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The Role of Adjuvant Corneal Cross-linking in the Management of Infectious Keratitis: An OCT-Based Assessment Study
Stapleton F, Edwards K, Keay L. Risk factors for moderate and severe microbial keratitis in daily wear contact lens users. Ophthalmology. 2012;119(8):1516–21. Article PubMed Google Scholar Wong RL, Gangwani RA, Yu LW. New treatments for bacterial keratitis. J Ophthalmol. 2012;2012:46–55. Article Google Scholar Wang L, Wang L, Han L. Study of pathogens of fungal keratitis and thesensitivity of pathogenic fungi to therapeutic agents with the disk diffusion method. Curr Eye Res. 2015;40(11):1095–101.
Correction: Gatekeepers of immunity: mechanisms and regulation of immune checkpoints and their role in immune-privileged sites - Molecular Biology Reports
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Infection prevention and control in burns services: guidance from the Healthcare Infection Society
aUniversity Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, Birmingham, UK bMid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust, Chelmsford, UK cRetired Consultant Clinical Scientist, UK dUniversity Hospitals Bristol NHS Foundation Trust, Bristol, UK eIndependent Microbiology Consultant, UK fBirmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust, Birmingham, UK gChelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK hQueen Victoria Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, East Grinstead, UK iHealthcare...
Human Factors application, decision making, team working and leadership in Surgical Oncology
Keywords human factors medical error surgery communication teamwork culture Get full text access Log in, subscribe or purchase for full access. References 1. Wiegmann DA, Shappell SA,. A human error approach to aviation accident analysis: the Human Factors Analysis and Classification System. 2003. Taylor Francis, London, UK. eBook ISBN 9781315263878. 2. Brennan, P.A. ∙ Mitchell, D.A. ∙ Holmes, S. ...
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Region's heroes honoured at Make a Difference Awards
September 30, 2024 at 3:59 PM Eight community heroes from across Surrey and Sussex have been honoured at a BBC awards event. The winners of the Make a Difference Awards were revealed at a ceremony at Ashdown Park Hotel, near East Grinstead, West Sussex. Parnita Senjit, whose therapy dog Lil’ Leo won the animal category in its first year at the awards, said she feels “blessed” that Leo’s hard work has been recognised.
Soroptimist International of East Grinstead Launches Anti-spiking Campaign
On 25 February this year, The Sunday Times Magazine reported on the issue of Spiking, calling it ‘The hidden epidemic in Britain’s Bars’. In 2022-2023, the first year that the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) collected data, there were 6,732 spiking incidents reported, 4,643 administered by drink, 957 by needle and the rest by unspecified means. Since a considerable number of cases go unreported, the true figures are likely to be much higher.
St Catherine’s Hospice has Opened a Wonderful New Shop in the Heart of East Grinstead
“We’re thrilled to open our doors to the public. The people of East Grinstead really care about St Catherine’s, and their support makes such a difference to those we look after.
Financial Education Platform: Debt Elimination & Investment Guide Launched
— The financial education platform has released a detailed roadmap for developing financial literacy in the span of two to three years. Those without sufficient knowledge of the financial industry will find WealthBuilder’s guide to be a useful resource as they work towards financial independence.
Giving Children The Chance To Be Themselves
That’s where CREW Camp comes in. Run by volunteers, the camp is open to children who have been a patient at Queen Victoria Hospital. It is funded by QVH Charity so the cost of sending your child is one less thing for parents to worry about. CREW stands for Challenging Recreational Experience Weekend and is a once-a-year chance for children to be children and meet others who may have similar injuries and experiences. And the impact of CREW Camp is phenomenal.
An exquisitely painful fingertip lesion
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East Grinstead Autumn Charity Dinners
Held by the founder of EG Bee, Nicolas Castiglione, several of these charity dinners took place this time last year, and earlier this Spring, here’s what you need to know about this year’s Autumn dinners. In the last year, there have been upwards of 10 dinners held at various restaurants across East Grinstead and the surrounding areas. These were to support local charities in the form of an enjoyable and cheap night for those who wanted to contribute.
Behind the Scenes at Forest Row Repair Café
Since being founded by Sara and Tony in 2018, Sara has handled the lion’s share of all the invisible work that goes into running an efficient operation and navigating the complex regulations around it. Taking over from Sara, none of us knew what that might entail until she sent over her ‘crib sheet’ – a spreadsheet jam-packed with what to do and when. There were articles to write and social media posts to create, in order to ensure a good flow of customers each month.
Singing Mamas - Forest Row
Singing Mamas was started by nurse, Kate Valentine in 2010. Kate was a mother of young children and singing in a group was how she managed stress and found connection and joy. Relocating to a new area, she couldn’t find a choir where her children would be welcome so a friend persuaded her to start a singing group where mothers could bring their little ones and Singing Mamas was born. The movement grew by word of mouth.
East Grinstead Food and Drink Trail
£2 from every card sale goes directly to the East Grinstead Food Bank, helping local people in crisis, and each visit on the Trail helps promote and celebrate our amazing local businesses. From Felcourt all the way to Forest Row, there’s plenty of treats to be had, ending at the St Mary’s beer festival on Saturday 9th September.
International, prospective cohort study comparing non-absorbable versus absorbable sutures for skin surgery: CANVAS service evaluation
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Oral nicotinamide for non-melanoma skin cancers: A review - Eye
Mahajan AS, Arikatla VS, Thyagarajan A, Zhelay T, Sahu RP, Kemp MG, et al. Creatine and Nicotinamide Prevent Oxidant-Induced Senescence in Human Fibroblasts. Nutrients. 2021 Nov [cited 2022 Jan 10];13. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8622652/. Yiasemides E, Sivapirabu G, Halliday GM, Park J, Damian DL. Oral nicotinamide protects against ultraviolet radiation-induced immunosuppression in humans. Carcinogenesis. 2009;30:101–5. CAS PubMed Google Scholar Chen AC, Damian DL.
Response to: Cost and time resourcing for ophthalmic simulation in the UK: a Royal College of Ophthalmologists’ National Survey of regional Simulation Leads in 2021 | Eye
To the Editor: Lockington et al. highlight the vital role of simulation in training, and its reliance on goodwill and ad-hoc funding [1]. The COVID-19 pandemic created breaks in cataract surgical training that could potentially have negatively impacted trainee confidence and complication rates. We therefore undertook an educational initiative to support recommencing cataract surgery.
Comment on: ‘Addressing post-operative Mask-associated Dry Eye (MADE)’ - Eye
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Comment on: Recurrent upper eyelid trachomatous entropion repair: long-term efficacy of a five-step approach - Eye
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Bacteriostatic preserved saline for pain-free periocular injections: review - Eye
Abstract We review evidence regarding the use of 0.9% benzyl alcohol in 0.9% sodium chloride solution for periocular injections (‘preserved saline’) including botulinum toxin A injections and local anaesthesia. A literature search was undertaken using search terms ‘bacteriostatic saline’, ‘benzyl-alcohol saline’, ‘benzyl alcohol sodium chloride’ and ‘preserved saline’. Bibliographies identified further sources. There have been 62 studies published on the subject of preserved-saline since 1928.
Are electronic medical records a medicolegal risk to the oculoplastic surgeon? A survey of British Oculoplastic Surgery Society Members - Eye
Electronic Medical Records (EMRs) are used increasingly throughout medicine, with 45.3% of ophthalmology units reporting use in 2017 [1]; external pressures including pandemic-induced new ways of working may soon render them compulsory. With widely publicised benefits and challenges of EMR across specialities and nations [2,3,4], the Royal College of Ophthalmologists (RCOphth) issued standards EMR systems should meet to optimise usage [5].
Correction: The watery eye quality of life (WEQOL) questionnaire: a patient-reported outcome measure for surgically amenable epiphora - Eye
Correction: The watery eye quality of life (WEQOL) questionnaire: a patient-reported outcome measure for surgically amenable epiphora ORCID: orcid.org/0000-0002-0833-15201,2, Paul Rainsbury1,3, Jeremy J.
Sales Advisor | BikeBiz
Richard Setters 18th May 2021 Sales Advisor – London and East Grinstead Job Title: Sales Advisor – Full and Part time Salary Bracket: DOE Location: London and East Grinstead Respond to: london.jobs@onyourbike.com Job Description Due to our continued success and the expansion of our store at London Bridge coupled with our intention to open a further shop in Sussex/Surrey as a sister store to our East Grinstead Shop, we are looking for a number of Full and Part time roles, as well as possible...
Senior Cycle Mechanic - BikeBiz
Richard Setters 16th May 2021 Senior Cycle Mechanic – London and East Grinstead Job Title: Senior Cycle Mechanic Salary Bracket: £27,000 to £33,000 DOE Location: London and East Grinstead Respond to: london.jobs@onyourbike.com Job Description Due to our continued success and the expansion of our store at London Bridge coupled with our intention to open a further shop in Sussex/Surrey as a sister store to our East Grinstead Shop, we are looking for a number of Full time Senior Mechanics, as...
Interim HR Director
Keywords Location Posted on 19 March 2021 We’re looking for an outstanding Interim HR Director to join a rapidly growing organisation in East Grinstead. As trusted specialists in their industry, demand for their services is at an all-time high, and they are investing significantly in an ambitious international business growth and development plan. This key role will be pivotal in the delivery of the company growth strategy.
Investigating the appropriateness of surgical endodontic referrals to a West Sussex regional referral unit
Abstract Aim To audit the appropriateness, after triage, of surgical endodontic referrals to Queen Victoria Hospital, a regional referral unit in West Sussex. To discuss the current referral pathway with the aim of improving general dental practitioner (GDP) understanding of indications for surgical endodontics via the referral process. Methodology A three-year retrospective review of all surgical endodontic referrals made to Queen Victoria Hospital, East Grinstead was completed.
A Part-time Care Assistant/Part-time Artist Starts New Project to Honour Our Soldiers
Kirsty is a healthcare assistant from East Grinstead, who in her spare time paints canvases, predominantly of soldiers and poppies. When she isn’t working her day job at Queen Victoria Hospital in East Grinstead, Kirsty Chapman spends her days creating beautiful art dedicated to war veterans and our fallen soldiers.
Characteristics and outcomes of hip fractures in lower limb amputees
Highlights • Lower limb amputees, regardless of age are at an increased risk of developing fragility fractures of the neck of femur. • We compared patients with hip fractures and previous lower limb amputation with a cohort of standard hip fracture patients. • Results showed that seventy percent of amputees returned to their previous level of mobility and prior residence. • Mortality in the amputee group was higher but pain and mobility were comparable in both groups.
Stuart Simmonds – The Former Pro Cricketer Turned Children’s Author | RH Uncovered
You may have heard of Stuart as he is an accomplished professional cricketer and sports coach and now runs a property business from his home in East Grinstead. By Jamie Di Francescomarino Having long considered writing children’s books based on a promise made to his daughter when she was just five, last year he presented her with the first edition drafts on her 21st birthday. The series of 7 books titled “Hannah the Spanner” have been very popular across the nation.
QVH Charity Marks NHS Birthday with a Thank You to Supporters
To mark the 72nd birthday of our beloved national health service, QVH Charity wants to say a special thank you not only to staff at Queen Victoria Hospital (QVH) but to all the local people and companies who have generously supported the charity. This year has been the most challenging in the history of the NHS, with hospitals finding ways to deliver services differently during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Cancer Patients Receiving Timely Surgery Thanks to Queen Victoria Hospital
Queen Victoria Hospital (QVH) was the first designated cancer surgical hub to open in the South East of England back in April. With regionally and nationally recognised expertise in treating patients with high-risk cancers (head and neck, skin and breast) it was chosen as a hub to receive referrals from hospitals across Kent, Surrey and Sussex.
Support For Businesses During The Coronavirus (Covid-19) Outbreak
Kevin Stewart, Business Unit Leader Revenues and Benefits Mid Sussex District Council has sent East Grinstead Business Association the Support for Business During the Coronavirus (Covid-19) Outbreak document produced by the Parliamentary Research Team (produced specifically for MP’s but is a publicly published document) which may be informative for you and other businesses. If you would like to receive a copy of this document, please let me know sam@egba.co.uk and I can send it to you.
Family Fun At The Heavy Horse And Country Show
A new Horse of the Year Show qualifier class and the largest parade of heavy horses in Southern England will feature at the annual Heavy Horse and Country Show at the East Bysshe Showground, Blindley Heath RH7 6LF. This year the massive two day event will take place on the first weekend in May, moving from the usual early May Bank Holiday period to Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd May.
The Mid Sussex Marathon Announces Partnership With NSPCC
February 20, 2020 · posted by Sara Whatley · in Burgess Hill, Charity, East Grinstead, February 2020, Haywards Heath, Running Now in its ninth year, The Mid Sussex Marathon Weekend is delighted to partner with the NSPCC for this years event. Taking place 23rd – 25th May 2020 Mid Sussex Marathon Weekend will see participants tackle a marathon distance over three days.
‘Let’s Do It’ Raise Thousands For Jigsaw (South East)
A group of fundraising friends from West Sussex have donated a phenomenal £3,124 to a child bereavement charity. East Grinstead based Let’s Do It (LDI) began just three years ago when founders Bela and Gareth Morris decided to organise monthly challenges and activities to raise money for charities serving their community. Nicole Collingwood of LDI said: “We initially focussed on sporting challenges and the name ‘Let’s Do it’ was to encourage people to get off the sofa and get involved.
Buy A New Home At Charters Village And Have A party!
December 2, 2019 · posted by Sara Whatley · in December 2019, East Grinstead, House and Home, Property, Retirement Developer Retirement Villages Group will host a house-warming party for family and friends for anyone who snaps up one of the last remaining new build properties at Charters Village in East Grinstead. Keen to sell the final homes, the developer is also offering to pay costly stamp duty fees and provide £3,000 interior design vouchers.
Step Into A 1930s Christmas At Standen
November 10, 2019 · posted by Sara Whatley · in Christmas, East Grinstead, November 2019 Step into a 1930s Christmas party already in full-swing with music and dancing, and be immersed into the sights and sounds of family festivities at Standen. Discover each room in the house dressed for a 1930s Christmas and feel like one of the Beale’s guests this festive season, whether dancing, writing Christmas lists or stepping into a food fight.
Musical Winter Tree Sets A Magical Tone At Standen
November 7, 2019 · posted by Sara Whatley · in Chichester, East Grinstead, November 2019 This year, artists Mark Nixon and Viliina Koivisto are turning the Winter Tree at Standen House and Garden into a spectacular musical instrument bringing fun and sparkle to the house courtyard this Christmas.
Autumn Arts & Crafts In East Grinstead on Tuesday 29th October
East Grinstead Museum will be opening on Tuesday 29th October to host our special half-term family fun day The theme is ‘Autumn Arts & Crafts’ There will be seasonally themed crafts and games for all the family. Create, colour, stick, make and play. Come and join us for a day full of different animals. Suitable for ages 4+. Drop in throughout the day, 10.30am – 3pm (all children must remain accompanied by a parent or guardian). Price £3 per child
The East Grinstead Museum Rainbow Quiz
by Dorothy Hatswell (Museum Trustee and Quiz Host) Organised in conjunction with Friends of East Grinstead Museum, we present our first ever rainbow quiz where all questions and answers are inspired by colour. This is a general knowledge quiz based on the colours of the rainbow. All rounds have mixed subjects, so where do you play your joker, on your favourite colour or number? The afternoon will be held at CJ’s Cafe Bar, East Grinstead and should be filled with lots of fun at laughter.
Kittens Found Dumped In Cardboard Box On Ashdown Forest
Four tiny kittens found dumped in a cardboard box on the Ashdown Forest are recovering after being rushed to Cats Protection’s National Cat Adoption Centre. The four-week-old kittens were discovered by a dog walker last weekend, just a couple of days before heavy rain lashed the area. As well as being abandoned, the kittens were all found to have deformed stumpy tails and one has an abnormally formed leg which will need to be amputated.
The Need for Routine Investigation of Masseter Function After Masseteric Nerve Harvest With the Borschel Method
The masseteric nerve is increasingly used for nerve transfers to reanimate facial movements, and imaging studies have shown a postoperative reduction in masseteric muscle bulk, but this finding has not been correlated clinically.1 Testing this nerve transfer approach with reference to a specific technique (the Borschel method), we sought to determine whether routine postoperative assessment of the masseter muscle with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or electromyography (EMG) is necessary in...
Top Kat's 1,000 Mile Cycle To Raise Money For Bereaved Children
“I know two little girls who’ve shown me exactly what bravery looks like. Aged six and eight, they lost their mother last year,” says Katharine (Kat) Wray. “Not only are they courageous, they are loving, kind and have a sense of humour that has the ability to make me laugh harder than most people I know,” she adds. Kat met Becky Power and another friend, Mike Nolan, through a shared passion for cycling. In 2017, Mike’s wife, Dawn, was diagnosed with bowel cancer and died 18 months later, aged 42.
Battle Of Britain Anniversary
15th September was the decisive day of the Battle of Britain and 2019 marks the 79th anniversary. East Grinstead has great and lasting connections with the brave airman of the battle as many of them were treated for injuries sustained, mostly burns, at the Queen Victoria Hospital by pioneering plastic surgeon Sir Archibald McIndoe.
Rogue Landlords Prosecuted For Providing Squalid Living Conditions
A couple in East Grinstead have been prosecuted after renting out a property that contained a number of serious hazards and defects. Mr Hamedur Choudhury and his wife Mrs Roshon Choudhury let out two flats and staff accommodation above the Nizam restaurant at 42-44 High Street, East Grinstead.
All Onboard For Crawley Mariners Junior Helm Week
The 2019 OnBoard Junior Helm Week at Crawley Mariners saw 65 young sailors take to Hedgecourt Lake near Felbridge for lots of fun and sailing in all different wind conditions. The week in July was entirely run by volunteers, and marks one of the highlights in the calendar for young Crawley Mariners. Daniela Campbell from the club says: “As usual, Hedgecourt Lake served up a variety of wind and weather conditions meaning there was plenty of opportunity for capsizing.
Mid Sussex Towns Secure Green Flag Awards
August 7, 2019 · posted by Sara Whatley · in August 2019, Burgess Hill, East Grinstead, Haywards Heath A prestigious Green Flag will fly in every Mid Sussex town for the very first time. East Court and Ashplats Wood in East Grinstead has been recognised by the Green Flag Award Scheme as one of the very best green spaces in the world. The popular park and woodland joins St Johns Park in Burgess Hill and Beech Hurst Gardens in Haywards Heath in achieving Green Flag status.
Veg Growing Inspiration & Tasting Days At Standen
August 4, 2019 · posted by Sara Whatley · in August 2019, East Grinstead, Gardening, History Veg growing inspiration – 663kg from plot to plate Kitchen gardener Carolyn Hibbert and her dedicated team of volunteers take pride in showing visitors the joys of growing their own fruit and veg at Standen the National Trust’s Arts and Crafts house and garden in West Sussex.
Mid-Sussex Timber Celebrates Its 90th Anniversary
July 24, 2019 · posted by Sara Whatley · in Crowborough, East Grinstead, Forest Row, Haywards Heath, House and Home, July 2019 Mid-Sussex Timber saw in an outstanding milestone this year, as it proudly celebrated its 90th year in business. Since 1929,Mid-Sussex Timber has been supplying directly imported Timber to the Building Trade & Retail markets and is now one of the largest stockists in Sussex.
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