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Page 3 Loving life after losing pounds

Page 3 Launch of centre for young adults

Page 13 Tinnitus: Sharing the experience

Patients really can make a difference It’s not unusual for patients to want to ‘give something back’ to the NHS after undergoing life-saving treatment – but very few go to the lengths of Duncan Buckley. Six years after being airlifted to the old Selly Oak Hospital following an horrific car crash, Duncan now not only works for the health service but has also come up with his own idea to possibly help improve patient experience after a major trauma. The 38-year-old former IT worker, of Swynnerton, Staffordshire, was in an induced coma for six weeks and spent four months at Selly Oak Hospital and the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham (which opened in June 2010), and seven months at the University Hospital of North Staffs, after his MG sports car collided head-on with a van in April 2010. He suffered multiple life-threatening injuries, including a fractured skull, shattered knee and broken sternum, and has undergone 25 operations on the long road to recovery. As soon as he was well enough Duncan and his wife Lisa-Marie became actively involved with Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) groups run by the QEHB-based NIHR Surgical Reconstruction and Microbiology Research Centre and the hospital’s critical care department – giving him the chance to have some direct input into trauma research and patient care. “For me it was all about improving things for those that come along afterwards as a result of what I had gone through,” he said.

“After my accident we got in touch with the emergency responder who came to the scene and he said that there had subsequently been three similar collisions on the same stretch of road and all of the drivers in those accidents had died. That motivated me to want to feed my experiences back into the system. “I had five years’ worth of experiences from treatment and rehabilitation and I thought I may as well put that to good use. For me it was a great reason to actively try to get into the NHS and help to drive better outcomes for patients enduring similar circumstances.” With his determined attitude and help and advice from the NHS contacts he had cultivated as a PPI participant, Duncan started work as a clinical effectiveness audit team leader for Macclesfield District General Hospital in May 2015. “That gave me a route into the NHS but, for me, it was too far removed from the patient involvement,” Duncan explained. “I really wanted to get involved in the research side of things, that’s where my interest was. Having been a patient I wanted to see the direct effect that research can have on outcomes.” The chance to do just that arose six months later with a portfolio facilitator’s role at the Clinical Research Network West Midlands (CRN WM), helping to recruit participants for clinical trials. If you would like to get involved in reserach, email: ResearchSRMRC@uhb.nhs.uk How Duncan is helping: Page 10

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Patients can tap into free WiFi network

Patients and visitors to the Trust can now benefit from a free WiFi network courtesy of the hospital’s official charity. The network will go live from Monday 7 March. QEHB Charity has funded the network which is available at the following locations: ■ Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham ■ Nuffield House ■ Heritage Building (majority of areas) ■ Smethwick Dialysis Unit ■ Trust Headquarters/Haematology Clinic ■ Post Graduate Centre ■ The Learning Hub Duncan Buckley

Patients and visitors need to search and connect to a network called QEHBCharityguestWiFi, enter their email address and then agree to the Terms and Conditions. Mike Hammond, Chief Executive of QEHB Charity, said: “The new network will really benefit our patients – they can keep in touch with friends and family, browse the web and keep themselves entertained whilst on the wards or waiting for an appointment. It also means patients can give the Trust real time feedback as they will have easy access to patient experience surveys.” The WiFi has been funded by QEHB Charity for patients and visitors to use. Staff are reminded not to use this network. The bandwidth has a finite capacity – if staff use it, this will impact on the level of service which patients and visitors receive.

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Health talks for Foundation Trust members Daytime sessions: 10.00–10.30 – Registration 10.30–noon– Health Talk VENUE: Lecture Theatre 3, Education Centre, Level 1, Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham

Treatment is life changing

-- Wednesday 16 March - Nutrition and hydration - Thursday 21 April - Allergies and intolerance - Monday 16 May - Dementia - Thursday 16 June - Men’s health - Tuesday 19 July - Arthritis/Rheumatism - Friday 19 August - Skin conditions - Monday 19 September - Organ donation - Thursday 20 October - Mental health - Thursday 17 November - Keeping well in winter - Friday 23 December - Sexual health in older adults For more information see: www.uhb.nhs.uk/health-talks.htm

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Eye on new goals Players are signing up for the QEHB Charity football team which is now being managed by former professional player Matthew Bailey. The theatre practitioner took on the role at the end of the team’s season in the FA Business League South Birmingham which runs from February to September. The team is made up of staff from across the Trust with the line up currently including operating department practitioners, theatre support workers, radiographers and physiotherapists. Matt, who holds a Level 2 in Coaching Football and is working towards his Level 3 (UEFA B) once played professionally. His career ended due to several injuries and he then successfully trained as an ODP. Matt said “We have a lot of fun and try to train once a month at Four Dwellings Academy depending on everyone’s working situation. At the moment all the funds come from our own pocket to pay the costs of pitches and balls. “We are looking for any donations that will help push our QEHB team forward and hopefully within the future do more charity games with other semi and professional clubs to raise funds for the Charity. “We are keen to utilise players employed by QEHB to support and maintain the squad.” Anybody who wants to know more about the training or anyone who can offer sponsorship should send an email to Matthew.Bailey@uhb.nhs.uk

You Said Customers visiting the restaurants said they would like to know when their favourite dish was available. They also said they wanted a set price option.

We Did The Plaza and Cellar Restaurant launched some new weekly menus. The Catering team have picked some of their best-selling meals and added these into a new week-long menu, together with some new choices and a dish of the day. Each day the menu will offer two hot meat main dishes and a hot vegetarian main dish, as well as a curry dish. Side option choices include three potato choices and a selection of different vegetables. Following the feedback from customers who said they wanted a set price, there will be a daily special – a ‘Meal of the Day’ priced at £3.50, which will be advertised in the restaurant on the day. Ben Foxall, Trust Catering Manager, said: “We will be reviewing our sales over the first four weeks, listening to customer feedback and making suitable amendments as part of an ongoing review. We hope all our customers will like our new meal choices.”

Mick Callaghan proudly shows off one of the woodwork creations he can produce once more, thanks to his DBS treatment

A former fireman has told how deep brain stimulation (DBS) treatment at Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham (QEHB) gave him back his life 17 years after a devastating Parkinson’s Disease diagnosis. Mick Callaghan had been a firefighter for 28 years when he was diagnosed with the debilitating condition at the age of 47 – although he had begun noticing symptoms three years earlier. For the first 10 years his Parkinson’s was managed by tablets, albeit with the strength of the medication progressively increasing, but in the past five years his symptoms had progressed to the extent that he had become a prisoner in his own home. His mobility was very limited, he was starting to have falls and he rarely left his home, in Bedworth, Warwickshire, for fear of his Parkinson’s suddenly ‘freezing’ him like a statue. Eventually, in 2014, he was referred to experts at QEHB where he was assessed and deemed a suitable candidate for DBS. The treatment involves placing electrodes on the brain linked to a battery-powered device, like a pacemaker, implanted under the skin in the chest, which allows the electrodes to be turned on or off. It is not a cure for Parkinson’s but can help to control symptoms by stimulating targeted areas of the brain. Stimulation is gradually increased to optimum levels after surgery, enabling a reduction in the amount of medication needed on a daily basis. “I had stopped going out completely,” said Mick. “The fear of getting stuck in embarrassing situations and looking as if I was drunk because of the staggering meant I just stayed in instead.”

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“Things that people take for granted become a real challenge when you are living with Parkinson’s,” said wife Tina, a pharmacy technician. “It was getting to the point where I would help Mick out of his chair on to the floor at home, he would crawl to where he wanted to go and then we would get him up again.” “It was terrifying lying in bed at night and sometimes not being able to move,” added Mick. “After 28 years in the fire service I knew that if there was a fire at those times I would not be getting out.” DBS has changed all that, and Mick, now 64, and Tina can now plan and do things which they couldn’t even dream of for the past 20 years. “There are risks attached to any surgery, let alone brain surgery, but this was a risk well worth taking for me,” he said. “It was the easiest decision I’ve ever had to make, not just for me but for my family. “There are so many things I can do now that I couldn’t before the surgery – from making myself a cup of tea and going to the shops to socialising, going on holiday and visiting relatives who don’t live locally. I’ve also been able to take up my hobby of woodworking again. “We have booked a cruise, we are retaking our wedding vows next year and I have applied to get my driving licence back.” Wife Tina added: “It’s unbelievable the difference this has made already to us. We’ve got a lot to look forward to now. We have our dreams back.” “It’s not just the mobility but the DBS has given me my dignity back,” said Mick. “I would recommend it to any Parkinson’s sufferer who is suitable for it.”

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust is proud to host the annual Best in Care Awards to recognise staff and volunteers who make a real difference to the care we provide. To nominate an individual or team go to the Trust website page at www.uhb.nhs. uk/best-in-care-awards

If you have co mpleted 25 years’ service or longer in the NHS you will be entitled to a Long Service Award. For further information contact HR First Contact Team on ext. 51577 for an application form.

Visiting times Visiting times on wards are 14.30 to 19.30 daily, including weekends. The general rule is a maximum of three visitors per patient. Children under 16 years are welcome but must be accompanied by a responsible adult. If there are any difficulties with the timings please speak to the nurse in charge. Families and friends are asked to stagger their visiting times to avoid overcrowding.

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Centre opens for young adults A groundbreaking new sexual health service has been launched in Birmingham catering for the under-20s. Based in new, state-of-the-art premises in the city centre Boots store, High Street, Birmingham, the service is run by Umbrella, a partnership led by University Hospitals Birmingham (UHB) NHS Foundation Trust which provides sexual health services across Birmingham and Solihull. The Umbrella service for under-20s aims to cater for young people in a more welcoming, friendly atmosphere. Visitors will be able to check in using electronic touchscreens while the colourful, modern waiting area and consultation rooms have been specifically designed with the young in mind. The service was officially launched in February at a special reception at the new clinic attended by staff and partners. Specialist consultants, nurses and health care workers will be on hand to provide a full range of free services including condoms; emergency contraception (morning after pill); contraceptive

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pills, patches and implants; STI testing; and advice. Drop-in clinics will be available on a first come, first served basis.

This is an exceptionally vibrant and welcoming place specifically for young people MP Jess Phillips UHB chair, Jacqui Smith, said: “I’m of an age that I can remember when sexual health services, which were then called the family planning clinic, meant you went to see your GP, who probably knew your Mum and Dad, and that was about it as far as specialist care was concerned. “Things have come on enormously and Umbrella gives us the ability to take those

Slimmer’s big success Auxiliary nurse Kirstie Goodwin is now able to work with a spring in her step after losing a staggering seven and a half stone. The 37-year-old took the decision to lose the pounds after fearing a heart attack would leave her three boys without a mum. Kirstie, who works on Ward 306 where patients are undergoing cardiothoracic treatments, said: “The thought of my children being without a mother was enough to make me motivate myself to lose weight and become healthier.” She joined up for a Slimming World group with her mum and sister for support at the group and with ongoing encouragement from her husband. “This was the best decision of my life. Everyone is there for the same reason, I did not feel judged or embarrassed one bit. The help and support I received was unbelievable and I could not have lost seven and a half stone without it. “I feel every aspect of my life is now better and I can honestly say I have eaten myself slim.” Her confidence has brought other opportunities – Kirstie has now opened her own Slimming World group where she is hoping to give others the motivation to lose the pounds. It runs every Tuesday at St Thomas

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services even further forward and I am really delighted that we can launch this centre. “Knowing that a third of the users of sexual health services in Birmingham are under 20 tells you why it’s important for us to provide somewhere especially dedicated to them.” Birmingham City cabinet member for health and social care, Councillor Paulette Hamilton, added: “Young people in Birmingham have now got a first class service, a service that they can be proud of and a service that they can use without feeling that their mum and dad will find out, for instance.” Birmingham Yardley MP, Jess Phillips, said: “This is an exceptionally vibrant and welcoming place specifically for young people. “When we were looking to commission this service it was not just about looking at what we had always done, it was about looking at what happens in the lives of young boys and girls who walk through the door of places like this, asking what has brought them here and offering them a space where they can talk about it and get specialised help.”

World Kidney Day The Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham’s renal team will be out in force helping to raise awareness of kidney disease as part of this year’s World Kidney Day celebrations on 10 March. Information stands will be held in the atrium to offer advice on renal conditions as well as low potassium diets and dialysis – see April’s edition for the full round-up on this. QEHB’s Renal Unit currently sees more than 25,000 outpatients a year, looks after almost 1,100 people on dialysis treatment, and carries out around 170 kidney transplants a year. The awareness day is kindly supported by the QEH Kidney Patients’ Association.

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Research Showcase 2016– save the date!

The Trust will be marking International Clinical Trials Day on Friday May 20 with an open day to showcase our collaborative research achievements. There will be a range of interactive displays promoting healthy living through understanding of how the body works and how it responds to treatments and clinical trials. Our clinical staff and academic partners will be manning interactive stalls to promote and de-mystify research for patients and members of the public who may want to take part. The event will be hosted in the atrium of the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham, from 10:00 to 16:00. UHB has an international reputation for the quality of its clinical education, training and research. In 2014/15 the Trust recruited over 11,000 patients to clinical trials with UHB being one of the highest recruiting trusts in the West Midlands Clinical Research Network. This gives patients access to new trial treatments and medicines. Visit our showcase on May 20 to find out how you and your family could take part in research.

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Staff win prizes in latest lottery draw Trust employees have been successful in the latest Birmingham Healthcare 50-50 Club Staff Lottery. The Trust’s Pauline Bushell won the second prize of £500 in February’s draw. First prize of £1,500 went to an employee at the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital, Karen Jenkins and the £250 third prize was won by Stephen Boyd of Birmingham Children’s Hospital. Half of the entry stakes are reclaimable as vouchers annually which in January included £735 to spend at Boots, £145 through the National Garden Centre scheme and £80 to cover dental charges. Vouchers are also available for Homebase. To find out more about how to take part in the draws, which take place on the third Tuesday of every month, contact either your General Office or UHB General Ledger team on ext. 17337. Email Isma.Raza@uhb.nhs.uk to join or claim benefits.

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Scheme is just the job for Trust apprentices

BHBN Schedule BHBN Hospital Radio broadcasts patient requests, music, news, live sport and a range of speciality programmes to NHS hospitals across Birmingham. The station, founded in 1952, is based in new studios in the Heritage Building (Queen Elizabeth Hospital), they are on air 24 hours a day. They can also be heard via their website www.bhbn.net and the TuneInRadio app. Monday 12noon -1pm The Light Lunch 3pm–4pm Elevator Zone – Bubba the Loungehound 5pm–7pm Good Vibrations – Donna Joseph 7pm–8pm

Apprentices working across the Trust who have helped play a key role in the Trust’s day-to-day operation

Apprentices past and present from across the Trust will be coming together to mark National Apprenticeship Week 2016 which runs from March 14-18. Co-ordinated by the Government’s Skills Funding Agency, the week includes a variety of events and activities for individuals employed as apprentices across England. UHB will be hosting an event for apprentices within the Trust which will involve strategic games and other competence building activities. The Pink Bus from Birmingham’s South and City College will also be on site on Wednesday, 16 March (10am-3pm), with college tutors on hand to offer advice to staff and visitors on apprenticeships and other training programmes they offer. The UHB apprenticeship programme has had a significant impact since its launch in 2010, with apprentices making a major contribution to the Trust’s day-to-day operation and activities. “We have apprentices in a variety of roles

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By sharing their expertise they have grown a new generation of staff committed to cascade the vision and values of education and inspire future growth across a range of pathways Sue Bell Vocational Manager

Vocational Manager Sue Bell. In fact, of those enrolled in the scheme since it started, some 42 percent have gone on to get jobs within the Trust, with a further 15 percent working for Locate and 18 percent still working through their apprenticeship. Of those who have gained jobs, half are now in Band 3 positions, 14 percent in Band 4, eight percent in Band 5, with one percent having gone on to Band 6 jobs. “This clearly demonstrates that the programme is working and National Apprenticeship Week provides a great chance to celebrate that, and recognise the efforts of everyone involved,” added Sue. “We would particularly like to thank all the managers across the Trust for their support, time and commitment to the programme.”

across different areas, and many have gone on to successfully gain employment across a range of departments and bandings,” said UHB

If you would like to know more about the apprenticeship scheme and the opportunities, email Sue.bell@uhb.nhs.uk

Former hairdresser Katie Parker was looking for a complete change of direction when she joined the UHB Apprenticeship Scheme in 2013 – and is now helping others on the programme. She studied business administration while working in Learning and Development at the Trust, gaining her NVQ Level 2, before successfully securing a permanent position within the department as an assessor and tutor – guiding and supporting new intakes of apprentices through their studies. Since starting her full-time role she has also gained her initial teaching qualification, passed her Level 3 NVQ and earned the Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS) qualification, Level 3 in Business

Administration, and the Training, Assessment, Quality & Assurance (TAQA) award. She now hopes to undertake the QCF Internal Verifier course within the next couple of years. “Deciding to do an apprenticeship was the best career choice I have ever made,” she said. “The apprenticeship scheme offered me a unique opportunity to retrain and study that would otherwise have been inaccessible. “I had previously been working as a hairdresser and beauty therapist for six years and decided that I wanted a change of career. “I wouldn’t be where I am today without having completed the programme, and the ongoing support provided by the Learning and Development department.”

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8pm–10pm Tuesday 12noon -1pm The Light Lunch 3pm–4p m Elevator Zone – Bubba the Loungehound Womens Hospital Requests 6pm–7pm – Jen Hukins 7pm–8pm Easy Listening – Kelly Howell 8pm–10pm The Evening Show – Paul Millington Wednesday 12noon -1pm The Light Lunch 3pm–4pm Elevator Zone – Bubba the Loungehound Words and Music 6pm–7pm – Brian Henderson 7pm–8pm Hospital Requests – Danny de Reybekill 8pm–10pm The Evening Show – David Elliott Thursday 12noon-1pm The Light Lunch 3pm–4pm Elevator Zone – Bubba the 5pm–7pm The Tea Time Show – Ben Hospital Requests 7pm–8pm 8pm–10pm The Evening Show – Chris Friday 12noon-1pm The Light Lunch 3pm–4pm Elevator Zone – Bubba the Loungehound 6pm–8pm Pick and Mix – Brendan Delaney 8pm–10pm The Evening Show – Bill Waldron CBSO Concerts when broadcast are on Friday at 7:30pm

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Weekend Breakfast – Dave Horton BHBN Gold – Colin Monnaf The Frock Show – Sarah Morris Queen Elizabeth Hospital Requests – Anita Shah 2pm–6pm Military Ward – Michelle Woodhouse (Alternate Weeks) BHBN Sport–Live Commentary from a local Ground Lively Discussion & Reports SPONSORED BY CHILTERN RAILWAY MAINLIN 6pm–7pm Saturday Disco – Marky B Saturday Alternative – Olya Jeneson 9pm–10pm BHBN Reggae Selection Sunday 8am–10am Laid Back Sunday – Bill Waldron 10am–12 Kitch & Kool – Brendan Delaney Noon 12 Noon–1pm Music from Around the World – Yasmin Tariq 1pm–2pm Hospital Requests – Shaz Hill 2pm–5pm The Sunday Bash – Graham Allen 5pm–6pm The BHBN Asian Mi – Raveeta Banger 6pm–8pm The Evening Show – Doug Jackson Music from Stage & Screen 8pm–9pm 9pm–10pm BHBN Country (provided by UK Country Radio Bob McCready) 10pm–11pm BHBN Classical Collection – Roger Cunningham

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Game, set, match Summer may seem like aeons away yet, at QEHB Charity, we have our eyes keenly set upon the sights of strawberries and cream and tennis players battling it out for the highly coveted trophy at the Aegon Classic. The event, taking place on Monday 13 June, will be held at the famous Edgbaston Priory Club, which has hosted some worldclass names, such as Maria Sharapova. Reputedly known as the best lead-up to Wimbledon, the event is popular with groups of schoolchildren, families, professionals and sport-lovers alike. Justine Davy, Head of Fundraising at QEHB Charity, said: “The Aegon Classic is such an enjoyable event and we are delighted to be able to raise awareness for the Charity once more. The event provides fun for all ages, and is a catalyst for brewing anticipation and excitement for Wimbledon. “We hope that many come to Edgbaston

Priory Club on the 13 June to witness worldclass tennis matches, as well as hoping that the Great British rain stays away for the day! She added: “All attendees will receive a wonderful QEHB Charity goody bag.” Tickets are £7. NHS staff can enjoy a discount of £2, while schools can enjoy a discount of £3. Hospitality boxes, complete with a champagne reception, three course lunch, afternoon tea and free bar, are available for £99 per person. All monies raised will go towards helping patients and staff at the QEHB, across a plethora of funds and wards supported by the QEHB Charity.

Dates for your diary World Health Day This year’s World Health Day 2016 is focused on diabetes, and APRIL QEHB Charity will be holding an atrium stand based around this, between 10am and 3pm. Pop down and visit us to find out what we do to support diabetes patients at the QE and find out what you can do to help.

To purchase tickets, please go to www.qehb.org/shop/ or contact Justine.Davy@uhb.nhs.uk for more information.

For more information about the Charity’s various appeals, visit www.qehb.org

Runners will take to streets Sunday, 1 May 2016 is the date when you can dance openly in the street to your favourite tunes for charity. Due to popular demand, the Great Birmingham 10k run is returning to the city in May. There will be several warm-up and starting points, which will each focus on playing popular pieces and classics from various decades, from the 70s through to the 00s. Whether you are a novice runner, or are desperate to beat your personal best, this 6.2 mile fun run is a great distance for people of all abilities, as well as being a perfect way to raise money for any ward or department at the QEHB. To sign up, visit www.greatrun.org/great-birmingham-10k. Following this, please contact Charities@uhb.nhs.uk to let us know you have registered to run for QEHB Charity. For more information please call Laura Power on 0121 371 4852.

Come along to fun day for family Join QEHB Charity in celebrating Her Majesty’s Armed Forces. Back by popular demand, Warwickshire County Cricket Club will be holding its third annual family fun day at Edgbaston. The day will include a funfair, plenty of food and drinks, and craft stalls, ensuring that there is something for everyone in the family to enjoy. Naturally, a visit to a cricket ground would not be the same if one did not witness some cricket! Therefore, there will be a T20 cricket match between the tri-service military cricket team and the Warwickshire Legends to round off the day splendidly. This event is FREE for adults and children.

Crazy Golf Day Have you ever yearned for golf 2016 to have a little more to it than APRIL hacking your way through a wonderfully tidy field? If so, QEHB Charity has the perfect afternoon of activity for you: crazy golf! Taking place at the Golden Putter Mini Golf Course, Canon Hill Park, this is a great way to challenge work colleagues, family and friends, have fun and raise money. Starting at 1pm, the event will also include entertainment, food and drink, and there will even be the chance to win the coveted QEHB Charity Crazy Golf Trophy!

To find out more, go to www.qehb.org/events or contact Justine.Davy@uhb.nhs.uk Nurses’ Day Nurses’ Day is an important opportunity to celebrate the APRIL enormous contribution that nursing staff make every single day. The celebration takes place each year on the anniversary of Florence Nightingale’s birth. This year the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham is holding its inaugural Nursing Conference celebrating dignity in care on this date, whilst QEHB Charity team members will deliver special chocolate hampers, filled with delicious treats, to every hospital ward.

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To find out more, please visit www.nursesday.rcn.org.uk or call 0121 371 4852. Great Birmingham 10k Run Whether you are a novice runner, or you are desperate MAY to beat your personal best, this fun run is a great distance for people of all abilities. The 6.2 mile event is a great way to raise money for any ward or department at the QE whilst having fun! To sign up, visit www.greatrun.org/great-birmingham-10k. Following this, contact Charities@uhb.nhs.uk to let us know you have registered to run for QEHB Charity!

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For more information please call Laura Power on 0121 371 4852. For more information, please contact Justine.Davy@uhb.nhs.uk or call 0121 371 4852.

To find out how you can support the work of QEHB Charity get in touch with the team via the website or email charities@uhb.nhs.uk

To make a donation to any of the appeals mentioned please visit www.qehb.org or contact the Charity’s team on 0121 371 4852

8 Insight into work of research centre The NIHR Surgical Reconstruction and Microbiology Research Centre (SRMRC) is holding a Dissemination & Networking Day at Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham on Friday 11 March. Professor Ian Roberts, MB BCh FRCP FPH, will be the keynote speaker at the event, which will also feature a packed programme of expert talks from NIHR SRMRC researchers and collaborators on the wideranging work undertaken during the centre’s first five years. Professor Roberts, Professor of Epidemiology & Public Health and codirector of the Clinical Trials Unit at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, will talk about the importance of clinical trials in trauma care. He first trained as a paediatrician and then in epidemiology at the University of Auckland, New Zealand, and at McGill University, Canada. He established and is co-ordinating editor of the Cochrane Injuries Group, an international network of individuals that prepares and maintains systematic reviews of the effectiveness of interventions in the prevention, treatment and rehabilitation of injury. He is principal investigator of the CRASH trials, large international randomised controlled trials that seek better ways to treat seriously injured trauma patients. His current focus is the conduct of large scale trials of tranexamic acid in the management of acute severe bleeding. He is also co-author with Phil Edwards of The Energy Glut - a book about the politics of fatness.

For more details and to register for the event please email ResearchSRMRC@ uhb.nhs.uk with your name, job title, organisation, contact phone number and any special dietary requirements.

Migraine sufferers needed for trial If you are aged 18-75 and experience between 5-12 migraines per month you could be eligible for a clinical trial involving a device which may help to ease your headaches. The study, being led by Dr Alexandra Sinclair at Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham (QEHB), aims to investigate whether treatment using the handheld, non-invasive medical device to stimulate the vagus nerve in the neck reduces the number of migraines sufferers experience. For more information email Bridie. Rowbotham@uhb.nhs.uk.

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Play your part to control infection Staff, patients and visitors all have a key role to play in helping to prevent the spread of infection around University Hospitals Birmingham (UHB). The Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) team will be out and about around the Trust during March reinforcing that message as part of a new initiative to raise awareness of the issue. General guidance as well as handwashing advice – using high-tech lightboxes to highlight where people might be going wrong – will be on offer. “Hand hygiene is the key to it all,” said lead nurse for infection control, Debby Edwards. “Preventing and dealing with infections is not high-brow, it’s fundamental stuff. It is all about washing your hands, screening patients and giving them the right treatment and putting the established processes in place when an infection is detected. “Where the staff are concerned, we are aiming to re-iterate good hand hygiene practice, when gloves and aprons should be used, when a patient should be isolated and specialised cleaning called for, etc. “But patients, relatives and visitors all have a key role to play too. Hand washing really is the key to preventing the spread of infection around the hospital. It’s about everyone working together and just doing the simple things well.” The IPC team includes specialist doctors, nurses, and scientists and was strengthened in February with the arrival at UHB of dedicated antimicrobial pharmacist Martin Biggs. Services the team provide include specialist advice on IPC precautions, isolation and decontamination; daily patient assessment; IPC audit support; healthcare associated infection (HCAI) surveillance and education and training. Consultant microbiologist and IPC lead, Dr Pauline Jumaa, said: “The ultimate aim is to ensure that no patients acquire an infection in hospital and that those who have one when they arrive are identified as soon as possible and all the necessary precautions are taken to prevent it spreading.

(L-R Front) Tracey Martin, Shirley Bird, Debby Edwards, Pauline Jumaa, Kerry Holden (L-R Rear) Craig Bradley, Mark Garvey, Sarah Hickes and Martin Biggs.

“If a patient comes into the hospital with a bug, they get better and go home – but that bug remains in their bed space area or room. “We must ensure that the area and equipment is cleaned properly to eradicate the bug before the next patient comes in otherwise the bug could pass on to them and cause infection. “We must also ensure that while the infected patient is with us anyone coming into contact with them adheres to all the required hygienic precautions to avoid passing the bug on.

“If the right steps are taken, especially performing hand hygiene when giving direct care to the patient, the bug can spread via direct contact. The bugs can survive in the environment and we can pass them on by failing to wash our hands. “Regardless of the organism involved the principles are the same. We’ve got great processes in place when a bug is detected - but a key strategy to prevent the spread of infection is performing adequate hand hygiene.”

Ward 515 triumphs in flu jab campaign Frontline staff on Ward 515 will have an extra spring in their step this spring after it was revealed they are this season’s flu jab competition winners. Nurses on the ward saw their vaccination rate shoot up by 23 per cent, beating all other wards and departments at QEHB, narrowly triumphing over Ward 513 who hugely improved their vaccination rate by 22 per cent. The ward was handed a £250 Sainsbury’s voucher to spend as they wish as a reward for their remarkable effort in protecting their patients against the flu. Senior Sister on Ward 515, Donna Ward, said: “Getting the flu jab is about keeping all our patients as safe as we can. Handwashing, infection control procedures, giving a patient the right antibiotics at the right time – the flu jab is one part of ensuring all patients receives safe care and the best in care. We’re ecstatic that we have won, and we look forward to spending the prize money for this great team effort.”

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Senior Sister Donna Ward and staff from Ward 515 with Sian Averill from QEHB Charity

Mike Hammond, Chief Executive of QEHB Charity who provided the prize, praised Ward 515’s efforts and the peer vaccinators who spend many hours visiting wards and departments across the Trust. He said: “It is of course always a fantastic

achievement to see such a massive improvement. “Protecting our patients and offering the best possible care at QEHB is always our top priority. Ward 515 is a shining example of that.”

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Break the chain of infection

Wash your hands

Sue is in hospital with an infection, both her friend and doctor have forgotten to wash or gel their hands.

See how quickly the infection can spread to other patients, delaying their recovery. Infections can even survive on light switches, door handles and other objects... Bacteria that caused infections can sometimes survive days on surfaces, and on your hands, so you can even take infections home with you. Wash or gel your hands to avoid this.

Without washing his hands, the doctor can easily spread the infection to another patient. In turn, this could become many other patients.

What can I do to help? How staff, patients and visitors can play their part Staff The ‘Five Moments for Hand Hygiene’ approach defines the key moments when healthcare staff should perform hand hygiene. The process, introduced by the World Health Organisation (WHO), highlights five opportunities which can occur in any setting. Staff are recommended to wash their hands; ■ Before touching a patient ■ Before clean/aseptic procedures ■ After body fluid exposure/risk ■ After touching a patient ■ After touching patient surroundings Effective hand hygiene is the responsibility of all healthcare staff. Remember clean hands save lives!

Patients and visitors Patients and visitors who come to the hospital can play a part in preventing the spread of certain infections by washing their hands on arrival to wards and departments. Staff are key in encouraging and helping patients to wash their hands before meal times and after toileting. Alcohol gels are available to visitors at ward entrances and there are numerous sink stations to be used for hand washing. If you are a visitor or patient at QEHB please do not be offended if you are asked to cleanse your hands. Staff are acting in your best interests to ensure that the hospital remains infection free and that we stand by the Trust’s vision of ‘delivering the best in care’.

Washing your hands properly or using the alcohol hand rub in all clinical areas should be second nature to anyone working in the hospital.

■ If your hands are still wet and the pores are open from contact with warm water, the alcohol can get into the layers of the skin and can cause a stinging sensation.

Top tips for healthy hands:

■ Do not “air dry” when using alcohol hand gel. The gel contains products that must be rubbed into the skin to work.

■ Wet hands before applying the wash lotion. This puts a layer of water between your hands and the wash lotion. This increases foaming and helps rinsing. ■ The temperature of the water does not affect how well the soap works. However, hot water melts away the natural fats in the surface layer of the skin, allowing it to become brittle and dry ■ Rinse for 10-15 seconds to remove the lotion, dirt and micro-organisms.

■ Dry hands thoroughly after washing, especially in winter. If hands are not dried properly, cold weather and heating systems inside can cause dryness or make other minor problems worse. ■ Moisturise your hands regularly, particularly in winter.

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RESEARCH NEWS

Crash victim shares his experiences Duncan Buckley, who survived an horrific car crash, is now sharing his experiences. One of the most difficult times during Duncan’s rehabilitation was being immobile and unable to speak in the early months because of the tracheotomy, which made communication incredibly challenging. He has used that experience and his IT skills to develop an app-based tool that could be used with tablet computers to help similarly incapacitated patients.

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My outlook on life has changed dramatically. I feel very lucky to be alive Duncan Buckley “It was so frustrating not being able to communicate as a patient, to tell staff that you were in pain, for instance,” he said. “My idea would enable patients to provide yes and no answers to questions by using head movements to guide the mouse on the tablet, which would then convert the answers into an audio response. Eventually the aim would be to add relevant commonly used phrases as well.” Duncan is now working with clinicians and scientists at QEHB and the University of Birmingham, with the aim of trialling the technology with patients at the hospital.

Duncan’s story Duncan’s life changed for ever as he drove home from his job as an IT tutor in Dudley on April 12, 2010. His MG TF sports car collided head-on with

Duncan with his wife Lisa-Marie and a photo of the wreckage

a van on the B4379 outside Heath Hill, Shifnal, Shropshire. Duncan suffered multiple life threatening injuries including a fractured skull, hairline fracture of the spine, fractured sternum, broken ribs, collapsed lungs, broken collarbone, smashed left elbow and knee, fractured right tibula and fibula and a broken ankle. He was given just a five per cent chance of survival. “The last thing I can remember from that day is dinner-time,” he said. “It was a head-on smash and the back end of my car flipped up

Study’s national recognition A consultant neurologist from University Hospitals Birmingham (UHB) NHS Foundation Trust has been recognised nationally for her contributions to research. Dr Alexandra Sinclair, who is also a NIHR Clinician Scientist and senior lecturer at the University of Birmingham, has been short-listed for the prestigious NIHR, the research arm of the NHS, Industry Principal Investigator Awards. Dr Sinclair was nominated for the award by officials at the Clinical Research Network West Midlands for her work in developing innovative models for recruiting participants to her research studies at UHB, in particular two studies into the rare brain condition idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH).

The National Institute for Health Research Surgical Reconstruction and Microbiology Research Centre (NIHR SRMRC) is a national centre for trauma research, bringing together the pioneering advances in surgery and infection control made by military and civilian scientists and medics working together. news@QEHB looks at some of the latest work which is helping to make a difference to care delivery

“I am delighted by the nomination,” she said. “IIH has devastating consequences for patients, including blindness and debilitating headaches. “We are running clinical trials aimed at identifying optimal ways to manage the condition, including methods to support weight management and novel drugs. “These studies would not be possible without the dedication and enthusiasm of the nurses from the CRN (Jo McCormack and Bridie Rowbotham); the Wellcome Trust/NIHR Clinical Research Facility at UHB (Trish Brady, Lisa Thomas, Jo Dasgin, Karen Boardman and Jo Gray); the Birmingham Clinical Trials Unit (Ryan Ottridge and Cally Rick); the research fellows and lecturers (Keira Markey and Ghaniah Hassan-Smith); neuro-ophthalmology, including orthoptists (Clare Hazels’ team); and the patient charity IIH UK and their members. “The progress and success of clinical trials is very much a team effort and is vital to improve patient outcomes. Being shortlisted for this award is recognition of not just my efforts but those of everyone involved.”

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towards the van’s windscreen. “There was a high chance of brain damage because of my head smacking the dashboard and I nearly died three times in hospital. “It had a devastating effect on my life, and my wife’s. Physically, I will never be 100 per cent again and am probably about 80 per cent what I was before the accident. “My outlook on life has changed dramatically. I feel very lucky to be alive and will forever be grateful to everyone involved in my treatment.”

Researchers at Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham (QEHB) are appealing for women with a body mass index greater than 35 (age 18-55) to help with a study into a rare brain condition. Dr Alexandra Sinclair is investigating new treatments for idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH) – increased pressure around the brain which causes severe headaches, eyesight problems and tinnitus among other symptoms. The condition is most prevalent among overweight women but researchers also need volunteers who don’t have IIH to provide a comparison against those who do. Participation involves a single visit to QEHB where you will have vision and memory tests, give blood and urine samples and undergo a lumbar puncture conducted by expert staff in the highly skilled research department. Participants will all receive three-month’s worth of weight watchers vouchers and travel expenses. For more information email Bridie.Rowbotham@uhb.nhs.uk

Birminghambased research into the effects of concussion in sport is to be showcased in the corridors of power at the Houses of Parliament. NIHR Surgical Reconstruction and Microbiology Research Dr Lisa Hill Centre (SRMRC) research fellow Dr Lisa Hill has been chosen to display her work to MPs at the House of Commons on March 7. Dr Hill has been selected to present at SET for BRITAIN 2016 - a poster competition organised by the Parliamentary and Scientific Committee for researchers in the early stages of their careers. It covers science, engineering and maths research being undertaken in the UK and is a chance for entrants to engage with politicians about their work. Entrants have to submit an abstract which is judged on scientific merit by representatives of relevant learned bodies with the best selected to present their posters in Parliament. Dr Hill’s poster will showcase the RECOS study in which researchers at the SRMRC, which is based at Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham, are investigating repetitive concussion in sport, its possible long-term effects and novel methods of diagnosis. She said: “I am delighted to have been selected to present our sport concussion research at the House of Commons. “This gives me a great opportunity to showcase the ground-breaking research that we are conducting here at the SRMRC and at the University of Birmingham. “I’d like to thank the project leaders, Professor Tony Belli and Dr Michael Grey, for their support of my application and I hope I can do our group proud when presenting this to our MPs!” Prizes of up to £3,000 are on offer to the eventual winners in a number of categories and Dr Hill will be looking to follow up her success at the 12th International Neurotrauma Society Symposium in Cape Town, South Africa. Dr Hill’s presentation, Mitochondrial DNA and Traumatic Brain Injury, was voted best oral presentation of the conference, earning the prestigious Graham Teasdale Award and a 500 Euro cash prize.

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More staff finding it’s better by bike A growing number of Trust staff are taking to their bikes to get to and from work. news@QEHB talks to three of the converted who share their reasons for getting back into the saddle. Valerie Oakes, Undergraduate coordinator for the 3rd Year MBChB programmes, said: “My husband gave me a bike for Christmas 2014 and my intention was to use it off-road, for leisure only, around Edgbaston Reservoir which is next to my house. “As I got more confident, and enjoyed the feeling of the wind in my hair, I started to consider using it to come to work. I’d always thought road cycling would be far too scary and dangerous but I’ve found this is not the case. Other road users, in the two-mile trip from my house to the hospital are considerate and bike-aware. After cycling in for the last 12 months, my main thought has been ‘Why didn’t I do this years ago?’ “Finding a space in car park F had become a gladiatorial challenge and to be released from this daily chore has been liberating. I’m saving a fortune on petrol, parking fees and gym membership, and I can be in work at hours to suit my job rather than hours dictated by the availability of parking. I’ve also noticed it rains far less often than you think! I wondered if the winter months would defeat me but after buying a really warm pair of gloves, I was still good to go throughout January and February “I never thought I would say this, but I will never, ever, go back to driving. Even starting the day in the fresh air has proved an unexpected joy.” Andy Leitch, Clinical Skills Trainer, works at the Trust three days a week and has been using his bike for a few months. He shares his thoughts on the benefits and the downside. “What are the benefits of cycling? Not getting stuck in traffic, getting some exercise and not polluting the atmosphere. “What’s the worst bit about it? Nearly getting killed by idiotic motorists not giving cyclists enough room when they overtake me! “My greatest cycling achievement was when I was 16. I cycled from Dundee to Perth and back

WHY NOT TRY? BADMINTON A serving of badminton Being physically active can help you lead a healthier and happier life. Physical activity can reduce your risk of major illnesses by up to 50% and can boost self-esteem, mood, sleep quality and energy. It can also reduce your risk of stress, depression, and dementia.

Why not try badminton? It’s easier than you think and it doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg! Badminton can be really energetic or a light fitness session, depending on how you play it. The large range of movements involved in a game, such as leaps, lunges, twists, turns and stretches, means lots of different muscles get a good workout.

Cyclists Valerie Oakes with Andy Leitch and Dr Khalid Hasan

What are the benefits? which is about 45 miles.” Andy suggested: “There should be more events in the Trust to promote cycling – both in the winter and summer. NHS discounts from cycle stores on bikes and clothing. Lobby the council to provide more and safer cycle lanes, which are segregated from other traffic and pedestrians, in a 5 mile radius from the hospital. The Trust is trying to get fewer staff using cars and therefore reduce the pressure on parking; one way is to get more people onto bicycles – fine – but the roads are not safe enough for this to happen at present.” Dr Khalid Hasan, Consultant Anaesthetist and head of Academy in the Dept of Education, said: “I have got back on the saddle after a lazy third decade of life. Three years ago I started to cycle, and got more frequent as parking became scarcer. “I now try to ride every day. I don’t mind getting wet but draw the line at ice as my riding skills aren’t that good. “The best part of cycling is I get a bit of physical activity built into my daily routine and

Gracie is a cut above The Rapunzel-inspired hair of six-year-old Gracie Fagan, pictured, will soon be cut short to raise funds in memory of her great grandfather Gracie was inspired to raise funds for Macmillan Cancer Support and the Royal National Lifeboats Institute to celebrate the life of Fred Oakes who died in early December at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. Fred, who had pancreatic cancer, and Gracie were very close and she came up with the idea of the fundraiser. Gracie’s hair will be cut during a fun day on March 28. The hair will be donated to The Little Princess Trust so it can be used for wigs for children who lose their hair through treatment for their illnesses. Her mum Becky said: “The two of them were always very close and it is Gracie’s way of thinking of other people and putting them before herself. Myself and Gracie’s dad Sam are very proud of our beautiful girl.” To donate, go to uk.virginmoneygiving.com/ graciemaisbigcut and for more on the fund-raiser, search for Gracie’s Big Cut on Facebook. People wanting to fundraise can share their plans with QEHB Charity.

it’s probably quicker than any other mode of transport. Apart from the odd impatient driver, it’s generally very pleasant and a nice way to start the day. “My best achievement to date is doing a 84km charity ride last year with Dan from theatres for Leukaemia Research. I had never ridden that distance, and completing it was a good feeling. I was enrolled to do another charity ride this year, but was struck down with flu two days before but I will try again next year. “I would like to see more people ride. It really is very easy, and often just as quick if not quicker than other modes of transport. I would like to see better infrastructure like the cycle superhighway that is being built in London. By separating the bikes from motor vehicles you will give people a better sense of security. “Road space is at a premium, but there are many dedicated cycle routes that are well away from traffic, and the canal towpaths are useful. Cycle parking is plentiful around the QEHB site; the security though could be improved to prevent theft.”

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Hard training for athlete, Sarah McDonald, a

Firstly, don’t forget to warm up! As explained above, Badminton uses your entire body throughout the game. Regardless of the level you play at, players experience benefits such as improved balance and co-ordination, a boost of upper body strength, core stability and stamina. Doing at least 150 minutes a week of moderateintensity aerobic activity, such as Badminton, is recommend to keep you feeling fit and healthy, whilst also lowering your risk of developing major chronic diseases such as stroke, coronary heart disease and type-2 diabetes. Badminton also provides a social benefit, whether this be playing with a friend or family member, or taking the opportunity to meet new friends.

Where can I go to play? There are more than 2,000 clubs around Britain, with plenty of opportunities up for grabs, even if you fancy the odd session every now and again, pay-and-play sessions are available. There are local clubs in Selly Oak, Halesowen and Edgbaston that accommodate people of all ages. To find your nearest Badminton club visit the service locator at – www.badmintonengland.co.uk Did you know, UHB offers a comprehensive sport and exercise medicine service (SEMS) delivered by musculoskeletal physiotherapists and a SEMS consultant? For more information, visit the website: www.uhb.nhs.uk/sport-and-exercise-medicine.htm

Hard training for athlete Sarah McDonald, a third year medical student, is showing results with selection for Team England. Sarah took part in the ÉLAN international in Bratislava, where Team England took a team to compete after being selected for being No 1 over the 1500m in England. She is a member of Birchfield Harriers in Perry Barr but also represents the university team and is the British University (BUCS) champion over the 1500m. Sarah, who is coached by Bud Baldaro in Birmingham, said: “I’m focusing all my efforts onto defending my title at the British university championships and the World Championships trials for the British team.”

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Tinnitus: Hear their story The Trust’s Audiologists and Hearing Therapists joined forces with volunteers from the Birmingham & District Tinnitus Group to mark Tinnitus Awareness Week, organised by the British Tinnitus Association. Over 120 people visited a stand in the QEHB atrium which raised awareness of the condition and what can be done to help. The team handed out information packs from the British Tinnitus Association (BTA) and demonstrated equipment used to help tinnitus sufferers. UHB’s Audiologists and Hearing Therapists, who are experts in the condition, offered advice and volunteers from the Birmingham & District Tinnitus Group discussed their experience of tinnitus, the help they have received and what worked for them.

Hearing loss is a hidden problem and tinnitus is even more hidden Martin Barnes Audiologist Martin Barnes, Audiologist at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Audiology Centre, said: “We’ve had a great response to the stand and talked to patients, visitors and staff. We even

met someone who suffers from tinnitus but has never sought help before. “We can see this becoming an annual event because the time spent talking about tinnitus and signposting people to sources of support was so worthwhile. “Hearing loss is a hidden problem and tinnitus is even more hidden. Actually, statistics show 1 in 10 people in the UK have the condition, with 1 in 50 suffering really badly. We would encourage anyone who thinks they have tinnitus to seek advice and support. Don’t suffer - ask for help.” Eileen Hewitson from Birmingham & District Tinnitus Group added: “So many people suffer for too long with tinnitus without knowing what it is or what can be done. We wanted to let sufferers know that there is help and support out there.” For more information about Tinnitus Awareness Week and the condition in general, please visit the BTA website http://www.tinnitus.org.uk/TAW2016 For information about the Birmingham & District Tinnitus Group, please see the Support Group information on this page or their website: www.tinnitusbham.org.uk

(l to r) B&DTG: Mike Behan, Margaret Tann, John Bate and John Carnie – Tinnitus Team: Gwawr Jones, Martin Barnes who offered support throughout the day

Groups offer help: Patients, families and staff can turn to support from a range of groups at the Trust ALOPECIA Impartial information and mutual support to cope with hair loss Contact Jenny: 07760 95885, 0121 440 5794. Email: jen@araucaria.demon.co.uk Website: www.alopeciaonline.org.uk ANN CONROY TRUST Support and education for patients living with Syringomyelia and Chiari malformation. Website: www.annconroytrust.org Tel: 0300 111 0004 BECHET’S SYNDROME SOCIETY Helpline: 0845 130 7329. Email: Info@bechetsdisease.org.uk. Website: www.bechets.org.uk. Birmingham group contact: 07886 304018 or email: anishaz@hotmail.co.uk BREATHE EASY  THE SUPPORT NETWORK OF THE BRITISH LUNG FOUNDATION For everyone living with lung disease. Birmingham South Group meets monthly at Moseley Hall Hospital 2-4pm. Contact BLF Direct on 03000 030 555 or go to w ww.blf.org.uk BRITISH ACOUSTIC NEUROMA ASSOCIATION BANA BANA’s friendly West Midlands group meets 3 or 4 times a year for mutual support, information exchange and talks by specialist guests. Group contact: Janet Mercer Email: janet@bana-uk.com Tel: 0121 604 2454. National website and headquarters: www.bana-uk.com Tel: 01623 632143 BRITISH SJOGREN’S SYNDROME ASSOCIATION Support group for sufferers of the auto-immune rheumatic disease. Tel: 0121 455 6532. BUSY B’S Support group for people with stomas and bowel disease. Tel: 0121 627 8343. CYSTITIS & OVERACTIVE BLADDER FOUNDATION Advice line: 0121 702 0820. Email: info@cobfoundation.org and website at www.cobfoundation.org DIABETES UK Has regular support group meetings in King’s Heath for people with diabetes, family members and friends. For further info see www.diabetes.org.uk/In_Your_Area/Midlands and follow link to Birmingham or email racheltier@btinternet.com DIGNITY IN CARE SUPPORT GROUP The group run the Memory Lane Cafe for patients with cognitive impairment and their carers. Cafe is open Wednesday afternoons. Email: memorylanecafe@uhb.nhs.uk Website: www.dignityincare.org.uk D.I.S.C DEMENTIA INFORMATION AND SUPPORT FOR CARERS A service offered specifically for CARERS of people with confusion and memory (DEMENTIA) problems. Tel: 0121 452 1152. Email: carers@discbirmingham.co.uk Website: www.discbirmingham.co.uk GETAHEAD Fundraising and support group for patients who have had head and neck cancer. Tel: 0121 371 5046 www.getahead.org.uk

GROWNUP CONGENTIAL HEART PATIENTS’ ASSOCIATION Supports young people and adults born with a heart condition. Tel: 0800 854 759. HEADSTART BIRMINGHAM Aneurysm and Arteriovenous Malformation Support Group Meetings are held on the first Friday of the month 7pm-9pm. Seminar room in outpatients department at QEHB. Contact: Patricia Hewlett Tel: 0121 459 7147. HEADWAY Acquired brain injury drop in service. Wednesdays 1.30pm4.30pm wards 407, 409 & 411. 4.30pm-5.30pm. Second floor restaurant, QEHB. Tel: 0121 457 7541. HAEMATOLOGY SUPPORT GROUP Meeting at the Centre for Clinical Haematology on a monthly basis for information, social events, friendship and mutual support. Tel: 07766 875111 Email: Haematologys@yahoo.co.uk. HAEMOCHROMATOSIS WEST MIDLANDS SUPPORT GROUP Offering support and raising awareness. We hold regular local meetings. Tel: 0121 457 8986 Email: info@Haemochromatosis WM.org.uk Website: www.HaemochromatosisWM.org.uk HOME FROM HOSPITAL CARE Free support to Birmingham patients on discharge from hospital Including information, shopping, befriending and respite care. Tel: 0121 472 4499. INSULIN DEPENDENT DIABETES TRUST Listening to people with diabetes and their carers. Tel: 01604 622 837 Email: enquiries@Iddtinternational.org Website: www.iddtinternational.org KIDNEY PATIENTS’ ASSOCIATION Runs local groups across the West Midlands. Tel: 01922 644 982 Email: nick.flint@live.com Website: www.kidneymatters.co.uk LARYNGECTOMY SUPPORT GROUP Meets monthly at British Legion social club, Quarry Lane, Northfield. A patient led group. Organised speakers at each session. Tel: 0121 627 2360 or 0121 627 2248. LET’S FACE IT Support group for people with any form of facial disfigurement Tel: 01843 833 724. MILITARY PATIENTS Military patients will be visited by a representative from the Royal Centre for Defence Medicine (RCDM) who will attend to their administrative, welfare, pastoral and spiritual needs. NATIONAL RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS ASSOCIATION Birmingham group at www.brasg.org.uk, Heart of England group contact 01628 823 524, national website: www.nras.org.uk OESOPHAGEAL PATIENTS ASSOCIATION OPA National charity offering support and information to patients and carers affected by oesophageal and stomach cancers. Birmingham group hosts two meetings per year. For information contact 0121 704 9860 Email: enquiries@opa.org.uk Website: www.opa.org.uk

PAIN FATIGUE SUPPORT Meets first Thursday of the month. Noon to 2pm, Erdington Methodist Church. Tel: 0300 330 0640. Email: painfatiguesupport@hotmail.co.uk. PATIENTS’ READING GROUP Meets Tuesdays, Weoley Castle Library. 2pm-3.30pm. To book call 0121 464 1664. PITUITARY FOUNDATION This group for patients, carers and friends meets at the Morris Centre Health and Fitness Club, QEH. The meetings for 2015 are as follows: Sat 28 February (Fisher House), Sat 6 June and Sat 26 September. All meetings are from 10.30am onwards. Contact: 0845 450 0375 Website: birminghampituitarygroup.weebly.com QE LIVER TRANSPLANT SUPPORT GROUP The group meets at 7.30pm on the 3rd Monday of every month (except July and August) in the Faith Centre, Meeting Room level 1, QEHB. Tel: 0121 627 2089 or 01902 679333 (after 7.30pm). ROY CASTLE LUNG CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Held 1st Tuesday of every month, Birmingham Heartlands Hospital. Tel: 0121 424 1433 Contact: Lynne Reaper. THE NATIONAL OSTEOPOROSIS SOCIETY The National Osteoporosis Society runs a local support group based in Birmingham. Tel: 0121 429 7366 www.nos.org.uk THE STROKE ASSOCIATION Supporting people affected by stroke. Tel: 0303 303 3100 (Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm) Email: info@stroke.org.uk Website: www.stroke.org.uk TINNITUS Practical support and advice for sufferers including group sessions and newsletters. C/o Birmingham Institute for the Deaf, Ladywood Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B16 8SZ. Eileen: 01384 831032. Email info@tinnitusbham.org.uk TRACHEOTOMY SUPPORT New group for patients following tracheotomy. 0121 627 2248. VASCULITIS SUPPORT GROUP WEST MIDLANDS VSGWM Support group for sufferers of Systemic Vasculitis (e.g. Wegener’s granulomatosis) as well as support for carers. The VSGWM circulates useful information and ideas, with friendly meetings held at least once a year. 0121 243 5621. WEST MIDLANDS BRAIN TUMOUR SUPPORT GROUP The support group meets in the Faith and Community Centre, first floor, QEHB on third Monday of the month, noon to 2pm. Contact Sue Wreglesworth on: 0771 7175 236. Email: sue.wreglesworth@braintumouruk.org.uk WILSON’S DISEASE SUPPORT GROUP  UK National charitable group offering support and information to patients with Wilson’s disease and their families across the UK. For information and local support contact jerry@wilsonsdisease. org.uk or visit the website www.wilsonsdisease.org.uk YOUNG ADULTS CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Is run by a group of young adult cancer patients to offer support for people who have similar needs. No strict age limit but current members in their 20s, 30s and 40s. Meetings usually held last Wednesday of month at The Plough, Harborne. Contact Vicky Stock on: 0784 589 7760. Email: stock.vicky@yahoo.co.uk

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University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust | MARCH 2016

MARCH 2016 | University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

No. 3601

Your monthly puzzle challenge Quiz Challenge

CROSS CODE 7

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2. Which ITV drama series was filmed in the North Yorkshire village of Goathland?

7. Which pop group had their only UK No 1 hit with Fairground in 1995?

3. Which country hosted the European Football Championships in 2004?

8. Which sugar occurs naturally in honey and fruit?

4. Which Italian town in Piedmont is famous for its sparkling wine?

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5. In Norse myth, what was ‘slain warriors hall’ better known as?

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6. Which British political party was nicknamed the ‘Claret and Chips’ party?

1. In 1520 which French king met Henry VIII of England at the Field of the Cloth of Gold?

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EACH number in our Cross Code grid represents a different letter of the alphabet. You have three letters in the control grid to start you off. Enter them in the appropriate squares in the main grid, then use your knowledge of words to work out which letters should go in the missing squares. As you get the letters, fill in other squares with the same number in the main grid and control grid. Check off the alphabetical list of letters as you identify them.

MAGIC SQUARE

CORPORATE PEN-CASE

HOW many words of four letters or more can you make from this Nonagram? Each word must use the central letter, and each letter may be used only once. At least one word using all nine letters can be found. Guidelines: 14 Good; 16 Very Good; 19 Excellent. Any word found in the Concise Oxford Dictionary (Tenth Edition) is eligible with the following exceptions: proper nouns; plural nouns, pronouns and possessives; third person singular verbs; hyphenated words; contractions and abbreviations; vulgar slang words; variant spellings of the same word (where another variant is also eligible).

USING all 16 letters of the phrase above, form four words each of four letters which will fit in the grid to form a magic square in which the words can be read both horizontally and vertically.

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QUIZ CHALLENGE: 1 Long jump; 2 Darwin; 3 Aldermaston; 4 Indigo; 5 Pisces; 6 The Saturdays; 7 Denmark; 8 Bistort; 9 Dame Rebecca West; 10 The Walker Cup.

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7 1 6 9 2 4 5 8 3

3 5 1 2 8 7 4 6 9

6 2 9 5 4 1 3 7 8

EASY SUDOKU 9 3 4 7 5 8 2 1 6

HARD SUDOKU 4 7 8 6 3 9 1 2 5

1 6 5 4 7 3 8 9 2

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MAGIC SQUARE: visa; iron; soot; ante. WORD PYRAMID: The old school tie. EQUALISER: Clockwise from top left – subtract; multiply; divide; add. Total: 2.

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HERE are two miniature fivesquare crosswords using the same grid – but the letters have been mixed up. You have to work out which letters belong to which crossword.

EQUALISER 6 2 5 2 1 2 2 2 2 1 1 1

DOWN 2. Hire another one to succeed (4) 3. Mildew forming in this shape? (5)

9. Yell in pain, being inexperienced (6) 10. Award last month’s speech (10) 12. A new rug had been given to Edward, it was disputed (6) 14. Vegetable shoot (6) 15. It is above the deputy to be doing what a ham is doing (10) 19. Is nothing but a line of equal pressure (6)

21. Paid professionally to eat? (4) 22. It is unusual to be out of it (8)

(1) Across – Swabs; Tepee; Nears.

nacre; nice; nicer; niece; race; racing;

6. Lots break into the lady’s gun case (7) 7. An example of double-talk? (8) 11. Crack made by Rev A. Ship in church (8) 13. Took clothes off abominable bounder (7) 14. Raced round the edge, having made a mistake (7)

17. Win about five for the fellow (5) 18. Outstanding person partly exonerated (4)

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Down – Satan; Alpha; Stews. CRYPTIC CROSSWORD: Across – 1 Down payment; 7 Nonsense; 8 Curb; 9 Exam; 11 (2) Across – Glitz; Again; Enemy. Down – Grace; Image; Zingy. Remarked; 13 Straw; 14 Agent; 16 Tailored; 18 Akin; 21 Fool; 22 Psalmist; 23 Storyteller. NONAGRAM: Down – 1 Dinner set; 2 Wanda; 3 Peer; 4 Yes-men; 5 Nicaragua; 6 acer; acne; acre; arcing; cage; cagier; Free; 10 Measly lot; 12 Detonator; 15 Mersey; 17 Avon; 19 Krill; 20 cairn; cane; caner; care; careen; Glue. caring; carve; carven; carving; cave; QUICK CROSSWORD: caver; cavern; caving; cere; cervine; Across – 1 Sumac; 4 Scallop; 8 Assuage; 9 Learn; 10 First; 13 cigar; cine; crag; cran; crane; crave; Embassy; 17 Ire; 18 Attend; 19 Turbid; 20 Ore; 22 Prattle; 25 Caste; 28 craven; craving; cringe; erica; evince; generic; genic; grace; GRIEVANCE; Idyll; 29 Courier; 30 Essence; 31 Pitch.

5. One taking steps in riotous caper (5)

QUICK CROSSWORD 1

Perform the first calculation in each line first and ignore the mathematical law which says you should always perform division and multiplication before addition and subtraction.

FIVE ALIVE:

4. Pip embracing French duke who was led astray (7)

16. Rare object belonging to despicable person I love (5)

20. Making way (6)

PLACE the four signs (add, subtract, multiply, divide) one in each circle so that the total of each across and down line is the same.

Down – 1 Scarf; 2 Miser; 3 Chant; 4 Skewer; 5 Ad lib; 6 Leaps; 7 rice; varec; vicar; vice; vinca. Penny; 11 Inter; 12 Sheet; 14 Mete; 15 Aorta; 16 Swift; 17 Idol; 21 Rescue; 22 Poise; 23 Abyss; 24 Talon; 25 Clump; 26 Saint; 27 Earth.

8. Irritated when said to have reached the highest point (6)

6. Conceal the skin (4)

ACROSS 1. Approval of drink indicated by digit first (6,2)

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PREVIOUS SOLUTIONS 1

CROSS CODE

7 2 4 9 5 2 9 1 3 8 4 4 1 8 3 9

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EACH row and each column must contain the numbers 1 to 9, and so must each 3 x 3 box.

4 5 1 6 7 5 2 8 9 7 5 1 3 6 1 2 6 8 5 3 7 5 1 2 3 4 7 2 9 3 8 7

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10. What is a valetudinarian?

SPELL out a 15-letter word or phrase by moving from one chamber to another within the pyramid. You may only enter each of the chambers once and may only E proceed through openings in the L walls. The first letter may appear in any A S chamber.

WORD PYRAMID

9. Michael Fassbender was nominated for a Best Supporting Actor Academy Award for playing a cruel landowner in which film?

SUDOKU Easy

CRYPTIC CROSSWORD 1

ACROSS 1. Small amount (7) 5. Unbending (5) 8. Reverential wonder (3) 9. Crash helmet (slang) (4,3) 10. Earlier in time (5) 11. Figure out (5) 13. Recordbreaking (3-4) 15. Salary increase (4) 17. Braids (6) 19. Bracelet (6) 22. Country road (4)

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24. Works cafeteria (7) 26. Possession (5) 29. Gangway (5) 30. Consistent, unvarying (7) 31. Mountain pass (3) 32. Precise (5) 33. Imply (7) DOWN 1. Disguises (5) 2. Bore (5) 3. Enclosed drain (7) 4. Former name of Indian city of Chennai (6)

5. Floral leaf (5) 6. First letter (7) 7. State of agitation (7) 12. Lubricate (3) 14. Slender (4) 16. ---- of Man (4) 17. Labourer’s tool (7) 18. Memory loss (7) 20. Berkshire town (7) 21. Before (poetic) (3) 23. Declares invalid (6) 25. Upright (5) 27. Breathe noisily (5) 28. Entice (5)

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