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You Made a Difference team award - December 2024
This month, we recognise the Surgical Assessment Unit (SAU) for their outstanding commitment to improving patient care and embracing change with a positive, proactive approach.
Earthquake mission earns Deborah the Kingѻý award
An Addenbrookeѻý emergency department nurse who joined a courageous search and rescue mission following terrifying earthquakes in Morocco has received royal recognition for her work.
Statement from CUH Chief Executive, Roland Sinker
In October 2024, following concerns raised by colleagues, the Trust commissioned an external review into the practice of an orthopaedic surgeon who specialises in paediatric surgery.
Prioritise vaccine boosters for vulnerable immunocompromised patients and prevent emergence of new Covid variants, say scientists
A study of immunocompromised patients from CUH highlights the importance of booster vaccinations to protect patients and prevent emergence of variants of concern.
Cambridgeshire man “cured” of high blood pressure
A novel diagnostic scan and endoscopy treatment could help millions of people affected by primary aldosteronism, a cause of high blood pressure.
Childrenѻý traumatic brain injury study is UK first
An Addenbrookeѻý doctor has led the UKѻý first multi-centre study of its kind aimed at improving outcomes for children with traumatic brain injuries.
Patient who overcame brain tumour to play key role in ‘super-survivor’ cancer study
A woman from Cambridge who is living life to the full, five years after being diagnosed with an aggressive brain tumour, is hoping to take part in a trial aimed at unlocking the secrets of why some cancer patients survive longer than others.
Surgery ‘Super Sunday’ breaks operation record
A team at Addenbrookeѻý Hospital has carried out a record number of gall bladder operations in a single day using high-tech robots that assist with keyhole surgery.
Genetic study helps predict childhood kidney cancer development
Genetic analysis of children with Wilms tumour reveals different patterns of genetic mutation linked to disease development.
Medicine for Members: CAR-T cells - moving from cancer to autoimmunity
Find out how CAR-T cells are reshaping treatment for some cancer and now autoimmune diseases.
Nearly £40M boost to biomedical research at CUH
Over four years the BioResource will support research studies including into mental health, health inequality and children's health research
Childrenѻý brain tumour study highlights lessons from Covid pandemic
ѻý in Cambridge and Lancaster have unveiled the results of the countryѻý first ever investigation into the impact of the Covid pandemic on the diagnosis, treatment and ongoing management of children and young people with brain tumours
You Made a Difference - November 2024
A ward clerk who supported a family during a distressing situation and a ward manager who is passionate about providing a really high level of care are our winners of the November You Made a Difference awards.
Spiderman visit is Christmas cracker for young!
Supporters and staff at Addenbrookeѻý are conjuring up a host of magical surprises for children in hospital this Christmas.
Making chemotherapy for Hodgkin lymphoma kinder to patients
Research identifies a form of chemotherapy that offers reduced long-term side effects for Hodgkin lymphoma patients
Conference turns spotlight on global health
The contribution of Cambridge and the East of England to improving global health has come under the spotlight.
Trust sets out plan for winter pressures
ѻý ѻý Foundation Trust (CUH) has outlined its annual plan to keep patients safe and well this winter.
You Made a Difference - October 2024
A consultant who did everything he could to safeguard a patientѻý future and a warm and caring contact centre agent who always goes the extra mile are our winners of the October You Made a Difference awards.