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We were called in after this job was deemed ‘impossible’. The request was to move a lady with severely contracted legs to a new bed in another part of the house. At first glance, it sounded straightforward—until we arrived.

As national obesity rates soar and patient complexity increases, traditional training models are no longer enough. The Jeenie Centre of Excellence delivers advanced simulation-based education, equipping staff to safely handle bariatric, complex, and confined space care in real-world scenarios. With national data now exposing critical gaps, this is training that healthcare can no longer afford to postpone.

Falls remain one of the most reported safety incidents across NHS Trusts — and one of the most preventable. With the new 2025 NICE guidelines now in force, the focus on inpatient falls has sharpened. But while the policy has progressed, real-world data suggests that implementation challenges persist — and in some areas, risks may be increasing.

In healthcare, sustainability is no longer a buzzword — it's a requirement. But when it comes to patient handling equipment like slide sheets, the question gets complicated: Are washable slide sheets actually better for the environment than single-patient-use (SPU) alternatives?