Doctors In Distress

Our memorial pin badges are now available for sale on our website! These serve as both a poignant reminder of the importance of protecting mental health and a fitting tribute to those who have taken their own lives. To buy yours visit doctors-in-distress.org.uk/shop/

Next week, our incredible Ambassador Dr Ed Hutchison starts his epic August challenge: a half marathon every day—in scrubs! That's 654km in 31 days, raising funds for healthcare workers' mental health. 💙 Support him here justgiving.com/page/ed-hutchi… @HutchE92

Our National Memorial Tree Campaign has grown significantly over the last year, with 29 trees now planted across the country in memory of those lost to suicide. Want a tree at your health org? Join our info session tomorrow, 10–10:45am. Email [email protected]

The 2025 @gmcuk training survey shows burnout risk has doubled for trainee doctors since 2019, with 1 in 5 doctors now at risk. Rates for those in emergency medicine remain "alarmingly high." How do you think burnout can be avoided in healthcare? #burnout #nhs #MedTwitter

There's a lot going on at the moment that will inevitably impact healthcare workers' mental health. Just a reminder that we have our Weekly Support Group on Zoom tonight at 6.30pm (plus Sundays and Wednesdays too). We are here to support you.💙 eventbrite.co.uk/o/doctors-in-d…

Hi twitter. I'm Ed and I do running challenges in scrubs to raise money for @DoctorsDistress This years challenge is to run 31 half marathons in August. As always, in the scrubs 🩺 Please consider following on the photo app (scrubsrun) 😀 JustGiving linked below. Thank you.

Doctors work very hard under immense strain to look after patients. Especially Radiologists. Devastating when we lose one of our own. @scotrad supports @DoctorsDistress. Please donate if you can. Thank you @CanonUKandIE for your support. justgiving.com/doctors-in-dis…

Here’s to the camaraderie and teamwork that empower our Paramedics to rise to every challenge and deliver exceptional care every day! Happy International Paramedic Day to our heroes!😇 #IPD2025 #UnityAndCommunity @ParamedicsDay

The Gov’s 10-Year Plan takes welcome steps to tackle NHS staff mental health, with new standards on safety, flexibility and wellbeing. We’re pleased to see our input has been reflected and stand ready to help deliver real change. @wesstreeting @DHSCgovuk #NHS #mentalhealth

Today the Government unveils its 10-year plan, focusing on neighbourhood health hubs and tech upgrades. Our hope is that workforce mental health is prioritised — without the right policies and investment, the crisis among health workers could worsen.

Professor @subodhdave1 talking about burnout & it's impact on the mental health of doctors.

It’s going to be very hot today. If you are taking antidepressants or antipsychotics remember the heat may affect you more and follow the advice here. ☀️🥵💊

Pause for thought. I don't know about you, but I have several repairs in gold. Sometimes I need to be reminded of this important message below. Sending lots of love to those who are struggling and who might receive some comfort from this message xx

The Institute of Naval Medicine—the spiritual home of Royal Navy doctors—has joined our National Memorial Tree Campaign. At the ceremony, Surg Capt Heames honoured healthcare workers lost to suicide. Want to plant a tree? DM us to join our info session tomorrow. #MentalHealth

We're thrilled to share that £3,613 was raised for our charity partners, @DoctorsDistress and @DementiaUK, at VHUK's Summer Party and weekend of festivities, hosted by our Deputy CEO Lisa, and her family, at their beautiful home. Thank you everyone for your generosity💙

Just a reminder that today at 1pm we have our last listening group for healthcare workers who have experienced sexual misconduct at work. It is confidential, free, online, and professionally facilitated. To register eventbrite.co.uk/e/stamp-out-se…

This #SmallCharityWeek, we want to share where your donations go! 💙 Support groups 💙 Expert-led webinars 💙 Advocacy and campaign work 📱 Text PREVENT to 70460 to donate £5. #SupportHealthcareWorkers #MentalHealthMatters

A memorial tree dedicated to healthcare workers who have died by suicide, has been planted alongside a new orchard of trees to promote wellbeing at @MidYorkshireNHS We now have 28 memorial trees planted across the UK as part of our National Memorial Tree Campaign.

Wednesday 18th June 2025 Thought Of The Evening From Morden Underground Station

Don't forget we have our Weekly Support Group today at 12.30pm-1.30pm. Online, professionally facilitated, confidential and FREE! For all healthcare workers who may be struggling with any issues, from burnout to concerns over pay. Register here eventbrite.co.uk/o/doctors-in-d…