Our experts are supporting a number of families affected by maternity care failings in Leeds. They include Heidi Mayman and Dale Morton, whose daughter, Lyla died. Here the couple share their experience as they join other parents wanting improvements in maternity safety.
We’re proud to support @LEEDSMENCAP and the vital work they do for children with additional needs and their families. Stuart Bell, Solicitor in our Medical Negligence team, recently caught up with the charity to discuss why our partnership with them is so important to us.
We are proud to help Leeds Hospitals LTHT maternity family support group deliver peer support for those affected by Leeds Maternity Care. Please do contact the group if you have been affected @irwinmitchell https://https://t.co/laSLgnCepU via @irwinmitchell
Poor care and preventable harm are at risk of becoming “normalised” across the UK’s #Maternity units, a CQC report has found. Our lawyer, @GuyWForster, who represents families affected by maternity failings outlines why action is needed to improve safety: https://t.co/MkUff8ZGnn
Really pleased to have completed the Great North Run (and my first attempt at a half marathon!) in aid of our fantastic national partner charity @MaggiesCentres . Thanks to the incredible team @maggiesyorks and the amazing work you do! @greatnorthrun_@irwinmitchell
Women are being urged to attend their cervical screening appointments after figures showed a third of those under 50 don’t take up their invitation. Here, expert @IMRowenCobb explores the issue after the #NHS pledged to wipe out cervical #Cancer by 2040: https://t.co/8SLnbhLWGa
A record number of more than 20,000 people will be diagnosed with melanoma skin #Cancer this year, predicts @CR_UK. As case numbers continue to rise, lawyer @tye_isabella joins the charity in warning people to protect themselves: https://t.co/NCKWCACiV6
Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Trust has been told to improve following an inspection by watchdog, the Care Quality Commission. Here, one of our lawyers @SJBell1987 explores the findings and the impact on patient safety. https://t.co/FUi1GGbDAE
The Trust which runs James Cook and Friarage hospitals has been told to improve #maternity services by the health watchdog. Our expert, @SamanthaW_IM, who supports families affected by care failings explores the issues and the need to improve services. https://t.co/sU8KLzIG4q
While five million women are invited for #CervicalCancer screenings each year, only 70% have had a smear within the required number of years. This #CervicalCancerPreventionWeek, our experts, and @JosTrust, set out the signs of the disease to be aware of: https://t.co/MmbdN7ULdE
FREE legal advice drop-in session with the team from Irwin Mitchell. Kim and Lauren will be on hand to offer informal, free legal advice about a range of issues.
There's no need to book, just pop along and wait to be seen.
Friday 26th Jan, 9:30 - 11:00, The Vinery Centre.
🍫New Raffle Prize!🍫
If you enter our Christmas raffle you could now also be in with the chance of winning this delicious chocolate hamper courtesy of @irwinmitchell
Tickets cost £1 each and can be purchased here: https://t.co/d3bHKxXpQG
A £42m trial has been announced to help detect #ProstateCancer, the UK’s most common male #Cancer, earlier. Our expert @SJBell1987 welcomes the move and sets out the key symptoms of the disease men need to be aware of and support available: https://t.co/RYUPnRqAdr
My clients are so brave, continuing to tell their story and push for change - you can also see them on Calendar at 6pm tonight @irwinmitchell
https://t.co/DzXDXEtcPQ
There are around 700 cases of penile cancer in the UK each year, but many people aren't aware of the symptoms which often leads to a delay in diagnosis. @irwinmitchell together with @orchidcancer are working to raise awareness. Read more in my article:
https://t.co/idP7mT1jhd
A #Camden couple are warning of the dangers of #Sepsis following the death of their four-year-old son Daniel Klosi after they were sent home from hospital and advised to give him Calpol. Lawyer @lmacklin_IM is helping them obtain answers. https://t.co/bdpj9Gcl51