Happy New Year to all SCH staff and to our Library users
Things to celebrate...
This year marks the 70th birthday of our library. In May 1950 the decision was made that there should be a selection of books and journals available for staff to use and so the first library was formed - located in the stenographers office somewhere close to where Theo's cafe is now.
During the year we will be marking this birthday with a series of special events highlighting the work of the library from the past, the present and looking forward to the future. Cake and prizes will feature!
Things about immunisation...
The World Health Organisation (Europe) has developed a Tailoring Immunization Programme (TIP). The phases and steps of a TIP process are described in detail in this document, supported by inspiration examples and exercises for TIP planning workshop. To achieve high and equitable vaccination uptake, it is necessary to understand the barriers to vaccination among the population groups with sub-optimal coverage. Then solutions can be designed which support, motivate and enable people to be vaccinated. Solutions which ensure all population groups are vaccinated, regardless of their income, education, age, geography, ethnicity, religion or philosophical beliefs.
Things about tooth decay...
A whole system approach to tackling childhood tooth decay has been proposed by Local Government Association in their report. Too many children still experience problems at a young age – nearly a quarter of five-year olds have decayed, missing or filled teeth and children from deprived areas have more than twice the level of decay than children from the least deprived areas. It means tooth decay remains the most common reason for hospital admission in children aged six to 10, with those from deprived areas most likely to suffer problems.Dental treatment under general anaesthetic presents a small but real risk of life threatening complications. What is more, poor oral health can affect children’s ability to sleep, eat, speak, play and socialise with other children. It can disrupt school attendance and lead to parents needing to take time off work.
This report contains a whole range of examples of the steps that need to be taken to achieve success. Many of the areas included are places where there have traditionally been high rates of tooth decay, but where significant improvements are now being made.
Things Hygge...
University restaurant Inox above the Student's Union will again be celebrating the Danish celebration of Hygge. Between Monday 20 to Friday 24 January their menus will be dedicated to this celebration of wellbeing. They are promising to deliver a delicious menu - in their calming restaurant and lounge. Go along and try some new, different dishes and take time for your own wellbeing. Inox will see a transformation with candles, dimmed lights and calming music, to become an escape from those busy every day lives. Tables throughout the week with themed menus. From 3.50 GBP per person more details on their website.
Things to join...
Our well attended Reading Group will be meeting on Wednesday 8th January at 17:15 to chat about The Snow Child by Eowyn Ivey.
Journal Club is another event happening next week, on Thursday 9th from 08:00 to 9:00 in the Clinical Skills Centre F Floor, Stephenson Wing.
Things leftover...
I hope all your Christmas foods have now been consumed but if you have any New Year's cheese left over there are some great ideas of how to use it up before starting on your January diets! I think this Cheese, leek and potato tortilla sounds quick and easy.
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