Robust clinical evidence supports the establishment of Alongside Midwife-Led Units, co-located to Obstetric-Led Units with a shared philosophy and understanding of normal birth.
This project aims to embed and sustain the Active Birth Centre (ABC) Alongside Midwife-Led Unit as an alternative and viable birthplace option for all women with low risk pregnancies birthing within BHSCT Maternity Service, therefore normalising birth and decreasing the likelihood of intervention.
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Neurology unit and carer forum
In 2012, the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust Neurology Unit moved from Forster Green Hospital to a new building in Musgrave Park Hospital. It was necessary to bring together staff with patients and carers to determine the functions and operational arrangements of the unit. Initially, a survey was carried out to identify priorities for the unit and patients, along with their carers and family members, were fully involved in providing feedback.
At what level did the PPI take place?
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Health care Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Following representations to the Patient and Client Council (PCC) by patients and carers, the PCC agreed to facilitate a small working group of patients, carers and professionals to further understand the experience of people who are living with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) in Northern Ireland. The aim of the project was to provide a mechanism for ME patients to be involved in decisions about future health care support for them.
The outcome has been a greater aw...
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