Stories from around our Trust
New diabetes drug being made available on NHS
A drug that can delay the onset of type 1 diabetes is being made available on the NHS after one our patients were the first to receive the medication in the UK.
Extreme heat warning - advice on how to stay safe
The Met Office has issued an Extreme Heat warning from Monday through to Friday, with temperatures widely exceeding 35°C. We're sharing advice to help families stay safe during the hot weather.
Children’s Commissioner visits patients to hear their views
Our Children’s Hospital recently welcomed Children’s Commissioner Dame Rachel De Souza as part of the national Big Future Survey, which is asking children all over the country about their views on life today and how to improve it for future generations.
Our Star of the Month finalists shine bright
The Gynaecology Booking Office team at our Women’s Hospital have been named the latest winners of our coveted ABC Star of the Month Award.
Clinical trial into heavy menstrual bleeding could transform lives
Researchers from our Women’s Hospital are part of a major trial investigating a promising new treatment for heavy menstrual bleeding.
New Emergency Department waiting room opens as next phase of improvement works start
Earlier today (Wednesday 10 June), we were delighted to open our new Children’s Hospital Emergency Department (ED) waiting room as work began on the next exciting phase of our multi-million-pound improvement programme.
Free bikes scheme to help staff get active
Staff are geared up for cycling in the summer – thanks to a generous donation of nearly 50 bikes.
New name for condition is welcomed
A leading Consultant Gynaecologist has welcomed the international change to rename polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) to polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS).
New Maternity Charter focuses on the needs of families
A new Maternity Charter which outlines the care parents-to-be can expect at our Women’s Hospital has been introduced.
Family thanks care team as young patient completes leukaemia treatment
The family of six-year-old Esther Micklewright have thanked the team that saved their daughter after a courageous two-year battle with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia, a rare cancer affecting the blood and bone marrow.