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Unit named in honour of transplant pioneer Sir Roy
Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge today (Thursday 10 June) named its specialist transplant unit after a former surgeon who became an international giant in the field.
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Cambridge GPs first to offer 'sponge on a string' cancer check
A new device to detect the early signs of cancer is being offered for the first time to GP patients in the UK.
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Lifesaving blood treatment comes to Littleport
North Cambridgeshire patients with the blood disorder haemochromatosis can now access treatment closer to home.
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First of five new hospital wards opens to patients
A newly built 20-bed ward has opened at Addenbrooke’s, as part of a large-scale development to increase the hospital’s capacity.
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Hospital volunteers sign up for another year
St John Ambulance volunteers, who stepped in to help at Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge during the pandemic, have signed up to give another year of support.
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Rare tumour team wins world class status
A Cambridge team dedicated to treating patients with rare tumours has today (Wed 2 June) been named as an official centre of excellence – making it one of just a handful across the world.
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Unit named in honour of transplant pioneer Sir Roy
Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge today (Thursday 10 June) named its specialist transplant unit after a former surgeon who became an international giant in the field.
Cambridge GPs first to offer 'sponge on a string' cancer check
A new device to detect the early signs of cancer is being offered for the first time to GP patients in the UK.
Lifesaving blood treatment comes to Littleport
North Cambridgeshire patients with the blood disorder haemochromatosis can now access treatment closer to home.
First of five new hospital wards opens to patients
A newly built 20-bed ward has opened at Addenbrooke’s, as part of a large-scale development to increase the hospital’s capacity.
Hospital volunteers sign up for another year
St John Ambulance volunteers, who stepped in to help at Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge during the pandemic, have signed up to give another year of support.
Rare tumour team wins world class status
A Cambridge team dedicated to treating patients with rare tumours has today (Wed 2 June) been named as an official centre of excellence – making it one of just a handful across the world.
Breakthrough could stop young cancer survivors getting cancer again
A new study has used in depth genetic sequencing to explore why some children develop secondary leukaemia after being treated for cancer.
Logo tribute helps Joshua’s memory live on
A nationally renowned rehabilitation service for children with brain tumours is to formally recognise a local charity which supports it – and help the memory of a much-loved teenager to live on.
Let's talk about organ donation
A year on from the law changing in England, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is urging people to talk to their families about organ donation.
World-first Covid vaccine booster study
Volunteers from the East of England will soon be able to receive a third ‘booster’ Covid-19 vaccine as part of a new clinical trial launching this week.
Medicine for Members: Cambridge Cancer - Rewriting the story
Medicine for Members: Cambridge Cancer Research Hospital will rewrite the story of cancer
Winning logo for new Children's Hospital
Gemma who attends St Bede’s Inter-Church School in Cambridge wowed the judges with her clever logo design for Cambridge Children’s Network.
Research clue to treating aggressive blood cancer
An Addenbrooke’s consultant is spearheading research into an aggressive form of blood cancer which could advance treatments for patients with the worst prognosis.
New head of Cambridge global health partnership
A former British diplomat with extensive overseas experience has taken over as Chair of Cambridge Global Health Partnerships (CGHP), a charity involving NHS staff in improving health internationally.
Cambridge IVF offers fertility support to more families
Our leading fertility clinic has expanded to offer services to more patients.
ACT launch Addenbrooke’s robot appeal
A £1.5 million appeal to buy a surgical robot for our hospitals has been launched by Addenbrooke’s Charitable Trust (ACT). A new surgical robot will mean quicker, less invasive surgery and faster healing and recovery times for patients.
Regional ambulance service for young launched
A new ambulance service which will travel thousands of miles a year transporting the region’s sickest babies and children from hospital to the nearest specialist intensive care unit was launched today (Wednesday 7 April).
Clear covid mask set for panoramic success
The development of a unique clear facemask designed by the Clinical Engineering Innovation team at Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge has passed another major milestone – and will help in the fight against Covid-19.
National drug trial to prevent deaths after Covid patients leave hospital
A UK-wide study is being launched to reduce the number of people who die in the months following a stay in hospital with Covid-19.
Tea and broccoli help ease menopause
Two capsules a day of a whole food supplement containing fruit, spice, vegetables and the UK’s favourite drink could bring relief to women suffering from the menopause.