Action against Medical Accidents is the charity for patient safety and justice. Help for those affected by avoidable healthcare harm.
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AvMA is pleased to share the @nmpa_audit Multiple Births Report which was published today: hqip.org.uk/resource/702-nmp…
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Exciting time for our charity as we begin work to develop a new website, with our partners @ElectrifyLIVE.
We hope this project will deliver a modern, accessible, multimedia-friendly website.
If this sounds like something you can help develop, please see avma.org.uk/avma-website-pro…
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This coming @ProBonoWeekUK we focus on barristers who provide representation to AvMA clients at inquests #WeDoProBono we also celebrate the contribution to our helpline from solicitors, medical experts, anaesthetists, midwifes, speech therapists and Army Doctors... to name a few!
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We’ve joined @GoVoOfficial the new volunteering platform helping people connect with amazing opportunities to give back. You can easily browse, filter, and sign up for volunteer roles directly on GoVo. Ready to make a difference? Get volunteering! GoVo.org #GoVo 💙
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Today's NAO report highlights the complexities involved in reducing clinical negligence claims and costs. Most harmed patients don't want to sue - they want answers, acknowledgement and assurance that failures won't happen again.
Visit our website to read our full response.
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As one of the contributors to the @mbrrace 2025 lay summary reports, AvMA is pleased to recommend MBRRACE’s forthcoming conferences “Saving Lives, Improving Mothers’ Care” on 11th September and the Perinatal report on 9th October. For details please see MBRRACE's promotion here:
12 Jun 2025
Book your ticket for 2025 MBRRACE-UK virtual conferences!
MBRRACE-UK 'Saving Lives, Improving Mothers' Care' Report 2025
Thursday 11th September 2025
MBRRACE-UK Perinatal Reports 2025
Thursday 9th October 2025
Find out more and book your place: npeu.ox.ac.uk/mbrrace-uk/boo…
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'Don’t let the heatwave affect your medicines': Three important tips from the @MHRAgovuk about direct sunlight, hydration, and sunburn. Essential advice on protecting your medicines and medical devices during extreme heat and staying safe this summer. gov.uk/government/news/dont-… 🌞💊
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Our helpline is as busy as ever! But we know that there are many more people who need access to advice. This is where you come in! Do you have team members who would be interested in volunteering? Or perhaps you would like to volunteer:- avma.org.uk/get-involved/hel… #VolunteersWeek 🌟
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Join us at our new event for 2025!
Introducing the AvMA Summer Sundown Social, on the evening of the 12th September 2025 at the Royal Liver Building, Liverpool.
Sponsorship opportunities available.
Book now:avma.org.uk/events/avma-summ…
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AvMA retweeted
6 May 2025
It's National Walking Month!
Perfect timing for AvMA's #50MilesInMay challenge. Team ILS is in! We'll be walking, running, and even cycling to support @AvMAuk's mission for patient safety and justice.
Thrilled to be part of this!
Donate here: tinyurl.com/5n6nhr4n
#50MilesInMay #SupportAvMA #TeamILS
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A reminder that booking is open for the #AvMAHollyJolly Christmas Celebration, on the evening of the 28 November 2025 at the Grand Connaught Rooms, London.
Register today at: avma.org.uk/events/hollyjoll…
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🚨 Today and tomorrow are your last opportunities to sign up for AvMA's #50MilesInMay fundraising challenge! Join as a team, join as an individual, run, swim, walk or wheel it - every mile supports patients affected by unsafe care 💙.
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#AvMA #ImprovingCare #WalkForChange
ALT The image advertises that it is the reader's last opportunity to sign up for AvMA's 50 Miles in May fundraiser. The image contains the 50 Miles in May and AvMA logos, as well as a photo of a group of runners and the URL www.avma.org.uk/50MilesinMay where the reader can go to sign up for the challenge!
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🚨 Welcome to the #50MilesInMay, trailblazers!
Big shoutout to:
✨ Claire Gutteridge (@Medbrief_ltd)
✨ Lauren Hession
✨ Mia, Jade & Alex – @sleeblackwell
✨ @DekaChambers – our first chambers onboard!
Will your organisation step up for safer healthcare and join our challenge?
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🏃♀️ Sign-ups are OPEN for #50MilesInMay! Every step you take supports safer healthcare. 💙 Join the challenge today: avma.org.uk/50MilesInMay
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Day 2 is now underway at the #ACNC25 with a talk on Palliative Care with Dr Caroline Barry and Jennifer Moran. #annualconference #clinicalnegligence
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Do you hear the buzz?
The #ACNC2025 Mid-Conference Dinner is underway! Great food, great company, great evening! Thank @Renvilles_costs for sponsoring the evening.
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Timely cancer diagnosis can improve survival outcomes by up to 10%. Better systems & communication are key to faster diagnoses and better outcomes. @prof_price at #ACNC2025 on why the UK must #CatchUpWithCancer
#PatientSafety
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