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The odds were in favour at Great Western Hospitals' 'Night at the Races'
Posted: 24 June 2019Celebrating staff excellence at our annual awards night
Sepsis and Acute Kidney Injury flags see quicker response time
Posted: 17 June 2019Electronically-entered observations being rolled out
GWH nurse awarded British Empire Medal for transforming care of vulnerable people
Posted: 10 June 2019Congratulations to Wendy Johnson BEM
Community COPD and Oxygen specialists help people in Swindon to breathe well and live well
Posted: 06 June 2019Free health talk on Thursday 13 June
Celebrating National Volunteers Week
Posted: 05 June 2019A big 'thank you' to our 400+ volunteers
The countdown is on to Swindon Bubble Rush - have you got your ticket?
Posted: 30 May 2019Brighter Futures family fun event with a difference
Music therapy improves patient experience for those living with dementia
Posted: 24 May 2019Sessions bringing 'remarkable' benefits
Clinical trials leading the way in innovative care
Posted: 20 May 2019Patients and their families encouraged to enquire about taking part
End of life care nurses urge local people to talk about their wishes and plans
Posted: 13 May 2019It's Dying Matters Week
We're celebrating International Day of Nursing
Posted: 10 May 2019Chief Nurse pays tribute to hospital and community nurses and midwives
Sun Awareness Week
Posted: 08 May 2019Essential advice from Macmillan Skin Cancer Specialist
LGBTQ+ community supported with new Rainbow Badge Scheme
Posted: 07 May 2019Staff signing up to be 'Rainbow Warriors'
End of life and palliative care professionals help people in Swindon to talk, plan and live
Posted: 03 May 2019Free talk at GWH on Thursday 16 May
Eight day reduction in length of stay for patients with a red bag
Posted: 24 April 2019New scheme already improving patient care
Giving patients a voice to improve the care we give
Posted: 23 April 2019Experience of Care Week - 22-26 April
Children can now drive themselves to surgery in style
Posted: 17 April 2019A big thank you to Tesla Owners Group UK for the donation
South Cerney Army Regiment delivers Easter Eggs to Children's Ward
Posted: 15 April 2019The children were thrilled to receive the sweet treats
Support your local NHS to help patients leave hospital
Posted: 11 April 2019There's lots family, friends and carers can do to help
Seek help early on
Posted: 11 April 2019Don't wait until your condition gets worse
Free health talk offers kidney advice
Posted: 11 April 2019Guidance on maintaining healthy kidneys and recognising kidney issues
New incubators to care for the Trusts youngest patients
Posted: 29 March 2019See how your fundraising has helped the Trust's youngest patients.
Brighter Futures wins Pride of Swindon Award
Posted: 28 March 2019The award celebrated the charity smashing their £2.9million target
Swallowing Awareness Day
Posted: 12 March 2019Speech and Language Therapists managing dysphagia - swallowing difficulties
National Nutrition and Hydration Week
Posted: 12 March 2019Help Brighter Futures hit their Droplet Cup Appeal Target
National Apprenticeship Week
Posted: 05 March 2019Find out more about the range of apprentices available at GWH
Need some guidance on the new Red Bags?
Posted: 04 March 2019GWH is holding a free health talk about the red bag scheme
Do you know if you're an alcoholic?
Posted: 04 March 2019Found out more about the services available at the Great Western Hospital for those struggling with alcohol addictions.
Opportunities to join our team
Posted: 04 March 2019Many of our roles don't require a healthcare qualification
Great Western Hospital improves care for deaf patients with new virtual service
Posted: 18 February 2019The service will improve the patient experience for all deaf patients
Admiral Nurse Service Launched at Swindon's Great Western Hospital
Posted: 18 February 2019New service will see a team of dedicated specialist dementia nurses working across community and hospital settings
Problems with some phone numbers
Posted: 14 February 2019What to do if you can't get through
Sweet treats for Brighter Futures at Rick Stein's Marlborough restaurant
Posted: 12 February 2019Coffee morning raises over £600
Great Western Hospital is best performing in new national pilot
Posted: 05 February 2019Saving 80 lives over the last three years
Update: contacting or visiting the hospital today
Posted: 02 February 2019Latest information
Snow update
Posted: 01 February 2019Information for patients, visitors and staff
Physiotherapy and Musculoskeletal Assessment and Treatment Service (MATS) appointments cancelled
Posted: 01 February 2019Please don't attend today
Great Western Hospital leads the way down under
Posted: 31 January 2019GWH has been approached by a Melbourne based healthcare provider.
Reminding vulnerable residents to get the flu vaccine
Posted: 29 January 2019As temperatures continue to drop and snow falls, we're reminding those who are eligible to get their free flu jab.
New red bags to arrive with care home residents at Great Western Hospital
Posted: 28 January 2019Simple idea to improve hospital care
Brighter Futures event kicks off radiotherapy celebrations following charity's success
Posted: 25 January 2019Flash mob helps to say 'Thank you'
New patient pathway to reduce waiting times in the Emergency Department
Posted: 24 January 2019Improvements for patients with chest pain
Physiotherapists share advice and support for local people with hip and knee pain
Posted: 14 January 2019A free wellbeing event
New training to improve quality of care for patients with additional and complex needs
Posted: 09 January 2019New learning and development toolkit for staff
Keep off teething necklaces
Posted: 08 January 2019Consultant paediatrician warns of dangers
GWH improves services with new Medical Day Unit
Posted: 08 January 2019Dedicated unit at the Swindon Intermediate Care Centre (SwICC)
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