1. Hospital Trust celebrates 20 Years of Diabetic Screening Programme

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    Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) is proud to be celebrating the 20th anniversary of its Diabetic Eye Screening Service.

  2. Hospital colleagues take home accolades at local apprenticeship awards

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    Sarah Sutherland and Emily Watkinson at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) were presented with awards after winning in their nominated categories at the Doncaster College Apprenticeship Awards.

  3. 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.

  4. Works begin on brand new Doncaster maternity bereavement suite

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    On 13 March, works began on a bespoke space for people experiencing baby loss at Doncaster Royal Infirmary.

  5. First NHS trust achieves industry leading WQA Gold Standard

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    The highest level of International Accrediting Organisation for Clinical Research Workforce Quality Accreditation for Clinical Research Sites has been awarded to Grounded Research, the research team at RDaSH Foundation Trust

  6. Hospital Trust launches new nursing role to support families with early pregnancy loss

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    Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) has introduced a new Early Pregnancy Loss (EPL) Nurse role, aimed at providing specialised support to women and families who have experience early pregnancy loss.

  7. Local hospitals appoints its first-ever Chief Nursing Information Officer

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    Following a robust selection process, Deanne Driscoll has been appointed Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals’ (DBTH) first ever Chief Nursing Information Officer (CNIO).

  8. Spring COVID Booster Appointments Open This Week

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    South Yorkshire residents who are eligible for a spring covid booster vaccine are being invited to grab a jab as the NHS Covid-19 Vaccination Programme begins this week.

  9. New medical imaging room unveiled at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals

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    Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals has unveiled a newly refurbished x-ray department room at Bassetlaw.

  10. Local hospital Trust unveils dedicated Student Hub

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    Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) has unveiled a new Student Hub at Doncaster Royal Infirmary, providing a dedicated learning and development space for students on placement at the Trust.

  11. Only 7% of people had a good understanding of gynaecological symptoms before experiencing them

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    The UK’s leading gynaecological cancer charity, The Eve Appeal, has published new survey findings to launch its annual fundraising and awareness-raising campaign Get Lippy, which runs throughout May.

  12. New service launched at RDaSH

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    A new service has officially launched this month to help patients get the support they need at home.

    HomeFirst, run by Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH), brings together seven services, many of them already existing, under one umbrella service – meaning the nurses and clinicians can care for patients’ needs better.

  13. Yorkshire Ambulance Service Stakeholder Update - May 2023

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    Catch up on the Yorkshire Ambulance Service Stakeholder update for May 2023. The ABS wants to keep you updated with their work, achievements and challenges.

  14. Pledge to be Smokefree

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    A Yorkshire and North Lincolnshire hospital trust has renewed its pledge to become a smoke free environment.

  15. 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.

  16. National Patient Participation Group Week - Franks Story

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    It's is National Patient Participation Group Week, so we asked the members of our PPG network why does being a member of your PPG matter to you? Read Franks story and find out why you should get involved in your practice PPG.

  17. Are you up to date with your vaccinations?

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    Please review our range of attached resources, developed for use across South Yorkshire to support access to adult vaccinations for those that require or find helpful easy read materials and visual media.

  18. Health professionals at Bassetlaw Hospital invite local people to come along and find out about careers in health

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    Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) will host its ‘Your Future in Healthcare’ event next week, with local students, learners and those considering a career change encouraged to attend. The event will take place on Friday 23 June 2023 at Bassetlaw Hospital and will feature informative sessions led by health professionals from DBTH, local colleges, and universities.

  19. New Virtual Ward service praised

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    A 90-year-old Doncaster woman who has been cared for at home with a new Virtual Ward service says the new way of caring has helped her to get better more quickly.

    The Virtual Ward is run by Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) in partnership with Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, with clinicians visiting patients at home – keeping hospital beds free, yet the same care is delivered.

  20. Doncaster Royal Infirmary opens specialist bereavement suite

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    A specialist facility dedicated to providing solace and support for families navigating the heart-breaking journey of baby loss has opened on Thursday 15 June at Doncaster Royal Infirmary (DRI).

  21. On board the Health Bus for World Continence Week

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    A local health trust’s Specialist Continence Service is marking World Continence Week and inviting the public to come along to meet the team.

  22. There’s no limitations for dreams

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    As we mark Refugee Week 2003, which runs from June 19-25 and which aims to inspire, educate and raise awareness of the situation refugees face, Ali Hamed, a nurse on Hawthorn Ward, at Tickhill Road Hospital, Balby, spoke of his journey to the UK on the Refugee Pathway.

  23. Jason boxing for Cancer Research UK

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    A Doncaster man is getting into the boxing ring to fundraise for charity in memory of his grandma.

  24. 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.

  25. Nominate health staff and volunteers for an award

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    An NHS trust, whose staff and volunteers touch the lives of thousands of people every week in Rotherham, Doncaster, and North Lincolnshire, is seeking nominations for its 2023 Annual Awards for quality care and volunteering.

  26. Our annual report 2022-23: Making a difference in Doncaster

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    We are proud to release our annual report 2022-23 which is a summary of all the projects and issues we have reported on over the last year, and full of the exciting plans for the year to come.

  27. Spreading the News July - Speakup and their advocates

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    Catch up with the latest news and updates from Speakup and their advocates.

  28. NHS South Yorkshire Five Year Plan

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    As the NHS celebrates its 75th birthday this week NHS South Yorkshire are publishing their plans for the next five years which you can comment on. The plans are NHS South Yorkshire’s forward look at what is most important for keeping people healthy and making sure everyone has equal access to health care across Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham and Sheffield.

  29. Constructions to begin on £14.9 million theatre facility at Mexborough’s Montagu Hospital

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    Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) will commence construction works of an elective orthopaedic centre at Montagu Hospital in Mexborough this week, following investment of almost £15 million from NHS England (NHSE).

  30. From public engagement and marmalade sandwiches to the House of Lords.

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    Yesterday Healthwatch Doncaster had the opportunity for national recognition as we represented ourselves, Healthwatch England and people’s voices on Primary and Community Care.

  31. Donkeys pay special visit to fund-raiser

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    Two donkeys paid a visit to a long-standing fundraiser for their sanctuary after she was taken into Doncaster’s hospice.

  32. Doncaster community raises over £3,500 for 75th birthday of NHS

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    Primary schools, healthcare workers and Doncaster businesses have raised a combined £3,500 for Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) Charity as part of NHS 75 celebrations.

  33. Spreading the News August - Speakup and their advocates

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    Catch up with the latest news and updates from Speakup and their advocates.

  34. 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.

  35. 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.

  36. Flying the flag for learning disabilities

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    An NHS governor is flying the flag for people with learning disabilities by using his own knowledge and lived experience to improve the lives of people living with the condition.

  37. NHS South Yorkshire’s Mission Menopause shortlisted for four UK awards

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    NHS South Yorkshire Integrated Care Board (ICB) and South Yorkshire Integrated Care System (ICS) have been shortlisted for four UK awards, including the prestigious Health Service Journal (HSJ) Awards for its outstanding work and contribution to raising awareness of Menopause in the workplace

  38. Insigneo Institute Joins Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust as Newest Partner

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    Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (DBTH) and the University of Sheffield’s Insigneo Institute have entered a formal partnership.

  39. Hospital Health and Wellbeing Team nominated for national health and wellbeing award

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    The Health and Wellbeing Team at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) has been nominated for the Healthcare People Management Association’s (HPMA) Award for Wellbeing as part of their 2023 Excellence in People Awards.

  40. Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals celebrates success of the Board Development Programme, empowering future healthcare leaders

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    Aspiring leaders within the private and public sector have successfully completed the first intake of the Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) Board Development Programme.

  41. Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals celebrates success of the Board Development Programme, empowering future healthcare leaders

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    Aspiring leaders within the private and public sector have successfully completed the first intake of the Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) Board Development Programme.

  42. South Yorkshire Care Providers Shortlisted for 2023 HSJ Awards

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    The shortlist has been announced for the prestigious 2023 HSJ Awards with South Yorkshire healthcare providers shortlisted in three categories.

  43. CQC inspectors publish reports on 189 Adult Social Care, Primary Medical Care and Hospitals Services

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    In the past week, the Care Quality Commission published 189 reports on services which have been inspected by specialist teams of inspectors.

  44. Local hospital wins Gold in NHS England Awards for supporting patient’s improved mobility and recovery

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    Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals’ (DBTH) announces Gold Award success in the NHS England Reconditioning Games, with an initiative to improve patient mobility and recovery seeing huge success.

  45. Local hospitals ask people to use health services wisely this bank holiday

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    Doctors and nurses at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) are urging local people to use health services wisely throughout the long-weekend (26 to 28 August).

  46. A dedicated decade to making a difference - 10 years of Healthwatch Doncaster!

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    Last week people and partners came together to share with us what a wonderful time we’ve had making health and social care better for local people within the very heart of Doncaster over the past decade.

  47. Hospice needs help with raffle prizes

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    Staff at Doncaster’s hospice are appealing to local companies for support with raffle prizes for their festive fundraising. The Fundraising Team at St John’s Hospice in Balby have put out the call for first, second and third prizes for their annual Christmas Raffle.

  48. Local hospitals now offering free sanitary products to its employees

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    Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals has launched a three-month pilot of a new health and wellbeing initiative which will offer free period sanitary products to female employees.

  49. Recovery Games 10th anniversary celebrations

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    As part of national Recovery Month in September, Aspire Drug and Alcohol Service will be marking the 10th anniversary of the Recovery Games and encouraging local people to join in the celebrations.

  50. Asthma friendly schools initiative launched across South Yorkshire

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    As the new school year begins, NHS South Yorkshire’s Children and Young People’s Alliance are calling upon schools across the region to join a new initiative named ‘Asthma Friendly Schools’ as part of the Excellent Asthma Care Programme