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‘Sponge-on-a-string’ cancer test developed in Cambridge to be trialled in high-street pharmacies
Pharmacists will be able to offer the simple, quick capsule sponge test to people experiencing regular heartburn symptoms. The pilot will run for two years from 2026 in parts of the UK.
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Discover the power of music in Intensive Care
Musicians from Britten Sinfonia, who embarked on a unique project to enhance the days of some of Addenbrooke’s sickest patients, will share their transformative experience this week.
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ACT celebrations focus on founding fundraiser
Addenbrooke's Charitable Trust (ACT) is celebrating its 30th birthday by looking back at some of its incredible success stories and achievements.
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Research reveals genetic impact of chemotherapy
Understanding the effects of chemotherapy on healthy cells could inform selection and development of better treatments for cancer.
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Global Health Partnerships Impact Awards
Cambridge Global Health Partnerships (CGHP) hosted its flagship Impact Celebration and Awards on Thursday, bringing together healthcare professionals, academics and global health advocates.
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Archaeological dig underway ahead of construction of Cambridge Cancer Research Hospital
The archaeological dig is underway on the site of the future Cambridge Cancer Research Hospital - a ground-breaking new hospital that will change the story of cancer forever.
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‘Sponge-on-a-string’ cancer test developed in Cambridge to be trialled in high-street pharmacies
Pharmacists will be able to offer the simple, quick capsule sponge test to people experiencing regular heartburn symptoms. The pilot will run for two years from 2026 in parts of the UK.
Discover the power of music in Intensive Care
Musicians from Britten Sinfonia, who embarked on a unique project to enhance the days of some of Addenbrooke’s sickest patients, will share their transformative experience this week.
ACT celebrations focus on founding fundraiser
Addenbrooke's Charitable Trust (ACT) is celebrating its 30th birthday by looking back at some of its incredible success stories and achievements.
Research reveals genetic impact of chemotherapy
Understanding the effects of chemotherapy on healthy cells could inform selection and development of better treatments for cancer.
Global Health Partnerships Impact Awards
Cambridge Global Health Partnerships (CGHP) hosted its flagship Impact Celebration and Awards on Thursday, bringing together healthcare professionals, academics and global health advocates.
Archaeological dig underway ahead of construction of Cambridge Cancer Research Hospital
The archaeological dig is underway on the site of the future Cambridge Cancer Research Hospital - a ground-breaking new hospital that will change the story of cancer forever.
Patient with debilitating inherited condition receives new approved treatment on the NHS in Europe first
A teenager who has lost family members including her mother because of a rare genetic hereditary illness has become the first patient in the UK and Europe to have a new treatment approved for use on the NHS.
You Made a Difference - May 2025
A chief pharmacy technician, and a patient flow manager are our You Made a Difference award winners for May 2025.
CUH lands double funding win for technology
Two cutting-edge medical technologies from Addenbrooke's to tackle brain injury are among 35 awarded a share of £3m from the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR).
Dr Noor named Young Gastroenterologist of the Year
The award recognises his clinical work and role in the PROFILE trial for people with Crohn's disease.
'Pill-on-a-thread' could replace endoscopies for half of patients being monitored for oesophageal cancer
Capsule sponge tests could replace endoscopies for up to half of people being monitored for oesophageal cancer.
Trust leads the way in inhaler propellant recycling
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (CUH) is the first NHS Trust in the east of England to recycle metered dose inhalers and, more importantly, the propellant gases used to deliver the drugs.
New Non-Executive Director appointed to CUH
Philippa Hird has been appointed as a Non-Executive Director of Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (CUH), which runs Addenbrooke’s and The Rosie Hospitals.
You Made a Difference - April 2025
A healthcare support worker, and a emergency medicine consultant are our You Made a Difference award winners for March 2025.
Cambridge to offer cutting-edge ultrasound treatment for NHS cancer patients in UK first
NHS patients at Addenbrooke’s Hospital will become the first in the UK and Europe to undergo incisionless ultrasound surgery using a cutting-edge ‘histotripsy machine’ as part of their cancer care.
Specialist nurse wins national award for innovative diabetes care research
Andrea's research aims to help people with diabetes to spend less time in hospital.
New Cambridge centre aims to transform physical and mental health of children with inflammatory bowel diseases
Over 100 children living with inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) such as Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis got the chance to try their hands at being a scientist at the official launch of the Cambridge Centre for Children’s Gut Health.
You Made a Difference - March 2025
A IT Technical Services Team member, and a EAU Administrator are our You Made a Difference award winners for March 2025.
You Made a Difference - Team Award - March 2025
Dr Ciara Mackenzie, Consultant Gynaecologist and Richard Haddon Consultant are the winners of the March You Made a Difference Team award.
Brain injury survivors help shape new medical technologies
Researchers based at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (CUH) have developed a programme to ensure that the development of medical technology is in line with the unmet needs of brain injury survivors.