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Prospective study into controversial brain cyst syndrome is world first
The world’s first study of its kind highlights the potential value of surgery to treat a specific kind of brain cyst that blights the lives of patients.
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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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Emergency department’s warning on numbers
A clinician at Addenbrooke’s Hospital, Cambridge, today issued an appeal for patients not to bring large groups of relatives or friends into the emergency department.
Ian Davenport exhibition coming to our hospitals
Paintings in Hospitals, the Jerwood Collection, and Cambridge University Hospitals present Colour in Motion, an exhibition featuring the works of Turner Prize-nominated artist Ian Davenport at our hospitals.
Surgeon’s pledge on Cape Town gun victims
A young trainee in academic and clinical neurosurgery who found himself in the thick of the Covid-19 outbreak in South Africa today vowed to return and help more patients with traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) caused by gunshots.
Hospital team reunite Addenbrooke’s patient with dog after four months
Patient Ronald Jaffray has been able to hug his dog Misty for the first time in four months, thanks to a surprise reunion organised by the hospital team who care for him.
We are the first NHS trust in England to restart bowel screening
Addenbrooke’s Hospital has become the first in England to restart Public Health England’s bowel cancer screening programme, after it was put on hold for Covid-19.
You Made a Difference - June to July 2020
A diligent midwifery sister who uses her initiative to make her patients feel at ease; a digital editor whose knowledge is second to none; a clinical bioinformatician who is an excellent manager who always has time for colleagues; and a completely selfles
'Sponge on a string' test to transform oesophageal cancer diagnosis
A ‘sponge on a string’ pill test has been hailed a ‘game changer’ by cancer doctors as it transforms oesophageal cancer diagnosis, identifying ten times more people with Barrett’s oesophagus than the usual GP route**.
Volunteers are essential in Covid battle
A team of 25 St Johns Ambulance volunteers have clocked up an incredible 4,000 hours between them since March, and played a vital role in the Emergency Department and the Urgent Treatment Centre here at CUH.
Cancer patients could benefit from world class web tool
Research using a sophisticated web tool, which is being carried out with help from doctors and patients at Addenbrooke’s Hospital, could lead to cancer patients receiving personalised medicine.
Ely Day Surgery Unit reopens to patients
Ely Day Surgery Unit is to reopen next week in an important step towards reducing the number of patients waiting for surgical procedures, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (CUH) announced today (Thurs 23 July).
Longest surviving kidney transplant patient celebrates 50th anniversary
Angela Dunn, now 74 and living in France, is thought to be the longest-surviving transplant patient in the world, the operation carried out by Professor Sir Roy Calne is still the same kidney that was transplanted back in 1970.
PALS Helpline - Letters from loved ones
PALS launches Letters from Loved Ones service to help loved ones stay in contact with patients due to Covid and our hospital's restricted visiting policy.
Pregnant women to be assigned lead named midwife
Pregnant women living in Cambridge University Hospital’s catchment area and registered with the Rosie are set to benefit from a new and improved care model which aims to make maternity services more personal.
Could you help us train tomorrow’s doctors?
If you are pregnant and your baby is due to arrive between November 2020 and early March 2021, you might be interested in taking part in a programme in which medical students from Cambridge University learn from pregnant people.
Child malnutrition – a statement on inaccurate figures
Figures reported in some national and local media on the number of children admitted to hospital with malnutrition at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are inaccurate.
Lockdown work wins young scientists top awards
Two young scientists from Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust have won coveted prizes in specialist essay writing competitions.
Changes to our visiting policy
Restricted visiting will be permitted on most wards at our Trust from Monday 6 July. Please follow our guidance below, as some areas do still have restrictions.
Board of directors' meeting - 08 July 2020
Note's from the Wednesday 08 July 2020 meeting of the CUH Board of Directors on Wednesday 08 July 2020.
Visiting restrictions Addenbrooke’s wards to be eased from Monday 6 July
Visiting will again be permitted on most wards at Addenbrooke’s Hospital from Monday 6 July 2020, although some restrictions apply.
Face masks and coverings
From Monday (15 June) all outpatients and visitors at Addenbrooke’s and the Rosie Hospitals will be required to wear a face covering when inside the hospital premises.