CUH welcomes 100 nurses in successful recruitment drive
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) is welcoming over 100 highly skilled nurses to the Trust this month after a successful overseas recruitment drive.
CUH in the top 15 for low mortality rates
CUH is one of only 15 NHS Trusts in England which has lower than average death rates, according to an independent body.
Major incident continues at Addenbrooke's
Cambridge University Hospitals declared a major incident on Tuesday due to unprecedented levels of demand on its services with especially high numbers of frail elderly patients, combined with a record level of patients whose medical care is finished and whose discharge is delayed (DTOCs).
CUH Addenbrooke's stands down from major incident status but capacity remains critical
Capacity at Cambridge University Hospitals remains critical, however following the actions it and its partners have taken to improve the flow of patients through the hospital, this afternoon (Friday), the decision was taken to stand down from ‘major incident’ status but to maintain ‘internal critical incident’ status because of the ongoing bed pressure.
Addenbrooke’s choir pays tribute to fallen soldiers
The Addenbrooke’s Hospital Choir is set to pay tribute to all those who’ve fallen in conflict since the start of the First World War.
Drum-playing William is a real Daydream Believer
A profoundly deaf teenager who received a cochlear implant at CUH Addenbrooke’s is the winner of a special music grant, allowing his dream of learning to play the drums come true.
Starlight Christmas Pantomime brings festive magic to young patients at CUH Addenbrooke’s
Christmas is a particularly difficult time of year for children to be in hospitals and hospices so this festive season, Starlight Children’s Foundation will bring a big dose of fun and laughter to poorly children at Cambridge University Hospitals when its amazing pop-up pantomime pays a visit on 25th November at 3pm.
History comes full circle, thanks to the Addenbrooke’s choir detectives!
The Addenbrooke’s Hospital Choir has tracked down the relative of a World War One soldier who is responsible for part of their annual Christmas Carol Concert this year.
A&E nurse conquers Mount Kilimanjaro
CUH Addenbrooke’s nurse, Lisa Lyon, has completed a gruelling climb of the highest mountain in the world. The A&E nurse has been raising money for The Cure Parkinson’s Trust and the Addenbrooke’s Charitable Trust and has so far raised more than £4,000.
Hospital staff prepare for a Green Revolution
Staff at Cambridge University Hospitals are teaming up for a new initiative called ‘Think Green Impact’ which it’s hoped will revolutionise working practices within the Trust.
Cambridge school raises funds to help save children’s hearing
Children at the Perse Prep School in Cambridge have raised more than £10,000 to buy a specialist piece of equipment that could save the hearing of hundreds of children with cancer. It means CUH is now the only hospital Trust in the UK lucky enough to have an Octoacoustic emissions Kit.
Cambridge on track to host national genome study centre to tackle cancer and rare diseases
The Cambridge Biomedical Campus could host a national centre for genome study following a successful first stage bid led by Cambridge University Health Partners (CUHP).
Breakthrough MS nano-therapy wins award
Nanotechnology could revolutionise treatment for multiple sclerosis (MS) patients in ground-breaking trials planned by a Cambridge scientist.
It’s official: CUH is one of the best places to work in the UK
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) has won two prestigious awards.
Canadian delegation says ‘CUH stands out from the rest’
A Canadian Minister has visited Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) to learn more about how the Trust translates medical research into patient care.
CUH Consultant appointed as Director of Research in world leading collaboration
Cambridge Consultant Dr John Bradley has today been appointed as Director of Research on the Cambridge University Health Partners board.
Brain Injury: Innovation Small Funding Competition 2014/15
The Brain Injury Healthcare Technology Co-operative is pleased to announce the launch of its National Institute of Health Research funding call ‘Innovation Small Funds Competition 2014/15’.
Is silk the right road for eczema treatment?
Cambridge University Hospitals is taking part in a landmark study on eczema in children, to establish whether silk clothing is effective in treating the condition.
Virtual ward creates bed space at Addenbrooke’s
Doctors at Cambridge University Hospitals are using a ‘virtual’ ward to help ease capacity pressures.
Volunteers to swell the ranks at CUH
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) has won £100,000 to recruit more volunteers to support clinical staff.
Kae’s courtyard offers an oasis of calm for patients
A new courtyard garden has been opened at Cambridge University Hospitals for patients recovering from stroke.
CUH midwives lead the campaign for breastfeeding
During International Breast Feeding Week (1 to 7 August 2014), the Midwifery team at the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge is supporting a sea-change in attitude towards breastfeeding.
CUH nursing team welcomes Portuguese colleagues
Seven Portuguese nurses with experience covering emergency care to recovery joined Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) this week.
CUH staff receive rare handwritten invitations to the Queen’s garden tea party
Two CUH members of staff were finally able to attend the Queen’s garden tea party after receiving special handwritten invitations with a rare stamp on the envelope.
Addenbrooke’s volunteers are honoured
A volunteer has been honoured for giving 50 years of her life to patients at Cambridge University Hospitals.