Category: News 2024
South Asian heritage residents invited to health assessment study
Buckinghamshire residents of South Asian heritage can find out more about their health through a county research study. Those who join the South Asia BioBank (LOLIPOP 100K) study at Wycombe […]
Industrial action at Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust by junior doctors
Junior doctors are due to take further strike action for five days from 7am on Saturday 24 February. BMA members’ action will end at 11.59pm on Wednesday 28 February. Members […]
School immunisations team: routine vaccine catch-up clinics
Being up to date with routine vaccinations helps prevent you and your family from becoming unwell. School age children are offered all routine vaccines at school catch-up sessions, via their […]
Maternity survey highlights confidence in staff
The results of the annual Picker Survey about maternity care have been released today. At Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust 197 women responded to the survey, with 95% stating that they […]
Pharmacies to offer drugs for minor conditions – no GP appointment needed
Patients in Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Berkshire West (BOB) will be able to get treatment for seven common conditions at their high street pharmacy from today without needing to see a […]
Heritage and innovation: Largest and oldest spinal unit in the UK plans to raise £80k for 80 years
The National Spinal Injuries Centre (NSIC) at Stoke Mandeville Hospital, the only NHS spinal unit with a dedicated children’s ward, an Upper Limb Lab and historic paralympic roots, is celebrating […]
Trust recognised for its inclusive approach to homeless patients with TB
A Trust initiative to improve support for patients with tuberculosis (TB) who are homeless has been held up as exemplary in government guidance published by the UK health security agency […]
New anaesthetic machines upgrade operating theatres across the trust
44 new, state-of-the-art anaesthetic machines and monitors have been installed across operating theatres at Stoke Mandeville and Wycombe Hospitals, enhancing patient safety and recovery. The equipment, which is used to […]
Founder of Community Head Injuries Service honoured by British Psychological Society
Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist Dr Andy Tyerman, has won the British Psychological Society M B Shapiro Award. The award is given to clinical psychologists who have achieved eminence in the profession. Dr […]
Trust marks five years since the Purple Rose model of care was introduced
The Purple Rose End of Life Care Plan was introduced in the Trust five years ago this month. It reflects the five priorities in end of life care, as recommended […]