Dr Michael Farquhar
@drmikefarquhar.bsky.social
Consultant in Sleep Medicine, Evelina London Children's Hospital/GSTT. #FightFatigue RainbowNHSBadge. He/Him. 🏴🏳️🌈
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Hello BlueSky!
My name's Mike Farquhar and I'm a consultant in paediatric sleep medicine at Evelina London Children's Hospital, part of @gstt-nhs.bsky.social
I mainly talk about children's sleep, the impact of shiftwork and fatigue for NHS staff, and LGBT+ health
Some resources in thread below:
My name's Mike Farquhar and I'm a consultant in paediatric sleep medicine at Evelina London Children's Hospital, part of @gstt-nhs.bsky.social
I mainly talk about children's sleep, the impact of shiftwork and fatigue for NHS staff, and LGBT+ health
Some resources in thread below:
Reposted by Dr Michael Farquhar
Did you catch Amy Ferguson's, our Network Manager, talk at British Sleep Society conference?
Don't worry you can catch up with some of the details about our recent PSP here: www.circadianmentalhealth.org/post/top-10-...
#BSS2025
Don't worry you can catch up with some of the details about our recent PSP here: www.circadianmentalhealth.org/post/top-10-...
#BSS2025
November 6, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Did you catch Amy Ferguson's, our Network Manager, talk at British Sleep Society conference?
Don't worry you can catch up with some of the details about our recent PSP here: www.circadianmentalhealth.org/post/top-10-...
#BSS2025
Don't worry you can catch up with some of the details about our recent PSP here: www.circadianmentalhealth.org/post/top-10-...
#BSS2025
Really sad to learn of the sudden death of Prof Malcom von Schantz.
I had the fortune to work with Malcolm on a couple of projects and his warmth, knowledge, insight, generosity, kindness and humour were always a welcome addition to any group.
A huge loss to sleep medicine. RIP
I had the fortune to work with Malcolm on a couple of projects and his warmth, knowledge, insight, generosity, kindness and humour were always a welcome addition to any group.
A huge loss to sleep medicine. RIP
November 5, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Really sad to learn of the sudden death of Prof Malcom von Schantz.
I had the fortune to work with Malcolm on a couple of projects and his warmth, knowledge, insight, generosity, kindness and humour were always a welcome addition to any group.
A huge loss to sleep medicine. RIP
I had the fortune to work with Malcolm on a couple of projects and his warmth, knowledge, insight, generosity, kindness and humour were always a welcome addition to any group.
A huge loss to sleep medicine. RIP
We have a 5PA locum consultant post opportunity in the sleep service at Evelina London Children's Hospital
Details here: apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/7...
Details here: apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/7...
Locum Paediatric Sleep Consultant | Job advert | Trac
apps.trac.jobs
August 14, 2025 at 11:53 AM
We have a 5PA locum consultant post opportunity in the sleep service at Evelina London Children's Hospital
Details here: apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/7...
Details here: apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/7...
Reposted by Dr Michael Farquhar
On the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia, we stand in solidarity with all members of the #LGBTQ+ community living with or affected by #HIV. Now more than ever, this #IDAHOBIT2025 we will fight for the dignity, health and freedom of trans people.
May 17, 2025 at 8:00 AM
On the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia, we stand in solidarity with all members of the #LGBTQ+ community living with or affected by #HIV. Now more than ever, this #IDAHOBIT2025 we will fight for the dignity, health and freedom of trans people.
Reposted by Dr Michael Farquhar
#IDAHOBIT (International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia) is here!
An opportunity to highlight our voices and experiences. As LGBTQ+ people and allies, we have the power to advocate for what's a fairer future. Join us in fighting back against all forms of hate: www.lgbt.foundation🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
An opportunity to highlight our voices and experiences. As LGBTQ+ people and allies, we have the power to advocate for what's a fairer future. Join us in fighting back against all forms of hate: www.lgbt.foundation🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
May 17, 2025 at 8:05 AM
#IDAHOBIT (International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia) is here!
An opportunity to highlight our voices and experiences. As LGBTQ+ people and allies, we have the power to advocate for what's a fairer future. Join us in fighting back against all forms of hate: www.lgbt.foundation🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
An opportunity to highlight our voices and experiences. As LGBTQ+ people and allies, we have the power to advocate for what's a fairer future. Join us in fighting back against all forms of hate: www.lgbt.foundation🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
Reposted by Dr Michael Farquhar
Today is International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersex-phobia, and Transphobia
The theme this year is "the Power of Communities" to highlight the strength and resilience that emerges from our collective solidarity.
Something much needed in those darkening times
#idahobit
The theme this year is "the Power of Communities" to highlight the strength and resilience that emerges from our collective solidarity.
Something much needed in those darkening times
#idahobit
May 17, 2025 at 8:29 AM
Today is International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersex-phobia, and Transphobia
The theme this year is "the Power of Communities" to highlight the strength and resilience that emerges from our collective solidarity.
Something much needed in those darkening times
#idahobit
The theme this year is "the Power of Communities" to highlight the strength and resilience that emerges from our collective solidarity.
Something much needed in those darkening times
#idahobit
Reposted by Dr Michael Farquhar
Today is #IDAHOBIT @may17org.bsky.social.
The international day against homophobia, biphobia, interphobia and transphobia.
As seen in the UK LGBTQIA rights aren’t guaranteed and can regress.
May 17th is a day to stand forward and pledge your support with LGBTQIA people everywhere.
#LoveIsLove
The international day against homophobia, biphobia, interphobia and transphobia.
As seen in the UK LGBTQIA rights aren’t guaranteed and can regress.
May 17th is a day to stand forward and pledge your support with LGBTQIA people everywhere.
#LoveIsLove
May 17, 2025 at 1:24 PM
Today is #IDAHOBIT @may17org.bsky.social.
The international day against homophobia, biphobia, interphobia and transphobia.
As seen in the UK LGBTQIA rights aren’t guaranteed and can regress.
May 17th is a day to stand forward and pledge your support with LGBTQIA people everywhere.
#LoveIsLove
The international day against homophobia, biphobia, interphobia and transphobia.
As seen in the UK LGBTQIA rights aren’t guaranteed and can regress.
May 17th is a day to stand forward and pledge your support with LGBTQIA people everywhere.
#LoveIsLove
Reposted by Dr Michael Farquhar
17th May is the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexism and Transphobia.
The date commemorates the World Health Organisation’s decision in 1990 to remove homosexuality from its classification of diseases.
We exist. We don’t need a cure.
#IDAHOBIT
The date commemorates the World Health Organisation’s decision in 1990 to remove homosexuality from its classification of diseases.
We exist. We don’t need a cure.
#IDAHOBIT
May 17, 2025 at 7:36 AM
17th May is the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexism and Transphobia.
The date commemorates the World Health Organisation’s decision in 1990 to remove homosexuality from its classification of diseases.
We exist. We don’t need a cure.
#IDAHOBIT
The date commemorates the World Health Organisation’s decision in 1990 to remove homosexuality from its classification of diseases.
We exist. We don’t need a cure.
#IDAHOBIT
Reposted by Dr Michael Farquhar
Last year, we were on 52%. Six points dropped in a year.
And politicians are surprised they’re banned from representing their parties at pride this year.
And politicians are surprised they’re banned from representing their parties at pride this year.
May 14, 2025 at 7:17 AM
Last year, we were on 52%. Six points dropped in a year.
And politicians are surprised they’re banned from representing their parties at pride this year.
And politicians are surprised they’re banned from representing their parties at pride this year.
Reposted by Dr Michael Farquhar
In 2015, the UK was the leading country on LGBTI human rights in Europe according to IGLA-Europe, with 86%.
In 2025, we have dropped to 46%.
In 2025, we have dropped to 46%.
May 14, 2025 at 7:04 AM
In 2015, the UK was the leading country on LGBTI human rights in Europe according to IGLA-Europe, with 86%.
In 2025, we have dropped to 46%.
In 2025, we have dropped to 46%.
Not surprising, but very concerning, that the UK is dropping down in the relative ranking of European countries based on their advocacy for, and protection of rights, for LGBT+ people
The #RainbowMap 2025 is live! Find out how 49 European countries rank on LGBTI human rights and see which ones are leading, or falling behind. Check it out now! rainbowmap.ilga-europe.org
May 14, 2025 at 6:46 AM
Not surprising, but very concerning, that the UK is dropping down in the relative ranking of European countries based on their advocacy for, and protection of rights, for LGBT+ people
Really pleased to see this HSSIB report published - we've come a long way in the last decade to try to emphasise how much fatigue affects healthcare delivery in the NHS, and how under-recognised this still is
Hopefully this helps encourage further action
(And Shaun one of the very first to help!)
Hopefully this helps encourage further action
(And Shaun one of the very first to help!)
NHS staff fatigue is a factor in patient harm and deserves urgent attention, warns safety watchdog www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home...
NHS staff fatigue factor in patient harm and deserves urgent attention – report
The report claims staff are fatigued for a variety of reasons, such as excessive workloads, long shifts, not enough rest time and inadequate breaks.
www.independent.co.uk
April 24, 2025 at 9:09 AM
Really pleased to see this HSSIB report published - we've come a long way in the last decade to try to emphasise how much fatigue affects healthcare delivery in the NHS, and how under-recognised this still is
Hopefully this helps encourage further action
(And Shaun one of the very first to help!)
Hopefully this helps encourage further action
(And Shaun one of the very first to help!)
As the UK gets ready for the annual "spring forward" clock change to BST tonight, a good time to remind that @britishsleepsoc.bsky.social - like most sleep science organisations - advocates for Standard Time (GMT) the whole year round ⏰ ☀️
Here's why:
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onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
Here's why:
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onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
<em>Journal of Sleep Research</em> | ESRS Journal | Wiley Online Library
There is an ongoing debate in the United Kingdom and in other countries about whether twice-yearly changes into and out of Daylight Saving Time should be abolished. Opinions are divided about whether...
onlinelibrary.wiley.com
March 29, 2025 at 1:25 PM
As the UK gets ready for the annual "spring forward" clock change to BST tonight, a good time to remind that @britishsleepsoc.bsky.social - like most sleep science organisations - advocates for Standard Time (GMT) the whole year round ⏰ ☀️
Here's why:
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onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
Here's why:
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onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
For Neurodiversity Celebration Week, Dr Deborah Woodman and I spoke with Cathy Walker from The Futures Project podcast about neurodiversity
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shows.acast.com/674afe22d67d...?
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shows.acast.com/674afe22d67d...?
Neurodiversity and Celebrating Difference | The Futures Project Podcast
with Dr Deborah Woodman and Dr Michael Farquhar
shows.acast.com
March 21, 2025 at 11:12 AM
For Neurodiversity Celebration Week, Dr Deborah Woodman and I spoke with Cathy Walker from The Futures Project podcast about neurodiversity
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shows.acast.com/674afe22d67d...?
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shows.acast.com/674afe22d67d...?
Thanks to @steier.bsky.social the text issue on the survey form should now be fixed!
Please do share this survey looking at impact of work (and shift rotations) on sleep with resident doctors, the more data we have the better we can advocate!
@rcpch.bsky.social @britishsleepsoc.bsky.social
Please do share this survey looking at impact of work (and shift rotations) on sleep with resident doctors, the more data we have the better we can advocate!
@rcpch.bsky.social @britishsleepsoc.bsky.social
A @kingscollegelondon.bsky.social team, together with @britishsleepsoc.bsky.social and World Sleep Society, are looking at sleep in medical trainees/resident doctors
Please circulate to anyone why may be interested!
@assocanaes.bsky.social @rcpch.bsky.social
gsttdms.kcl.ac.uk/redcap01/sur...
Please circulate to anyone why may be interested!
@assocanaes.bsky.social @rcpch.bsky.social
gsttdms.kcl.ac.uk/redcap01/sur...
Sleep Survey for Medical Trainees, SSMT
gsttdms.kcl.ac.uk
March 17, 2025 at 10:23 AM
Thanks to @steier.bsky.social the text issue on the survey form should now be fixed!
Please do share this survey looking at impact of work (and shift rotations) on sleep with resident doctors, the more data we have the better we can advocate!
@rcpch.bsky.social @britishsleepsoc.bsky.social
Please do share this survey looking at impact of work (and shift rotations) on sleep with resident doctors, the more data we have the better we can advocate!
@rcpch.bsky.social @britishsleepsoc.bsky.social
A @kingscollegelondon.bsky.social team, together with @britishsleepsoc.bsky.social and World Sleep Society, are looking at sleep in medical trainees/resident doctors
Please circulate to anyone why may be interested!
@assocanaes.bsky.social @rcpch.bsky.social
gsttdms.kcl.ac.uk/redcap01/sur...
Please circulate to anyone why may be interested!
@assocanaes.bsky.social @rcpch.bsky.social
gsttdms.kcl.ac.uk/redcap01/sur...
Sleep Survey for Medical Trainees, SSMT
gsttdms.kcl.ac.uk
March 11, 2025 at 10:34 AM
A @kingscollegelondon.bsky.social team, together with @britishsleepsoc.bsky.social and World Sleep Society, are looking at sleep in medical trainees/resident doctors
Please circulate to anyone why may be interested!
@assocanaes.bsky.social @rcpch.bsky.social
gsttdms.kcl.ac.uk/redcap01/sur...
Please circulate to anyone why may be interested!
@assocanaes.bsky.social @rcpch.bsky.social
gsttdms.kcl.ac.uk/redcap01/sur...
USA has sprung forward for their clock change this last weekend
Though UK change a few weekends away yet, as good a time as any to remind that @britishsleepsoc.bsky.social - like most sleep science organisations - advocates for Standard Time the whole year
onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
Though UK change a few weekends away yet, as good a time as any to remind that @britishsleepsoc.bsky.social - like most sleep science organisations - advocates for Standard Time the whole year
onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
<em>Journal of Sleep Research</em> | ESRS Journal | Wiley Online Library
There is an ongoing debate in the United Kingdom and in other countries about whether twice-yearly changes into and out of Daylight Saving Time should be abolished. Opinions are divided about whether...
onlinelibrary.wiley.com
March 10, 2025 at 10:35 PM
USA has sprung forward for their clock change this last weekend
Though UK change a few weekends away yet, as good a time as any to remind that @britishsleepsoc.bsky.social - like most sleep science organisations - advocates for Standard Time the whole year
onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
Though UK change a few weekends away yet, as good a time as any to remind that @britishsleepsoc.bsky.social - like most sleep science organisations - advocates for Standard Time the whole year
onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
Reposted by Dr Michael Farquhar
With LGBT+ rights being challenged across the globe, this year’s theme of LGBT+ History Month of activism and social change offers an opportunity to reflect on the actions of previous generations and their lessons for today, Joe Parry writes on our website: #LGBTplusHM.
nat.org.uk/views/joe...
nat.org.uk/views/joe...
February 18, 2025 at 10:00 AM
With LGBT+ rights being challenged across the globe, this year’s theme of LGBT+ History Month of activism and social change offers an opportunity to reflect on the actions of previous generations and their lessons for today, Joe Parry writes on our website: #LGBTplusHM.
nat.org.uk/views/joe...
nat.org.uk/views/joe...
With rapid changes in USA under Trump, it was great to hear Lawrence Tallon, @gstt-nhs.bsky.social's Deputy CEO, reiterate our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion for patients/staff, in context of both LGBT+ history month/race equality week in Feb, at our monthly Team Briefing on Friday
February 10, 2025 at 4:47 PM
With rapid changes in USA under Trump, it was great to hear Lawrence Tallon, @gstt-nhs.bsky.social's Deputy CEO, reiterate our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion for patients/staff, in context of both LGBT+ history month/race equality week in Feb, at our monthly Team Briefing on Friday
Reposted by Dr Michael Farquhar
Absolutely delighted that for #LGBTHM25 we've launched an updated version of the Rainbow NHS Badge @gstt-nhs.bsky.social!
The new design uses the Progress Pride flag, and is intended to better represent LGBT+ patients, families and staff
The new design uses the Progress Pride flag, and is intended to better represent LGBT+ patients, families and staff
February 3, 2025 at 9:39 AM
Absolutely delighted that for #LGBTHM25 we've launched an updated version of the Rainbow NHS Badge @gstt-nhs.bsky.social!
The new design uses the Progress Pride flag, and is intended to better represent LGBT+ patients, families and staff
The new design uses the Progress Pride flag, and is intended to better represent LGBT+ patients, families and staff
Reposted by Dr Michael Farquhar
February is Children's Sleep Awareness Month. We know their is an important relationship between sleep and mental health. We want to hear from young people: what questions about this are most important to them? edinburgh.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
@thesleepcharity.bsky.social
@thesleepcharity.bsky.social
February 3, 2025 at 1:25 PM
February is Children's Sleep Awareness Month. We know their is an important relationship between sleep and mental health. We want to hear from young people: what questions about this are most important to them? edinburgh.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
@thesleepcharity.bsky.social
@thesleepcharity.bsky.social
Reposted by Dr Michael Farquhar
Was really good to attend this launch on Friday. Seeing the #NHSRainbowBadge go from an idea to a movement has been awesome to witness. Well done to @drmikefarquhar.bsky.social for the idea & @gstt-nhs.bsky.social for backing it & taking it to the next level to be more inclusive in difficult times.
Absolutely delighted that for #LGBTHM25 we've launched an updated version of the Rainbow NHS Badge @gstt-nhs.bsky.social!
The new design uses the Progress Pride flag, and is intended to better represent LGBT+ patients, families and staff
The new design uses the Progress Pride flag, and is intended to better represent LGBT+ patients, families and staff
February 3, 2025 at 9:55 AM
Was really good to attend this launch on Friday. Seeing the #NHSRainbowBadge go from an idea to a movement has been awesome to witness. Well done to @drmikefarquhar.bsky.social for the idea & @gstt-nhs.bsky.social for backing it & taking it to the next level to be more inclusive in difficult times.
Absolutely delighted that for #LGBTHM25 we've launched an updated version of the Rainbow NHS Badge @gstt-nhs.bsky.social!
The new design uses the Progress Pride flag, and is intended to better represent LGBT+ patients, families and staff
The new design uses the Progress Pride flag, and is intended to better represent LGBT+ patients, families and staff
February 3, 2025 at 9:39 AM
Absolutely delighted that for #LGBTHM25 we've launched an updated version of the Rainbow NHS Badge @gstt-nhs.bsky.social!
The new design uses the Progress Pride flag, and is intended to better represent LGBT+ patients, families and staff
The new design uses the Progress Pride flag, and is intended to better represent LGBT+ patients, families and staff
Reposted by Dr Michael Farquhar
As LGBT History Month begins, I’d like to thank London’s LGBTQI+ community for enriching our city.
For decades, our capital has been a global beacon of hope and inclusion – and I’ll do everything in my power to ensure this continues to be the case.
For decades, our capital has been a global beacon of hope and inclusion – and I’ll do everything in my power to ensure this continues to be the case.
February 1, 2025 at 9:01 AM
As LGBT History Month begins, I’d like to thank London’s LGBTQI+ community for enriching our city.
For decades, our capital has been a global beacon of hope and inclusion – and I’ll do everything in my power to ensure this continues to be the case.
For decades, our capital has been a global beacon of hope and inclusion – and I’ll do everything in my power to ensure this continues to be the case.
Reposted by Dr Michael Farquhar
It's LGBT+ History Month UK! 🏳️🌈#LGBTHM25
We proudly support and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community within NHS Providers and the NHS.
Last year, we shone a spotlight on seven LGBTQ+ trailblazers in health who have helped improve inclusivity for staff and patients.
Learn more: https://buff.ly/4hjsobK
We proudly support and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community within NHS Providers and the NHS.
Last year, we shone a spotlight on seven LGBTQ+ trailblazers in health who have helped improve inclusivity for staff and patients.
Learn more: https://buff.ly/4hjsobK
February 1, 2025 at 9:02 AM
It's LGBT+ History Month UK! 🏳️🌈#LGBTHM25
We proudly support and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community within NHS Providers and the NHS.
Last year, we shone a spotlight on seven LGBTQ+ trailblazers in health who have helped improve inclusivity for staff and patients.
Learn more: https://buff.ly/4hjsobK
We proudly support and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community within NHS Providers and the NHS.
Last year, we shone a spotlight on seven LGBTQ+ trailblazers in health who have helped improve inclusivity for staff and patients.
Learn more: https://buff.ly/4hjsobK