Contensis: http://www.contentmanagement.co.uk http://live-websiteproject-uhs.cloud.contensis.com/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/Latest-news.aspx?SyndicationType=2 2026-04-15T22:43:01Z Ashley Hartridge

We are delighted to congratulate consultant paediatrician Dr Katrina Cathie and consultant dermatologist Professor Keith Godfrey who are among those being recognised in the New Year's Honours list for their efforts to combat COVID-19 this year.

2020-12-31T11:33:00Z 2020-12-31T11:32:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2020/December/UHS-staff-among-Hampshire-heroes-recognised-in-New-Year-Honours.aspx Ashley Hartridge

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust has become the latest hospital hub to begin administering COVID-19 vaccinations in our community.

2020-12-29T17:45:00Z 2020-12-29T17:53:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2020/December/University-Hospital-Southampton-joins-national-COVID-19-vaccination-programme.aspx Sian Bryant

Information on Latest instalment of award winning comic book series aimed at supporting young people with type 1 diabetes

2020-12-18T11:54:00Z 2020-12-18T11:53:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2020/December/Latest-instalment-of-award-winning-comic-book-series-aimed-at-supporting-young-people-with-type-1-diabetes.aspx Sian Bryant

More patients will be able to receive potentially life-saving treatments for blood cancers following the opening of a brand new ward at University Hospital Southampton.

2020-12-17T13:54:00Z 2020-12-17T13:55:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2020/December/New-cancer-care-ward-opened-at-UHS-built-in-just-six-months.aspx Madeleine Horst

If you're a patient currently waiting for a procedure, then you will soon receive a text message, letter or phone call from us.

2020-12-01T16:34:00Z 2020-12-01T16:55:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2020/December/For-patients-who-are-waiting-for-a-procedure.aspx Ashley Hartridge

In appreciation of the amazing team effort of everyone at University Hospital Southampton during the COVID-19 pandemic, we have now installed a series of suitably giant-sized thank you messages outside the new GICU extension near our main entrance as well as near the entrances to Princess Anne Hospital and the eye unit.

2020-11-20T17:14:00Z 2020-11-20T17:20:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2020/November/A-giant-sized-thank-you-to-our-staff.aspx Madeleine Horst

A leading diabetes consultant has scooped a prestigious award for being part of the collaborative team that developed an online education programme.

2020-11-13T08:00:00Z 2020-11-13T09:45:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2020/November/Prestigious-award-for-leading-UHS-diabetes-consultant-ahead-of-international-awareness-days.aspx Ashley Hartridge

Chief medical officer at University Hospital Southampton Derek Sandeman is urging the public to adhere to newly-imposed lockdown restrictions, describing it as a 'lifeline' for the community.

2020-11-06T11:12:00Z 2020-11-16T10:15:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2020/November/Hospital-trust-hails-lockdown-as-our-'lifeline'-in-taking-back-control-of-coronavirus-spread-in-the-community..aspx Amanda Venters

Announcement regarding the UHS chief executive Paula Head

2020-11-02T14:00:00Z 2020-11-02T14:00:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2020/November/Announcement-regarding-the-UHS-chief-executive-Paula-Head.aspx Amanda Venters

NHS England medical director Professor Stephen Powis met with staff at UHS earlier today (Friday) to find out more about the Trust's response to COVID-19 and pioneering research developments.

2020-10-30T17:50:00Z 2020-10-30T18:14:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2020/October/NHS-medical-director-tours-COVID-testing-facilities-at-UHS.aspx Ashley Hartridge

A state-of-the-art intensive care unit for the south's most critically ill patients will be opened at University Hospital Southampton this week.

2020-09-30T10:38:00Z 2020-10-01T15:55:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2020/September/University-Hospital-Southampton-opens-22m-state-of-the-art-general-intensive-care-unit.aspx Sian Bryant

Information on Southampton patient becomes first in UK to have innovative Bluetooth heart monitor implant paired to their phone

2020-09-25T16:17:00Z 2020-09-25T16:57:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2020/September/Southampton-patient-becomes-first-in-UK-to-have-innovative-Bluetooth-heart-monitor-implant-paired-to-their-phone.aspx Ashley Hartridge

Leading children's author helps young Southampton patients be COVID ZERO heroes

2020-09-24T12:01:00Z 2020-09-25T12:03:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2020/September/Leading-children's-author-helps-young-Southampton-patients-be-COVID-ZERO-heroes.aspx Sian Bryant

Health minister Nadine Dorries MP has praised a University Hospital Southampton campaign aimed at protecting hospitals from the spread of COVID-19.

2020-09-17T16:26:00Z 2020-09-17T20:09:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2020/September/Ministerial-praise-for-COVID-ZERO-campaign.aspx Amanda Venters

Gift of Life tribute at UHS to mark organ donation awareness week

2020-09-10T14:36:00Z 2020-09-11T13:08:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2020/September/Gift-of-Life-tribute-at-UHS-to-mark-organ-donation-awareness-week.aspx Amanda Venters

Students involved in school bus collision treated at Hampshire hospitals

2020-09-10T12:02:00Z 2020-09-10T12:36:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2020/September/Students-involved-in-school-bus-collision-treated-at-Hampshire-hospitals.aspx Madeleine Horst

Please be aware that our phlebotomy (blood test) services are now available by appointment only.

2020-08-17T11:06:00Z 2020-08-17T11:23:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2020/August/New-appointment-system-for-blood-tests.aspx Ashley Hartridge

World renowned children's illustrator Sir Quentin Blake has created a new character exclusively for Southampton Children's Hospital to help reassure youngsters undergoing operations during the coronavirus pandemic.

2020-07-30T08:51:00Z 2020-07-30T08:50:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2020/July/Sir-Quentin-Blake-creates-bespoke-character-for-Southampton-Childrens-Hospital.aspx Ashley Hartridge

There's no doubt about it; technology has been a huge help during this pandemic. Teams across all NHS hospitals are benefitting from different ways of working and have embraced new platforms to make sure their patients are prioritised, while getting the same high-quality care they received prior to the COVID-19 outbreak.

2020-07-15T17:34:00Z 2020-07-15T17:33:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2020/July/Southampton's-youngest-patients-supported-by-life-changing-technology-in-virtual-clinics.aspx Ashley Hartridge

Information on Southampton surgeons implant world's smallest pacemaker inside karate champion's heart

2020-07-13T16:25:00Z 2020-07-13T16:24:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2020/July/Southampton-surgeons-implant-world's-smallest-pacemaker-inside-karate-champion's-heart.aspx Ashley Hartridge

A campaign has been launched to wipe out the transmission of COVID-19 in Southampton's hospitals – and the community is being called on to play a vital part.University Hospital Southampton is now planning to bring back services and healthcare support and is leading from the frontline in ensuring that patients who need treatment can access it safely.

2020-07-01T00:15:00Z 2020-07-06T11:36:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2020/July/UHS-launches-COVID-ZERO-campaign-to-help-protect-patients-and-staff.aspx Sian Bryant

The Prime Minister along with the UK's top scientific advisers have paid tribute to the hundreds of volunteers who have already signed up to the COVID-19 vaccination trials in Southampton.

2020-06-11T16:29:00Z 2020-06-11T16:29:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2020/June/Southamptons-COVID-19-vaccine-trial-volunteers-thanked-by-Prime-Minister.aspx Amanda Venters

Southampton Children's Hospital celebrates volunteers' week

2020-06-05T14:56:00Z 2020-06-05T15:05:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2020/June/Southampton-Childrens-Hospital-celebrates-volunteers-week.aspx Matthew Watts

A liver expert has said people who feel anxious about returning to work after binge drinking over the festive season may actually be suffering from alcohol withdrawal symptoms.

2019-12-31T10:59:00Z 2019-12-31T10:58:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/December/Press-release-Liver-expert-says-alcohol-withdrawal-symptoms-'to-blame'-for-workplace-anxiety.aspx Ashley Hartridge

Information on Getting medical attention over Christmas

2019-12-23T13:50:00Z 2019-12-23T14:13:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/December/Getting-medical-attention-over-Christmas.aspx Matthew Watts

Eye experts in Southampton are trialling a discreet 'buzzing belt' that can help people with sight loss find their way around.

2019-12-16T11:57:00Z 2019-12-16T11:57:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/December/Press-release-Southampton-eye-experts-trial-'buzzing-belt'-to-help-patients-with-sight-loss.aspx Matthew Watts

Test Valley Borough Council has given the green light for a permanent park and ride facility for staff working at UHS and a new health and innovation campus to be built at Adanac Park in Nursling, Southampton.

2019-12-16T08:17:00Z 2019-12-16T08:17:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/December/Council-grants-planning-permission-for-hospital-park-and-ride-and-health-campus.aspx Matthew Watts

The rate of survival for patients undergoing bowel cancer surgery in Southampton is four times better than the national average.

2019-12-09T13:33:00Z 2019-12-09T14:13:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/December/Press-release-Bowel-cancer-and-emergency-surgery-survival-in-Southampton-among-best-in-country.aspx Matthew Watts

Doctors in Southampton have developed a pioneering way to test patients with diarrhoea that can diagnose the cause within an hour as opposed to the current wait of several days.

2019-11-29T12:40:00Z 2019-11-29T12:40:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/November/Press-release-Doctors-develop-way-to-diagnose-diarrhoea-infection-within-an-hour.aspx Matthew Watts

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust has announced a new non-executive appointment to its board of directors.

2019-11-22T14:08:00Z 2019-11-22T14:08:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/November/Hospital-trust-announces-new-appointment-to-board-of-directors.aspx Ashley Hartridge

The inflammatory bowel disease team in Southampton have become the first clinical team in the UK to experience a day in the life of their patients using an innovative 24-hour app.

2019-11-19T15:39:00Z 2019-11-21T15:23:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/November/Press-release-Health-professionals-spend-'day-in-life'-of-inflammatory-bowel-disease-patients-using-innovative-24-hour-app.aspx Madeleine Horst

The next Trust Board public meeting will be held on Thursday, 28 November.

2019-11-19T11:04:00Z 2019-11-19T11:04:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/November/Next-meeting-of-the-Trust-Board-28-November-2019.aspx Ashley Hartridge

Patients and visitors to Southampton General Hospital are being advised of roadworks that are taking place on one of the main exit routes from the site.

2019-11-18T12:46:00Z 2019-11-28T10:54:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/November/Improvements-to-crossing-at-Southampton-General-Hospital-emergency-department.aspx Ashley Hartridge

Southampton's Princess Anne Hospital will go purple to mark World Prematurity Day on Sunday, 17 November – before staff, parents and babies hit the nation's TV screens in a new advertising campaign.

2019-11-15T17:19:00Z 2019-11-18T12:36:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/November/Press-release-Southamptons-Princess-Anne-Hospital-to-go-purple-for-World-Prematurity-Day.aspx Ashley Hartridge

We recently experienced a number of ward closures across our Trust due to cases of norovirus and an increase in emergency admissions. Please help us keep the virus contained and keep the emergency department working effectively by following the guidance here.

2019-11-08T14:02:00Z 2019-12-13T16:53:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/November/Updated-Important-information-for-patients-and-visitors.aspx Matthew Watts

Children's intensive care doctors in Southampton have become the first in the UK to use a pioneering 'pocket' ultrasound probe which beams scans instantly to an iPhone or iPad.

2019-11-07T12:45:00Z 2019-11-07T13:56:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/November/Press-release-Doctors-use-pioneering-'pocket'-ultrasound-to-beam-scans-to-iPhones-in-an-instant.aspx Ashley Hartridge

Patients will be able to access free TV on Sunday, 10 November (8am to 2pm), allowing them to watch the National Service of Remembrance.

2019-11-06T12:41:00Z 2019-11-06T12:41:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/November/Free-TV-for-National-Service-of-Remembrance-–-Sunday-10-November.aspx Matthew Watts

Researchers in the UK and Europe have discovered the bacteria which causes whooping cough can "lurk silently" in the noses and throats of healthy people.

2019-10-23T13:19:00Z 2019-10-23T17:43:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/October/Press-release-Researchers-find-whooping-cough-bacteria-lurks-silently-in-healthy-people.aspx Sian Bryant

The pioneering LifeLab which is based at UHS has been recognised as a Centre of Excellence by the Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH) for its work in supporting young people to become ambassadors for healthy change in their own communities.

2019-10-22T10:50:00Z 2019-10-22T10:50:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/October/Building-on-award-success-at-innovative-healthy-living-project-based-at-UHS.aspx Matthew Watts

Clinicians in Southampton are using a pioneering gel injection that can reduce the side effects of radiotherapy for prostate cancer patients.

2019-10-21T16:24:00Z 2019-10-21T17:01:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/October/Press-release-Southampton-clinicians-use-new-gel-injection-to-reduce-side-effects-for-prostate-cancer-patients.aspx Madeleine Horst

The next Trust Board public meeting will be held on Thursday, 31 October.

2019-10-21T11:12:00Z 2019-10-21T11:12:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/October/Next-meeting-of-the-Trust-Board-31-October-2019.aspx Matthew Watts

A leading doctor based at Southampton's university hospitals has warned against the use of home genetic testing kits and called for more regulation of, and engagement with, the industry.

2019-10-16T23:30:00Z 2019-10-16T17:42:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/October/Press-release-Southampton-expert-says-home-genetic-testing-kits-shouldnt-be-used-for-healthcare-decisions.aspx Matthew Watts

NHS staff from across Hampshire will join forces this week to showcase plans for the future of healthcare in the south.

2019-10-14T13:42:00Z 2019-10-14T13:59:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/October/NHS-staff-from-across-Hampshire-join-forces-to-showcase-future-of-healthcare.aspx Matthew Watts

Researchers in Southampton have said the lack of data on overweight children presenting for surgery in the UK may be putting them at greater risk of complications.

2019-10-09T11:26:00Z 2019-10-14T13:49:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/October/Press-release-Doctors-say-lack-of-data-may-put-overweight-children-at-risk-during-surgery.aspx Madeleine Horst

Information on New website to help you find the right NHS service

2019-10-07T12:25:00Z 2019-10-07T12:25:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/October/New-website-to-help-you-find-the-right-NHS-service.aspx Sian Bryant

The new Every Mind Matters campaign encourages adults to be more aware of their mental health and helps them to discover simple steps to look after their mental health and wellbeing.

2019-10-07T11:08:00Z 2019-10-07T11:06:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/October/Public-Health-England-launches-'Every-Mind-Matters'-the-first-national-NHS-mental-health-campaign..aspx Matthew Watts

Doctors in Southampton are trialling a new vaccine that could prevent babies developing a virus which can cause life-threatening respiratory infections.

2019-10-03T11:50:00Z 2019-10-03T11:49:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/October/Press-release-Doctors-trial-new-vaccine-to-protect-babies-against-life-threatening-respiratory-infections.aspx Matthew Watts

A team of Southampton doctors, nurses, patients and fundraisers are set to take part in a second major scrap car rally to raise funds for a novel cancer treatment.

2019-10-01T11:20:00Z 2019-10-01T11:18:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/October/Press-release-Staff-and-patients-to-take-part-in-second-scrap-car-rally-for-cancer-charity.aspx Madeleine Horst

A paediatric unit that provides care and treatment for children with chronic health conditions has celebrated its 30th anniversary with the opening of a new dedicated space for teenagers.

2019-09-25T11:21:00Z 2019-09-25T11:33:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/September/UHS-childrens-unit-celebrates-30-years-with-opening-of-new-space-for-teenagers.aspx Madeleine Horst

Our emergency department is just one of the urgent care services in Southampton. If you need medical attention but it is not life threatening, there are a number of other local NHS services to choose from. Selecting the right one will help you get the treatment you need faster.

2019-09-23T14:30:00Z 2019-09-23T14:52:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/August/Choosing-the-right-service-over-the-August-bank-holiday-weekend.aspx Madeleine Horst

Members of staff and the public are invited to the next Council of Governors' meeting, which will be held on Tuesday, 8 October 2019.

2019-09-23T11:30:00Z 2019-09-23T11:34:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/October/Council-of-Governors-meeting-Tuesday-8-October.aspx Sarah Pass

Voting has closed, and we are pleased to announce the results of the 2019 election to join the Council of Governors.

2019-09-17T13:28:00Z 2019-09-25T09:46:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/September/Governor-elections-2019-the-results.aspx Matthew Watts

Staff at Southampton's teaching hospitals are set to mark World Patient Safety Day (Tuesday, 17 September) by launching a drive to improve kindness and appreciation for each other.

2019-09-16T22:19:00Z 2019-09-24T09:51:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/September/Hospital-staff-to-mark-patient-safety-day-with-drive-to-improve-kindness.aspx Madeleine Horst

The next Trust Board public meeting will be held on Thursday, 26 September.

2019-09-16T11:59:00Z 2019-09-16T11:59:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/September/Next-meeting-of-the-Trust-Board-26-September-2019.aspx Madeleine Horst

A cancer expert has welcomed the introduction of the HPV vaccine for boys but warned not extending it to those over 13 is "misguided".

2019-09-16T09:54:00Z 2019-09-16T09:53:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/September/Press-release-Cancer-expert-welcomes-HPV-vaccine-for-boys-but-warns-against-limited-rollout.aspx Ashley Hartridge

A leading doctor has warned that people with an undiagnosed and untreated sleep condition are as dangerous on the roads as drink drivers.

2019-09-13T16:44:00Z 2019-09-13T16:44:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/September/Doctor-warns-untreated-sleep-disorder-as-dangerous-as-drink-driving.aspx

Surgeons in Southampton are part of a groundbreaking national trial that could transform the treatment of advanced prostate cancer.

2019-09-05T11:40:00Z 2019-09-14T22:33:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/September/Press-release-Surgeons-begin-potentially-game-changing-prostate-cancer-trial.aspx

A new children's short stay assessment unit will open on Tuesday, 10 September as part of the children's emergency department at University Hospital Southampton.

2019-09-04T10:07:00Z 2019-09-14T22:32:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/September/Introducing-the-childrens-short-stay-assessment-unit.aspx

A leading children's doctor has said patients across the UK with kidney disease and their families are being "let down" by a lack of mental health support and therapy.

2019-08-28T10:25:00Z 2019-09-14T22:03:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/August/Press-release-Leading-doctor-says-kidney-patients-and-families-let-down-by-poor-mental-health-support-and-therapy.aspx

The next Trust Board public meeting will be held on Friday, 30 August 2019.

2019-08-23T10:56:00Z 2019-09-14T22:02:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/August/Next-meeting-of-the-Trust-Board-Friday-30-August.aspx

The orange car park at Southampton General Hospital will be temporarily closed from 6pm Friday, 23 August to 8pm on Sunday, 25 August, to enable the delivery and installation of a crane for the general intensive care unit (GICU) extension building works.

2019-08-21T11:01:00Z 2019-09-14T22:05:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/August/Temporary-closure-of-orange-car-park.aspx

Surgeons in Southampton are using a new laser technique to dust away the surface of large kidney stones and make them crumble like popcorn.

2019-08-19T16:27:00Z 2019-09-14T22:04:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/August/Press-release-Surgeons-use-laser-'pop-dusting'-technique-to-remove-kidney-stones.aspx

The outpatient pharmacy at Southampton General Hospital is undergoing a redesign, with work starting on Saturday, 17 August. This essential work will improve efficiency of our pharmacy and the experience our patients receive.

2019-08-16T16:19:00Z 2019-09-14T22:05:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/August/Temporary-changes-to-outpatient-pharmacy.aspx

Doctors and nurses in Southampton and Portsmouth are piloting a virtual reality training system to help improve the care of people with diabetes during hospital admissions.

2019-08-16T12:30:00Z 2019-09-14T22:03:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/August/Press-release-Clinicians-trial-virtual-reality-training-to-improve-care-for-patients-with-diabetes.aspx Matthew Watts

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust has announced a new non-executive appointment to its board of directors.

2019-08-14T17:14:00Z 2019-09-24T09:48:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/August/Hospital-trust-announces-new-appointment-to-board-of-directors.aspx Matthew Watts

Clinicians will screen cricket fans for diabetes for the first time in the UK today (Friday) when Hampshire host Somerset in the Vitality Blast at The Ageas Bowl.

2019-08-09T09:05:00Z 2019-09-24T09:48:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/August/Clinicians-to-screen-cricket-fans-for-diabetes-in-UK-first.aspx

A Southampton nurse who has transformed care for armed forces personnel and veterans diagnosed with an asbestos-related cancer has been made full-time due to her success.

2019-08-06T11:26:00Z 2019-09-14T22:03:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/August/Press-release-Southampton-cancer-nurse-transforming-care-for-military-personnel-and-veterans.aspx

Voting is now open to elect governors to represent the public constituencies of Southampton City, New Forest, Eastleigh and Test Valley, Isle of Wight and Rest of England and Wales.

2019-08-05T13:13:00Z 2019-09-14T22:02:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/August/Governor-elections-voting-now-open.aspx

Researchers in Southampton have discovered a "hidden reservoir of bacteria" in the nose that can prevent antibiotics being effective in the treatment of chronic sinus infections.

2019-08-01T16:06:00Z 2019-09-14T22:04:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/August/Press-release-Southampton-researchers-discover-hidden-reservoir-of-bacteria-in-nose-linked-to-chronic-sinus-infections.aspx

A top spinal surgeon has urged people to recognise the dangers posed by water parks and shallow diving as they set off on their summer holidays.

2019-07-31T11:37:00Z 2019-09-14T22:16:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/July/Press-release-Spinal-surgeon-warns-holidaymakers-of-water-park-and-shallow-diving-dangers.aspx

Staff at University Hospital Southampton have created an innovative dementia-friendly x-ray room complete with woodland imagery, blue sky tiles and music tailored to each patient.

2019-07-26T12:30:00Z 2019-09-14T22:15:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/July/Press-release-Hospital-develops-innovative-dementia-friendly-x-ray-room.aspx

Patients and staff at University Hospital Southampton (UHS) met Saints legend Matt Le Tissier when he visited an 'activity hub' designed to encourage health and wellbeing through exercise and movement for older people.

2019-07-25T12:54:00Z 2019-09-14T22:16:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/July/Saints-legend-Matt-Le-Tissier-visits-patients-and-staff.aspx

Staff and patients have celebrated the grand opening of an activity hub to serve patients on the medicine for older people (MOP) wards. The hub will play a key role in getting people moving while tackling the loneliness that some patients feel while in hospital.

2019-07-19T09:58:00Z 2019-09-14T22:14:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/July/Hospital-trust-opens-activity-hub-for-older-patients.aspx

NHS Blood and Transplant is calling for donors in Southampton to give blood throughout the summer to help those who need it most.

2019-07-12T16:16:00Z 2019-09-14T22:14:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/July/Give-someone-another-summer-give-blood.aspx

Trust Taplins Childcare, a nursery for children whose parents work at University Hospital Southampton, has improved babies' sleep through the innovative use of white noise.

2019-07-04T15:12:00Z 2019-09-14T22:17:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/July/UHS-nursery-finds-white-noise-helps-children-sleep-for-longer.aspx

Members of staff and the public are invited to the next Council of Governors' meeting which will be held on Tuesday, 9 July 2019.

2019-07-03T13:35:00Z 2019-09-14T22:14:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/July/Council-of-Governors-meeting-Tuesday-9-July.aspx

A pharmacist based at Southampton's teaching hospitals has been recognised by the Prime Minister for his work to improve diabetes care.

2019-07-02T10:33:00Z 2019-09-14T22:16:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/July/Press-release-Southampton-pharmacist-recognised-by-Prime-Minister-for-diabetes-care.aspx

Patients, staff and visitors to Southampton General and Princess Anne hospitals are being advised of diversions that will be in place overnight beginning tomorrow (Monday, 1 July)

2019-06-30T12:00:00Z 2019-09-14T22:19:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/June/Overnight-closures-of-Coxford-Road-for-resurfacing-work.aspx

Clinicians and researchers in Southampton have secured £2.8 million to develop cutting-edge research laboratories to tackle antibiotic-resistant infections.

2019-06-28T10:58:00Z 2019-09-14T22:22:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/June/Press-release-Southampton-researchers-secure-3-million-for-dedicated-infection-lab.aspx

A woman from Salisbury has become the first patient in the UK with head and neck cancer to receive radiotherapy in the operating theatre during surgery to remove a recurrent tumour.

2019-06-27T12:08:00Z 2019-09-14T22:21:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/June/Press-release-Head-and-neck-cancer-patient-treated-with-innovative-radiotherapy-technique-in-UK-first.aspx

Due to diversions from the planned closure of the M27 between junctions three and four this weekend, we are expecting significantly more traffic on local roads around our hospital sites in Southampton and the wider area

2019-06-25T17:06:00Z 2019-09-14T22:19:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/June/Plan-your-journey-ahead-of-M27-closure-this-weekend.aspx

The next Trust Board public meeting will be held on Thursday, 27 June 2019.

2019-06-20T14:35:00Z 2019-09-14T22:18:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/June/Next-meeting-of-the-Trust-Board-Thursday-27-June.aspx

A top knee surgeon has said warming up before any level of sporting activity – even a kickabout in the park – should be "routine and seen as socially acceptable".

2019-06-20T10:56:00Z 2019-09-14T22:22:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/June/Press-release-Knee-surgeon-says-warming-up-before-park-kickabouts-should-be-routine-and-socially-acceptable.aspx

The mum of a young patient who has multiple support needs has praised the work of staff at University Hospital Southampton during their visit that coincided with Learning Disability Week.

2019-06-20T06:40:00Z 2019-09-14T22:20:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/June/Praise-for-dedicated-service-that-supports-young-patients-with-learning-disabilities.aspx

A leading respiratory specialist has said healthcare professionals should routinely advise their patients on how they can help to reduce air pollution during consultations.

2019-06-14T14:13:00Z 2019-09-14T22:22:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/June/Press-release-Leading-doctor-says-healthcare-staff-should-routinely-advise-patients-on-reducing-air-pollution.aspx

An innovative education programme that teaches young people about the science behind health messages to improve children's health has welcomed its 10,000th student to the project.

2019-06-10T12:41:00Z 2019-09-14T22:18:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/June/Innovative-health-education-programme-based-at-UHS-hits-major-milestone.aspx

Staff and guests celebrated the achievements of volunteers across Southampton's teaching hospitals at a ceremony held on Wednesday as part of Volunteers' Week.

2019-06-07T16:56:00Z 2019-09-14T22:21:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/June/Press-release-Hospital-trust-celebrates-achievements-of-outstanding-volunteers.aspx Ashley Hartridge

NHS staff in Southampton have joined the rainbow badge project as an initiative to promote a positive message of inclusion for LGBT+ patients and colleagues.

2019-06-04T12:05:00Z 2019-11-20T10:52:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/June/NHS-rainbow-badges-launched-at-University-Hospital-Southampton.aspx

Eye experts in Southampton are the first in the UK to use a new surgical laser that can split corneal tissue in two – potentially doubling the number of patients who could benefit from sight-saving transplants.

2019-06-04T08:54:00Z 2019-09-14T22:20:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/June/Press-release-Eye-experts-first-in-UK-to-use-precision-laser-to-split-corneal-tissue.aspx

Governor elections for all four of our public constituencies are now open.

2019-06-03T09:50:00Z 2019-09-14T22:17:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/June/Could-you-be-the-governor-we-need.aspx

A woman in the UK is now pain-free for the first time in almost 40 years following a world-first nerve stimulation procedure.

2019-06-02T10:48:00Z 2019-09-14T22:23:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/June/Press-release-UK-woman-pain-free-after-40-years-following-world-first-nerve-stimulation-implant-procedure.aspx

Southampton doctors are trialling a pioneering gene therapy that could lead to a cure for patients with a severe bleeding disorder.

2019-05-31T17:53:00Z 2019-09-14T22:31:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/May/Press-release-Southampton-doctors-trial-gene-therapy-for-severe-bleeding-disorder.aspx

Clinicians in Southampton are trialling a new treatment which involves giving trauma patients an enhanced blood transfusion to help improve their chances of survival.

2019-05-24T17:59:00Z 2019-09-14T22:32:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/May/Press-release-Trauma-experts-trial-use-of-new-enhanced-blood-transfusion-to-improve-survival.aspx

Construction of Southampton's new children's emergency and trauma department will resume on Tuesday, 28 May. To help us keep you safe we've made a few changes to our ED drop off areas - find out more here.

2019-05-24T13:02:00Z 2019-09-14T22:28:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/May/Construction-of-new-children's-emergency-department-to-resume.aspx

A revolutionary new digital model of follow-up care for prostate cancer patients based on Southampton's personal online health record is speeding up access to test results and reducing the need for hospital appointments.

2019-05-21T10:32:00Z 2019-09-14T22:32:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/May/Press-release-Southampton-led-digital-follow-up-revolutionising-care-for-prostate-cancer-patients.aspx

Orthopaedic surgeons in Southampton have warned the lack of baby hip screening in England is costing the NHS millions in negligence payouts and surgery.

2019-05-20T09:39:00Z 2019-09-14T22:31:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/May/Press-release-Orthopaedic-surgeons-warn-lack-of-baby-hip-screening-'costing-NHS-millions'.aspx

Over the past few days, there has been an increase in the number of cases of norovirus in and around Southampton.

2019-05-14T16:15:00Z 2019-09-14T22:29:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/May/Increased-cases-of-norovirus-information-for-patients-and-visitors.aspx

A pioneering study into the effect of therapy dogs on the wards at Southampton Children's Hospital has shown overwhelming support from staff, patients and families for a nationwide rollout.

2019-05-14T10:33:00Z 2019-09-14T22:31:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/May/Press-release-Pioneering-therapy-dog-study-shows-overwhelming-support-from-staff-and-patients-for-nationwide-rollout.aspx

University Hospital Southampton has celebrated the contribution that nurses, midwives and healthcare support workers make to patient care with a presentation of awards ahead of International Nurses Day on 12 May.

2019-05-11T09:00:00Z 2019-09-14T22:29:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/May/International-Nurses-Day-2019-Recognising-the-amazing-work-of-our-nursing-staff.aspx

Clinicians and IT experts at Southampton's university hospitals shared some of their pioneering digital initiatives with the government's top health technology adviser during a visit this week (Wednesday).

2019-05-03T11:47:00Z 2019-09-14T22:30:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/May/Press-release-Hospital-trust-shares-digital-initiatives-with-government's-top-technology-adviser.aspx

Doctors in Southampton have called for more effort to raise awareness of the range of health services available on weekends and over bank holidays following a surge in hospital attendances after Easter.

2019-05-02T14:31:00Z 2019-09-14T22:29:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/May/Press-release-Doctors-call-for-better-use-of-weekend-healthcare-services-following-surge-in-hospital-attendances.aspx

FORMER Southampton footballer Francis Benali will dedicate the homecoming leg of his epic 7-day IronMan-distance triathlon challenge to two young Saints fans who have been forced to face a tough battle with cancer.

2019-04-29T06:51:00Z 2019-09-14T22:00:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/April/Young-patients-inspire-epic-IronFran-challenge.aspx

Staff at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust have received a prestigious national award for improving care for older patients.

2019-04-25T16:49:00Z 2019-09-14T21:59:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/April/Press-release-Hospital-trust-recognised-nationally-for-improving-care-for-older-patients.aspx

University Hospital Southampton's lead healthcare scientist has received a national award for her work in histopathology and her commitment to raising the profile of healthcare science.

2019-04-24T13:44:00Z 2019-09-14T21:57:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/April/Lead-healthcare-scientist-wins-national-award.aspx

Players from Southampton Football Club visited University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust to meet patients and staff across Southampton Children's Hospital and Southampton General Hospital.

2019-04-23T11:11:00Z 2019-09-14T22:00:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/April/Saints-squad-visits-Southamptons-hospitals.aspx

Health watchdogs have rated University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust as 'good' overall following a recent inspection – and 'outstanding' for providing effective services.

2019-04-17T21:45:00Z 2019-09-14T21:58:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/April/Press-release-Hospital-trust-rated-'good'-by-health-watchdogs-following-inspection.aspx

Doctors and scientists in Southampton are trialling enhanced MRI techniques that could predict the long-term outlook for babies who suffer brain injury at birth.

2019-04-16T13:02:00Z 2019-09-14T21:58:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/April/Press-release-Doctors-pioneer-enhanced-MRI-scan-for-babies-with-brain-injury.aspx

Surgeons in Southampton have revolutionised the treatment of kidney stones in children by combining the skills of adult and paediatric specialists.

2019-04-09T11:07:00Z 2019-09-14T21:59:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/April/Press-release-Southampton's-'twin-surgeon'-model-revolutionises-children's-kidney-stone-treatment.aspx

University Hospital Southampton is pleased to offer patients and visitors a fully accessible changing facility following the opening of an accredited Changing Places toilet.

2019-04-08T16:55:00Z 2019-09-14T21:58:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/April/Official-opening-of-fully-accessible-facility-at-UHS.aspx

Our hospital pharmacy team apologise if some patients experience longer than normal waits for their prescription due to a temporary staffing issue.

2019-04-08T10:03:00Z 2019-09-14T21:57:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/April/New-measures-to-reduce-longer-waiting-times-in-pharmacy.aspx

A project to improve access and relieve congestion around Southampton General Hospital is scheduled to begin later this month.

2019-04-05T12:59:00Z 2019-09-14T21:57:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/April/Advanced-warning-of-roadworks-on-Coxford-Road.aspx

Women's and maternity care at Southampton's university hospitals has been rated among the best in the world.

2019-04-02T11:23:00Z 2019-09-14T21:59:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/April/Press-release-Hospital-trust's-women's-and-maternity-care-rated-among-best-in-the-world.aspx

Staff are being advised to expect some disruption around the Southampton General Hospital site, as preparation work begins for a proposed £22m extension to the general intensive care unit (GICU).

2019-03-29T11:58:00Z 2019-09-14T22:24:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/March/Preparation-work-ahead-of-proposed-GICU-extension-beginning-Monday-1-April.aspx

Orthopaedic surgeons in Southampton have said selective screening introduced in 1986 to identify hip problems in babies in England has "failed" to prevent late diagnoses.

2019-03-29T07:35:00Z 2019-09-14T22:25:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/March/Press-release-Current-screening-programme-for-baby-hip-problems-has-failed.aspx

Researchers in Southampton have found drinking a bottle of wine a week increases the risk of cancer by as much as smoking between five and 10 cigarettes.

2019-03-28T12:58:00Z 2019-09-14T22:27:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/March/Southampton-researchers-say-weekly-bottle-of-wine-has-same-cancer-risk-as-ten-cigarettes.aspx

The incredible work and the staff who make it happen at UHS were celebrated at the annual Hospital Heroes award ceremony.

2019-03-27T16:31:00Z 2019-09-14T22:27:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/March/Stars-shine-at-Hospital-Heroes-awards.aspx

A Southampton surgeon has helped to develop a flat-pack health clinic – dubbed "IKEA for emergencies" – for use in global conflict and disaster zones.

2019-03-22T12:14:00Z 2019-09-14T22:27:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/March/Press-release-Southampton-surgeon-helps-create-IKEA-clinic-for-global-health-disasters.aspx

A leading healthcare scientist has said the profession is being "hamstrung" due to a lack of awareness and investment.

2019-03-15T14:05:00Z 2019-09-14T22:26:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/March/Press-release-Healthcare-scientists-hamstrung-by-lack-of-awareness-and-investment.aspx

A leading cardiac specialist has said some patients who suffer suspected heart attacks could be receiving inappropriate investigations and unnecessary treatment due to a 'flawed' blood test.

2019-03-14T07:24:00Z 2019-09-14T22:26:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/March/Press-release-Leading-doctor-warns-use-of-blood-test-to-diagnose-heart-attacks-is-flawed.aspx

The family of a child who developed a rare eye condition are set to trek Mount Kilimanjaro in aid of the clinicians who saved his sight.

2019-03-13T15:02:00Z 2019-09-14T22:25:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/March/Press-release-Family-set-to-trek-Kilimanjaro-for-hospital-staff-who-saved-childs-sight.aspx

Doctors in Southampton have found an eight-week nutrient supplement for breastfeeding mums can help prevent weight loss and boost the growth of premature babies after they leave hospital.

2019-03-08T12:02:00Z 2019-09-14T22:25:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/March/Press-release-Eight-week-breastfeeding-supplement-prevents-weight-loss-in-premature-babies-after-discharge.aspx

International Women's Day is centred around promoting and celebrating the achievements of women and raising awareness around having gender balance across our communities. Over the last year, we've shared many news stories that highlight women and their invaluable contributions to healthcare. Here are just a few that hit the headlines.

2019-03-08T04:30:00Z 2019-09-14T22:23:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/March/Celebrating-International-Womens-Day-on-Friday-8-March.aspx

Members of staff and the public are invited to the next Council of Governors' meeting which will be held on Tuesday, 12 March 2019.

2019-03-05T10:30:00Z 2019-09-14T22:24:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/March/Council-of-Governors-meeting-Tuesday-12-March.aspx

Young heart patients at Southampton Children's Hospital celebrated Valentine's Day on the wards with hundreds of handmade cards and gifts sent in by local schools and nurseries.

2019-02-27T12:48:00Z 2019-09-14T22:09:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/February/Press-release-Young-heart-patients-showered-with-cards-and-gifts-on-Valentines-Day.aspx

In recognition of International Women's Day which takes place in March, we are dedicating our March members' evening to celebrating some of the fantastic women working here at University Hospital Southampton.

2019-02-26T16:24:00Z 2019-09-14T22:09:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/February/UHS-members-evening-18-March-Celebrating-women-creating-change-at-UHS.aspx

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) has become the first to offer all patients the chance to access and manage their hospital record online.

2019-02-25T10:58:00Z 2019-09-14T22:07:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/February/Press-release-Hospital-first-to-offer-all-patients-chance-to-manage-healthcare-online.aspx

A leading nurse says people in the UK who develop dementia under the age of 65 are "falling into a void" with little or no access to long-term specialist support.

2019-02-20T00:15:00Z 2019-09-14T22:08:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/February/Press-release-Leading-nurse-says-young-dementia-patients-falling-into-void.aspx

Doctors have designed an innovative hospital 'passport' to help improve personal care and support for older patients at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust.

2019-02-12T11:23:00Z 2019-09-14T22:06:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/February/Press-release-Doctors-create-innovative-hospital-passport-for-older-patients.aspx

A 'super' volunteer role developed by staff at Southampton's teaching hospitals has been recognised nationally for improving mealtime and mobility support for older patients.

2019-02-11T11:35:00Z 2019-09-14T22:06:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/February/Press-Hospital's-'super'-volunteer-role-improves-mealtimes-and-mobility-for-older-patients.aspx

The country's top nurse will visit Southampton's teaching hospitals tomorrow (Friday) to meet staff and find out more about developments in nursing and midwifery.

2019-02-07T15:54:00Z 2019-09-14T22:08:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/February/Press-release-Hospital-trust-to-showcase-innovations-in-care-to-country's-top-nurse.aspx

Clinicians will screen football fans for diabetes for the first time in the UK on Saturday (09 February) when Southampton host Cardiff City at St Mary's Stadium.

2019-02-06T13:45:00Z 2019-09-14T22:08:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/February/Press-release-Southampton-clinicians-to-screen-football-fans-for-diabetes-in-UK-first.aspx

Information on Information for patients and visitors

2019-02-05T15:34:00Z 2019-09-14T22:06:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/February/Information-for-patients-and-visitors.aspx

Staff and supporters at Southampton's university hospitals will celebrate the development of a new £5 million support centre for cancer patients at an event on Monday (04 February) to coincide with World Cancer Day.

2019-02-01T18:33:00Z 2019-09-14T22:07:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/February/Press-release-Hospital-staff-and-supporters-to-celebrate-development-of-new-cancer-support-centre.aspx

With cold weather predicted for parts of Hampshire, it's important to take care and stay safe this winter. Here are a number of practical things you can do to ensure you are still able to access the right services when you need them and the best ways to support more vulnerable people in your community.

2019-01-31T15:30:00Z 2019-09-14T22:10:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/January/Cold-weather-alert-information-for-patients-and-visitors.aspx

IT staff and clinicians at Southampton's university hospitals will hit the nation's TV screens this week as part of a new NHS recruitment ad.

2019-01-30T10:29:00Z 2019-09-14T22:12:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/January/Press-release-Hospital-trusts-IT-staff-hit-nations-TV-screens-in-new-NHS-recruitment-ad.aspx

A doctor based at Southampton's university hospitals has received a prestigious national award for her work in developing and improving care for patients with dementia.

2019-01-28T14:05:00Z 2019-09-14T22:13:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/January/Press-release-Southampton-doctor-wins-prestigious-national-award-for-dementia-care.aspx

A charity which helps cheer up poorly youngsters at Southampton Children's Hospital urgently needs more volunteers.

2019-01-25T12:50:00Z 2019-09-14T22:13:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/January/Press-release-Radio-Lollipop-launches-volunteer-recruitment-drive.aspx

Clinicians at Southampton's teaching hospitals now receive instant alerts to inform them if a patient has tested positive for flu and which strain they have via a new 'WhatsApp-style' messaging app.

2019-01-21T09:31:00Z 2019-09-14T22:12:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/January/Press-release-Hospital-trust-develops-'WhatsApp-style'-flu-alert-for-smartphones.aspx

Members of the public are invited to the next Council of Governors' meeting which will be held on Thursday, 24 January 2019.

2019-01-15T12:22:00Z 2019-09-14T22:11:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/January/Council-of-Governors-meeting-Thursday-24-January.aspx

Funded by Southampton Hospital Charity, University Hospital Southampton has been able to launch a new wifi service for patients and visitors.

2019-01-14T16:05:00Z 2019-09-14T22:11:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/January/Hospital-trust-launches-free-to-use-wifi-for-patients-and-visitors.aspx

Specialist nurses at Southampton's teaching hospitals are now performing a minor surgical procedure as part of an expansion of cardiac services.

2019-01-10T10:56:00Z 2019-09-14T22:13:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/January/Press-release-Nurses-perform-surgical-procedure-in-expansion-of-cardiac-services.aspx

We invite you to join us for an opportunity to review, discuss and feedback on the latest plans for a permanent staff park and ride facility and new health campus based at Adanac Park. The event will be held on Monday, 14 January at Nursling and Rownhams Village Hall.

2019-01-09T13:38:00Z 2019-09-14T22:12:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/January/Join-us-to-review-plans-for-a-new-park-and-ride-and-health-campus.aspx

An award winning nurse looks forward to another successful year following national recognition for her pioneering work around tuberculosis screening.

2019-01-08T14:43:00Z 2019-09-14T22:09:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2019/January/Award-winning-tuberculosis-nurse-looks-towards-another-successful-year-in-diagnosing-disease.aspx

As we prepare to enter 2019, here is a look back at some of the highlights from the past year.

2018-12-31T14:03:00Z 2019-09-14T21:07:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/December/2018-Our-year-in-review.aspx

A top liver specialist has warned Dry January can provide the "perfect decoy" for problem drinkers.

2018-12-31T12:14:00Z 2019-09-14T21:08:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/December/Press-release-Liver-expert-warns-Dry-January-can-be-perfect-decoy-for-problem-drinkers.aspx

Three staff based at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust have been recognised in the New Year Honours list.

2018-12-29T18:42:00Z 2019-09-14T21:09:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/December/UHS-staff-recognised-in-New-Year-Honours.aspx

Researchers in Southampton and the US have created an app that can predict a child's risk of asthma through six simple yes or no questions – and without the need for blood tests.

2018-12-14T12:14:00Z 2019-09-14T21:07:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/December/Press-release-Doctors-develop-app-to-predict-risk-of-asthma-in-children.aspx

Information on Press release: Hospital trust launches specialist emergency assessment unit for older patients

2018-12-10T11:04:00Z 2019-09-14T21:08:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/December/Press-release-Hospital-trust-launches-specialist-emergency-assessment-unit-for-older-patients.aspx

Flu is a highly infectious disease and can lead to serious health complications. Certain groups are more at risk of flu and vaccination is still the best protection we have. These people are offered the vaccine free of charge, and are advised to have it every year.

2018-12-05T17:09:00Z 2019-09-14T21:07:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/December/Help-us-help-you-this-winter-by-getting-your-flu-vaccination.aspx

Patients and staff at Southampton Children's Hospital will hit the nation's TV screens this week as part of the BBC's CBeebies and CBBC Hospital Superheroes celebrations.

2018-12-05T11:51:00Z 2019-09-14T21:09:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/December/Press-release-Southampton-Children's-Hospital-to-be-part-of-BBC's-superhero-celebrations.aspx

Southampton Children's Hospital has become the first in the country to offer young patients the opportunity to obtain the Duke of Edinburgh's Award (DofE) as they transition to adult services.

2018-12-03T12:10:00Z 2019-09-14T21:08:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/December/Press-release-Southampton-Children's-Hospital-becomes-first-to-offer-Duke-of-Edinburghs-Award-to-patients.aspx

Further to the public statements issued yesterday (Wednesday) concerning a major incident at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust, we have provided the following additional information.

2018-11-29T18:15:00Z 2019-09-14T21:48:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/November-2018/UHS-power-failure-incident-additional-information.aspx

As the electrical cable fault which led to a power failure has been resolved, we have now resumed emergency and trauma surgery and power has been fully restored across Southampton General and the Princess Anne hospitals.

2018-11-28T16:49:00Z 2019-09-14T21:47:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/November-2018/Major-incident-power-cut-resolved.aspx

Following the major incident declared at University Hospital Southampton earlier this morning in relation to a power cut, we have identified the cause of the problem – an electrical cable fault – which has now been temporarily resolved.

2018-11-28T13:53:00Z 2019-09-14T21:46:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/November-2018/Major-incident-power-cut-an-update.aspx

University Hospital Southampton has suffered a major power cut and has declared a major incident. All patients in Southampton General and the Princess Anne hospitals are safe.

2018-11-28T13:08:00Z 2019-09-14T21:47:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/November-2018/Major-power-cut-at-Southampton-General-and-the-Princess-Anne-hospitals.aspx

To celebrate reaching their target, the Murray Parish Trust and Southampton Hospital Charity thanked supporters and gave an exclusive preview of the new assessment unit.

2018-11-23T17:18:00Z 2019-09-14T21:46:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/November-2018/Childrens-emergency-department-appeal-reaches-2-million-target.aspx

Doctors in Southampton are leading a world-first trial of a new nose drop that could help prevent meningitis and other infections.

2018-11-23T16:12:00Z 2019-09-14T21:48:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/November-2018/Press-release-Southampton-doctors-in-world-first-trial-of-new-nose-drop-to-fight-meningitis.aspx

A sequel to a comic developed by diabetes experts in Southampton and Portsmouth to help young patients' understanding of the condition is set to be released on World Diabetes Day (14 November).

2018-11-13T12:34:00Z 2019-09-14T21:47:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/November-2018/Press-release-Doctors-develop-comic-sequel-for-diabetes-patients.aspx

A pioneering initiative to provide better support around the underlying causes of physical and mental health crises in the emergency department at Southampton's teaching hospitals has been recognised nationally for its success.

2018-11-02T13:32:00Z 2019-09-14T21:48:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/November-2018/Press-release-Pioneering-vulnerable-adult-support-team-wins-national-nursing-award.aspx

A top eye expert has urged people to beware the dangers of 'spooky' cosmetic contact lenses this Halloween – and a host of other fright night horrors.

2018-10-31T02:27:00Z 2019-09-14T21:50:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/October-2018/Press-release-Eye-expert-warns-of-dangers-of-'spooky'-cosmetic-lenses.aspx

A member of staff at Southampton's university hospitals is set to receive a prestigious regional health award for his work in media and communications – and is now in a public vote for the national title.

2018-10-29T17:12:00Z 2019-09-14T21:51:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/October-2018/Press-release-Hospital-trust-media-specialist-wins-south-of-England-health-award.aspx

Students in colleges across Hampshire are participating in a landmark national study that could lead to the introduction of a routine meningitis vaccine for all teenagers in the UK.

2018-10-26T12:46:00Z 2019-09-14T21:50:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/October-2018/Press-release-Hampshire-college-students-participate-in-landmark-meningitis-vaccine-study.aspx

A pioneering 'surgery school' developed by clinicians in Southampton is transforming the fitness of patients prior to their operations – and reducing the time they spend in hospital.

2018-10-22T11:34:00Z 2019-09-14T21:51:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/October-2018/Press-release-Hospital's-innovative-'surgery-school'-transforming-fitness-of-patients.aspx

Clinicians and IT experts at Southampton's teaching hospitals will share some of their pioneering digital initiatives with NHS leaders during a visit tomorrow (Friday).

2018-10-18T11:34:00Z 2019-09-14T21:51:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/October-2018/Press-release-Hospital-trust-to-share-digital-innovations-with-NHS-leaders.aspx

Researchers in Southampton and London have launched a national study which aims to pinpoint when lung health starts to decline in young adult smokers.

2018-10-16T12:13:00Z 2019-09-14T21:52:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/October-2018/Press-release-Researchers-set-to-pinpoint-when-lung-health-declines-in-younger-smokers.aspx

A critical care specialist has called for resuscitation training to be added to the school curriculum "without delay" to help save more lives across the UK.

2018-10-15T12:43:00Z 2019-09-14T21:49:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/October-2018/Press-release-Critical-care-specialist-calls-for-CPR-to-be-added-to-school-curriculum-without-delay.aspx

An eye expert based at Southampton's teaching hospitals has been recognised for his pioneering research and clinical innovation.

2018-10-09T13:01:00Z 2019-09-14T21:50:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/October-2018/Press-release-Eye-expert-receives-international-award-for-research-and-clinical-innovation.aspx

Young patients at Southampton Children's Hospital are set to celebrate their 'everyday heroes' during a fun-filled week of activities from Monday (8 October).

2018-10-05T16:41:00Z 2019-09-14T21:53:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/October-2018/Press-release-Young-patients-set-to-celebrate-'everyday-heroes'-during-fun-filled-week.aspx

Doctors in Southampton are participating in a novel study into how the nasal flu vaccine affects the way bacteria is spread between family members in the same household.

2018-10-02T11:42:00Z 2019-09-14T21:49:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/October-2018/Press-release-Doctors-study-effect-of-children's-nasal-flu-vaccine-on-family-members.aspx

TV historian Dan Snow has backed the fundraising appeal for a new emergency and trauma department at Southampton Children's Hospital.

2018-10-01T16:08:00Z 2019-09-14T21:52:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/October-2018/Press-release-TV-historian-backs-children's-emergency-department-appeal.aspx

Patients, staff and visitors are being warned to expect congestion around Southampton General and Princess Anne hospital sites due to major roadworks taking place in Southampton.

2018-09-26T13:53:00Z 2019-09-14T21:53:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/September-2018/Congestion-anticipated-around-hospital-sites.aspx

We are pleased to announce the results of the 2018 elections to join the Council of Governors.

2018-09-26T13:46:00Z 2019-09-14T21:54:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/September-2018/Governor-elections-2018-the-results.aspx

A pioneering one-stop clinic developed by clinicians in Southampton which speeds up access to pain relief and support for cancer patients has been recognised nationally for its success.

2018-09-24T11:35:00Z 2019-09-14T21:55:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/September-2018/Press-release-Pioneering-one-stop-cancer-clinic-up-for-prestigious-national-award.aspx

Fertility experts in Southampton have developed a tiny 5p-sized device that monitors oxygen, pH and temperature levels from inside the womb for the first time.

2018-09-22T12:07:00Z 2019-09-14T21:56:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/September-2018/Press-release-Southampton-fertility-experts-pioneer-device-to-monitor-womb-environment.aspx

Information on New park and ride and health campus plans go on display

2018-09-18T15:37:00Z 2019-09-14T21:55:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/September-2018/New-park-and-ride-and-health-campus-plans-go-on-display.aspx

We're pleased to invite you to our annual members' meeting which is taking place on Tuesday, 18 September from 6 to 8pm at Southampton General Hospital.

2018-09-18T10:43:00Z 2019-09-14T21:53:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/September-2018/Annual-members-meeting.aspx

Researchers in Southampton have pioneered a test using a maths technique and 3D imaging which could help to diagnose lung conditions more quickly and accurately.

2018-09-14T12:15:00Z 2019-09-14T21:56:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/September-2018/Press-release-Southampton-researchers-use-maths-technique-to-diagnose-lung-diseases.aspx

More than 6,000 people enjoyed an action-packed open day staged by University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust.

2018-09-11T13:26:00Z 2019-09-14T21:54:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/September-2018/More-than-6000-visitors-enjoy-action-packed-open-day.aspx

Members of the public will be given an "unprecedented" insight into the workings of an NHS hospital at an action-packed open day on Saturday (8 September).

2018-09-03T17:14:00Z 2019-09-14T21:55:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/September-2018/Press-release-Public-to-be-given-unprecedented-insight-into-workings-of-an-NHS-hospital.aspx

Southampton Children's Hospital has expanded its pioneering outpatient rehabilitation service for young brain and spinal tumour patients.

2018-08-29T14:54:00Z 2019-09-14T21:04:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/August-2018/Press-release-Childrens-hospital-expands-pioneering-tumour-rehab-service.aspx

A team of therapy staff at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust has received a national award for helping to get older patients up, dressed and moving.

2018-08-28T15:22:00Z 2019-09-14T21:06:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/August-2018/Press-release-Therapy-team-wins-national-award-for-improving-mobility-in-older-patients.aspx

Patients and visitors to University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust are being advised of road closures that will be in place tonight and tomorrow night on roads around Southampton General Hospital.

2018-08-28T10:58:00Z 2019-09-14T21:06:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/August-2018/Road-closure-around-Southampton-General-Hospital.aspx

Teen singing sensation Donel Mangena is set to become an ambassador for Southampton Children's Hospital.

2018-08-24T10:42:00Z 2019-09-14T21:06:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/August-2018/Press-release-Voice-star-Donel-to-become-Southampton-Children's-Hospital-ambassador.aspx

Researchers in Southampton are in the early stages of a pioneering study which aims to discover if albinism may protect against a leading cause of sight loss.

2018-08-23T14:49:00Z 2019-09-14T21:05:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/August-2018/Press-release-Researchers-study-if-albinism-could-protect-against-leading-cause-of-sight-loss.aspx

More patients in the south are surviving life-threatening injuries thanks to the development of a regional trauma network and major trauma centre at Southampton General Hospital.

2018-08-20T13:17:00Z 2019-09-14T21:04:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/August-2018/Press-release-More-patients-in-the-south-surviving-life-threatening-major-trauma-injuries.aspx

Southampton Children's Hospital has teamed up with supermarket giant Waitrose to offer cookery sessions to children and young adults with kidney conditions along with their families.

2018-08-10T13:18:00Z 2019-09-14T21:04:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/August-2018/Press-release-Childrens-kidney-unit-teams-up-with-Waitrose-to-deliver-innovative-cookery-event-for-young-patients.aspx

Teen singing sensation Donel Mangena will meet patients and staff at Southampton Children's Hospital tomorrow (Tuesday).

2018-08-06T18:03:00Z 2019-09-14T21:23:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/July-2018/Press-release-Teen-singing-sensation-to-meet-patients-and-staff-at-Southampton-Children's-Hospital.aspx

The Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO) recently upheld a complaint made by the trust about an article printed in The Sunday Times.

2018-08-06T09:23:00Z 2019-09-14T21:25:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/July-2018/UHS-complaint-against-The-Sunday-Times-upheld-by-press-watchdog.aspx

A leading surgeon has said a "radical culture change" towards drinking water is required to help the country stay hydrated during the current heatwave.

2018-07-25T12:06:00Z 2019-09-14T21:22:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/July-2018/Press-release-Surgeon-calls-for-radical-culture-change-towards-drinking-water.aspx

Researchers in Southampton have found most children and their parents lose more than an hour's sleep during hospital admissions, with noise levels a major cause of disruption.

2018-07-23T23:30:00Z 2019-09-14T21:21:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/July-2018/Press-release-Researchers-find-children-lose-an-hour-of-sleep-in-noisy-hospital-wards.aspx

A top emergency doctor has urged people to check on frail and elderly relatives and neighbours as high temperatures look set to return across the south this weekend.

2018-07-20T16:10:00Z 2019-09-14T21:23:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/July-2018/Press-release-Top-doctor-urges-people-to-check-on-frail-and-elderly-during-hot-weather.aspx

Patients at Southampton's teaching hospitals have some of the best access in the country to the latest medical advances.

2018-07-18T00:15:00Z 2019-09-14T21:20:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/July-2018/Press-release-City-among-country's-top-performers-for-clinical-research.aspx

Last year 100 people received life-changing transplants as a result of a record number of organ donations in Southampton.

2018-07-17T09:15:00Z 2019-09-14T21:24:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/July-2018/Specialist-nurses-supporting-more-organ-donations-than-ever-before.aspx

Governor elections for three of our public constituencies are now open.

2018-07-16T08:00:00Z 2019-09-14T21:18:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/July-2018/Governor-elections-2018.aspx

A team of nine young kidney transplant patients from Southampton Children's Hospital are gearing up to take part in this year's British Transplant Games – but need the support of the public to help them get there.

2018-07-13T11:29:00Z 2019-09-14T21:24:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/July-2018/Press-release-Young-kidney-patients-set-to-compete-in-British-Transplant-Games.aspx

Researchers in Southampton and Edinburgh have discovered even low levels of psychological distress may increase the risk of developing some chronic diseases.

2018-07-12T11:31:00Z 2019-09-14T21:21:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/July-2018/Press-release-Researchers-find-even-low-levels-of-distress-may-increase-the-risk-of-chronic-diseases.aspx

Our project management team were proud to fully reopen F1 ward after a two-phase refurbishment on trauma and orthopaedics.

2018-07-12T10:33:00Z 2019-09-14T21:25:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/July-2018/Trauma-and-orthopaedics-ward-re-opens-following-a-two-phase-refurbishment.aspx

In keeping with celebrations of 70 years of the NHS, the theme for the July evening is innovation over recent years. We will also be sharing an insight into the amazing work currently happening at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust.

2018-07-11T16:37:00Z 2019-09-14T21:25:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/July-2018/UHS-members-evening-innovation-within-the-NHS.aspx

A 'soft' laser therapy pioneered in the UK by doctors in Southampton to help prevent side effects in patients receiving treatment for head and neck cancer could now be offered nationwide.

2018-07-11T09:34:00Z 2019-09-14T21:21:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/July-2018/Press-release-Southamptons-soft-laser-therapy-for-cancer-patients-could-be-offered-nationwide.aspx

The paediatric nephrology department at Southampton Children's Hospital has appointed its first youth worker for patients with chronic kidney disease.

2018-07-09T14:36:00Z 2019-09-14T21:19:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/July-2018/Press-release-Childrens-hospital-appoints-first-youth-worker-for-kidney-patients.aspx

Doctors in Southampton are among the first in the world to implant and programme a pacemaker using Bluetooth technology.

2018-07-06T13:04:00Z 2019-09-14T21:20:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/July-2018/Press-release-Doctors-implant-and-programme-pacemaker-using-Bluetooth-technology.aspx

Parties were staged across University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust sites, to mark the 70th anniversary of the formation of the public health service in 1948

2018-07-06T07:19:00Z 2019-09-14T21:19:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/July-2018/PICTURES-NHS70-celebrations.aspx

University Hospital Southampton staff will be among those playing a leading part in celebrations to mark the 70th birthday of the NHS.

2018-07-04T10:46:00Z 2019-09-14T21:24:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/July-2018/Staff-look-forward-to-celebrating-NHS70.aspx

Information on Overnight closure of entrance to Southampton General Hospital due to roadworks

2018-07-02T16:30:00Z 2019-09-14T21:18:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/July-2018/Overnight-closure-of-entrance-to-Southampton-General-Hospital-due-to-roadworks.aspx

As the mercury rises across Hampshire, we ask dermatologist Dr Helen Lotery for some advice on staying safe – top of her list was to take care in the sun.

2018-06-29T13:24:00Z 2019-09-14T21:31:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/June-2018/Stay-safe-in-hot-weather.aspx

Southampton General Hospital was transformed into a scene of terror and violence as a major incident exercise was played out by emergency services.The exercise involving 150 participants involved personnel from University Hospital Southampton (UHS), Hampshire Fire and Rescue, South Central Ambulance Service, Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance and Hampshire Constabulary.

2018-06-28T12:04:00Z 2019-09-14T21:27:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/June-2018/PICTURES-Major-incident-exercise-at-Southampton-General-Hospital.aspx

Emergency services from across the south will put their teamwork and training to the test as part of a major incident exercise at Southampton General Hospital on Wednesday (27 June).

2018-06-25T13:17:00Z 2019-09-14T21:28:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/June-2018/Press-release-Emergency-services-to-put-teamwork-to-test-in-gang-attack-simulation.aspx

Staff at Southampton's teaching hospitals are celebrating the organisation's impact on UK and global healthcare to mark the 70th birthday of the NHS.

2018-06-22T16:45:00Z 2019-09-14T21:28:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/June-2018/Press-release-Hospital-trust-celebrates-impact-on-healthcare-to-mark-70-years-of-NHS.aspx

A leading surgeon has said hundreds of people could be "suffering unnecessarily" from recurrent urine infections as a result of undiagnosed and untreated kidney stones.

2018-06-21T12:23:00Z 2019-09-14T21:30:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/June-2018/Press-release-Surgeon-says-hundreds-suffering-unnecessarily-from-recurrent-urine-infections.aspx

It's Learning Disability Week, and we're celebrating the work of our learning disability liaison nurses.

2018-06-21T12:19:00Z 2019-09-14T21:31:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/June-2018/Small-changes-that-make-a-huge-difference-the-invaluable-team-transforming-hospital-care-for-patients-with-a-learning-disability.aspx

Patients, visitors and staff are being warned that overnight resurfacing work on roads around Southampton General Hospital is likely to cause some disruption around the site.

2018-06-18T12:38:00Z 2019-09-14T21:26:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/June-2018/Overnight-road-closures-around-Southampton-General-Hospital.aspx

Staff and departments across University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust are celebrating a bumper period of national and international success.

2018-06-14T10:35:00Z 2019-09-14T21:28:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/June-2018/Press-release-Hospital-trust-celebrates-national-and-international-success.aspx

For the second instalment of our spotlight on staff across Southampton Children's Hospital, we met Vic Gregory - one of our secondary school teachers.

2018-06-12T13:17:00Z 2019-09-14T21:31:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/June-2018/Southampton-Childrens-Hospital-staff-spotlight.aspx

Information on Time to talk about diabetes

2018-06-11T14:35:00Z 2019-09-14T21:32:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/June-2018/Time-to-talk-about.aspx

Information on Epic rowing success for fundraising team

2018-06-11T13:54:00Z 2019-09-14T21:26:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/June-2018/Epic-rowing-success-for-fundraising-team.aspx

A nurse based at Southampton General Hospital has been awarded an MBE in the Queen's Birthday Honours list for her services to vulnerable adults.

2018-06-09T13:07:00Z 2019-09-14T21:29:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/June-2018/Press-release-Southampton-nurse-receives-MBE-in-Queens-Birthday-Honours.aspx

Members of the public are being urged to welcome home a team of Southampton doctors and nurses as they arrive at Ocean Village following a record-breaking 200km row from Jersey.

2018-06-06T16:20:00Z 2019-09-14T21:29:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/June-2018/Press-release-Public-urged-to-welcome-home-citys-doctors-and-nurses-after-record-breaking-row.aspx

Volunteers' Week is a chance to pay tribute to the numerous jobs and services that are provided across University Hospital Southampton Foundation Trust by people who freely give up their time to help others.

2018-06-05T17:46:00Z 2019-09-14T21:26:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/June-2018/Celebrating-Volunteers-Week.aspx

Researchers in Southampton are using a novel contactless test which provides accurate natural breathing pattern measurements in asthma patients.

2018-06-04T10:57:00Z 2019-09-14T21:30:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/June-2018/Press-release-Southampton-researchers-use-novel-checkerboard-breathing-test.aspx

Spinal surgeons in Southampton are using a revolutionary simulator complete with artificial bone, tissue and blood as part of a national training programme.

2018-06-01T12:01:00Z 2019-09-14T21:42:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/May-2018/Press-release-Spinal-surgeons-use-revolutionary-lifelike-simulator-to-test-operations.aspx

Surgeons in Southampton are trialling a pioneering "train track" implant that could transform treatment for patients with a severe spinal condition.

2018-05-30T16:19:00Z 2019-09-14T21:41:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/May-2018/Press-release-Southampton-surgeons-trial-new-train-track-spinal-implant.aspx

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust has announced the appointment of a new chief executive.

2018-05-30T12:00:00Z 2019-09-14T21:40:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/May-2018/Press-release-Hospital-trust-announces-appointment-of-new-chief-executive.aspx

As part of its commitment to being a responsible neighbour, a litter picking group has been set up to take part in regular clean ups around Southampton General Hospital.

2018-05-29T12:22:00Z 2019-09-14T21:39:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/May-2018/New-volunteer-initiative-launched-to-clean-up-the-area-around-University-Hospital-Southampton.aspx

The Trust's energy and sustainability team collected the clinical award as part of the NHS Sustainability Awards, recognising innovation, imagination and clear ambitions.

2018-05-29T08:18:00Z 2019-09-14T21:46:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/May-2018/UHS-recognised-for-commitment-to-sustainable-healthcare.aspx

For a year it has been pioneering a new approach to supporting patients who are affected by dementia.

2018-05-25T12:49:00Z 2019-09-14T21:43:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/May-2018/Southampton's-enhanced-dementia-care-ward-celebrates-its-first-year-at-grand-opening-event.aspx

New data protection laws designed to give individuals more control over how organisations use their personal information come into force today. Find out more here.

2018-05-25T11:12:00Z 2019-09-14T21:39:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/May-2018/New-data-protection-laws-GDPR-come-into-effect.aspx

Staff at Southampton's teaching hospitals are set to mark dementia awareness week (21 to 27 May) by celebrating the first birthday of a pioneering specialist ward dedicated to caring for patients affected by the condition.

2018-05-22T12:29:00Z 2019-09-14T21:42:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/May-2018/Press-release-Staff-celebrate-first-anniversary-of-specialist-enhanced-dementia-ward.aspx

Staff member Jodie Hiscutt will be swapping her nurse uniform for something altogether more stylish when she attends the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle tomorrow.

2018-05-18T12:47:00Z 2019-09-14T21:42:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/May-2018/Royal-date-for-Southampton-nurse.aspx

A team of doctors and nurses from Southampton Children's Hospital are set to row from Jersey to Southampton to raise funds for the city's children's emergency and trauma department appeal.

2018-05-18T12:14:00Z 2019-09-14T21:40:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/May-2018/Press-release-Southampton-clinicians-take-on-epic-row-for-childrens-ED-appeal.aspx

Prostate cancer nurse specialist Rob had the honour of representing England in the first ever international tournament for walking football. The over-50s team triumphantly defeated Italy 2-0 at Brighton's Amex Stadium on Sunday, 13 May.

2018-05-17T17:20:00Z 2019-09-14T21:45:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/May-2018/UHS-prostate-cancer-nurse-specialist-lifts-the-trophy-in-a-game-changing-match-for-walking-football.aspx

Information on Open Iftar event for visitors and staff

2018-05-17T15:48:00Z 2019-09-14T21:39:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/May-2018/Open-Iftar-event-for-visitors-and-staff.aspx

On Tuesday, 5 June, we're holding an exclusive screening of The King's Speech and will be joined by its Oscar winning producer, Gareth Ellis-Unwin. At only £10 each and a limited number of seats, you'd better buy your tickets today!

2018-05-16T11:59:00Z 2019-09-14T21:38:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/May-2018/Meet-the-Oscar-winning-producer-of-The-Kings-Speech-at-our-charity-film-screening.aspx

A charity set up by a family in memory of their late daughter has launched the first hospital-based pre-school in the country at Southampton Children's Hospital.

2018-05-15T13:48:00Z 2019-09-14T21:40:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/May-2018/Press-release-Childrens-charity-launches-first-hospital-based-pre-school.aspx

It's been an exciting weekend for UHS, with a nomination and a win for two of our nurses at The One Show's NHS Patients Awards.

2018-05-14T16:36:00Z 2019-09-14T21:44:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/May-2018/Success-for-UHS-at-the-One-Show-NHS-Patients-Awards.aspx

A team of therapy dogs and their owners based at Southampton's teaching hospitals have helped develop the first national protocol for the use of animals in healthcare.

2018-05-14T13:05:00Z 2019-09-14T21:41:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/May-2018/Press-release-Southampton-team-helps-develop-national-guidelines-for-animals-in-healthcare.aspx

Information on UHS nurses honoured at nursing and midwifery awards

2018-05-11T14:46:00Z 2019-09-14T21:45:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/May-2018/UHS-nurses-honoured-at-nursing-and-midwifery-awards.aspx

Meet one of our neuromuscular nurse specialists, Helen Browne, as part of a new spotlight on staff across our Southampton Children's Hospital.

2018-05-11T09:46:00Z 2019-09-14T21:43:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/May-2018/Southampton-Childrens-Hospital-staff-spotlight.aspx

Due to planned installation works at Southampton General Hospital, the flow of traffic from the orange car park will be temporarily diverted this Saturday, 5 May as well as Saturday, 12 and Sunday, 13 May.

2018-05-03T16:41:00Z 2019-09-14T21:44:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/May-2018/Travel-information-temporary-road-diversions-at-Southampton-General-Hospital.aspx

Keeping your hands clean is the simplest and single most effective way to prevent the spread of illness. In an effort to ensure infection rates remain low, the infection prevention team will be out in force this week as part of an international initiative to raise awareness of the importance of hand hygiene.

2018-05-02T16:07:00Z 2019-09-14T21:43:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/May-2018/Simple-and-effective-how-hand-hygiene-is-at-the-heart-of-keeping-patients-infection-free.aspx

Patients, staff and visitors are calling for community superheroes to come forward and boost the fundraising appeal for a new children's emergency and trauma department in Southampton.

2018-04-30T11:16:00Z 2019-09-14T21:01:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/April-2018/Patients-and-staff-to-hold-superhero-day-to-boost-childrens-ED-appeal.aspx

Looking back on a decade of this lifesaving programme

2018-04-27T13:43:00Z 2019-09-14T21:00:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/April-2018/Celebrating-ten-years-of-the-Hampshire-Bowel-Cancer-Screening-Programme.aspx

A new non-surgical treatment for enlarged prostate first performed in the UK at Southampton's university hospitals is set to be offered to patients nationwide.

2018-04-25T00:19:00Z 2019-09-14T21:02:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/April-2018/Prostate-treatment-pioneered-in-Southampton-to-be-offered-nationwide.aspx

Staff, patients and supporters announced today (Friday) construction of Southampton's new children's emergency and trauma department will begin next week.

2018-04-20T15:02:00Z 2019-09-14T21:00:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/April-2018/Construction-of-new-5.1-million-childrens-emergency-department-set-to-begin.aspx

Staff and patients at Southampton Children's Hospital are set to unveil a new space-age imaging department at an opening event later today (Thursday).

2018-04-19T12:56:00Z 2019-09-14T21:03:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/April-2018/Staff-and-patients-to-unveil-space-age-childrens-imaging-department.aspx

A top TV chef has called on the community to hold dinner parties throughout May to bolster the fundraising appeal for a new children's emergency department in Southampton.

2018-04-17T14:26:00Z 2019-09-14T21:03:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/April-2018/Top-TV-chef-leads-dinner-party-month-to-boost-childrens-ED-appeal.aspx

Researchers in Southampton are using a protein found in the blood to help improve the effectiveness of antibiotics in patients with liver disease.

2018-04-12T14:49:00Z 2019-09-14T21:00:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/April-2018/Doctors-use-protein-in-blood-to-help-liver-patients-fight-infection.aspx

Members of the public will be given an exclusive insight into the making of a landmark medical ethics documentary on Southampton Children's Hospital at an event later this month.

2018-04-05T16:31:00Z 2019-09-14T21:02:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/April-2018/Public-given-exclusive-insight-into-making-of-hospital-documentaryd.aspx

Players from Southampton Football Club made their annual visit to meet patients and staff at the city's university hospitals on Tuesday (3 April).

2018-04-04T13:45:00Z 2019-09-14T21:02:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/April-2018/Saints-squad-make-annual-visit-to-citys-hospitals.aspx

Join the local maternity system boards of Hampshire, the Isle of Wight and Dorset for an exciting webinar.

2018-04-04T10:07:00Z 2019-09-14T21:01:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/April-2018/Help-improve-maternity-services-in-Wessex.aspx

For the second members' evening of 2018, we are delighted to be able to offer you a behind the scenes look at the recently aired Channel 4 documentary 'My Baby's Life: Who Decides?'.

2018-04-03T10:59:00Z 2019-09-14T21:03:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/April-2018/UHS-members-evening-behind-the-scenes-of-PICU-and-My-Babys-Life-Who-Decides.aspx Josef Sollerer

UHS's full gender pay gap report is now available to read.

2018-03-29T12:13:00Z 2021-09-22T14:38:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/March-2018/Gender-pay-gap-report.aspx

Patients undergoing open heart surgery at Southampton's teaching hospitals are spending less time in intensive care thanks to a pioneering rehabilitation programme.

2018-03-29T00:08:00Z 2019-09-14T21:35:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/March-2018/Novel-rehab-service-cuts-intensive-care-stay-for-heart-surgery-patients.aspx

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust has announced three new non-executive appointments to its board of directors.

2018-03-27T14:58:00Z 2019-09-14T21:34:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/March-2018/Hospital-trust-announces-three-new-board-appointments.aspx

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust has appointed the UK's first mesothelioma specialist nurse who will focus on supporting armed forces personnel and veterans.

2018-03-22T13:17:00Z 2019-09-14T21:34:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/March-2018/Hospital-trust-appoints-UKs-first-mesothelioma-specialist-nurse.aspx

Doctors in Southampton are trialling the use of new dissolvable gel-beads to treat fibroids in a world-first study.

2018-03-18T20:55:00Z 2019-09-14T21:36:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/March-2018/Southampton-doctors-trial-new-gel-beads-to-treat-fibroids.aspx

Complete Fertility Centre is now owned and operated by Complete Fertility Ltd (a subsidiary of Virtus Health Ltd). Read here for more information about the change.

2018-03-09T12:13:00Z 2019-09-14T21:35:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/March-2018/New-owners-for-Complete-Fertility-Centre.aspx

Southampton Hospital Charity will be celebrating its 10th birthday on Friday, (9 March). Read more about the charity's achievements here.

2018-03-08T15:31:00Z 2019-09-14T21:33:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/March-2018/Hospital-charity-celebrates-10th-birthday-and-21-million-milestone.aspx

Do you or someone you know have Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis? If you would like to find out more, come along to our fourth inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) open day on Saturday, 17 March 2018. Registration and stands will be open from 9.30am with talks throughout the day, 10am to 2pm.

2018-03-07T13:27:00Z 2019-09-14T21:35:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/March-2018/Inflammatory-bowel-disease-IBD-open-day-2018.aspx

A Southampton dietitian has created a new recipe book written specifically for infants with congenital heart disease (CHD).

2018-03-07T12:11:00Z 2019-09-14T21:36:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/March-2018/Southampton-dietitian-creates-recipe-book-for-babies-with-heart-disease.aspx

The Council of Governors is meeting on Tuesday, 13 March 2018.

2018-03-07T10:48:00Z 2019-09-14T21:32:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/March-2018/Council-of-Governors-meeting-13-March-2018.aspx

Patients, staff and families from the paediatric intensive care unit at Southampton Children's Hospital are set to feature in a Channel 4 documentary on medical ethics.

2018-03-05T14:07:00Z 2019-09-14T21:37:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/March-2018/Southampton's-children's-intensive-care-to-feature-in-Channel-4-documentary.aspx

Bosses at Southampton's university hospitals have thanked staff for a "truly amazing effort" over the past 24 hours and are now urging people to stay at home where possible to prevent additional pressure on stretched services.

2018-03-02T11:51:00Z 2019-09-14T21:33:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/March-2018/Hospital-bosses-thank-staff-for-amazing-effort-and-urge-people-to-stay-at-home.aspx

Due to the adverse weather conditions that that have arrived in the Hampshire area, University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust would like to issue the following advice to patients.

2018-03-02T08:15:00Z 2019-09-14T21:37:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/March-2018/Updated-Cold-weather-alert-information-for-patients-and-visitors.aspx

Due to the adverse weather conditions that are forecast to arrive in the Hampshire area this week, University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust has issued advice to staff.

2018-02-28T17:05:00Z 2019-09-14T21:32:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/March-2018/Cold-weather-alert-information-for-staff.aspx

Actors James Murray and Sarah Parish are set to visit Southampton Children's Hospital on Friday (23 February) to kick-off the second phase of fundraising for the city's new emergency and trauma department.

2018-02-21T18:44:00Z 2019-09-14T21:11:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/February-2018/Childrens-ED-campaigners-launch-drive-for-next-million.aspx

Southampton doctors and scientists are set to receive a major cash boost for pioneering research into cancer.

2018-02-15T15:19:00Z 2019-09-14T21:13:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/February-2018/Southampton-scientists-set-for-3.5m-cash-boost-from-Cancer-Research-UK.aspx

Researchers in Southampton have found drugs used to treat rheumatoid arthritis could halve the risk of developing dementia.

2018-02-12T12:34:00Z 2019-09-14T21:13:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/February-2018/Southampton-researchers-find-arthritis-drug-could-reduce-dementia-risk.aspx

Eye experts in Southampton are set to become the first in the UK to trial a pioneering drug which could prevent sight loss caused by a currently untreatable condition.

2018-02-09T13:17:00Z 2019-09-14T21:11:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/February-2018/Eye-experts-in-Southampton-to-trial-pioneering-drug-to-prevent-sight-loss.aspx

Researchers in Southampton are leading a study into the needs of patients with long-term neurological conditions to address a "mismatch" with the clinical and social care services they require at different stages of their illness.

2018-02-05T12:15:00Z 2019-09-14T21:12:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/February-2018/Researchers-to-address-mismatch-in-care-for-patients-with-neurological-conditions.aspx

The University of Southampton is delighted to announce it has reached its £25m target to fund the UK's first dedicated centre for cancer immunology research.

2018-02-02T17:43:00Z 2019-09-14T21:11:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/February-2018/Campaign-to-build-new-cancer-research-centre-hits-25m-target.aspx

Join us for a day of fascinating lectures for World Kidney Day.

2018-02-02T08:47:00Z 2019-09-14T21:38:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/March-2018/World-Kidney-Day-lectures-kidneys-and-womens-health.aspx

Saints legend and fans' favourite Francis Benali has called on the community to kick-start the second phase of Southampton's children's emergency and trauma department appeal.

2018-01-29T16:35:00Z 2019-09-14T21:16:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/January-2018/Saints-legend-backs-childrens-emergency-department-appeal.aspx

A 'soft' laser therapy pioneered by doctors in Southampton to help prevent side effects in adult patients undergoing treatment for head and neck cancer is to be trialled nationwide.

2018-01-25T19:51:00Z 2019-09-14T21:17:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/January-2018/Southamptons-soft-laser-therapy-for-cancer-patients-to-be-trialled-nationwide.aspx

Business leaders and government representatives from Finland visited Southampton's university hospitals this week to find out more about innovations in digital technology.

2018-01-18T15:50:00Z 2019-09-14T21:15:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/January-2018/Hospital-trust-shares-digital-innovations-with-Finnish-business-and-government-reps.aspx

Health minister Steve Brine visited Southampton's teaching hospitals today (Friday) to mark reaching the first £1 million of fundraised money in the campaign for a new children's emergency and trauma department.

2018-01-12T16:43:00Z 2019-09-14T21:15:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/January-2018/Health-minister-marks-fundraising-milestone-at-hospital-visit.aspx

Nutrition experts in Southampton have found access to a wider variety of food outlets near homes and schools is linked to healthier diets in children.

2018-01-12T13:35:00Z 2019-09-14T21:17:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/January-2018/Southampton-researchers-show-location-impacts-childrens-diets.aspx

The next Council of Governors' meeting will be held on Tuesday, 16 January 2018.

2018-01-08T11:00:00Z 2019-09-14T21:14:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/January-2018/Council-of-Governors-meeting.aspx

ABP Southampton Marathon are pleased to announce Southampton Hospital Charity as the new lead local charity for the 2018 event.

2018-01-08T09:00:00Z 2019-09-14T21:16:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/January-2018/Southampton-Hospital-Charity-to-become-lead-local-charity-for-ABP-Marathon.aspx

Surgeons in Southampton are trialling the use of a new treatment for knee arthritis which involves injecting patients with a strengthened form of their own blood.

2018-01-05T18:06:00Z 2019-09-14T21:18:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/January-2018/Surgeons-use-new-blood-injection-to-help-treat-knee-arthritis.aspx

A statement from Caroline Marshall, chief operating officer

2018-01-03T12:04:00Z 2019-09-14T21:17:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/January-2018/Statement-regarding-winter-pressures-and-cancellations.aspx

I am writing to let you know that Fiona Dalton, the UHS chief executive, will be leaving the trust having accepted an invitation to become the chief executive officer of Providence Healthcare in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

2017-12-27T14:43:00Z 2019-09-14T20:29:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/December-2017/Announcement-regarding-UHS-chief-executive.aspx

As we draw nearer to the end of the year, we thought we'd look back at some highlights from 2017.

2017-12-23T11:00:00Z 2019-09-14T20:29:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/December-2017/2017-our-year-in-review.aspx

Information about the upcoming neurovascular support group

2017-12-18T08:00:00Z 2019-09-14T21:15:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/January-2018/Neurovascular-support-group-27-January-2018.aspx

A leading surgeon has said all patients should be offered the chance to listen to music during their procedures to reduce pain and anxiety.

2017-12-15T13:18:00Z 2019-09-14T20:32:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/December-2017/Surgeon-calls-for-all-patients-to-be-offered-music-therapy-during-procedures.aspx

A doctor from Southampton Children's Hospital has received the highest possible accolade for his services to children with lung disease across India.

2017-12-12T13:40:00Z 2019-09-14T20:31:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/December-2017/Southampton-doctor-receives-prestigious-award-for-services-to-children-across-India.aspx

Staff at Southampton Children's Hospital have developed an innovative initiative to reduce young people's fears of treatment and admission – by inviting them into the emergency department.

2017-12-07T14:46:00Z 2019-09-14T20:31:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/December-2017/Hospital-staff-use-emergency-department-visits-to-reduce-fears-of-young-patients.aspx

Staff at Southampton's university hospitals have teamed up with a national organisation designed to improve and expand volunteering opportunities in the NHS.

2017-12-06T15:11:00Z 2019-09-14T20:31:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/December-2017/Hospital-trust-joins-new-national-volunteering-organisation.aspx

A leading eye expert has warned some patients in the UK may be losing their sight unnecessarily due to a "poor understanding" of the effectiveness of emergency corneal transplantation.

2017-12-05T12:04:00Z 2019-09-14T20:30:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/December-2017/Eye-expert-warns-misconception-among-surgeons-causing-sight-loss.aspx

A Southampton doctor has urged parents to avoid using over-the-counter cough syrups and medicines to treat coughs and colds in children – in favour of "old fashioned" honey and lemon.

2017-12-01T13:48:00Z 2019-09-14T20:30:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/December-2017/Doctor-urges-parents-to-avoid-over-the-counter-cough-medicines-for-children.aspx

Researchers in Southampton are leading a pioneering national initiative to incorporate alcohol awareness into breast screening and breast cancer clinic appointments.

2017-11-29T10:15:00Z 2019-09-14T20:52:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/November-2017/Southampton-researchers-launch-alcohol-project-in-breast-clinics.aspx

Information on Hospital trust secures £300k investment in emergency department mental health facilities

2017-11-22T08:40:00Z 2019-09-14T20:50:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/November-2017/Hospital-trust-secures-300k-investment-in-emergency-department-mental-health-facilities.aspx

We'd like to invite you to our scientist training programme open day.

2017-11-21T10:37:00Z 2019-09-14T21:14:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/January-2018/Find-out-about-training-as-a-clinical-scientist.aspx

ITV horse racing presenter Ed Chamberlin has backed the appeal for a new emergency and trauma department at Southampton Children's Hospital.

2017-11-16T16:28:00Z 2019-09-14T20:50:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/November-2017/ITV-presenter-backs-childrens-emergency-department-appeal.aspx

Staff at Southampton's teaching hospitals are introducing interactive whiteboards on wards as part of a major digital transformation project.

2017-11-10T10:19:00Z 2019-09-14T20:49:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/November-2017/Hospital-trust-introduces-electronic-whiteboards-to-improve-patient-safety.aspx

Staff at Southampton's university hospitals have marked 100 years of developments in occupational therapy with a series of events today (Thursday).

2017-11-09T15:55:00Z 2019-09-14T20:49:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/November-2017/Hospital-trust-marks-occupational-therapy-centenary.aspx

A children's nurse has travelled more than 4,600 miles to take part in a fundraising trek to the base camp of Mount Everest for Southampton's children's emergency and trauma department appeal.

2017-11-09T13:15:00Z 2019-09-14T20:51:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/November-2017/Paediatric-nurse-embarks-on-Everest-expedition-for-children's-ED-appeal.aspx

Shadow secretary of state for health Jonathan Ashworth visited Southampton's teaching hospitals this week to meet patients and staff and find out more about developments in vascular services.

2017-11-08T11:58:00Z 2019-09-14T20:52:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/November-2017/Shadow-health-secretary-visits-citys-hospitals-to-meet-patients-and-staff.aspx

Southampton's children's emergency and trauma department appeal has edged within touching distance of the halfway mark following a £100,000 pledge from the Morrisons Foundation, a charity set up by the supermarket.

2017-11-01T15:04:00Z 2019-09-14T20:51:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/November-2017/Morrisons-Foundation-backs-childrens-emergency-department-appeal.aspx

This issue has been resolved. If you find you are still unable to get through to the number you're dialling, please try our main switchboard number - 023 8077 7222.

2017-11-01T12:10:00Z 2019-09-14T20:54:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/October-2017/Intermittent-problem-with-some-of-our-phone-lines.aspx

A top doctor has said the "special bond" created with patients, families and the community is behind a successful first year for Southampton Children's Hospital Charity and its partners.

2017-10-31T08:46:00Z 2019-09-14T20:55:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/October-2017/Top-doctor-says-special-bond-responsible-for-childrens-hospital-charity-progress.aspx

In December, we're conducting a quality review into our provision of support for patients with a mental health condition who access our services.

2017-10-25T14:53:00Z 2019-09-14T20:30:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/December-2017/Help-us-improve-our-mental-health-services.aspx

Pioneering pre-surgery exercise sessions for cancer patients are set to be piloted at gyms and cancer support centres across the region in the first project of its kind in the UK.

2017-10-24T14:20:00Z 2019-09-14T20:55:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/October-2017/Pioneering-cancer-exercise-programme-to-be-piloted-at-gyms-and-cancer-support-centres.aspx

A pioneering urine test trialled at Southampton's university hospitals is set to revolutionise clinicians' ability to diagnose bladder cancer by providing results within three hours.

2017-10-23T13:07:00Z 2019-09-14T20:56:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/October-2017/Urine-test-trialled-in-Southampton-set-to-revolutionise-diagnosis-of-bladder-cancer.aspx

A comic book created by diabetes experts in Southampton and Portsmouth to help young patients' understanding of the condition has been recognised nationally for its success.

2017-10-13T10:56:00Z 2019-09-14T20:53:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/October-2017/Doctors-innovative-diabetes-comic-wins-top-national-award.aspx

Pregnant women in Southampton are among the first in the world to participate in a clinical trial of a vaccine that could protect babies against a virus which can cause life-threatening infections.

2017-10-11T14:11:00Z 2019-09-14T20:56:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/October-2017/Women-in-Southampton-take-part-in-maternal-vaccine-study-to-combat-virus-in-infants.aspx

Young patients are set to receive some visitors with a difference this week when a team of superheroes swoop onto the wards at Southampton Children's Hospital.

2017-10-09T13:45:00Z 2019-09-14T20:56:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/October-2017/Young-hospital-patients-set-for-fun-filled-superhero-week.aspx

Staff, patients and visitors at Southampton's teaching hospitals will be among thousands of people across the UK aiming for a world record tomorrow (Monday).

2017-10-08T12:01:00Z 2019-09-14T20:54:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/October-2017/Hospital-trust-to-participate-in-international-CPR-challenge.aspx

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust has expanded its spiritual care department to create a more diverse service for patients, visitors and staff.

2017-10-06T13:08:00Z 2019-09-14T20:53:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/October-2017/Hospital-trust-expands-spiritual-care-department.aspx

A team of doctors, nurses, management and patients are set to take part in a major scrap car rally to raise funds to increase the use of a revolutionary mobile radiotherapy machine at Southampton's university hospitals.

2017-10-03T15:44:00Z 2019-09-14T20:55:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/October-2017/Staff-and-patients-set-to-take-part-in-scrap-car-rally-fundraiser-for-cancer-charity.aspx

An invitation to attend the neurovascular support group

2017-10-01T08:00:00Z 2019-09-14T20:51:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/November-2017/Neurovascular-support-group-18-November-2017.aspx

A team of 16 clinicians and staff who completed a 350-mile regional cycle challenge have raised £10,000 towards Southampton's children's emergency and trauma department appeal.

2017-09-27T15:58:00Z 2019-09-14T20:59:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/September-2017/Southampton-clinicians-reach-10k-mark-for-childrens-ED-appeal.aspx

The next Council of Governors' meeting will be held on Tuesday, 10 October 2017.

2017-09-26T10:05:00Z 2019-09-14T20:53:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/October-2017/Council-of-Governors-meeting.aspx

We're pleased to invite you to our annual members' meeting.

2017-09-22T16:26:00Z 2019-09-14T20:57:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/September-2017/Come-to-our-annual-members-meeting.aspx

Eye experts in Southampton are set to launch a new mobile unit to treat patients with a form of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) closer to home.

2017-09-22T14:05:00Z 2019-09-14T20:57:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/September-2017/Clinicians-launch-new-mobile-eye-unit-to-treat-patients-closer-to-home.aspx

Clinicians and engineers in Southampton have developed a microchip that could detect sight-threatening eye infections within minutes – and prevent misuse of antibiotics.

2017-09-19T00:15:00Z 2019-09-14T20:59:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/September-2017/Southampton-experts-to-trial-instant-test-for-eye-infections.aspx

A leading doctor has called on the community to push the fundraising campaign to create a new children's emergency and trauma department in Southampton "to the next level".

2017-09-12T12:49:00Z 2019-09-14T20:57:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/September-2017/Leading-childrens-doctor-calls-on-community-to-boost-fundraising-appeal.aspx

Members of the public will be given rare behind the scenes access to Southampton's teaching hospitals on Saturday (9 September) as part of an action-packed open day.

2017-09-05T15:50:00Z 2019-09-14T20:58:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/September-2017/Public-given-rare-behind-the-scenes-access-to-citys-hospitals.aspx

The results are in for the 2017 governor elections.

2017-08-30T12:00:00Z 2019-09-14T20:27:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/August-2017/Governor-elections-2017-the-results.aspx

Millions of viewers will get unprecedented access into the work of Southampton's neuro intensive care unit in a new documentary hitting TV screens next week.

2017-08-25T13:57:00Z 2019-09-14T20:26:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/August-2017/Cutting-edge-TV-documentary-about-Southamptons-neuro-intensive-care-unit.aspx

A charity fund which supports services for young brain and spinal tumour patients at Southampton Children's Hospital has unveiled a new ambassador.

2017-08-17T11:52:00Z 2019-09-14T20:26:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/August-2017/Childrens-hospital-charity-unveils-ITV-news-anchor-as-new-ambassador.aspx

Children being treated in intensive care at Southampton Children's Hospital have a better chance of surviving the most serious illnesses and injuries.

2017-08-15T11:12:00Z 2019-09-14T20:26:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/August-2017/Critically-ill-children-across-the-south-have-better-chance-of-survival.aspx

Orthopaedic surgeons at Southampton Children's Hospital are using a new type of wheelchair that can get patients with cerebral palsy home five weeks earlier after complex bone surgery.

2017-08-11T11:21:00Z 2019-09-14T20:28:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/August-2017/New-adaptable-wheelchair-speeds-up-recovery-time-for-bone-surgery-patients.aspx

Young patients will get to meet a dog with a difference tomorrow (Friday) as the emergency services descend on Southampton Children's Hospital for a day of fun-packed activities.

2017-08-03T19:08:00Z 2019-09-14T20:29:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/August-2017/Young-patients-to-meet-dog-with-a-difference-at-emergency-services-event.aspx

More patients in Southampton are benefitting from improved access to new treatments following an increase in the number of clinical research studies and participants in the last year, according to figures published today by the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR).

2017-08-02T15:47:00Z 2019-09-14T20:28:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/August-2017/Southampton-among-top-performers-in-national-clinical-research-league-table.aspx

Doctors in Southampton have pioneered the development of a nose drop containing a type of 'friendly' bacteria that could help prevent meningitis and other infections.

2017-08-01T08:31:00Z 2019-09-14T20:27:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/August-2017/Doctors-develop-pioneering-nose-drop-to-help-fight-meningitis.aspx

A team of eight young transplant patients from across the south are travelling to Scotland to compete in the British Transplant Games.

2017-07-26T16:54:00Z 2019-09-14T20:37:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/July-2017/Young-patients-set-to-go-for-gold-at-British-Transplant-Games.aspx

British doctors are trialling a "breakthrough" injection that could treat prostate cancer without causing side effects.

2017-07-25T13:52:00Z 2019-09-14T20:34:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/July-2017/Doctors-trial-breakthrough-injection-for-prostate-cancer.aspx

Patients, staff and members of the public celebrated the achievements of nurses at Southampton Children's Hospital with a series of awareness activities this week.

2017-07-21T16:58:00Z 2019-09-14T20:36:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/July-2017/Patients-and-staff-celebrate-excellence-in-childrens-nursing.aspx

Doctors in Southampton are leading a national trial of a treatment approach that could improve survival from emergency bowel surgery by guiding the amount of fluid given to patients during their operations.

2017-07-20T12:28:00Z 2019-09-14T20:34:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/July-2017/Doctors-trial-new-treatment-to-improve-survival-from-emergency-bowel-surgery.aspx

The brother of a patient at Southampton Children's Hospital has donated £38,000 towards a £1.7 million refurbishment of children's cancer unit Piam Brown.

2017-07-18T16:29:00Z 2019-09-14T20:36:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/July-2017/Patients-brother-raises-38k-for-childrens-cancer-unit.aspx

Information on Health secretary discusses innovations in patient safety at hospital trust

2017-07-14T17:08:00Z 2019-09-14T20:35:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/July-2017/Health-secretary-discusses-innovations-in-patient-safety-at-hospital-trust.aspx

A charity set up by a family in memory of their late daughter is set to fund the first hospital-based nursery teacher in the country at Southampton Children's Hospital.

2017-07-12T13:46:00Z 2019-09-14T20:33:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/July-2017/Childrens-charity-to-fund-countrys-first-hospital-based-nursery-teacher.aspx

Doctors at Southampton's teaching hospitals have found a six-week exercise programme can help improve bowel cancer patients' strength by giving them a better night's sleep.

2017-07-11T14:32:00Z 2019-09-14T20:34:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/July-2017/Doctors-find-six-week-exercise-programme-improves-sleep-for-cancer-patients.aspx

Members of the public will have the chance to find out about the range of nursing expertise provided at Southampton's university hospitals at an event on Monday (10 July).

2017-07-07T18:15:00Z 2019-09-14T20:36:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/July-2017/Hospital-trust-set-to-showcase-range-of-nursing-expertise.aspx

Information on Southampton surgeons lead development of national hip surveillance programme

2017-07-04T18:08:00Z 2019-09-14T20:37:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/July-2017/Southampton-surgeons-lead-development-of-national-hip-surveillance-programme.aspx

The theme for the July evening is a focus on nursing.

2017-07-03T12:42:00Z 2019-09-14T20:37:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/July-2017/Upcoming-members-evening-a-focus-on-nursing-10-July-2017.aspx

We're looking for people who would like to be involved in the development of an intervention to help empower women to make healthy lifestyle choices.

2017-06-29T13:15:00Z 2019-09-14T20:33:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/July-2017/Could-you-help-guide-important-research-into-breast-cancer-and-alcohol-awareness.aspx

Clinicians at Southampton's university hospitals are set to become the first in the UK to treat prostate cancer using frozen needles guided by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).

2017-06-26T15:34:00Z 2019-09-14T20:39:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/June-2017/Southampton-experts-to-perform-UKs-first-MRI-led-freezing-procedure-for-prostate-cancer.aspx

The next Council of Governors' meeting will be held on Tuesday, 11 July 2017.

2017-06-26T10:44:00Z 2019-09-14T20:33:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/July-2017/Council-of-Governors-meeting.aspx

Surgeon warns heatwave could cause kidney stone cases to "rocket"

2017-06-21T14:20:00Z 2019-09-14T20:40:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/June-2017/Surgeon-warns-heatwave-could-cause-kidney-stone-cases-to-rocket.aspx

Southampton experts use innovative device to prevent sight loss in young patients

2017-06-19T17:08:00Z 2019-09-14T20:39:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/June-2017/Southampton-experts-use-innovative-device-to-prevent-sight-loss-in-young-patients.aspx

South's emergency services to take part in major incident exercise

2017-06-16T14:38:00Z 2019-09-14T20:40:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/June-2017/Souths-emergency-services-to-take-part-in-major-incident-exercise.aspx

Health watchdogs have rated University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust 'good' following a recent inspection – with critical care 'outstanding'.

2017-06-15T14:46:00Z 2019-09-14T20:38:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/June-2017/Health-watchdogs-rate-citys-hospitals-good-following-inspection.aspx

Researchers in Southampton are leading the UK arm of a landmark European-wide study to develop a new vaccine to prevent whooping cough.

2017-06-15T00:15:00Z 2019-09-14T20:40:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/June-2017/Southampton-researchers-lead-landmark-2m-study-to-develop-new-whooping-cough-vaccine.aspx

Five therapy dogs and their two owners are leading a groundbreaking study into the effect their ward visits at Southampton Children's Hospital have on patients' health and wellbeing.

2017-06-01T17:32:00Z 2019-09-14T20:38:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/June-2017/Hospital-launches-innovative-study-into-effect-of-therapy-dog-visits-on-childrens-health.aspx

Staff at Southampton's university hospitals are set to showcase the work of their 1,000-strong team of "inspirational" volunteers at events from Thursday (1 June) as part of Volunteers' Week.

2017-05-30T17:19:00Z 2019-09-14T20:45:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/May-2017/Hospital-trust-to-celebrate-work-of-inspirational-volunteers.aspx

Southampton experts develop computer model of hand to improve finger joint surgery

2017-05-25T13:51:00Z 2019-09-14T20:48:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/May-2017/Southampton-experts-develop-computer-model-of-hand-to-improve-finger-joint-surgery.aspx

Fundraisers and clinicians at Southampton Children's Hospital are set to launch a pioneering outpatient rehabilitation service for young brain and spinal tumour patients.

2017-05-22T13:02:00Z 2019-09-14T20:44:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/May-2017/Childrens-hospital-to-launch-pioneering-rehab-service-for-brain-tumour-patients.aspx

A Southampton surgeon has been awarded £1.4m from Cancer Research UK to carry out potentially groundbreaking research into oesophageal cancer.

2017-05-18T10:55:00Z 2019-09-14T20:48:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/May-2017/Southampton-surgeon-awarded-1.4m-for-'groundbreaking'-research-into-oesophageal-cancer.aspx

The paediatric gastroenterology team is hosting a family fun day for families with children whose inflammatory bowel disease is managed at UHS.

2017-05-15T14:08:00Z 2019-09-14T20:35:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/July-2017/Family-fun-day-for-Southampton-paediatric-IBD-patients-and-their-families-1-July-2017.aspx

Following widespread reports of the NHS ransomware attack, we would like to reassure patients and members of the public that IT systems across University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust are functioning as normal and remain unaffected at this time.

2017-05-13T09:23:00Z 2019-09-14T20:46:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/May-2017/IT-systems-at-UHS-functioning-as-normal.aspx

Patients, parents and staff in the neonatal unit at Southampton's Princess Anne Hospital are the stars of a new TV ad campaign which promotes the development of a pioneering tiny nappy for premature babies.

2017-05-12T14:40:00Z 2019-09-14T20:45:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/May-2017/Citys-neonatal-unit-features-in-new-premature-baby-TV-ad.aspx

Staff at Southampton's teaching hospitals will mark International Nurses' Day tomorrow (Friday) with a series of inspirational stories and clinical developments.

2017-05-11T14:52:00Z 2019-09-14T20:46:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/May-2017/Hospital-trust-to-mark-International-Nurses'-Day-with-inspiring-stories.aspx

We have now started works to improve the main patient and visitor car park at Southampton General Hospital.

2017-05-10T15:00:00Z 2019-09-14T20:23:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/April-2017/Changes-to-road-layout-of-main-visitor-car-park-starting.aspx

Members of the public will have the chance to find out more about the specialist services provided at Southampton Children's Hospital at an event tomorrow (Tuesday) evening.

2017-05-08T12:38:00Z 2019-09-14T20:47:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/May-2017/Public-offered-insight-into-Southampton-Childrens-Hospital.aspx

A team of doctors and nurses from Southampton's teaching hospitals have returned to Nepal to share the findings of pioneering research carried out in the South Asian country.

2017-05-04T17:01:00Z 2019-09-14T20:47:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/May-2017/Southampton-clinicians-return-to-Nepal-to-share-research-findings.aspx

Doctors and nurses from Southampton Children's Hospital and the Queen Alexandra Hospital in Portsmouth will take to the streets this weekend in a bid to help drive down the number of accidents on roads across the south.

2017-05-03T10:20:00Z 2019-09-14T20:45:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/May-2017/Doctors-and-nurses-to-play-key-role-in-major-city-road-safety-event.aspx

Staff, parents and children who starred in the first two series of Channel 4's hit maternity documentary One Born Every Minute are set to return to the nation's screens this week.

2017-04-24T15:53:00Z 2019-09-14T20:23:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/April-2017/Citys-Princess-Anne-Hospital-to-feature-in-One-Born-Every-Minute-spin-off.aspx

Patients, staff and fundraisers have reached the £1 million mark in the campaign to create a new children's emergency and trauma department at Southampton Children's Hospital

2017-04-20T00:15:00Z 2019-09-14T20:25:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/April-2017/Fundraisers-reach-1m-milestone-for-childrens-emergency-department.aspx

Researchers in Southampton are leading a groundbreaking study into whether or not a drug used to treat heart failure could save the sight of patients with a currently untreatable eye condition.

2017-04-19T09:33:00Z 2019-09-14T20:25:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/April-2017/Southampton-researchers-use-heart-drug-to-treat-eye-disease-in-groundbreaking-study.aspx

Wessex Academic Health Science Network and University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust would like to warmly invite staff from all local health organisations to the Wessex Health Innovation Forum on Tuesday, 16 May 2017.

2017-04-18T11:18:00Z 2019-09-14T20:49:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/May-2017/Wessex-Health-Innovation-Forum-16-May-2017.aspx

6-8pm in the lecture theatre, Heartbeat Education Centre (F level, north wing, Southampton General Hospital)

2017-04-11T15:49:00Z 2019-09-14T20:48:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/May-2017/Upcoming-members-evening-Southampton-Childrens-Hospital-9-May-2017.aspx

Doctors in Southampton have helped to produce the first national review of major trauma in older people – two years after highlighting the need for "urgent action" to improve care in the age group.

2017-04-06T15:23:00Z 2019-09-14T20:25:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/April-2017/Southampton-doctors-help-produce-first-national-report-on-trauma-in-older-people.aspx

Doctors in Southampton have developed a novel way of using a swab test which can rapidly diagnose flu and other viral infections in patients with severe respiratory conditions – resulting in shorter courses of antibiotics and less time in hospital.

2017-04-06T11:08:00Z 2019-09-14T20:24:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/April-2017/Doctors-develop-novel-flu-test-to-speed-up-respiratory-treatment.aspx

A day case procedure being used by surgeons in Southampton to remove kidney stones could save the NHS up to 10,000 bed days a year if replicated across the country.

2017-04-04T15:26:00Z 2019-09-14T20:24:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/April-2017/Day-case-kidney-stone-procedure-'could-save-10000-NHS-bed-days'.aspx

Information on Update from the Wessex adult cystic fibrosis centre - 30 March 2017

2017-03-30T10:30:00Z 2019-09-14T20:44:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/March-2017/Update-from-the-Wessex-adult-cystic-fibrosis-centre-30-March-2017.aspx

Researchers in Southampton and Rome have found excessive consumption of fructose – a sweetener found in many fizzy drinks – is strongly associated with a severe form of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease in children.

2017-03-28T15:15:00Z 2019-09-14T20:42:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/March-2017/Researchers-show-excess-fructose-in-diet-linked-to-severe-liver-disease-in-children.aspx

Southampton's teaching hospitals have developed a new clinical post which could be rolled out nationally to help improve care for patients with diabetes.

2017-03-21T11:06:00Z 2019-09-14T20:41:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/March-2017/Hospital-trust-appoints-countrys-first-consultant-pharmacist-in-diabetes.aspx

Two teams of clinicians at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust have been shortlisted for prestigious national medical awards for their "inspiring and pioneering" teamwork.

2017-03-15T15:21:00Z 2019-09-14T20:42:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/March-2017/Hospital-trust-teams-shortlisted-for-prestigious-medical-awards.aspx

Cardiac experts in Southampton have fitted a heart failure patient with a revolutionary monitoring device the size of a 5p coin.

2017-03-14T00:15:00Z 2019-09-14T20:43:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/March-2017/Southampton-doctors-implant-coin-sized-heart-failure-monitor.aspx

A new scheme has been launched to give pregnant women across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight more choice on antenatal care and childbirth.

2017-03-13T15:32:00Z 2019-09-14T20:42:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/March-2017/More-choice-for-Hampshire-and-Isle-of-Wight-mothers-to-be.aspx

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust has been rated one of the top performing organisations in the country for staff engagement.

2017-03-09T18:32:00Z 2019-09-14T20:41:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/March-2017/Hospital-trust-among-top-performers-in-annual-nhs-staff-survey.aspx

Surgeons at Southampton's university hospitals are using a less invasive technique to remove large kidney stones in children which reduces complications and speeds up recovery.

2017-03-07T09:34:00Z 2019-09-14T20:43:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/March-2017/Surgeons-use-less-invasive-procedure-to-remove-kidney-stones-in-children.aspx

A leading children's doctor has warned there is a "desperate need" to get children's sleep on the public health agenda in England and across the UK.

2017-03-06T16:11:00Z 2019-09-14T20:44:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/March-2017/Top-doctor-calls-for-childrens-sleep-to-be-part-of-public-health-agenda.aspx

The next meeting of the Council of Governors will be held on Tuesday, 14 March 2017

2017-03-01T10:08:00Z 2019-09-14T20:41:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/March-2017/Council-of-Governors-meeting-March-14-2017.aspx

On Saturday, 18 February a lorry will be arriving on site to lift and relocate two containers. This will restrict pedestrian and vehicle access south of West Wing for a short amount of time.

2017-02-15T12:53:00Z 2019-09-14T20:32:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2017/February-2017/Restricted-pedestrian-and-vehicle-access-on-site-Saturday-18-February.aspx

Phase two of the Bassett Avenue road works, between Winchester Road roundabout and Chilworth roundabout, will begin from 8pm on Monday (11 March). During this time, this section of the road will be closed with road access for residents only.

1900-01-01T09:45:00Z 2019-09-14T21:13:00Z https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/AboutTheTrust/Newsandpublications/Latestnews/2018/February-2018/Travel-information-–-resurfacing-of-Bassett-Avenue.aspx