Things in the library 12th July...

Things away...

The Library Away Day for staff planning and training will be next Tuesday 16th July so please note that we will only be open from 4pm to 7pm that day.

There is a book-drop box outside the library if you wish to return items whilst we are closed.




Things about bikes...
This Sunday jump on your bike (or get cycle hire for free) at Endcliffe Park and join hundreds taking over the roads of Sheffield city centre. HSBC UK and British Cycling are  bringing their free family cycling festival, Let's Ride, to Sheffield. On Sunday 14 July from 11am - 3pm riders are free to do as much or as little of the route as they please. With roads along the route closed to traffic, the route is suitable for people of all ages and abilities.
Free bike hire will be available at Endcliffe Park and Tudor Square on the day, provided by Russell’s Bike Shed and ReCycle Bikes.( Photo id needed) Cycling Projects are also coming along with a fleet of adapted bikes for hire free.(Confirm requirements with Cycling Projects, details at the register link)


Things about rainbows...
You may have seen some people at SCH wearing the NHS rainbow badge, or attended our Grand Round on Thursday 4th July where Dr Thom O’Neill presented on the many issues and difficulties LGBT+ young people face in life, and when using NHS services.
The Rainbow badge is an initiative to show a visible symbol of commitment to supporting these young people and their families. The Trust is looking to gather helpers and interested staff from all areas to help them roll this out across the Trust. If you are interested in getting involved, or getting a badge, or simply finding out more, please come to the open meeting, in the Lecture Theatre at Education & Skills Centre, F Floor Stephenson Wing on Thursday 18th July at 17:00.

Things about cyber security...

This white paper from the Institute of Global Health Innovation finds that the NHS remains vulnerable to cyber-attack, and must take urgent steps to defend against threats which could risk the safety of patients. It outlines a number of key measures for NHS trusts to implement in order to increase cyber resilience. These initiatives include employing cyber security professionals in their IT teams, building ‘fire-breaks’ into their systems to allow certain segments to become isolated if infected with a computer virus, and having clear communication systems so staff know where to get help and advice on cyber security.

Things about childhood...

The Children’s Commissioner’s 2019 childhood vulnerability report examines the latest scale of, and trends over time in, rates of childhood vulnerability. They have estimated the total number of children in England currently receiving statutory support or intervention (those who are ‘in the system’). Based on the latest available data, they believe this to be 723,000 children – slightly higher than last year’s figure of 710,000. They estimate that 2.3 million children are living with risk because of a vulnerable family background.

Within this group, they estimate that more than a third – 829,000 children – are ‘invisible’ (in the sense of not being known to services) and therefore not getting any support. Another 761,000 children – around a third – are known to services, but their level of support is unclear. Adding these two groups together, means that there are 1.6 million children from a vulnerable family background for whom the support is either patchy or non-existent.

Things about activity...

Public Health England, Disney UK and Sport England launch new Change4Life campaign to inspire children to get more active. A new survey from Change4Life and Disney UK has found that less than half of parents are aware that physical activity can build children’s self-confidence (49%), reduce anxiety (47%) and improve their self-esteem (46%). Just 16% (1 in 6) think that physical activity can help children develop attributes which make it easier to cope with life’s little set-backs.

Evidence shows that children and young people who are more active have more confidence, higher self-esteem, less anxiety and stress and better social skills – attributes that can help them deal with the challenges they face in daily life. Positive attitudes towards physical activity have also been associated with children being happier. 10 Minute Shake Up packs will be distributed to schools during the summer term for children to take home so that they can continue to keep active over the summer.

Things about NHS data...

Dame Fiona Caldicott, the National Data Guardian for Health and Social Care (NDG) is calling for a public debate to shape the future of commercial relationships between the NHS, universities and private companies. She released the results of a poll on public attitudes to NHS organisations working with partners to use data to develop new medicines and technologies to improve health. The NDG commissioned the polling to inform her own priority setting for the coming year.

Things to eat...

With the school holidays around the corner if you are looking for healthy lunchtime ideas for the children (and others!) then there are some nice suggestions on the Change4Life website like this pepper and onion melts recipe.

Things in the library 23 March...

A really useful thing ...

The library has managed to secure funding from Health Education England for a 1 year subscription to Dynamed Plus.  This is a resource similar to BMJ Best practice and UpToDate.

"DynaMed Plus is the next-generation clinical resource that healthcare professionals can rely on for fast, easy access to the latest evidence-based medical information. Written by a world-class team of physicians and researchers, content is updated several times daily to include synthesized, objective and peer-reviewed information on thousands of topics in a variety of medical specialties. Content includes information on specific diseases, conditions, treatments and drugs pertaining to emergency medicine, cardiology, oncology, pediatrics and more. "
Access is available in multiple ways:

• A quick link on the trust intranet home page. (make sure you are logged into the Internet) 
• A quick link on the library website (you will need an OpenAthens account) 
• A mobile app 

If you have any problems using Dynamed Plus or have any questions, please contact the library. Please bring this resource to the attention of anyone you feel may want to use it at SCH.

Things about looked after children...

"Similar but different - responding to the health needs of unique children" - CoramBAAF Health Group conference  2 July Birmingham. Looked after and adopted children are frequently referred to as a homogenous group with a defined set of difficulties and needs. Yet practitioners know how much every child that they meet is different. Each child has a unique set of circumstances, their own story, specific strengths and personal challenges.

Producing comprehensive, holistic health assessments and individual, meaningful and responsive health plans that address children's on-going needs is a constant challenge.This conference includes a diverse range of topics and speakers - reflecting the rich, varied, confusing and demanding world of working with the unique children that are in care or have been adopted.

Things about safeguarding...

A useful briefing (via NSPCC) about changes to data protection with regard to safeguarding.
The new amendment 85, adopted by the House of Commons Public Bill Committee on Tuesday 13 March, goes further in empowering organisations – in the course of their own activities and judgment – to process personal data for safeguarding purposes lawfully, without consent where appropriate. This will be welcome news for schools, charities and volunteer organisations, religious organisations and sports clubs and governing bodies alike.


....and data protection relating to children

In this latest General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) consultation, the Information Commissioner (ICO) has its sights set on organisations that handle the personal data of minors. It is not aimed specifically at schools, and – given the variety of organisations that deal with children in many sectors – producing one-size-fits-all guidance was never going to be an easy task. This briefing will give you an overview.

Things about mental health services for children & young people...

The NSPCC has published a Local transformation plan toolkit with guidance on how to design and deliver mental health services for children and young people who have been abused. The toolkit and guidance follows the annual analysis of Local transformation plans looking at how the needs of these children and young people are considered in the commissioning of services. The toolkit aims to help commissioners and other stakeholders understand how their plans can better meet the mental health needs of children and young people who have been abused. Key criteria and best practice themes include: recognising that some groups of children are more vulnerable to mental health problems than the wider population, including children who have been abused and children in care; carrying out a needs analysis of vulnerable groups using a range of sources; providing evidence-based services for vulnerable groups.

Things about international comparisons...

The Nuffield Trust has issued a report on International comparisons of health and wellbeing in early childhood. How do health outcomes for babies and young children in the UK compare with other similar countries on key measures such as immunisation, birth weight, mortality rates, breastfeeding and obesity? The findings show that while the UK is doing well in many areas relating to

the health of young children, on certain indicators the UK lags far behind
similarly developed countries. In others, where once we led the field, our
rate of improvement has slowed to the extent that we have among the worst
outcomes in comparable countries.


The first egg...

Since they first bred in 2012, the Peregrines of St George's have become an established feature of Sheffield's skyscape, enjoyed by many across the city and well beyond. The first egg has been laid...catch up on the live webcam.


Things that are happening...

Reading group will be meeting on 4th April at 17:15 where the book being discussed is The Pianist by Wladyslaw Szpilman  drinks and nibbles served and you are welcome to join us whether you have read the book or not!

There are many performances and events at the University of Sheffield which are open to the public - check out what's on .



Things not happening next week...
We are closed Good Friday and Easter Monday so the blog will not be posted next week. We will also be closing at 17:00 on Tuesday 27 March and Thursday 5th April due to staff holiday
We hope you all have a Happy Easter and a nice break (if you aren't working!)



Things to eat...
Finally time to buy the hot cross buns that have been in the shops since New Year...and if you buy too many then you have the excuse of making this bread and butter pudding!