We're not on X anymore – formerly @PifOnline

PIF is no longer active on X. You can still access all our resources at pifonline.org.uk. View PIF TICK Trusted Information Creators at piftick.org.uk/members/tick-m…. Follow us at Patient Information Forum (PIF) on LinkedIn and @pifonline.bsky.social on Bluesky.

This event is open to all and is part of our activity for #HIW2025. Health Information Week is a national, multi-sector campaign promoting high-quality information for patients and the public. PIF is a partner in the week which runs 20-26 January 2025. @Healthinfoweek

Booking is now open for our next free webinar: Tackling health #misinformation and understanding #HealthLiteracy. We will joined by an expert panel of speakers from @UniofNottingham @IpsosUK @CityUniLondon and @SelfCareForum. Find out more and book here pifonline.org.uk/training-event…

@Liz_ORiordan @bbcworldservice @drg1985 @parthaskar We've just been reading this article on the BBC website Liz. Well done for helping to raise awareness of the harm this type of misinformation can do.

Finally people are cottoning on to the dangers of podcasts spreading health misinformation @bbcworldservice @drg1985 @parthaskar bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…

New @Pers_Care_Inst research finds more than 4 in 10 people report being given 'unsuitable' health advice, as it was not personalised to them. In response, the PCI has launched a new education and advice hub on using personalised care to improve health. personalisedcareinstitute.org.uk/personalised-c…

🌟 @cftrust Cystic Fibrosis Trust is now PIF TICK re-certified This means their health information continues to be: - Evidence-based - Up-to-date - Easy to use and understand Get PIF TICK certified: pifonline.org.uk/pif-tick/how-t… #HealthInformation #PIFTick

Last week we submitted our response to the Government's consultation on the NHS 10-Year Health plan.  PIF wants to see the development of a #HealthLiteracy friendly NHS which people can navigate with confidence. Read our response in full here: pifonline.org.uk/news/pif-nhs-p…

🌟 @futuredreamss Future Dreams is now PIF TICK certified This means their health information is: - Evidence-based - Up-to-date - Easy to use and understand Get PIF TICK certified: pifonline.org.uk/pif-tick/how-t… #HealthInformation #PIFTick

🚨 Half of UK adults struggle to find trusted health info, yet 80% believe better access could improve their health. #Interoperability can help give people the info they need for better care. Let’s make it happen! Read more from @PiFonline: pifonline.org.uk/resources/know… #HealthTech

@ProfRecordSB @IpsosUK Thanks for sharing!

Adults in the UK are struggling to find health information they can trust. Knowledge is Power report by @PiFonline & @IpsosUK offers new insights into information access, trusted sources, communication with healthcare professionals and the impact of misinformation: pifonline.org.uk/resources/know…

Did you know #KnowledgeIsPower features case studies demonstrating the impact of verified #HealthInformation? Download the report to read more about projects by @NRAS_UK @Cognitant, @EIDOhealthcare, @NHSNotts and @DiabetesUK. pifonline.org.uk/resources/know…

🌟 @DRWFDiabetes The Diabetes Research & Wellness Foundation is now PIF TICK re-certified This means their health information continues to be: - Evidence-based - Up-to-date - Easy to use and understand Get PIF TICK certified: pifonline.org.uk/pif-tick/how-t… #HealthInformation #PIFTick

🌟 @SMA_UK_ Spinal Muscular Atrophy UK is now PIF TICK re-certified This means their health information continues to be: - Evidence-based - Up-to-date - Easy to use and understand Get PIF TICK certified: pifonline.org.uk/pif-tick/how-t… #HealthInformation #PIFTick

🌟 @asthmalunguk Asthma + Lung UK is now PIF TICK certified This means their health information is: - Evidence-based - Up-to-date - Easy to use and understand Get PIF TICK certified: pifonline.org.uk/pif-tick/how-t… #HealthInformation #PIFTick

We'd also like to welcome the organisations which signed up for the PIF TICK in November. Good luck with your assessments @IpsenGroup and HeliosX!

Congratulations to the following organisations which all received their #PIFTick recertification in November. 🙌 Well done to @BreastCancerNow, @tweetcldf, @MyelomaUK, @Pituitary_org, @SMA_UK_ and @YoungMinds. piftick.org.uk/2024/12/02/pif…

🌟@drazizasesay Dr Aziza Sesay is now PIF TICK certified. This means her health information is: - Evidence-based - Up-to-date - Easy to use and understand We are excited to have her on board as a PIF TICK ambassador too! 🔗pifonline.org.uk/pif-tick/how-t… #HealthInformation #PIFTick

🌟 @MyelomaUK is now PIF TICK re-certified This means their health information continues to be: - Evidence-based - Up-to-date - Easy to use and understand Get PIF TICK certified: pifonline.org.uk/pif-tick/how-t… #HealthInformation #PIFTick

@CPOC_News @thebodycoach @JKDhesi @GeriSoc @GSTTnhs @totallytigers @scarlettmcnally @rcgp @PeriopRCN @Assoc_Anaes Fantastic resources and we love the picture @JKDhesi!

Exercising before surgery can boost recovery post op. True for everyone but particularly for older patients. @thebodycoach Joe Wicks talks to @JKDhesi - Deputy Director of @CPOC_News - about the importance of fitness before surgery. 👇 ow.ly/gZnM50UhSc1 @GeriSoc @GSTTnhs