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External clinical review and independent investigation into missed opportunities started
The external clinical review panel and the independent investigation team have commenced their work and we are providing updates.
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AI power improves cataract test tool for babies
A device invented by an Addenbrooke’s eye surgeon to detect cataracts in babies is set to be further improved – thanks to artificial intelligence and a team effort with a Cambridgeshire product development consultancy.
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CUH makes major greenhouse gas cuts
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (CUH) has drastically reduced the use of one of the most harmful greenhouse gases across its hospitals.
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Rare lung collapse disease almost 100 times more common than thought
As many as one in 3,000 people could be carrying a faulty gene that significantly increases their risk of a collapsed lung, according to new estimates from Cambridge researchers. Previous estimates had put this risk closer to one in 200,000 people.
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You Made a Difference - January 2025
A Breast Unit service manager, and a trauma and orthopaedics coordinator are our You Made a Difference award winners for January 2025.
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World-first trial indicates immunosuppression may help treat Parkinson's
An early-stage trial highlights the possibility of using immunosuppression treatments to help people with Parkinson's disease.
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External clinical review and independent investigation into missed opportunities started
The external clinical review panel and the independent investigation team have commenced their work and we are providing updates.
AI power improves cataract test tool for babies
A device invented by an Addenbrooke’s eye surgeon to detect cataracts in babies is set to be further improved – thanks to artificial intelligence and a team effort with a Cambridgeshire product development consultancy.
CUH makes major greenhouse gas cuts
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (CUH) has drastically reduced the use of one of the most harmful greenhouse gases across its hospitals.
Rare lung collapse disease almost 100 times more common than thought
As many as one in 3,000 people could be carrying a faulty gene that significantly increases their risk of a collapsed lung, according to new estimates from Cambridge researchers. Previous estimates had put this risk closer to one in 200,000 people.
You Made a Difference - January 2025
A Breast Unit service manager, and a trauma and orthopaedics coordinator are our You Made a Difference award winners for January 2025.
World-first trial indicates immunosuppression may help treat Parkinson's
An early-stage trial highlights the possibility of using immunosuppression treatments to help people with Parkinson's disease.
Updates on external reviews into orthopaedic surgeon
Where to find the latest updates on the orthopaedic surgeon external reviews.
Cambridge global health charity appoints new chair
Cambridge Global Health Partnerships (CGHP), which draws many of its members from Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH), has appointed a new Chair.
AI research could accelerate coeliac diagnosis
Researchers have developed an AI tool that could help pathologists to diagnose coeliac disease from biopsy samples.
You Made a Difference - December 2024
An orthoptic assistant who was the backbone of the department, and a nurse specialist for benign gynaecology and menopause are our You Made a Difference award winners for December.
Trust consultant honoured with Arnold Adolf Berthold award
An Addenbrooke’s honorary consultant who has won top accolades for his cutting-edge work has just been presented with another.
Further update on paediatric orthopaedic surgery
Statement from CUH Chief Executive, Roland Sinker
Double win for Cambridge researchers at national impact awards
The capsule sponge team and Dr Nuru Noor from the PROFILE trial team both won awards as part of the first ever NIHR Impact Prizes.
Ultra-powerful MRI study offers hope for people with hard-to-treat epilepsy
A more detailed imaging technique could allow more people to benefit from potentially curative epilepsy surgery.
Medicine for Members: CUH virtual ward – improving out of hospital care through digital
Find out how the virtual ward works, its evolution, the collaboration of digital innovation and clinical expertise and future plans.
Doctor who shapes worldwide trauma care wins lifetime award
An Addenbrooke’s doctor who has worked on the frontline of emergency care for more than three decades – and is described as the architect of the East of England trauma network - has won a prestigious lifetime achievement award for his work.
First global pituitary study gives patients voice on research
Researchers from Cambridge and London have completed a study that is a world first of its kind and gives patients an important voice on future priorities.
New technology platform for clinical trials launches at CUH
A technology platform which allows researchers to spend more time on clinical research rather than data entry, is being used for the first time in a clinical trial at Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH).
Pioneering brain implant study aims to treat severe alcohol and drug addiction
A new study will explore if a widely used neurosurgery technique could help to treat people with severe addiction.
CUH appoints a new Non-Executive Director
Mr John Crompton has been appointed as a Non-Executive Director of Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (CUH), which runs Addenbrooke’s and The Rosie hospitals.