Things in the library 19 Sept

Things back in the library
The library staff were actually all in the library at the same time this week...for the first time in ages due to holidays and other stuff. We can all cover most aspects of the work (just don't ask me to do comb binding..I was traumatised by this in my formative years as a library assistant!) and so the fact that a particular person isn't in on one day shouldn't impinge on the service too much but we do all have specialities and did you know we  have actually catalogued ourselves on our online catalogue..so look us up by searching for 'library staff' and see what we can help you with.

Things not to miss
The first Journal Club of the new season kicks off next Thursday morning 25th Sept at 08.00-09.00

Our Presenter Kavi Aucharaz will be presenting the following paper
'Duration of cardiopulmonary resuscitation and illness category impact survival and neurologic outcomes for in-hospital cardiac arrests.' download a copy of the paper here

Journal Club is open to all health professionals and is a fun, informal way of learning to criticise papers and gather evidence to change practice.At each meeting a speaker presents a critical appraisal of a research paper, using a recognised appraisal tool such as CASP or the GATE frame.Group members then have an informal discussion to determine whether or not current practice should be altered in light of the presenter's findings
If you do not get a chance to read the paper do not worry just come along.Muffins and drinks are provided at every meeting.

Image: Child feet image via Shutterstock

Things published

This week a NICE quality standard has been published on 'Nocturnal enuresis (bedwetting) in children and young people' full text available here 

Things to attend
If military medicine interests you there is an event on 8th October as part of the Heritage Medical Exhibition series.Admission is free by ticket only. Please confirm your attendance using the online registration form:Speakers: Surgeon Commander Anthony W Lambert OBE and Marine Andy Grant 'Scouse'
Military & medical training for deployment - views of a surgeon and royal marine
When: 6pm, Wed 8 Oct Where:Lecture Theatre 1,B Floor, Medical School, Beech Hill Rd

Anthony Lambert has seen active service in the Iran-Iraq conflict, the first Gulf War, Yugoslavia and Bosnia, and recently in Iraq and Afghanistan. He was awarded the OBE for his charitable work to support our injured servicemen.
Andy Grant, a former Royal Marine Commando, was critically injured in Afghanistan by two Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) and after many months treatment and rehabilitation had to make the life changing decision to have his leg amputated below the knee. He spends his time travelling the country talking about his life beyond injury and how he continues to overcome adversity.
This lecture completes the Heritage Medical Exhibition series dealing with the evacuation of the wounded from the battlefield and brings us up to date with the advances in the treatment of the severely wounded.

Things to eat
To either cheer you up or to celebrate ....depending on your view point... try this traditional Scottish dessert - summer raspberries folded into cream flavoured with honey, whisky and toasted oatmeal. I think thick Greek yogurt would work too to make it more healthy.

Things in the library 12 Sept

Things published
The WHO Regional Committee for Europe is WHO’s decision-making body in the European Region. Ministers and high-level representatives of the 53 Member States  will take part in a meeting being held in Copenhagen, Denmark on 15–18 September 2014 where the following will be presented: Investing in children: the European child and adolescent health strategy 2015–2020

Department for Education and Department of Health: 0 to 25 SEND code of practice: guide for health professionals
Published 9 September 2014

A guide for health professionals on the support system for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities. Read it here
This guide should be read alongside the ‘Special education needs and disability code of practice: 0 to 25’. Read it here.


Things that were very good

The Library's Infobites Special by Ross Fisher on Presentation Skills.  You can see his blog on the subject here

Ross mentioned a book which he recommended that people read. The Illingworth Library is ordering copies of "Presentation Zen" and "Presentation Zen Design" which will be available for you to borrow.


Things to do whilst asleep!
The brain is still active while we are asleep, say scientists, who found people were able to classify words during their slumber. The sleeping brain can perform complex tasks, particularly if the task is automated, the study says.
Further research will now focus on how to take advantage of our sleeping time. see the BBC news report here

Things to do whilst awake!

An exhibition on art inspired by the National Fairground archive opened on 10th September and runs until the 8th January. Six artists are presented who have interpreted the NFA collections in their own unique and incredible way. This exhibition will include original materials alongside the archival objects that have inspired each work.

to download a flyer click here.






September things - blackberries
If you are out and about this weekend you may want to go blackberry picking.  Use the fruits of your labour in this delicious looking recipe for Blackberry & clotted cream shortcake
Find it here.

Things in the library 5 Sept

Thing not to be missed... InfoBites Special 

‘Presentation Skills’ with guest presenter Mr Ross Fisher (SCH Consultant Paediatric Surgeon) Tuesday 9th Sept 2014 13:00 prompt in the library for a 20 min presentation.Bring your lunch and enjoy our cakey bites. If you haven't seen his blog on the subject find it here

Things integrated

Integrated care plans for children with disabilities will give physios a holistic view of their young clients, said Samantha Old, chair of the Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in the Community.From 1 September a single education, health and care (EHC) plan for children with special educational needs (SEN) and disabilities will replace statements and learning difficulty assessments. Find out more here 

Things published

The PCF has developed a tool to support the commissioning of integrated,community-based, paediatric continence services, called the Paediatric Continence Commissioning Guide.This has been accredited by the National Institute of Health and Care Excellence (NICE), and endorsed by the Royal College of Nursing (RCN), the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) and the Community Practitioners’ and Health Visitors’ Association (CPHVA).Ahead of its formal launch in conjunction with the NICE quality standard on nocturnal enuresis on Thursday 18th September, it can be found here.

Things children feel about their lives

The Children's Society have published their Good Childhood Report 2014 which reveals that children in England ranked ninth out of 11 countries surveyed for subjective well-being, ahead of only South Korea and Uganda. In a separate survey, England also fared slightly worse than Scotland and Wales.In addition, around 13% of 10 to 13 year olds are unhappy with the way they look, with girls faring much worse (18%) than boys (9%).Children who are regularly active have higher well-being compared to children who are not. And children who use computers and the internet regularly have higher well-being than children who do not.Around 10% of children living with a severely depressed mother had low well-being, compared to around 6% of children who did not.Children who felt poorer were twice as likely to say they were unhappy and almost three  times more likely to say they had low life satisfaction.

Things to tour

The University of Sheffield Medical School, Beech Hill Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S10 2RX Friday 12 September, 10am-4pm No booking required

The Medical School is the oldest establishment of higher or professional education in Sheffield, dating back to at least 1828.  They are very proud of the achievements of the students, staff and alumni across nearly 200 years of history.The major £5 million refurbishment of the Medical School in 2012 has been a fantastic opportunity to recognise a selection of the people who have contributed to the reputation of medical education in the city.

Self-guided tours will take place throughout the day and will feature key elements of the Medical School's History including the recently refurbished Heritage Room.  The tour will conclude with the Exhibition titled World War I -Sheffield Cares for the Wounded. This fascinating exhibition covers the help given by Sheffield Medics during World War I

Things FYI

Ever wondered what any particular acronym or abbreviations stands for this site might help. You can search within results by topics including medical, slang, organisations, technology etc