Paula McGowan OBE
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Paula McGowan OBE
@oliverscampaign.bsky.social
•Hon University Fellow- Fac Health
•Founder The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training
•Patient Safety
•Hoping for a Social Media Platform where everyone can live together peacefully
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I am angry @NHSE_WTE have always been clear: people with a learning disability & autistic individuals delivering Oliver’s Training should be paid Band 5 rates
Yet many charities with contracts to deliver it are paying minimum wage
Not On My Watch
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Another avoidable death
Once she was transferred to the mental health ward, she was only allowed to see us for a maximum of two hours, twice a week. We and she asked, and were denied, repeatedly, with no justification other than it was hospital policy
www.bbc.com/news/article...
Ruth Szymankiewicz's parents' call over mental health bill backed
Ruth Szymankiewicz, 14, died two days after a self-inflicted injury at Huntercombe Hospital.
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November 12, 2025 at 5:42 AM
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Please remind me of the century we live in:
Nurses HACKED off teenager's hair and forced her into "suicide smock" at mental health unit

NHS Lothian issued later issued an apology over her treatment

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Scots nurses hacked off teenager's hair at controversial mental health unit
Sadie McKenzie claims she has been left traumatised by her treatment when she was admitted in 2020 at the age of just 15.
www.dailyrecord.co.uk
November 12, 2025 at 5:35 AM
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Today 11/11th marks 9 years since Oliver’s life was taken from him He loved his life & had so much more he wanted to do Yet the actions of one woman cruelly & needlessly silenced him forever I can’t help but wonder if Oliver crosses Dr Monica Mohan's mind today
November 11, 2025 at 5:01 AM
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A short time later Lilly was brought back to me, they said the mortuary was unable to take her because she was actually alive
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prompts calls for action from the Health Secretary www.channel4.com/news/exclusi... via @Channel4News
Exclusive: Maternity scandal at Oxford University Hospitals Trust prompts calls for action from the Health Secretary
A joint New Statesman and Channel 4 News investigation has revealed shocking allegations against Oxford University NHS Hospitals Foundation Trust, including that a baby declared stillborn was later fo...
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November 6, 2025 at 3:21 AM
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Over the past few days, I have been shocked at the ignorance & arrogance from a group of anonymous clinicians towards autistic people & people with a learning disability
Thankfully, most doctors continue to act with professionalism, integrity, and genuine care
November 1, 2025 at 6:30 AM
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Given @TEWV has had significant scandals regarding appalling care of learning disabled & autistic patients I am horrified to learn they are not rolling out the Oliver McGowan Mandatory training @CareQualityComm I can send you the email

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Damning reports uncover ‘systemic failings’ by NHS trust over deaths of three women
Christie Harnett, Nadia Sharif and Emily Moore all died following failings by Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
www.independent.co.uk
November 1, 2025 at 12:51 AM
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Wowser! This photograph of the
St Andrews Cross Spider found in my garden this morning is fascinating.
October 26, 2025 at 6:50 AM
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The shock & pain never leave
It’s 9 years today that Dr Monica Mohan administered Olanzapine to Oliver against everyone's advice
Her actions caused Oliver's brain to ignite, bulging out of his skull He suffered because of what she did to him
I am so sorry Oliver
October 25, 2025 at 6:53 AM
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Here is the full hearing of the Assisted Dying Bill

Over two sessions the committee heard from the bill's sponsors Lord Falconer & Kim Leadbeater MP plus health care professionals from the Royal Colleges of Physicians GPs & Nursing

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Assisted dying legislation under Lords committee scrutiny
YouTube video by House of Lords
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October 25, 2025 at 12:12 AM
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It is far too hot in NSW Australia today. The wind is up and we already have some bush fires 🔥
October 22, 2025 at 5:45 AM
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Oliver loved riding with the Riding for the Disabled Association.
Here he is with his beautiful pony, Bramble, they shared such a special bond. 🐴✨
October 19, 2025 at 6:11 AM
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When Oliver had to have an EEG his dad @TRMcGow had to join in the fun
Look how bright Oliver’s face & smile is
What unfolded next & what was done to him was barbaric
Due to antipsychotic medication being administered for no reason, Oliver became unrecognisable
October 13, 2025 at 7:19 PM
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Congratulations to my husband @TRMcGow for completing the Melbourne Marathon his second full Marathon this year including two half marathons
Oliver would be proud of his dad
October 12, 2025 at 5:05 AM
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Today on #WorldMentalHealthDay2025
I will be presenting Oliver's story, the importance of reasonable adjustments & the rollout of his training to MindMapFocus at their conference this morning
October 10, 2025 at 6:46 AM
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What a privilege to spend time with senior clinicians at @circlehealthgrp
Presenting Oliver's story, the importance of reasonable adjustments including updates on the Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training
It was good to see genuine commitment from leaders & staff
October 9, 2025 at 7:29 PM
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When so-called professionals see humour when investigating the avoidable death of a vulnerable teenager, then talking about getting together for a celebration supper to mark the submission of Oliver’s LeDeR
Something is very, very wrong @AliveLeder
UNFORGIVABLE
October 7, 2025 at 9:31 PM
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Another totally avoidable death, again in a little girl with Down syndrome
Another life wasted

www.rte.ie/news/2025/10...
HSE apologises over death of girl with Strep A infection
The HSE has apologised to the family of a five-year-old girl who died as a result of medical misadventure at Sligo University Hospital more than two years ago.
www.rte.ie
October 6, 2025 at 11:00 PM
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A bit of advice for medics when writing up a patient's notes Don't write something you wouldn't say to your patient's face
STOP with the mother blame
If you wouldn't write it about your loved ones, don't write it about your patient
Keep to the facts
#medSky
a man with long hair and a beard has the words blame her on his face
ALT: a man with long hair and a beard has the words blame her on his face
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October 6, 2025 at 9:31 PM
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My heart has doubled in size. 💕
We are overjoyed to welcome our beautiful granddaughters, Olivia and Sophia, into the world. Two perfect little blessings, who have already filled our lives with so much love.
Welcome to the world, our darling girls. 💖💖
October 2, 2025 at 4:57 AM
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I am sick of this;
Focus on getting England back on track
Stop the carry on with Farage & blaming everything else on the Conservative Party

FOCUS on NHS & Social Care, Illegal immigration, Defence, Education, the economy, SEND, housing

www.bbc.com/news/article...
Nigel Farage doesn't believe in Britain, Starmer tells Labour conference
The PM vows to fight Reform UK's "politics of grievance" in a speech to Labour's annual conference.
www.bbc.com
October 1, 2025 at 12:17 AM
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Oliver’s light continues to shine. 💙
His legacy is now saving lives: mandatory training on learning disability & autism for all health & social care staff. I am so proud that my son’s story is creating safer, kinder care.
👉 www.gov.uk/government/c...
Mandatory training on learning disability and autism
Standards for training on learning disability and autism for registered health and social care providers and their staff.
www.gov.uk
September 28, 2025 at 3:25 AM
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I also saw a female resident screaming in distress over male carers doing intimate personal care, due to chronic staff shortages.
The home was warned if it did not make improvements it could lose its registration & close

www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Families accuse care home of 'neglect' and 'cruelty' after secret filming
A BBC Disclosure reporter saw vulnerable elderly people left sitting alone for hours in urine-soaked clothes.
www.bbc.co.uk
September 23, 2025 at 6:35 AM
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Today I have the joy of celebrating my 60th birthday with my twin sister Carol. Sharing life’s journey with her has been the greatest gift. There’s no bond quite like the one between twins, and I feel truly blessed.
September 12, 2025 at 7:28 AM
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Another busy day for me This morning I am presenting Oliver's story & the importance of reasonable adjustments to @bspduk British Society of Paediatric Dentistry
I am then heading to @DHSCgovuk
To update @SKinnock
On Oliver’s Training

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Scientific Programme - BSPD Annual Conference 2025 - Royal College of Music
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September 11, 2025 at 4:28 AM
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Please keep asking & sharing
👉 Has your local hospital or care provider delivered The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training yet?

Together, we can make sure Oliver’s legacy brings a lasting change.
#InclusiveCare

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September 6, 2025 at 6:51 AM