News
Trust says thank you to its shining STARS
Posted: 17 June 2013Chemotherapy comes to Malmesbury
Posted: 22 May 2013New mobile unit brings treatment closer to patients
BRINOS charity win national award
Posted: 22 May 2013Our staff awarded for their charity work
Discover more about dementia
Posted: 22 May 2013Public invited to learn more about dementia at special open evening
Recognition for GWH staff in national health awards
Posted: 02 May 2013After being shortlisted for the Health Service Journal (HSJ) Awards last year, GWH is celebrating further national recognition of its staff in 2013.
GWH Trust in top 100 Twitter feeds for nurses
Posted: 18 April 2013Number 18 in the 100 Twitter feeds nurses should follow
Norovirus - what you need to know
Posted: 17 April 2013Important information for patients and visitors
Abseil at GWH for new Paediatric ED
Posted: 19 March 2013Help create a calm and friendly environment for children
Matrons' tea round marks NHS Change Day
Posted: 12 March 2013Great Western Hospital is taking part in NHS Change Day tomorrow, Wednesday 13 March, a national day of collective action to improve care for patients
Tweetathon live in the Emergency Department
Posted: 05 March 2013Gain a 'real time' insight into the busy department
Health talks at GWH
Posted: 25 February 2013Public invited to talks on key health issues
Sound of success for Volunteers
Posted: 25 February 2013Volunteers celebrate two years of the Audiology Support Desk
Community Dental Service in Salisbury re-opens
Posted: 15 February 2013Community Dental Services in Salisbury are up and running again following a major refurbishment.
Trust reassured over meat supply
Posted: 15 February 2013Patients, visitors and staff can be assured of Trust meat products
Trust tops 1000 followers on Twitter
Posted: 14 February 2013Level of interaction increases on popular social media site
Response to the publication of the Francis Inquiry report
Posted: 06 February 2013Response from Nerissa Vaughan, Chief Executive of Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust following the publication of the Francis Inquiry report
Nominate staff for our People's Choice Award
Posted: 31 January 2013Celebrating staff who make a difference
Trust secures £400,000 to makeover their maternity unit at Bath
Posted: 25 January 2013Funding to go towards major refurbishment
Cold weather update
Posted: 23 January 2013Information & updates for our patients and visitors
Improvements made to Chippenham Hospital's restaurant
Posted: 22 January 2013Revamp of the Grapevine restaurant
Have you had your sexual health MOT?
Posted: 07 January 2013Young people urged to have their free annual Chlamydia test
GWH welcomes Non-Executive Directors
Posted: 03 January 2013Two new faces join our Trust Board
Trust launches new Nursing Strategy
Posted: 02 January 2013How new strategy will take front line patient care to a higher level
It needn't be A&E - Choose Well this winter
Posted: 24 December 2012At least one in four people attending A&E could be treated more quickly and effectively elsewhere
Paralympian to open Wheelchair service at Melksham
Posted: 06 December 2012Five times medallist Stephanie Millward lends her support
The Great Western Hospital is 10!
Posted: 30 November 2012Artwork unveiling to kick off week of GWH anniversary events
Meeting the financial challenges of the future
Posted: 29 November 2012South West Pay Terms and Conditions Consortium
Share your experiences
Posted: 27 November 2012Volunteers needed to help us improve patient experience
GWH 10th anniversary events revealed
Posted: 20 November 2012Celebrate our 10th anniversary with us
Chemotherapy unit moves closer to patients' homes
Posted: 20 November 2012Mobile Chemotherapy Unit to open in March 2013
Chippenham X-ray service back on line
Posted: 16 November 2012New equipment installed and major refurbishment
Restricted access to Warminster Hospital on 30th November
Posted: 15 November 2012Parade through town may affect access to Warminster hospital and parking
Have your say - Cancer Services DVD
Posted: 13 November 2012Team to produce DVD for those affected by cancer
GWH calls on people to reach new heights
Posted: 11 October 2012Abseil for GWH as part of their 10 year anniversary
Chippenham Birthing Centre raise nearly £4k at roadshow
Posted: 04 October 2012Mother and Baby Roadshow a fundraising success
Improving dementia care
Posted: 27 September 2012Trust launches Dementia Champions campaign
Your chance to become a Governor
Posted: 20 September 2012Represent the views of your local community and influence how your local NHS healthcare provider is run.
Notice of Election
Posted: 20 September 2012Notice of Election - for the Council of Governors of the Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Mother and Baby Roadshow
Posted: 14 September 2012Chippenham Birthing Centre's fundraising roadshow coming soon
Wiltshire Breast Screening Service at GWH celebrates 21 years
Posted: 13 September 2012Breast screening service reaches 21 years
GWH staff shortlisted for prestigious national health awards
Posted: 12 September 2012HSJ Awards shortlist revealed
Community art gallery opens at GWH
Posted: 11 September 2012First exhibition on display from local artist
Your invite to our Annual Members' Meeting
Posted: 07 September 2012Hear about the Trust's latest developments and put your questions to us
Help GWH celebrate its 10th anniversary
Posted: 21 August 2012Your child's chance to be part of commemorative artwork
Sainsbury's in Wootton Bassett kick-off fundraising for SCBU
Posted: 16 August 2012Store selects SCBU at GWH as their charity of the year
Have you shared your contact details?
Posted: 24 July 2012Help us keep you informed about your appointments
Who is your NHS Hero?
Posted: 19 July 2012National scheme to recognise NHS staff
Celebrating excellence at annual staff awards
Posted: 13 July 2012Outstanding achievements showcased at awards ceremony
Information about BMA industrial action following Government dispute
Posted: 20 June 2012Plans in place to keep disruption to a minimum
Trust launches Green Bag initiative to improve patient safety
Posted: 18 June 2012Green bags allow patients to keep their medicines with them
Prevention is the key for specialist Nurse group
Posted: 11 June 2012Nurses organise a Pressure Ulcer Awareness Week
Your chance to become a Trust Governor
Posted: 07 June 20122012 Governor nominations now open - Gloucestershire and BANES
GWH staff gearing up for Work out at Work Day
Posted: 07 June 2012Staff to try out fitness classes and Pedometers
'Enjoy it. Don't spoil it' call to Euro 2012 fans
Posted: 21 May 2012Message to supporters as countdown begins
Dementia - Keeping it in mind
Posted: 11 May 2012Raising the quality of care for people with Dementia
Celebrate World Nurses Day - 12th May 2012
Posted: 08 May 2012Nurses past and present share their special memories
GWH displays art from the V&A Museum
Posted: 19 April 2012Exclusive artwork on display at GWH
GWH becomes designated Trauma Unit
Posted: 03 April 2012Hospital is placed within two regional Trauma Networks
Beech Ward renamed as Mulberry Ward
Posted: 23 March 2012Name change for Beech Ward at Chippenham Hospital
Birth Centre anniversary
Posted: 20 March 2012Join us for a 'Tweetathon' from the Birth Centre
Information on strike action by Carillion support workers
Posted: 27 February 2012Patient services not affected by Carillion strike
Share your views with us
Posted: 09 February 2012Blog launched to provide new insight into the Trust
Statement regarding Care Quality Commission report
Posted: 01 February 2012Trust response to CQC Review of Compliance published on 26th January
Important information regarding Norovirus in the community
Posted: 01 February 2012Information for patients and visitors about Norovirus
Promoting dignity in care
Posted: 31 January 2012Trust supports Dignity Action Day
Celebrating staff who make a difference
Posted: 30 January 2012Trust launches People's Choice Award
Productive Community Hospital Programme launched at Savernake
Posted: 24 January 2012Hospital wards join forces to improve patient care
Trust Board meeting details announced
Posted: 23 January 2012Board papers now available for Trust Board meeting on 26th January 2012
Update on traffic issues leading onto GWH
Posted: 05 January 2012Information about recent traffic issues at the hospital
Christmas carol service at GWH
Posted: 15 December 2011GWH gets festive with a special Christmas Carol Service
Car parking update for the GWH
Posted: 01 December 2011Update on changes to patient and visitor car parking at the GWH
Parking now pay on exit at GWH
Posted: 30 November 2011More parking spaces now available for patients and visitors
Planned national strike action
Posted: 29 November 2011Maintaining patient services on Wednesday 30th November 2011
Scheme helps dads play a greater role in postnatal care
Posted: 15 November 2011Princess Anne Wing pilot scheme recognised in new guide
New uniforms for Pharmacy team
Posted: 03 November 2011Pharmacy team unveil new uniforms making them easier to identify around the hospital
Update on the car park construction works
Posted: 13 October 2011Car park works scheduled to finish on 7th November
Response to the Care Quality Commission's findings on dignity and nutrition
Posted: 13 October 2011Statement on Care Quality Commission report into NHS care of the elderly
Crowds flock to GWH Open Day
Posted: 27 September 2011Event raises thousands for GWH Charitable Funds
Come along to our Hospital Open Day
Posted: 15 September 2011Chance to see behind the scenes at GWH
GWH hosts Annual Members' Meeting
Posted: 13 September 2011Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust hosts Annual Members' Meeting in Devizes
Wiltshire hospitals rated for cleanliness, food, privacy and dignity
Posted: 02 September 2011Assessments rate a range of patient services
GWH rated excellent for third year running
Posted: 02 September 2011Assessments rate cleanliness of the hospital environment, food quality and levels of privacy and dignity
GWH signs up to JustTextGiving
Posted: 18 August 2011GWH is one of the first to use new, free text message service to raise funds
New Chief Executive to join GWH
Posted: 05 August 2011Nerissa Vaughan to join Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust as a Chief Executive
Good standard of care for Warminster Community Hospital
Posted: 05 August 2011Care Quality inspection of Warminster Community hospital shows good standard of care
GWH calls on people to hit new heights
Posted: 05 August 2011GWH calls on people to hit new heights with a charity abseil
Staff awards at Great Western Hospital
Posted: 05 August 2011Staff at Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust recognised for their outstanding achievements
Baby friendly boost for Wiltshire Community Health Services (WCHS)
Posted: 05 August 2011Baby friendly boost for Wiltshire Community Services
GWH Annual Report and Accounts now online
Posted: 05 August 2011Annual Report and Quality Accounts available to download
Council of Governors meeting Thursday 21st July
Posted: 05 August 2011Come along to our Council of Governors meeting on Thursday 21st July
GWH Maternity Service wins prestigious award
Posted: 05 August 2011Antenatal team wins award for care provided to women with high risk or complex preganancies