UK Association of Forensic Nurses and Paramedics

The UK's leading assoc. of forensic HCPs, raising awareness & standards in #policecustody & sexual offence examination. Now on Blusky:

[UK Association of Forensic Nurses and Paramedics @UKAFNP]

📢 Join UKAFNP today for £30/year! Unlock exclusive benefits:
📰 Quarterly newsletter 'The Helix'
🎟️ Discounted conference tickets
📚 Access to our Knowledge Base
🤝 Network with forensic healthcare professionals.
Become part of our community: https://t.co/GstxFJaCLn #UKAFNP

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Today we recognise the vital role of Appropriate Adults and the @AA_NAAN 💚

Appropriate Adults help safeguard vulnerable people in police custody and ensure fairness, understanding and support throughout the custody process.

#VolunteersWeek #UKAFNP #AppropriateAdult

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💚 A huge thank you to all volunteers supporting forensic healthcare and vulnerable individuals across the UK.

Your time, compassion and dedication make a real difference every day.

#VolunteersWeek #UKAFNP #ForensicHealthcare

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💚 During #VolunteersWeek we recognise that UKAFNP is run by volunteers.

Our Steering Group give their time freely alongside full-time roles to support forensic healthcare, develop resources and benefit our members and speciality.

Thank you for everything you do.

#UKAFNP

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📢 Free UKAFNP Webinar – Opioid Withdrawal

📅 17 June 2026 ⏰ 13:30–14:30
Join Matt Peel for a practical session exploring the assessment & management of opioid withdrawal in police custody.

🔗 Register: https://t.co/AUCJDKxFvh

#UKAFNP #ForensicHealthcare

[UK Association of Forensic Nurses and Paramedics @UKAFNP]

🌈 June is Pride Month.

A time to celebrate LGBTQ+ communities, recognise progress made, and continue challenging discrimination and inequality.

In forensic healthcare, everyone deserves safe, respectful and inclusive care.

#PrideMonth #UKAFNP #ForensicHealthcare

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💚 Volunteers’ Week begins!

This week celebrates the incredible contribution volunteers make across communities, charities, healthcare & public services.

Thank you to everyone giving their time, energy & expertise to support others.

#VolunteersWeek #UKAFNP #ForensicHealthcare

[UK Association of Forensic Nurses and Paramedics @UKAFNP]

This Hepatitis Awareness Month, take time to learn, ask and act.

Promote testing, support access to care and help protect vulnerable populations.

Awareness saves lives.

#HepatitisAwareness #ForensicHealthcare #UKAFNP

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Forensic Friday Fact 🧬

Firearm discharge does not always produce dramatic effects seen on TV. Sound, injury and residue vary depending on weapon type, ammunition and environment.

#ForensicFact #ForensicScience #Ballistics

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📢 Free UKAFNP Webinar – Opioid Withdrawal

📅 17 June 2026
⏰ 13:30–14:30

Join Matt Peel for a practical session exploring the assessment & management of opioid withdrawal in police custody.

🔗 Register: https://t.co/AUCJDKxFvh

#UKAFNP #ForensicHealthcare

[UK Association of Forensic Nurses and Paramedics @UKAFNP]

Are you working in police custody, a SARC or wider forensic healthcare?

Join UKAFNP and connect with a national community committed to learning, support and improving practice. 🧬

🔗 https://t.co/GstxFJbaAV

#UKAFNP #ForensicHealthcare #CPD

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📢 #UKAFNPConf26
🧬 Substance Misuse & Vulnerability
📅 11 September 2026

📍 Nottingham
💻 In-person & Virtual

Join forensic healthcare professionals from across the UK for a day of learning, reflection and practical discussion.

🔗 https://t.co/Uh7PI80xUr

[UK Association of Forensic Nurses and Paramedics @UKAFNP]

Hepatitis B is preventable with vaccination.

Hepatitis C is curable with modern treatment.

Early identification and referral are key to improving outcomes.

#HepatitisAwareness #PublicHealth #UKAFNP

[UK Association of Forensic Nurses and Paramedics @UKAFNP]

Stigma prevents people from accessing testing and treatment for hepatitis.

As forensic HCPs, providing non-judgmental, confidential care helps break down barriers.

#HepatitisAwareness #EndStigma #UKAFNP

[UK Association of Forensic Nurses and Paramedics @UKAFNP]

🌿 As the bank holiday weekend begins, we recognise that this can be a particularly busy time for those working across forensic healthcare.

Thank you for sacrificing time with loved ones to care for some of the most vulnerable in society.

#ThankYou

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Forensic Friday Fact 🧬
Bullets can ricochet off surfaces, altering their path and shape. Deformation may affect wound patterns and complicate reconstruction of events, making scene context essential.
#ForensicFact #ForensicScience #Ballistics

[UK Association of Forensic Nurses and Paramedics @UKAFNP]

📢 Free UKAFNP Webinar – Opioid Withdrawal

📅 17 June 2026
⏰ 13:30–14:30

Join Matt Peel for a session exploring the assessment & management of opioid withdrawal in police custody.

🔗 Register: https://t.co/AUCJDKxFvh

#UKAFNP #ForensicHealthcare

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🧬 Final Call for Nominations 🧬

Nominations for the UKAFNP Julie Tekin Award for Outstanding Contribution in Forensic Healthcare close at the end of this month.

If you haven’t already, now is the time to recognise someone making a real difference. 💙
🔗 https://t.co/nqwynOYeiZ

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📅 #UKAFNPConf26
11 Sept 2026 | Nottingham | In-person & Virtual

🧬 Substance Misuse & Vulnerability

Join us for a day exploring the UK drug landscape, safeguarding, trauma, mental ill-health & vulnerability in custody and SARC settings.

🔗 https://t.co/Uh7PI8004T

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In SARC settings, Hepatitis B vaccination and BBV screening may be appropriate following assault.

Timely care and clear follow-up are essential to support patient safety.

#HepatitisAwareness #SARC #ForensicHealthcare

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Today is #IDAHOBIT2026 🌈

Theme: At the heart of democracy

We stand against discrimination and violence towards LGBTQIA+ people.

In forensic healthcare, inclusive, respectful care is essential for all.

#UKAFNP #ForensicHealthcare #Equality