A new comparative study by the University of Chester, funded by Forces in Mind Trust, has highlighted the unique physical and mental health challenges that ex-Service personnel of the Armed Forces can experience compared to the national population.
Read moreIt was a triumph for The Poppy Factory and its partners at the 2024 HSJ Awards, the annual initiative which shares success stories across the health and social care sector. Amid fierce competition, the charity, with its NHS partners, was named as the winner in the Military and Civilian and Health Partnership Award.
Read moreKing Edward VII’s Hospital has received the NHS Veteran Aware accreditation in time for its 125th anniversary this month, reaffirming its long-standing dedication to the military community.
Read moreA new initiative has been launched to improve veterans’ access to healthcare services, after new data found that thousands of former armed services personnel may be silently struggling with their health.
Read moreDuring the day we will hear from various speakers about how they are delivering great services to the veterans community in various sections from Health, Housing, Education and Charities.
Read moreThe first impact report from the NHS England Armed Forces Healthcare Commissioning Team and its Patient and Public Voice Group (PPV Group) is now available.
Read moreA collaboration between the King’s Centre for Military Health Research, King’s College London and School of Humanities, University of Bristol as part of the project: Preparing the body and mind for war in the ancient and modern armed forces.
Read moreAlthough it might not seem the case, many comparisons can be drawn between Chepstow in South Wales and the Eastern Sovereign Base Area of Dhekelia (ESBA).
Read moreA project exploring the mental and physical health needs of veterans using primary care health records is currently underway at KCMHR.
Read moreYou are eligible to take part if you took part in the Health and Wellbeing survey in Phase 3 back in 2014-2016.
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