AvMA

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: https://t.co/eok68L9dIp

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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 https://t.co/oTvjpqblQ9

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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! https://t.co/Gp2XSwuH7B #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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@FleabagSilverm1 If you submitted a new client form over the weekend, you will have now received a formal confirmation of receipt, with T&Cs and timescales attached. Please note that confirmation emails are not automated. Please check your spam folder if the email is not in your inbox, thank you.

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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:

[MBRRACE UK @mbrrace]

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: https://t.co/yuauQlO85o

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@FleabagSilverm1 Please find here a guide to AvMA's services, how to access them, and what we can advise on - https://t.co/1Q9KP7Mdft Please find here some types of cases where AvMA is unable to assist or advise, but with signposting to which organisations may be able to - https://t.co/PiEpLWlAci

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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. https://t.co/mN89hTkjS4 🌞💊

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🎖 Congratulations to Peter Walsh, former CEO of @AvMAUK, on being awarded an MBE in the King’s Birthday Honours!

For 20 years, Peter championed justice for harmed patients and transformed patient safety in the UK.

A well-deserved honour. 👏

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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:- https://t.co/Je9hDz1d3U #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:https://t.co/5J1er0Frnf

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Save the Date: 22-23 October 2025

The Clinical Negligence: Law, Practice & Procedure Conference is back for 2025.

Programme and booking details will be available soon.

[ILS Case Management @IndependentLiv]

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: https://t.co/W4VfdaOkMU

#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: https://t.co/7d3438Fdlr

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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

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You can follow and support their efforts and join the challenge too. Visit our website for more details!

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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?

[AvMA @AvMAuk]

🏃‍♀️ Sign-ups are OPEN for #50MilesInMay! Every step you take supports safer healthcare. 💙 Join the challenge today: https://t.co/DFSt1BYfYJ