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Our People Podcast by South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

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Our People Podcast: Martha’s Rule Live Special

In this special live episode of Our People Podcast, recorded at the Patient Safety and Safeguarding Conference 2025 as part of Safetember, we shine a spotlight on Martha’s Rule - a vital initiative putting patient and family voices at the heart of care.

Discover expert insights from Phillip O'Donnell, Consultant in Emergency Medicine & Pre-Hospital Emergency Medicine, and Lisa Hobbs, Martha’s Rule Project Lead.

You’ll also hear from a panel of dedicated NHS staff sharing real-world experiences of implementing Martha’s Rule in clinical practice—plus a live audience Q&A session.

Named after 13-year-old Martha Mills, who tragically died of sepsis after her family’s concerns weren’t acted upon, Martha’s Rule aims to prevent avoidable harm ... 

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