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How YOU can save up to nine lives
Organ Donation Week Starts today (22 to 28 September) and to mark it we share below the incredible stories of two of our patients, Debbie Montford and Jackie Little.
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You Made a Difference - Kat Hymers
Our latest You Made a Difference award goes to Kat Hymers, Employee Relations Manager, whose professionalism, empathy and dedication have made a lasting impact on both colleagues and the wider Trust.
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Trust eye expert welcomes green light for sight saving drug
An Addenbrooke’s consultant who has dedicated over two decades researching an incurable hereditary eye condition has welcomed approval of a treatment by a health body.
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Trust movement surgical hub gains national accreditation
An Addenbrooke’s hospital service, which was opened in November 2023 to cut waiting times for those needing routine orthopaedic and spine operations, has won a coveted award.
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CUH appoints independent organisation to lead patient involvement in orthopaedic review
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (CUH) has appointed Olovus, an independent specialist patient and public involvement organisation, to lead engagement with patients and families affected by the independent review into orthopaedic care provided by Ms Stohr at Addenbrooke’s Hospital.
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Trust appoints new Non-Executive Director
Professor Rosalind Smyth has been appointed as a Non-Executive Director of Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (CUH), which runs Addenbrooke’s and The Rosie Hospitals.
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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.
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.
You Made a Difference sponsored awards - May 2021
In May we were once again able to extend our You Made a Difference scheme, thanks to a generous donation from the Alborada Trust to Addenbrooke’s Charitable Trust (ACT), to recognise the commitment and amazing work of our staff during the first waves.
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.
You Made a Difference - April 2021
A supportive, dynamic nurse who cares for his patients exquisitely, and a hard-working healthcare assistant with brilliant communication skills are the winners of April’s You Made a Difference awards.
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).
You Made a Difference - March 2021
A dedicated and conscientious staff nurse and an invaluable system administrator are the winners of March’s You Made a Difference awards.
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.
You Made a Difference team award - March 2021
An incredibly supportive and professional team is the winner of March’s You Made a Difference team award.
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.