1. Dementia Awareness Week Kicks Off with Singing for Memory

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    People living with dementia in Doncaster are reconnecting with friends and family through a good old sing-song which helps to lift their mood and spark happy memories.

  2. Invitation to a Right Royal Picnic in the Park

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    Doncaster folk are being invited to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee at an entertainment-packed picnic in the park!

  3. Doncaster rail worker runs marathon fundraiser for bereaved families

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    A Doncaster Dad, who sadly lost his son in 2020, ran a marathon on Sunday 16 October to raise funds for a charity appeal by Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) Charity.

  4. Safe sleeping advice for parents this winter

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    The NHS in South Yorkshire is sharing information with parents and families to help keep children and babies warm and well this time of year. As the temperature drops, parents are encouraged to refresh their knowledge around safe sleeping in
    winter.

  5. Ambulance worker raises £500 for hospital charity in memory of ‘selfless’ sister

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    An employee of the Yorkshire Ambulance Service has raised over £500 for Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals Charity, which will fund a shining star to be placed on the exterior of Doncaster Royal Infirmary.

  6. Doncaster women urged to keep up with smear tests

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    Thousands of Doncaster women are not taking advantage of a potentially life-saving health check, latest NHS figures reveal.

  7. Cervical Cancer Prevention Week: Nat's Smear Test-imony

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    We all know going for our smear test isn’t full of rainbows and unicorns however gynaecological health is so important. Yet, only 1/3 women take up their screening invite. We spoke to our own Natalie Bowler-Smith about her first smear test.

  8. Mexborough stroke team to complete 1,200-mile fundraiser to purchase specialist wheelchair

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    The Stroke Rehabilitation team at Montagu Hospital in Mexborough are walking 1,189 miles in eight weeks to raise funds for a specialist bariatric wheelchair.

  9. Doncaster Paediatrics host Alice in Wonderland World Book Day event

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    On Thursday 2 March, Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospital’s Children’s Ward at Doncaster Royal Infirmary celebrated World Book Day with an Alice in Wonderland themed event.

  10. Celebrating International Women’s Day in Doncaster

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    Doncaster women are being urged to celebrate International Women’s Day later this week by dropping in on some health specialists.

  11. Local health professionals remind people to use health services wisely this Easter

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    Senior doctors and nurses at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) are urging local people to use health services wisely this Easter Bank Holiday weekend.

  12. The shuttle service at Doncaster Royal Infirmary will change from 5 June

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    Following changes made during the pandemic, the shuttle service at Doncaster Royal Infirmary (DRI) will return to its usual route, with a few key variations.

  13. CQC inspectors publish reports on 196 Adult Social Care, Primary Medical Care and Hospitals Services

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    In the past week, the Care Quality Commission published 196 reports on services which have been inspected by specialist teams of inspectors.

  14. Taking the plunge to support families across South Yorkshire and the Humber

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    Two Yorkshire lasses are facing their fears and jumping out of a plane from 15,000 feet, to raise awareness of mental health and raise cash for charity.

  15. NHS South Yorkshire Nominated For Two Innovate Awards

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    NHS South Yorkshire is proud to announce that “The Doncaster Community Mental Health Crisis Alternatives Alliance” has been successfully selected as a finalist for the Diversity in Innovation Award at this year's Innovate Awards.

  16. The Mexborough Elective Centre survey

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    If you live in Barnsley, Doncaster and Rotherham there is the possibility that you may be offered to receive your care in this new facility as such, we want your views.

  17. NHS breast surgeon urges people to be aware of breast cancer signs and symptoms

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    NHS South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw Cancer Alliance are encouraging people to see their GP if they notice changes to their body this Breast Cancer Awareness month.

  18. South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw hospitals launch improvements for breast cancer patients

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    Five Hospital Trusts across South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw and North Derbyshire have launched a range of improvements to their breast cancer services.

  19. Local hospitals’ Facebook page reaches 50,000 followers

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    Last week, the Facebook page for Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) surpassed 50,000 likes, regularly attracting more than 300,000 views each and every month.

  20. Enter & View: Ward 24 Gastroenterology

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    In January 2024 Healthwatch Doncaster were invited to undertake an independent review of Ward 24 Gastroenterology at Doncaster Royal Infirmary.

  21. Doncaster Bassetlaw Teaching Hospital launch the 'Visitor's Charter'

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    Doncaster Bassetlaw Teaching Hospital (DBTH) commits to an enhanced experience for patients and visitors through their new 'Visitor's Charter'

  22. Stop smoking programme helps thousands QUIT in South Yorkshire Hospitals

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    Thousands of South Yorkshire residents have been supported to stop smoking thanks to the innovative QUIT programme in our region’s hospitals.

  23. The Accessible Information Standard - What you can expect from services

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    A year ago the Accessible Information Standard came into force. It requires any organisation providing NHS or social care to communicate in a way that everybody can understand. Here's a reminder of what you should expect.