BBC Journalist, mum and optimistic soul, Loves London - although happiest by the sea.
London, UK
Joined July 2010
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Vicki Loader retweeted
Specialist ADHD services for adults in England are stopping taking on new patients as they struggle to cope with demand
#BBCBreakfast spoke to comedian Johnny Vegas after a BBC investigation identified 15 local areas that have closed waiting lists and another 31 that have introduced tighter criteria, making it more difficult to access support
bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c4gp…
Are you interested in the state of services for #adhd in the uk ? The NHS says it’s because of “historic neglect” and needs transforming.
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Highlighting the chaos of #ADHD services on the NHS . On the day NHSE says there’s been “historic neglect “ which needs transforming.
This is a woman with secondary cancer living with a terminal diagnosis who can’t get the drug to extend her life . NICE say they have a “very difficult job” . More here
bbc.com/news/articles/c7v6g9…
Vicki Loader retweeted
For telling their powerful stories - and demonstrating why this story is so important - you have @cathburns, @MsVickiLoader and many others to thank.
The trust in Sheffield has said it has not been providing a good enough service.
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Vicki Loader retweeted
We're thrilled to launch our programme for this year's Festival!📚🌳
With incredible speakers including Alan Bennett, Michael Palin, @Elif_Safak, @CarolineLucas and more, we can't wait to welcome you back to Queen's Park.
Discover the full programme: queensparkbookfestival.co.uk…
Hi I’m at the conf today. Would love to catch up with you about ADHD referrals . I’m looking into this for BBC Health at the moment .
Vicki Loader retweeted
My daughter 31 with CF and AATD is going into surgery for her liver transplant at 8.00 am this morning Addenbrookes, Cambridge . Over 2years waiting . Wish her well.
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Update on Sarah's liver transplant which started at Addenbrookes at 7.30 this morning . All going well ATM another 3 hours to go estimated.
Thanks to the brilliant team behind this - the dilemma of how to decide who gets a life-saving transplant when there’s a shortage of donors. bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/p09qf…
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@MsVickiLoader and I did this progress report on the promise to build 40 new hospitals by 2030. 2 are finished, 5 in construction and 33 have not started building. Trusts want urgent clarity. Ministers insist they are still committed to the pledge.
bbc.co.uk/news/health-656079…
Vicki Loader retweeted
New Alzheimer's drug slows disease by a third
bbc.co.uk/news/health-654719…
Huge thank you via @EastMidRailway to whoever handed in a large green leather purse today at St Panc. I’d cancelled my cards but just getting the purse and other contents back was a fabulous surprise !
Vicki Loader retweeted
..potentially exciting news for Lewisham musicians and fans of live music! #livemusic #catford #lewishamgigs
Todays the day that we’re able to announce our plans for a community owned music venue in Lewisham
We met with the Mayor @damienegan this morning to discuss the site which is situated in the heart of Catford, all the details will be revealed tonight at our community meeting 🧡
