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  September 2024 

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And just like that September, our biggest month of the year, is almost over! We hope you like this months picture -  the Gateshead Millenium Bridge was lit up on our gala dinner night in BSLM's colours, so we're sharing proudly for those that weren't able to see it in person!

After such a fantastic conference with so many wonderful and inspiring speakers and delegates,  we want to remind you how grateful we are for those that attended physically and virtually, but also for our Members and this diverse, passionate community that has grown around us. None of this would be possible without you.

Below is your guide to all things Lifestyle Medicine this month,  insight into September at BSLM and also what's in store come October. 

In this month's Newsletter...

 
 
 

HEADLINE NEWS

BSLM24: A Snapshot

Thank you to those who shared their feedback, whether directly or through social media channels.  It's been such a pleasure to see the impact our conference has had on you and your work.  

Our picture summary is below. We're so happy you were all able to join us whether it be in-person or virtually!

Our pictures are still being processed but here's some to map out the 3 days.

Also this fantastic group shot from our BSLM24 Gala Dinner Fellowships HAD to be shared with you all! 

A final huge THANK YOU from us in Team BSLM, to you. We can't wait to do it all again next year!

 

Also, while it's fresh..

 

To try and beat those post-conference blues, we have a few questions for you about next year already!

We wanted to ask, what would YOU suggest our next theme be? Who and what topics would YOU like to see at BSLM25?

BSLM Annual Conferences are like no other and we want to provide the opportunity to all of our members and delegates, current and future, to let us know what you'd like to see next year in Brighton for BSLM25!

Speaker suggestions can be completed here, or pop us an email on office@bslm.org.uk or hit the button below to tell us your suggestions and thoughts!

Email us here!
 

European Lifestyle Medicine Symposium:

Ticket Deadline Approaching!

We're sure you've seen our posts on our ELMS joint conference..

But we wanted to let you know, tickets for our joint event, European Lifestyle Medicine Symposium, are closing on the 1st October (extended from 27th for last minute requests)!

As you know, we, being the Spanish Institute of Lifestyle Medicine and ourselves, are both proud to present the first ever European Lifestyle Medicine Symposium. We want to make sure you're able to get your tickets before they close, so here's another reason to book now! 

More details are as follows:

  • The European Lifestyle Medicine Symposium is on the 7-9th of October 2024 
  • located in Alicante, Spain at the Melia Alicante 
Have a look at the event and Programme here
 
 
 
 

LIFESTYLE MEDICINE IN FOCUS

Some noteworthy Lifestyle Medicine features within the recent news in Britain.

 
 

NHS Talking Therapies for anxiety and depression services saw record referrals in 2023/24

Demand for NHS Talking Therapies has reached an all-time high. The service received 1.82 million referrals in 2023/24. This is slightly higher than 2021/2022, and more than double the 884,000 received in 2012/13.

As more people come forward for help, the NHS is looking to use NICE-recommended digital therapies to help increase the support available.

Have a look at their article to find out more!

 
Read more
 
 

NHS Blog on Group Clinic Benefits

The NHS Blog here
The ELC Website here
 
 

BSLM24: Featured Abstracts in LM Journal

As you'll be aware if you were at BSLM24, especially if you were at our Poster Tour or our selected abstracts that were featured in the speaker line up, you'll be aware that a lot of your submitted abstracts are now featured in the Lifestyle Medicine Journal! 

Some fantastic submissions this year that we're so proud to say were submitted and displayed at our Annual Conference.

Have a read of the abstract categories and submissions online here! 

 

 

 

A fantastic blog in September from the NHS networks blogs on reasons to adopt group clinics in specialist care. 

What a great and important piece to read!

Have a peek at the blog piece, and ELC here.

 

 
 
Read them here
 
 
 

CHSS: Women's Heart Health Resources

 The resource provides educational information on heart disease symptoms and risks for women, sex- related differences in presentation and scenarios of heart disease management. 

Links to further information and the e-learning itself below.

 
Women's Heart Health Head-On with HEARTe
More information here
 
 

Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland has launched a new, free educational resource aimed at supporting women in Scotland to manage their heart health well. 

HEARTe 15 is the first online resource created by the charity that is designed for both health professionals and the general public.

 

 
 
 
 
 
 

Other Lifestyle Medicine News and Events

 

Yakult: Gut-Brain Axis Resources

The gut and the brain are connected via a two-way communication known as the gut-brain axis. Yakult Science have reviewed the latest research in this area and produced a resource for healthcare professionals with expert analysis and explanation of:

-       The gut microbiota and brain

-       The gut-brain axis

-       Their communication pathways

-       How to use dietary approaches to support the gut-brain axis 

Email science@yakult.co.uk for a PDF version or free hardcopies sent to your clinic or practice.

Email them now

Linwoods: How Flaxseeds Support a Healthy Gut Microbiome

As thought leaders in health, Linwoods is passionate about empowering people to feel their best every day through sustainable, healthy food choices. Our current focus is on gut health, a critical factor in overall well-being.

Award-winning registered nutritionist, AFN SENR, Sunday Times best-selling author, and Health Journalist of the Year, Rob Hobson, dives deep into how flaxseed can support a healthy gut microbiome.

We've also included a delicious and easy recipe to help readers incorporate gut-friendly flaxseed into their diets.

Gut health is a hot topic, and consumers of Linwoods are actively seeking ways to improve their digestion and overall well-being. Have a read below.

Read more
 

And some light viewing to break up your reading!  How are you getting advice out to those that may not be coming through the door?  Watch local BSLM Member, Dr Zain Kapasi's video below

 
 
 
 

LATEST NEWS AT BSLM

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
BSLM News
 

BSLM: Another busy month!

We've included some updates below to give you an idea of what we've been up to. 

 

BSLM Update: Future Conferences

With Dr Fraser Quin

We have a little update in regards to our future conferences:

"In order to secure the venues that we need and want, we have to plan for the annal conference up to 4 years in advance. This is because venues that suit or requirement in terms of size, rooms, and expertise, tend to be booked up years in advance, and particularly in September.

We can announce therefore that our next four conferences through to 2028 will be:

2025 Brighton

2026 Warwick University

2027 Llandudno

2028 Somewhere in Scotland (Venue TBC)

We will then hope to rotate around our venues in coming years, so have the comfort of knowing each venue intimately, and they in turn understand our complex requirements. We do of course, continue to look for new venue opportunities, but will only create other partnerships if the reasons are compelling.

We want you to be involved as much as possible, this is why we have chosen locations which we feel reach a large portion of the UK. If you have any queries or suggestions at this stage, we'd welcome you to get in touch and we will consider your input as our BSLM communities voice is important to us."

If you'd like to put your thoughts forward, do email us on office@bslm.org.uk. We'd love to hear from you!

Email in your suggestions
 

BSLM: We're supporting these studies:

AWDISP Research Survey (asking women with diabetes about sexual problems)

Do you work with women with diabetes? If so, please consider telling them about this research study at university of Surrey.

In a quick summary;

Research: Talking about sex at diabetes check ups

Inviting:

  • Women aged 16+
  • Living in the UK
  • With a current diagnosis of diabetes (any kind or duration)

It involves a 15 minute anonymous online survey, with all participants entered into a prize draw for £100 Amazon voucher.

"Many women with diabetes experience sexual problems but they may not find these easy to discuss with health professionals. We are exploring how professionals feel regarding asking women with diabetes about sexual problems.

We want to hear from as many NHS professionals as possible, whether or not this is an area you have experience with, and even if you feel it isn't relevant to your job role."

For further details, do hit the links below. We will also happily pop you in touch with Jo, a member with us that has passed on this study to be shared within the membership. 

More information on the study here
Patient participation link

& AWDISP Research Survey (asking women with diabetes about sexual problems)

Patient participation link
 

Technopathology and the rise of the ‘dumbphone’ – going against the grain when it comes to smart phones for kids -  New Blog Piece!


We've popped up on the 21st September Dr Suzy Scarlett's blog piece on "Technopathology and the rise of the ‘dumbphone’ – going against the grain when it comes to smart phones for kids"

A massive thanks to Dr Suzy Scarlett for writing this piece on how important considering the pros and cons for smart-phones and their impact on our kids; an in-depth, stats-packed insightful read!

If you haven't seen it yet, have a read below.

Read more
 

What's happening in Our Communities?

NEW Feature: Voices of Lived Experience!

A long time ago the call for Voices of Lived Experience was a regular request in our newsletters.

We're now proud to present our very own dedicated Voices of Lived Experience Group and the community it's creating within BSLM!

The group is comprised of passionate individuals who have all used lifestyle medicine to manage, and even reverse, a chronic illness or condition. 

 While the voice of patients and those with lived experience has always been so important to us, we are now in a position to ensure this voice is even louder. The group are dedicating their time to help us bring the patient voice to the forefront of everything we do at BSLM and ensure that everyone can have their voices and experiences heard. From creating resources, to helping eliminate barriers for others accessing lifestyle medicine education, and by sharing their own personal journeys, they offer not only a powerful perspective but also hope to others who may be navigating similar paths.

Have a peek below to meet each member of this fantastic group.

If you’d like to join the group and share your experiences with us, please get in touch and register your interest. Additionally, the group will be helping us to create resources for members and others living with similar conditions, so if there are any areas you’d like to suggest the group focus, or any other input you wanted to provide without being involved you can drop Rachel Cox, our Communities Officer, an email.

We look forward to having a regular feature within the Newsletter to share any stories, new members, updates and hopefully more in the future!

Read more and meet the group!
Email Rachel here
 

Our monthly Live Well Update

With the Live Well East Lothian Team

A big thank you!

Thank you to the Stafford Trust for their generous grant of £5,000 to Live Well East Lothian.

This support means a great deal to our participants, their family and carers, our instructors and the wider Live Well and BSLM team. The charity has been running since 1992 and it is with these generous contributions and a belief in our mission that we are able to keep providing such a critical service in our community.

This grant will not only help us continue running classes, supporting the physical, mental and social wellbeing of East Lothian residents, but will enable us to grow and expand our reach across the county, impacting the lives of more individuals giving them access to the resources they need to live well.

Live Well Website here
 
 

Our Podcasts 

Microbiome Medics Newest Release:

Ep.20 - Skin Deep: The Microbiome's Role in Healthy Skin

Listen Here

The Movement Prescription Podcast Newest Release:

Ep.20 is on it's way -  keep your eyes peeled!

Listen Here

Every time one of the podcasts above are released we'll be updating the newsletter so keep an eye out for updates here too for your monthly listening fix!

 
 
 
 
 

FEATURED BSLM EVENTS

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Head to the dedicated BSLM events page for the full list of upcoming events

BSLM Events
 

Our Monthly Webinar is back!

..here's a peek into October's!

We look forward to welcoming you to..

 

Our previous Webinars are below if you want to catch up on them! 

View previous webinars here
 
 

Other Events 

Schedule the below in your diary for October & Beyond!

 
 

This month is slightly busier than previous -  we hope you can also find time for any of the below if they are of interest alongside BSLM24 of course!

 

RCGP 2024

Some of our wonderful staff team will be at the conference -  come to say hi!

Read More here
 

European Lifestyle Medicine Symposium

7-9th of October @ Melia Alicante

Read More here
 

Best Practice Birmingham

9 - 10 October 2024 at NEC Birmingham

More here
 

Aging Well Talk 2: Dying Well

16th October  - Online

More Information on this talk
Upcoming Aging Well Talks
 

BSEM Scientific Conference - Unravelling Brain Health

More information here
 

Nursing Live Conference: See you there!

More on this event here
 

Forestry England - PACC Training

More on this event here
 
 
 

Nursing365: Belfast

Find out more
 

Save the date: BSLM Workshop - Accessing harder to reach communities  

More information on this event launching soon!

 

6th Kernow Lifestyle Medicine conference

Find out more
All BSLM Events
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Learning Academy 

 

Did you see our video and sessions at BSLM24?

We have some news for you!

We have four brand new courses coming your way!

With all of these courses in the final stages of approval, we are excited to introduce these 4 new topics to you through our social media and communications really soon.

All of these courses, in their own right provide varying CPD, are designed for an interactive, immersive learning experience which will provide learners with knowledge around these topics and Lifestyle Medicine. Watch this space over the next few months for further updates!

Keep an eye on this page for further updates!
 
 

NHS NETWORKS

Weekly Articles
 

Top News Stories in September

Social prescribing evaluation resources 

The National Academy Social Prescribing (NASP) has published social prescribing evaluation resources. This document is designed for voluntary, community faith and social enterprise sector organisations. It contains guidance and tools…

 

Tackling diversity challenges in NHS communications 

The Taskforce for Diversity in NHS Communications, hosted in partnership with NHS Confederation and NHS Provider has met to begin its work to increase diversity among NHS communicators.

 

Independent investigation of the NHS in England 

Lord Darzi has undertaken a rapid investigation of the state of the NHS, assessing patient access, quality of care and the overall performance of the health system.  Findings include that…

 

Unpaid carers, who are they and how often do they provide care? 

Unpaid carers or informal carers – anyone who provides care, unpaid, for a friend or family member who, due to illness, disability, a mental health problem or an addiction and…

 

Cervical screening, my way: women’s attitudes and solutions to improve uptake of cervical screening 

In 2023, NHS England set a target to eliminate cervical cancer by 2040. This goal is set against declining levels of uptake of cervical screening over the past 20 years.…

 

General practice – share your experience delivering vaccinations 

Vaccination Digital Services is doing some work to better understand how GP practices deliver vaccinations for adults, as well as what works well and what could be improved. What they…

 

Most recent weekly article here
 
 
 
 

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