Find information on upcoming online events and webinars relevant to staff across the HSE.
Understanding Low Back Pain – Episode 54, HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing Podcast
- Listen to the HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing Podcast, Episode 54 -Understanding Low Back Pain on Podbean
- Watch the HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing Podcast, Episode 54 -Understanding Low Back Pain on YouTube
Episode details
In episode 54 of the HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing Podcast, podcast we talk with Susan Murphy, a HSE Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist about low back pain, the difference between chronic and persistent low back pain. Susan discusses the different treatments available, how lifestyle factors can affect low back pain. She also gives helpful tips and information about managing the pain: This includes how to order the new set of managing low back pain booklets.
Please share and to find out more about our podcasts series or the work of HSE Health and Wellbeing email: Healthandwellbeing.communications@hse.ie
Podcast: Walk and talk improvement episode 12- Could it be sepsis?
Listen to the Walk and talk improvement podcast episode 12 'Could it be sepsis?'
Episode details
What do you need to know about sepsis as a patient, carer or parent? How can you reduce your risk of getting sepsis? Join our guests Maeve Murphy, a busy working mother of three and a sepsis survivor and Denise McCarthy, an Assistant Director of Nursing for Sepsis, HSE to find out more.
Email: Sheema.lughmani@hse.ie
Podcast: Walk and talk improvement episode 13- Reducing and managing sepsis - what do you need to know as a healthcare professional?
Episode details
As a healthcare professional, you’ll likely have heard the public awareness campaign for sepsis. You may be wondering what are the latest resources and tools to help you identify or diagnose the symptoms of sepsis and what you can do to improve patient outcomes. Join our guest Denise McCarthy, Assistant Director of Nursing for Sepsis to hear more.
Email: Sheema.lughmani@hse.ie
Hot Topics for Acute Physicians - Inclusion Health Webinar
Register for the webinar on: Hot Topics for Acute Physicians - Inclusion Health
Date and time
Wednesday 24 April 2024 from 5pm to 6:30pm
Webinar details
The topic of this webinar is "Inclusion Health", with a focus on issues in people experiencing social exclusion and addiction.
The webinar will cover the key concepts in Inclusion Health and common barriers to healthcare access experienced by those in socially excluded groups. We will further focus on people experiencing homelessness and addiction. This group of people has complex health and social care needs, yet they are often perceived as non-engaged in healthcare.
During the webinar, we will learn about managing mental health needs in addiction, including assessing and managing acute drug-related mental health disorders. We will also explore community drug use and the challenges this presents in prescribing commonly used analgesics and medications for practitioners managing those in addiction.
The issues discussed in this webinar will be helpful for all clinicians in acute hospital settings, as well as those based in integrated care or community settings.
Contact details
Telephone: +353 1 8639721
In person: All Island Children's Palliative Care Conference - Challenging the Boundaries: Antenatal to Adulthood
Register for the All Island Children's Palliative Care Conference
Date and time
Thursday 25 and Friday 26 April 2024
Location
Midlands Park Hotel, Portlaoise, Co. Laois, Ireland
Event details
A multidisciplinary conference supported by HSE.
Hear updates on developments in Children’s Palliative Care, North and South.
- Prof Adam Rappaport (Plenary speaker, University of Toronto and Emily’s House Children’s Hospice, Toronto) - It takes a province: Developing a model for paediatric care in Ontario, Canada
- Dr Anna-Karenia Anderson (Royal Marsden Hospital and Shooting Stars Children’s Hospice) - Managing Complex Symptoms in Adolescents and Young Adults with palliative care needs
- Dr Peter McCarthy (Children’s Health Ireland, Crumlin and St James’s Hospital, Dublin)- Young Person First: Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer
Contact details
Email info@cpcc.ie
Webinar: Enterprise Risk Management - Overview Train the Trainer Webinar sessions 2024
Date and time
Register for Enterprise Risk Management - Overview Train the Trainer on Tuesday 30 April at 1pm
Register for Enterprise Risk Management - Overview Train the Trainer on Tuesday 28 May at 1pm
Register for Enterprise Risk Management - Overview Train the Trainer on Tuesday 25 June at 1pm
Register for Enterprise Risk Management - Overview Train the Trainer on Tuesday 30 July at 1pm
Register for Enterprise Risk Management - Overview Train the Trainer on Tuesday 24 September at 1pm
Register for Enterprise Risk Management - Overview Train the Trainer on Wednesday 30 October at 1pm
Register for Enterprise Risk Management - Overview Train the Trainer on Wednesday 27 November at 1pm
Register for Enterprise Risk Management - Overview Train the Trainer on Wednesday 18 December at 1pm
Webinar details
Due to the substantial interest for a rerun of the ‘Overview’ training webinars on the Enterprise Risk Management Policy and Procedures 2023 that the ERM team facilitated last October, we are delighted to announce that there will be a monthly ‘Lunch and Learn’ session of this webinar in 2024.
The objective is to adopt a train the trainer approach so that experienced risk management colleagues can use this resource in their own engagements with their teams and other staff members. These sessions are designed for staff who are in the role of supporting and facilitating risk management across the HSE and who are familiar with the key principles of risk management. Each session will conclude with a dedicated question and answers segment.
Contact details
Email: erm.queries@hse.ie
Institute of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists Webinar: What's new on Labourward Management
Date and time
Wednesday 1 May 2024 from 5pm to 7pm
Webinar details
Labourward is key to the delivery of safe maternity care. In this webinar we explore why CS rates may rise and the factors that influence CS rates.
Understanding who and why is delivered by CS allows us to better approach CS birth. Operative vaginal delivery is a common procedure on our labourwards, and the choice of instrument most appropriate for our patients is an important aspect of labourward management. We will explore the short and long-term implications of both forceps and ventouses.
Finally, we will hear from Helen McHale, an experienced midwife on her learnings from listening to women reflect on their delivery experiences. She will share her experience as a birth reflections midwife at the National Maternity Hospital
Contact details
Telephone: +353 1 8639721
In person: 'Let’s Talk About Suicide’ – the HSE’s new, free online suicide prevention training programme
Register for the launch of the 'Let’s Talk About Suicide’ training programme
Date and time
Thursday 9 May, 9:30am to 11:30am
Location
Hyatt Centric The Liberties Hotel, Dean Street, Dublin D08 W3X7
Event details
The launch will showcase the HSE’s new online suicide prevention training programme that helps people to develop their skills to keep others safe from suicide.
The event will be opened by Minister Mary Butler - Minister of State for Mental Health and Older People. Additional speakers include Damien McCallion, HSE, Deputy Chief Executive Officer and John Meehan, Director, National Office for Suicide Prevention.
The launch will showcase the role and impact of suicide prevention training for people with Lived Experience of suicide and for NGO partner agencies working with Irish communities on a daily basis.
Complete the 'Let's Talk About Suicide' training programme
Find information on all trainings provided by the National Office for Suicide Prevention
In person: 16th International Dementia Conference
Read more about the 16th International Dementia Conference
Date
Wednesday 8 May and Thursday 9 May
Location
Annebrook House Hotel, Mullingar, Co Westmeath
Event details
Engaging Dementia is set to host its 16th International Dementia Conference, titled "Diversity in Dementia: Embracing Differences, Connecting Minds”. This will be hosted in collaboration with Dublin City University’s School of Nursing, Psychotherapy and Community Health and will bring together professionals and experts in the area from around the world.
The conference agenda boasts a diverse line-up of speakers. From Prof. Brian Lawlor’s exploration of dementia through the lens of brain health to Prof. Kate Irving’s presentation on dementia in Peru through the perspective of photojournalism, the conference promises to provide helpful insights from practitioners treating the condition.
Contact details
Email: conference@engagingdementia.ie
Phone: 01 260 8138
Webinar: HSE National Consent Policy 2022 - Considerations for Mental Health Services
Date and time
Thursday 9 May, 3pm to 4:30pm
Event details
This webinar will consist of:
- An overview of the HSE National Consent Policy 2022 as it pertains to Mental Health Services; and
- A panel discussion of consent-related questions and scenarios received from staff in Mental Health Service.
- Please send any questions or case scenarios for discussion to Aisling.Duffy3@hse.ie by close of business Friday 19 April.
The objectives of this webinar is are to:
- Raise awareness of the HSE National Consent Policy 2022 v1.2.
- Identify areas of uncertainty and learning needs of staff in mental health services in relation to the National Consent Policy.
- Provide practical guidance to Mental Health Services and practitioners.
- Stimulate discussion about practical implementation of the Policy in Mental Health Services.
In person: Faculty of Paediatrics Spring Conference
Register for Faculty of Paediatrics Spring Conference
Date and time
Friday 10 May 2024 from 9.30am to 4.30pm. Online and in person - Royal College of Physicians of Ireland, No. 6 Kildare Street, Dublin 2
Webinar details
Join us for the Faculty of Paediatrics Annual Spring Conference on Friday, 10 May 2024, either in person at No. 6 Kildare Street or online.
This highly anticipated event will bring together leading experts in the field to explore critical topics such as mental health, transition of care for young people, and the transformative impact of child health technology on paediatric healthcare.
You will also receive updates on clinical practices, including insights into tongue tie clinics and the latest developments in coeliac disease management. In addition to hearing from our esteemed speakers, you will have the opportunity to engage directly with them in our interactive Q&A sessions and meet and network with peers.
Contact details
Email: helpdesk@rcpi.ie
Telephone: +353 1 8639721
Steps to Health Challenge
Register for the Steps to Health Challenge before Friday 3 May
Date and time
Monday 13 May to Sunday 16 June
Event details
Steps to Health is a five week walking challenge that supports health care staff across the HSE, Tusla and other health care organisations to get more active and to increase their physical activity levels. The aim is to get you walking and counting your steps daily and connecting with your work colleagues in a fun way whilst improving your health and wellbeing.
Webinar: Safety Representative Networking Sessions
Webinar details
Building on the Safety Representative three-day training programme these sessions will enable engagement with Safety Representatives on the potential hazards in their workplace and provide information on risk reduction measures. The focus of these sessions is on workplace equipment and slips, trips and falls hazards, and the importance of risk assessment. These webinars are for existing HSE Safety Representatives only.
Contact details
Contact the HSE Health and Safety helpdesk on the Health and Safety self-service portal, email NHSFinformationandadvise@hse.ie or phone the Health and Safety Helpdesk on: 1800 420 420 (Monday to Friday 10.30am to 12 noon and 2.00pm to 3.30pm)
Webinar: National Surgical Antibiotic Prophylaxis (SAP) Duration Position Paper-Implementation Tool & Resources
Date and time
Thursday 16 May at 12pm
Webinar details
Webinar hosted by AMRIC Acute Operations on “National Surgical Antibiotic Prophylaxis (SAP) Duration Position Paper-Implementation Tool & Resources”
Speakers to include:
- Dr Eimear Brannigan (National AMRIC Clinical Lead)
- Catherine Mannion (Chief II Pharmacist AMRIC Acute Operations)
- Dr Katie Giblin (Surgical NCHD)
- Deborah Cross (Surgical ADON at St James’s Hospital)
In person: Major Trauma Symposium 2024
Register for Major Trauma Symposium 2024
Date and time
Friday 24 May 2024, 8.30am to 5pm
Location
Cork University Hospital (The Main Auditorium)
Event details
Cork University Hospital (CUH) and the National Office for Trauma Services are hosting a Major Trauma Symposium.
The symposium will cover key presentations such as:
- traumatic brain injury and cervical spine injury
- neuroprotective anaesthesia
- interventional radiology in trauma
- traumatic amputation
- bleeding patient
- major haemorrhage protocol
- trauma rehabilitation
- anticoagulation in trauma and trauma nursing care
- challenges and solutions in implementing major trauma services.
Speakers will address clinical conundrums in major trauma care that will be of interest to doctors, nurses and HSCPs in trauma facing specialties.
CPD credits awarded:
- Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland - RCSI CPD 6.0
- RCSI Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery - FNM 7.5 CEUs
Free Public Webinar: Be SunSmart – Sunscreen Myths and Facts
Register for Be SunSmart – Sunscreen Myths and Facts webinar
Date and time
Wedensday 22 May 2024, 1pm to 2.15pm
Event details
The National Cancer Control Programme is hosting a webinar as part of the 2024 SunSmart campaign on ‘Sunscreen Myths and Facts’.
The webinar will aim to increase awareness of the steps you, your family, friends and colleagues can take to protect your skin from the sun and the importance of using sunscreen as the last form of defence.
Jenny Tobin from Health Products Regulatory Authority and Dr Aoife Lally Consultant Dermatologist will answer the many questions we have about slopping on sunscreen and debunk some myths.
Register to watch the live webinar or to receive the recording to watch back
Contact
State Claims Agency Learning Event: Training for Competence in Healthcare Conference
Date and time
Wednesday 29 May 2024, 8.30am to 1pm
Location
Dublin Castle, Dame Street, Dublin 2
Event details
The State Claims Agency will host an upcoming conference for State authorities in the health and social care sector, focusing on training for competence in healthcare.
This learning event will bring together leaders in the field of healthcare training and high performance to share their knowledge, expertise, and experience, and will be relevant to all health and social care professionals.
Throughout the morning, our speakers will explore the theme of how training can enhance competence and high-performance, which can in turn help health and social care organisations provide safer care to patients.
Learn more about the event and speakers
Contact
In person: Caring With Pride: LGBTQI+ Healthcare Across The Lifespan – A HSE Rainbow Badge Event
Register for Caring With Pride: LGBTQI+ Healthcare Across The Lifespan
Date and time
Thursday 6 June 2024, 9.30am to 4pm
Location
Printworks Conference Centre, Dublin Castle, Dame Street, Dublin 2
Event details
This conference is organised by Linn Dara Schools, Childrens Health Ireland, Childrens Health Foundation and HSE Dublin South Kildare West Wicklow Community Healthcare Health and Wellbeing.
Learn from experts in the field and those with lived experience, as we explore important topics such as the HSE Rainbow Badge, inclusive healthcare practices and navigating healthcare systems for the LGBTIQ+ community.
Don't miss this opportunity to connect with others who are passionate about promoting health and well-being for children, young people, adults and older adults, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
Contact details
Karina Grehan: karina.grehan@hse.ie
HSE Spark Summit Innovation Conference 2024
Register for the HSE Spark Summit Innovation Conference 2024
Date and time
Thursday 20 June, 8.30am to 4.30pm
Webinar details
The Spark Summit is a unique health innovation conference catering to healthcare professionals, industry experts, and academics.
This summit is a focal point for exploring the innovations that are reshaping the landscape of healthcare delivery.
Our conference discusses the significant impact of frontline innovation, shedding light on the pivotal roles played by design innovation and technology in the continuous improvement of healthcare practices.
Early Bird Discounted Tickets available to all HSE Staff.
Contact details
Faculty of Public Health Medicine Summer Scientific Meeting 2024
Register for the Day 1 of the Faculty of Public Health Medicine Summer Scientific Meeting 2024
Register for the Day 2 of the Faculty of Public Health Medicine Summer Scientific Meeting 2024
Date and time
Tuesday 21 May and Wednesday 22 May 2024
Event location
Online and in person - Royal College of Physicians of Ireland, No. 6 Kildare Street, Dublin 2
Webinar details
Join us for the Faculty of Public Health Medicine Annual Summer Scientific Meeting, taking place on 21 and 22 May 2024. This event promises an invaluable opportunity for attendees to stay updated about the latest developments in public health, directly from experts in the field.
The meeting will include a variety of Long and Short Oral Presentations and winners will be announced during the event. There will be Poster Tours on both days where authors will present their work.
Contact details
Telephone: +353 1 8639721
Watch back: Every Move Counts Webinar - National Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour Guidelines for Ireland
Watch back the Every Move Counts Webinar on YouTube
Webinar details
The HSE and Department of Health have published new National Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour guidelines for Ireland. The new guidelines provide evidence based recommendations for everyone on the amount and types of physical activity to gain health benefits, as well as recommendations for reducing sedentary behaviour. To create awareness about the new guidelines, HSE Health & Wellbeing hosted a webinar on Tuesday 12th March 2024. During this webinar you will hear about the new guidelines, key messages for public and professionals, the evidence and process for developing the guidelines and the role the guidelines play in enabling more people to be more active, more often.
Thank you for your support, and if you require any further information please email HSE Health and Wellbeing on Healthandwellbeing.communications@hse.ie.