
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As #PathologyWeek 2021 draws to a close, we would like to thank all who have helped us celebrate #pathology with their inspiring events & posts. Watch this space for National Pathology Week 2022, which will run from 20 to 26 June, as part of our 60th Anniversary. #AllTogetherNow
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We welcome the @IBMScience Long Term Biomedical Scientist Workforce Plan launched today. @mike4path, ‘We continue to strongly support the appropriate expansion & development of biomedical scientist roles.’ See our full statement👇
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We've published a user-friendly guide to #COVID-19 tests for the public. People working in sectors such as social care, child care & teaching may also find it helpful. The guide covers the most widely used COVID-19 diagnostic tests, PCR & lateral flow. ow.ly/1Fh250DlEet
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'One of the great things about haematology is the long-term relationship we have with our patients.' Find out what working in #haematology is like and how to pursue a #CareerPath in this rewarding #pathology specialty. #MedicalMonday piped.video/P7SihYUzhqM
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Congratulations to the 250+ UK & international candidates who have passed their #pathology exams. We're looking forward to welcoming candidates to the College today and celebrating your well-deserved success at our New Fellows ceremony. 👏👏👏
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The College is pleased to jointly announce with @NSHCS that Biomedical Scientist colleagues in #haematology with eligible qualifications, can now apply to join the Higher Specialist Scientific Training Programme to train to become consultant scientists. ow.ly/RtoL50BoigG
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Celebrating our 2019 #RCPathExcellenceAward winners for excellence in pathology practice, education, training and research, to deliver the best patient care. #pathology ow.ly/1LdV50uDWeI
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Future pathologists and biomedical scientists in the making at #SecretsoftheLab science fair!
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Our female members embody excellence in pathology practice, addressing global health issues and improving the health outcomes of people and communities around the world.@JoMartin_path #InternationalWomensDay
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"Everyone should be a pathologist, it's such fun!" @JoMartin_path introduces Prof John Oxford's lecture while expressing her love for #pathology and #PathologyWeek.
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We are celebrating our fantastic volunteers this #VolunteersWeek. @Dr_HebahAli shares why she chooses to volunteer with us. Find out how you can get involved in our work: ow.ly/k2vA50F0UdO
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'It’s a very scientific subject. You get to be the Sherlock Holmes of #medicine. You are the person who is investigating everything.' Dr Kavitha Krishna Pai, trainee #histopathologist tells us what it’s like to work in the largest #pathology specialty . rcpath.org/discover-patholog…
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Happy National Pathology Week 2023! Here's a video message from our President, Professor @mike4path Have a great week! #PathologyWeek #PathologistsAndPatients Find out how you can take part: ow.ly/P89z50OQuCK
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Join us for a very special #ArtSci workshop with @DrLizzieBurns & @estheryoud on 7 Nov. You'll learn how to fold your own 'beating' origami heart & discover amazing things about how your heart works. Sign up for free for our virtual family-friendly event: ow.ly/4dtW50BL5El
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Dorothy Hodgkin (1910-1994) won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1964, the third woman ever to be awarded this accolade. Her outstanding work was in X-ray crystallography and the structure of penicillin, vitamin B12 and insulin. #pathology #InternationalWomensDay
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For the past four months or so, we've held weekly #COVID19 seminars on the disease, its #pathology, and its clinical implications.
For those of you who missed it, or would like a recap, you can view all 17 videos on our website. ⬇️
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We are delighted to announce that the #PathologyPortal has made the shortlist for the Healthcare Honours 2023. tinyurl.com/46mnd3sc
Free to use, the portal has over 4,400 cases, videos, podcasts, quizzes and loads more! Find out more & sign up at👇
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We're delighted to announce the winner of our #PathologyWeek #HeartOfHealthcare photo competition. Congratulations to @mrssgibson who is a Consultant Biomedical Scientist in #histopathology @NuTHPathology @NewcastleHosps. Find out more: ow.ly/Vs0e50Cmygo
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Blood cancer is the UK's fifth most common cancer. This #BloodCancerAwareness Month we're highlighting the role of #Haematologists in a patient’s care from first blood test through to diagnosis and treatment. @APPGBloodCancer #BloodCancerClues
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The #Coronavirus Act changed how deaths can be certified and registered.
Our new document provides links to guidance on infection control, PPE, death certification, cremation forms and working with the Coroner.
It's on our #COVID19 resources hub: rcpath.org/coronavirus
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Have you booked your place for our second free video seminar on testing and PCR diagnostics for #COVID19 ?
Join Dr Kate Templeton, Consultant Clinical Scientist in Microbiology at Royal Infirmary, Edinburgh, at 7pm on Weds 22 April - ow.ly/xh3k50zh1Qw
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Join Henrietta Lack's grandchildren, Jeri and David Lacks, on 21 June for our next #RCPathBookClub! We'll be discussing Henrietta's life and contributions, medical ethics, scientific racism and social inequalities. rcpath.org/event/hela.html. #CervicalCancer
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Excellent speech from Sir Harpal Kumar @CRUK_Policy More cancer diagnostic staff needed in the NHS to meet early diagnosis targets #ShouldertoShoulder
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During his Foundation Year 2, Dr Matthew Clarke (@matt83c) tried out histopathology ... and quickly fell in love with the specialty! Here he speaks on his incredible research on childhood brain tumours: rcpath.org/profession/public… #histopathology #careers
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Professor Mary Sheppard is a cardiac #pathologist. In this case study she explains the work of the charity Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY), which funds the CRY Centre for Cardiac Pathology. It helps families understand why a loved one has passed away. ow.ly/LZ2S50x8ywp
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