Addenbrooke’s innovation expands access to advanced genome testing for cancer patients nationally
A service pioneered at Addenbrooke’s Hospital that could help up to three times more cancer patients benefit from whole genome sequencing (WGS) has won a national award and been accredited for use across the UK.
CPFT trials digital voice technology to help clinical teams
Clinical teams at Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust are testing an innovation in NHS clinics to see if it can help health professionals automate clinical documentation and release more time to deliver improved patient care.
Artist selected to deliver new creative installation for Cambridge Cancer Research Hospital
A major public art commission has been announced today for the new Cambridge Cancer Research Hospital. Acclaimed artist Ivan Morison is working in collaboration with patients and staff to design a large scale sculpture — using clay from the East of England historic clay pits — for the foyer of the new hospital, planned for the Cambridge Biomedical Campus.
Cambridge University Hospitals announces Nicola Ayton as Chief Executive
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (CUH) has appointed Nicola Ayton as Chief Executive, following a competitive recruitment process. She had been serving as interim Chief Executive since 1 January 2026.
Landmark UK study could change child brain injury treatment
Researchers are calling for a re-evaluation of guidelines used in the care of children with traumatic head injuries following the first multi-centre study of its kind in the UK.
Trust chosen to be specialist organ perfusion centre
Addenbrooke’s has welcomed an announcement it is to become one of the first pilot assessment and recovery centres (ARC) in a bid to boost the number of life-saving organ transplants.
Genomic study helps detect baby’s rare growth condition
Doctors at Cambridge University Hospitals are “thrilled” by a baby’s positive response to treatment after her rare genetic condition was diagnosed following results from a national screening study.
Paralympian Steve is first guest on research centre podcasts
Patients and others with an interest in brain and spinal injury could benefit from a fortnightly series of inspiring podcasts due to be aired this year by the NIHR HealthTech Research Centre (HRC) based at Addenbrooke’s.
Royal College Fellowship joy for three CPFT psychiatrists
Three psychiatrists at Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust (CPFT) have been awarded prestigious Fellowships by the Royal College of Psychiatrists, honouring their outstanding contributions to mental health care and research.
Addenbrooke’s unveils transformed urgent and emergency care spaces and digital innovations for winter
Transformed urgent and emergency care areas and a new digital registration and triage tool are part of plans by teams at Cambridge University Hospitals to help patients get the right treatment in the right place as quickly as possible this winter.
Addenbrooke’s to host live Channel 4 programme for Stand Up To Cancer 2025
A pioneering Channel 4 programme presented by Davina McCall will be broadcast live from Addenbrooke’s Hospital as part of this year’s Stand Up To Cancer 2025.
Study finds three tools can improve autism assessments
Research now published shows how using screening tools and including information reported by individuals and families can improve access to appropriate clinical autism assessments.
Trust emergency doctor wins second prestigious honour
An Addenbrooke’s doctor dedicated to shaping front line emergency care in the East of England – and influencing it worldwide - has won a second coveted award for his work.
CAMEO team deliver symposium on mid-life psychosis at international conference
CPFT mental health and lived experience experts (pictured) from our CAMEO early intervention service were invited to present a symposium on mid-life psychos
Emergency teams unite to help public learn lifesaving CPR
Emergency and hospital teams are joining forces this month to help the public become lifesavers, with free CPR training events taking place across Cambridge in the lead-up to Restart a Heart Day.
Trauma focused therapy can help children with PTSD
Research at CPFT with the University of East Anglia (UEA) has found that a specialist therapy could offer hope for some of the most vulnerable young people living with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
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.
Study prompts global call on pituitary tumour research
Brain surgeons and researchers from Cambridge and London are calling on colleagues worldwide to adopt the first ever consistent way of recording outcomes following pituitary gland tumour removal.
CPFT psychiatrist publishes book to guide person-centred care
Dr Robert Dudas, consultant old age psychiatrist at Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust (CPFT), has edited and published a new book to support best practice for mental health care and recovery.
Construction partner appointed for new Cambridge Children’s Hospital
The Cambridge Children’s Hospital project has appointed Bouygues UK as its construction partner for a groundbreaking new hospital that will redefine how we care for children and young people.
Faster, more accessible clinical trial initiative being piloted in pancreatic cancer
A pancreatic cancer trial led from Addenbrooke’s Hospital, Cambridge, is piloting a new scheme intended to make clinical trials faster and more accessible for patients in line with the NHS 10-year plan.
Music therapy may reduce distress for people with dementia
Research with CPFT finds that a new treatment approach using music therapy on NHS dementia wards could improve care and support for some of the most vulnerable NHS patients.
Simple and accurate clinic vision self-test is UK first
Addenbrooke’s has become the first UK hospital to use digital technology that enables patients to test their own vision in minutes while waiting to see their eyecare clinician.
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).