Skills for life: National Apprenticeship Week
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust says...we’re sharing the stories of some of our apprentices as part of National Apprenticeship Week — and celebrating the positive impact they make to staff and patients at our hospitals.
TV spotlight falls on life-changing operations
Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge is world-renowned for undertaking transplants – and at 9pm on BBC Two on Wednesday (1 Feb) viewers will see one of the more remarkable ones.
Planning permission submitted for East of England cancer hospital
A full planning application to build a new specialist cancer research hospital for the region on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus has been submitted to Cambridge City Council.
Hospital’s volunteer army is on mission to swell ranks!
Addenbrooke’s Hospital – which like many other trusts said farewell to dedicated volunteers due to COVID-19 – has launched a major recruitment drive.
New genetic testing clinic for children with hearing loss
A new clinic at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is using genetic testing to help improve the treatment and care of children with hearing loss.
Construction and recruitment on track for new theatres
Three new operating theatres are on target to open this summer at Addenbrooke's Hospital to help ease waiting lists for routine orthopaedic operations – such as knee and hip replacements. Construction work on the site started last year and is progressing well, alongside a large recruitment drive for staff.
Surgeons’ operations are race against time
Addenbrooke’s Hospital performs 20,000 planned operations a year – and at 9pm on Wednesday (25 Jan) BBC Two viewers will have the opportunity to see two of the most technically demanding.
Life-saving tech to treat babies closer to home
In a UK first, Cambridge University Hospitals has developed life-saving virtual technology that effectively “parachutes” its consultants into other hospitals, helping fellow medics across the region care for seriously ill babies.
Surgery series shines spotlight on Addenbrooke’s
A television series that gives a unique insight into the world-class surgery undertaken at Addenbrooke’s Hospital launches next week.
Supplement advice for New Year vegans
An expert group co-founded by an Addenbrooke’s clinician has issued a “cautionary message” to those thinking of moving to a plant-based diet this January.
Life-saving ambulance service marks birthday
A life-saving service for critically ill and injured hospital patients celebrates its first birthday today.
Blood thinning drug to treat recovery from severe Covid is not effective
A UK-wide trial, led by Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the University of Cambridge, has found that a drug used to reduce the risk of blood clots does not help patients recovering from moderate and severe Covid – despite this approach being offered to patients.
Green Takeover Week: helping tackle climate change
This week, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is hosting a ‘Green Takeover’ to push forward its commitment to tackle climate change.
High blood pressure is directly linked to severe COVID-19
A study led by Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the University of Cambridge has shown that people with high blood pressure are more likely to be admitted to hospital or die from COVID-19, regardless of other factors such as age, sex, ethnicity or BMI.
Drive to reduce the environmental impact of medical gases
A team from Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is leading efforts to reduce the environmental impact of gases used to give pain relief and anaesthesia to hospital patients.
Multimillion pound award for Biomedical Research Centre to translate research discoveries into new treatments for patients
The National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) awards £86.2 million to NIHR Cambridge Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) investigators to continue their ground-breaking research, translating new scientific insights into state-of-the-art diagnostics and treatments to transform healthcare.
Cycle service extends opening hours as 25% of staff ride to work
The cycle repair service on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus has extended its opening hours as more staff, patients and visitors are choosing sustainable transport.
New MRI scanner at Addenbrooke’s is UK first
Addenbrooke’s has become the first hospital in the UK to have a new advanced MRI scanner which uses artificial intelligence (AI) to improve image quality, reduce waiting times, and open new opportunities for research.
Whole genome sequencing rules out cancer for baby Oliver
A baby who was born with a large tumour on his leg has been spared chemotherapy and surgery, after whole genome sequencing at Addenbrooke’s Hospital revealed the lump was harmless.
New children’s palliative care service launches in East of England
A new palliative care service for babies, children and young people, including support for families, launches at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (CUH).
Emergency staff thank teddy champion Jim
A Cambridgeshire freemason who has led the delivery of thousands of teddy bears to Addenbrooke’s hospital over two decades has reached the end of his marathon toy story.
Innovative face mask gets official all clear
A transparent face mask, designed at Addenbrooke’s Hospital in response to COVID 19, is now available to NHS staff across the UK who are caring for lip-reading patients.
Cambridge University Hospitals announces Public Choice Awards shortlist
Another major milestone has been reached in Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) first ever staff awards.
CPFT doctor awarded place on national research leadership training scheme
CPFT staff can begin their research careers with support from the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR), to grow key skills to lead studies.
Hundreds more to join Covid study to help protect most at risk
Up to 1,700 more patients from across the UK are being asked to join an Addenbrooke’s led drug trial, to help find ways of protecting those with poor immunity from catching Covid.