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External clinical review and independent investigation into missed opportunities started
The external clinical review panel and the independent investigation team have commenced their work and we are providing updates.
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AI power improves cataract test tool for babies
A device invented by an Addenbrooke’s eye surgeon to detect cataracts in babies is set to be further improved – thanks to artificial intelligence and a team effort with a Cambridgeshire product development consultancy.
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CUH makes major greenhouse gas cuts
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (CUH) has drastically reduced the use of one of the most harmful greenhouse gases across its hospitals.
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Rare lung collapse disease almost 100 times more common than thought
As many as one in 3,000 people could be carrying a faulty gene that significantly increases their risk of a collapsed lung, according to new estimates from Cambridge researchers. Previous estimates had put this risk closer to one in 200,000 people.
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You Made a Difference - January 2025
A Breast Unit service manager, and a trauma and orthopaedics coordinator are our You Made a Difference award winners for January 2025.
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World-first trial indicates immunosuppression may help treat Parkinson's
An early-stage trial highlights the possibility of using immunosuppression treatments to help people with Parkinson's disease.
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Genetic marker discovered for severe multiple sclerosis
A study involving Addenbrooke's involving more than 22,000 people with multiple sclerosis has discovered the first genetic variant associated with faster disease progression, which can rob patients of their mobility and independence over time.
BBC celebrates NHS 75th at CUH
In case you missed it, BBC2 Newsnight and Radio 5 Live broadcast live from CUH last night to mark the NHS at 75, bringing together staff, patients, scientists and politicians to talk about the challenges and solutions ahead.
My CUH Story - Ivo Silva
Ivo Silva is a scientific support officer in the molecular rare diseases team at Cambridge Genomics Laboratory. Here he tells us more about working in the genomics laboratory and what his role as a scientific support officer entails.
AI cuts waiting times for cancer patients in NHS first
Artificial intelligence developed by and for the NHS at Addenbrooke’s is reducing the amount of time cancer patients wait for radiotherapy treatment.
Top artists, performers and creativity at the CUH Arts Festival
A week-long celebration of the arts, free for staff and patients to join in and featuring a wide range of professional artists including chamber orchestra Britten Sinfonia, comes to CUH between Monday 3 July and Friday 7 July.
Celebrating long service at CUH 2023
Congratulations to our long service award winners including Elaine, who celebrated 30 years in dietetics at Addenbrooke's and Lissamma with 20 years as a nurse in both clinical and research roles.
Celebrating the team who help keep our hospitals running
Today is National Healthcare Estates and Facilities Day, and we're celebrating the work of our capital, estates and facilities team here at Addenbrooke’s and the Rosie by sharing some insights and stories about the important work they do.
Eye surgeon shortlisted for prestigious prize
Dr Louise Allen, an Addenbrooke’s surgeon known for her innovations in childhood eye care has been nominated by MPs for the Lifetime Achievement Award in the NHS Parliamentary Awards.
Sara's story: my new career as a cancer nurse
Sara Dennis is joining the Teenage Cancer Trust ward at Addenbrooke's as a newly trained nurse, after many years working in hospital management.
Roland Sinker awarded CBE for services to healthcare
We are pleased to announce that Roland Sinker, Chief Executive of Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (CUH), has been awarded a CBE for services to healthcare in His Majesty The King’s first Birthday Honours.
PROTECT-V study stepped up in fight against COVID
An international study led by Addenbrooke’s Hospital will continue with its search to find drugs that protect the most vulnerable patients from Covid, many of whom have a weaker response to vaccination.
Nurses’ visit is trip down Memory Lane
Three Addenbrooke’s nurses who trained together 50 years ago took a trip down Memory Lane this week.
Industrial action: Junior doctors June 2023
The British Medical Association (BMA) has confirmed further industrial action, in the form of strike action, will be undertaken by junior doctors at CUH for 72 hours between 07:00 Wednesday 14 June and 07:00 on Saturday 17 June.
2023 Hamm Prize Laureate
Sir Stephen O'Rahilly, an honorary consultant at Addenbrooke’s has been awarded the highly coveted biennial OU Health Harold Hamm International Prize for Biomedical Research in Diabetes.
Campaign calls for empathy on patient names
If your name is Benjamin, but you rather be called Ben, you’ll understand the sentiment behind a new campaign launched by Addenbrooke’s and the Rosie hospitals.
Can you share your pregnancy story?
If you are pregnant and your baby is due to arrive between November 2023 and early March 2024, you might be interested in taking part in a programme in which medical students from Cambridge University learn about pregnancy.
First patients treated at Wisbech Community Diagnostic Centre
The first phase of the development of a new Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) at North Cambs Hospital, in Wisbech, has opened its doors to provide easier access and quicker diagnoses to local people and communities.
You Made a Difference - April 2023
A reassuring junior sister whose cannulation skills are legendary and a healthcare assistant who is very skilled at engaging with patients are the winners of April’s You Made a Difference awards.
Leading artist powers creativity at new children’s hospital
Artist, Amelia Pica, is helping to shape how the region’s first children’s hospital will look and feel.
Call for hundreds of hospital volunteers
A recruitment drive is underway for hundreds of hospital volunteers, after fewer signed up than expected this year and many opportunities are still available.