iHV
@iHealthVisiting
A UK centre of excellence, supporting the development of universally high-quality health visiting practice.
iHV proudly launches its new prestigious leadership programme for #HealthVisitors -The Elizabeth Fradd Leadership Programme: iHV Fellows –starting in September 2025. Are you ready to “make waves” and lead health visiting now, and in the future? buff.ly/Hg17VZ5 #iHVFellows
iHV is holding its last awareness session on #GenerationStudy for all #HealthVisiting teams where their hospital is participating in the Generation Study on 28 July 12.20-13.30. To book your place, click here: buff.ly/s0HEFAt
On Thurs 17 July, we were delighted to host our latest #iHVInsights webinar: ‘Invisible: Exploring Fathers’ Mental Health’. This webinar was funded by The Burdett Trust for Nursing & was open to everyone – not just iHV members! Rewatch the webinar now: buff.ly/Gsk9gM7
Read this gr8 Voices blog by Laura Warrilow, Specialist Paediatric Dentist at Birmingham Community Healthcare Trust, who shares the important role that #HealthVisitors play in supporting families with simpler and safer #OralHealth. buff.ly/V1herJf #HealthVisiting
Thank you for you research and rigour @Gabri_EllaConti So important to ensure that all babies have the best start in life with a strong infrastructure of support to deliver better outcomes by design 🙏👶🏾👶🏼👶🏿🌟
As we move ‘from sickness to prevention and hospital to community’ (@NHSuk 10Y Plan) & @educationgovuk strategy calls to strengthen health visiting + build on SureStart to deliver Best Start Family Hubs- Our work helps turn these commitments into action #ResearchToPolicy💪🏼 🧵n/n
As we move ‘from sickness to prevention and hospital to community’ (@NHSuk 10Y Plan) & @educationgovuk strategy calls to strengthen health visiting + build on SureStart to deliver Best Start Family Hubs- Our work helps turn these commitments into action #ResearchToPolicy💪🏼 🧵n/n
Huge appreciation for @iHealthVisiting HVAF members for their significant contributions and tireless work in supporting infants, children and families. A true highlight of my role 😊
We are delighted to share this Voices blog by Amanda Hall, Family Nurse Practitioner at Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust, as she shares her experiences of leadership development through the iHV Health Visiting Advisory Forum (HVAF). buff.ly/XR3SA6a #HealthVisiting
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We are delighted to share this Voices blog by Amanda Hall, Family Nurse Practitioner at Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust, as she shares her experiences of leadership development through the iHV Health Visiting Advisory Forum (HVAF). buff.ly/XR3SA6a #HealthVisiting
Position Statement: Young Carers and Young Adult Carers >>>Vital roles for health visitors and school nurses ihpe.org.uk/wp-content/upl… @SAPHNAteam @ProfSarahCowley @iHealthVisiting
Have you watched @iHealthVisiting's new film that raises awareness of new Fathers MentalHealth and the factors that impact the emotional wellbeing of fathers? Watch it online for free, here: ihv.org.uk/news-and-views… #BurdettSupported
There's still time to register for @iHealthVisiting's Insights webinar: Invisible: Exploring Fathers’ Mental Health, taking place this Thursday. The webinar is free and open to all! Register here: events.ihv.org.uk/w/event/6822fe…
Please check your family’s immunisations are up to date and take up this vaccine that offers lifelong protection and prevents serious illness 👇🏻
Measles cases are rising in England. It spreads easily and can cause serious illness, especially in babies, pregnant women and those with weak immune systems. MMR vaccination is safe and offers lifelong protection. For more info, visit: nhs.uk/MMR
Apply to the iHV Student & Lecturer 2025 Awards before it’s too late! (Closing 22 Aug). A fantastic opportunity to showcase your achievements & be recognised for your contributions to #HealthVisiting & improving outcomes for babies, children & families. buff.ly/7W5D6Yx
To mark #BirthTraumaAwarenessWeek, we are delighted to share this blog from Nikki Morgan, Perinatal and Infant Mental Health Lead Health Visitor, Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust: buff.ly/FoEWTp5 #BTAW25 Image credit: Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust
A child has died at Liverpool's Alder Hey Children's Hospital after contracting measles. Dr Mary Ramsay from the UK Health Security Agency discusses falling vaccination rates, among other contributing factors, in the region. #R4Today
#Measles is highly contagious and can cause serious complications. 🏥 It’s preventable with the #MMR vaccine, so make sure that you and your loved ones are up to date and catch up on any missed doses. ❤️ 🔗 nhs.uk/MMR
Huge congratulations everyone- the future is looking bright 🌟🌟🌟👶🏿👶🏼👶🏾
Today we celebrated with our Specialist Community Public Health Nurse students, as they near the end of their training. Incredible work presented with passion, demonstrating their knowledge and insight! @rdash_nhs @iHealthVisiting @SAPHNAteam @tray_long @Christi29448451
In support of Group B Strep Awareness Week, we are delighted to share this Voices Blog by Jane Plumb @GBSSupport . Jane shares some important messages to raise awareness of #GroupBStrep infections and support #HealthVisitors in their practice. buff.ly/t2nDAZU #GBSAW
