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Build technology with the end- in mind - RCOT comment on King's Fund report
By: RCOT 01 August, 2024
Head of Practice and Workforce at the Royal College of Occupational Therapists, Suhailah Mohamed comments on the King’s Fund report out today.
GPs and OTs must work together – comment from RCOT
By: RCOT 01 August, 2024
Commenting on the announcement of the proposed recruitment of 1,000 more GPs this year.
Change won't happen by itself
By: RCOT 29 July, 2024
For Disability Pride Month 2024, Georgia Vine reflects on a lifetime of living in an ableist society. She urges us all to recognise what systemic ableism means and to think about how as individuals and collectively we can act as an ally by doing something about it, big or small.
Applications for the Innovation Seed Fund have now closed
By: RCOT 28 June, 2024
All funds have now been allocated for the Innovation Seed Fund, so we’re unable to accept any more applications.
What it means for me to be an ally to the LGBTQIA+ community
By: RCOT 05 June, 2024
Savania (Sav) China – our Head of Inclusion and Involvement – has spent many years thinking, writing and talking about Equity, Diversity and Belonging (EDB).
Our placement journey with RCOT
By: RCOT 09 May, 2024
Hear from two OT students on placement with RCOT: Miriam Smyth and Orla Irwin
Almost half of UK adults' sex lives impacted by health problems
By: RCOT 09 February, 2024
Our survey reveals the impact of health problems on people's sex lives, intimacy, and relationships
OT in action: Becca
By: RCOT 11 January, 2024
Read about Becca Chatterton's journey from psychology to becoming an occupational therapy student, exploring her placements, challenges, and learning experiences. Discover why a career in OT could be the right fit for you.
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