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Tributes to healthcare assistant Rachel Trott
Chief executive Susan Acott has led tributes to Rachel, who sadly died after testing positive for coronavirus.
08/01/2021 15:34:17
'Please follow the rules - this virus takes anyone, not just the vulnerable'
A mum is urging people to stay home and stay safe after her dad died from coronavirus.
12/01/2021 14:47:06
Vineyard volunteers help feed hard-working staff at the William Harvey Hospital
A team from the Ashford Church is organising hot meals for staff during busy shifts.
13/01/2021 13:02:07
'We couldn't have had better maternity care'
Michelle wants to thank the teams who looked after her during an emergency c-section.
14/01/2021 14:53:53
Tributes to receptionist Val Stimson
Val was a valued member of the team in the outpatients department at the Kent and Canterbury hospital.
15/01/2021 18:57:52
First vaccinations for NHS staff take place at The Spitfire Ground in Canterbury
The hub is for health and social care staff and vaccinated the first people today.
18/01/2021 16:49:12
East Kent researchers trial black elderberry liquid as a treatment for Covid-19
The liquid is known to have anti-viral properties and the team is the first in the UK to trial it for Covid-19.
20/01/2021 10:59:19
Tributes to healthcare campaigner Jenny Chittenden
Jenny was a former nurse and Trust governor.
22/01/2021 13:59:45
David's thanks as East Kent Hospitals staff successfully treat 3,500 people for Covid-19
David described staff on Deal ward at QEQM as 'angels' and said he would never forget their kindness.
22/01/2021 16:34:35
Nurse's group gives hope to Covid-19 patients
Zoe Montellano set up a group to share stories of recovery after her dad was hospitalised with the virus.
28/01/2021 12:38:22
Pat's back at work after beating coronavirus
When ward manager Pat Johnson was lying in a hospital bed battling Covid-19, at times she was not sure she'd survive, let alone get back to work.
27/01/2021 16:55:08
East Kent teacher Covid-19 vaccinations
Over the weekend schools contacted teachers within east Kent inviting them to make a booking for their Covid vaccinations through the vaccination portal.
01/02/2021 17:35:44
Tributes to theatre practitioner Terry Boston-Marsh
Terry, who had been with the Trust for 25 years, died at the QEQM after testing positive for coronavirus.
02/02/2021 11:26:43
More than 1,000 meals delivered to hard-working William Harvey Hospital staff
Ashford Vineyard Church is co-ordinating the project with local food businesses and chefs
05/02/2021 16:32:16
Author gifts book thanking keyworkers to children's wards at East Kent Hospitals
Claire Wallis wrote the book with the help of her two daughters Isla and Maisie.
08/02/2021 16:42:36
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News archive 2021
Tributes to healthcare assistant Rachel Trott
'Please follow the rules - this virus takes anyone, not just the vulnerable'
Vineyard volunteers help feed hard-working staff at the William Harvey Hospital
'We couldn't have had better maternity care'
Tributes to receptionist Val Stimson
First vaccinations for NHS staff take place at The Spitfire Ground in Canterbury
East Kent researchers trial black elderberry liquid as a treatment for Covid-19
Tributes to healthcare campaigner Jenny Chittenden
David’s thanks as East Kent Hospitals staff successfully treat 3,500 people for Covid-19
Nurse's group gives hope to Covid-19 patients
Pat’s back at work after beating coronavirus
East Kent teacher Covid-19 vaccinations
Tributes to theatre practitioner Terry Boston-Marsh
More than 1,000 meals delivered to hard-working William Harvey Hospital staff
Author gifts book thanking keyworkers to children’s wards at East Kent Hospitals
Lindsay is one of three finalists for national British Journal of Nursing award
Women in Science day: Estefany Davies proves with hard work anything is possible
Animations will help people understand treatments in intensive care
Sharon recruits patients to help with Covid-19 research – after beating the virus twice
Trust governors appoint new Chairman to lead East Kent Hospitals
'I thought Covid wouldn't affect me - but I almost died from the virus'
Gemma plans to rise to charity challenge
Great-grandmother's thanks to hospital staff who saved her life after Covid-19
Donation helps children escape to a virtual world
Rotarians give hospital grounds a spring clean
Cards will help Deaf patients access video sign language interpreting services
Captain Tom portrait will raise money for East Kent Hospitals Charity
Canine cuddles give Jim a boost after Covid
Ben will cover the distance from Land’s End to John O’Groats – without leaving Kent
Lindsay is Respiratory Nurse of the Year
New breast screening van hits the road
Innovation helps to cut cardiology waiting times
Tina is a national health hero
Video appointment was a really good experience
Clapping for chefs marks the end of a project delivering hot meals to NHS staff
Niall takes the reins as new Trust Chair
Sally's meals help thank staff for their care
Be aware of your vaccine symptoms
Trust pleads guilty to causing Harry and Sarah Richford harm by failing to provide safe care and treatment
Updates to visiting arrangements
Rachel’s photos focus on her team’s achievements during Covid-19 pandemic
Rani takes on a charity 100km challenge
Consultant’s song is a musical treat
Dad’s fundraiser to thank hospital staff who saved his life after Covid-19 battle
Community donations create eggs-cellent Easter for NHS staff and patients
Friends’ donations benefit young patients
Trust welcomes report recognising improvements in infection prevention and control
First look inside Kent and Canterbury Hospital’s new surgical centre
New robot joins the East Kent Hospitals team
Community rallies to support Padua Ward
Alan is still battling, after 100 days in ITU
National award for east Kent ‘legend’ Chris
Reegan pays tribute to her NHS heroes
Trust welcomes report recognising improvements to the emergency departments
Hospital staff make Dusty’s wish come true
Celebrating ODP day - meet Chloe Paine
Celebrating ODP day - meet Sally Csuka
Furry friends provide comfort to patients
Gemma's raffle raises £1,500 for East Kent Hospitals Charity's Dementia Appeal
Celebrating 10 years of robotic surgery
Margaret’s birthday gift for cancer unit
Sam plans to take to the skies for charity
Hospital staff arrange a wedding in a day
Michael’s 50 years of health after transplant
Charity funding helps children and families manage a diabetes diagnosis
New Critical Care Unit taking shape at William Harvey Hospital
Jim goes home after 147 days in hospital
Ann’s marathon effort is back on the road
East Kent Hospitals Trust sentenced in CQC prosecution
Alan is a step closer to home after 150 days
Help research treatments into Covid-19
Trust to create Kent’s first Clinical Trials Unit at the QEQM hospital in Margate
‘I was a needle-phobic young diabetic – now I help children just like me’
‘I couldn’t be more grateful to the whole team’
Surgeons use £1.5million robot for first operation on patient with throat cancer
Diners donate to East Kent Hospitals Charity
Nurses keep it in the family with careers at East Kent Hospitals
Charity of the year partnership will benefit East Kent Hospitals staff
CQC finds improvements in medical care services
Vocal coaches lend their skills to patients
Celebrating two years of helping families stay connected with their poorly babies
Former teacher Judith goes back to school – and back to nursing at East Kent Hospitals
New surgical centre opens at Kent and Canterbury Hospital
Pensioner’s garage sales hit £2k milestone
Additional tongue tie clinic set up for families in east Kent
Author’s gift of books helps new parents mark World Breastfeeding Week
First patient goes under the knife at newly opened Elective Orthopaedic Centre
Laura has the marathon finish line in sight
William Harvey Hospital patient is first in the country to receive new heart monitor
Consultant’s musical fundraiser was made with a little help from her NHS friends
Family’s fundraiser to thank NICU staff
Superhero Vincent’s charity challenge
Family thanks hospital team for making dying dad’s wedding wish come true
'Pain pacemaker' gives Paul his life back
Yasemin’s legacy lives on after her death
Susan Acott will be leaving East Kent Hospitals as Chief Executive next spring
Surgery will be live-streamed worldwide during international training course
‘I’m grateful to be able to live life after sepsis’
Debbie’s audio books project helps patients
Virtual work experience gives students an online taste of medical careers
Junior doctor Thiru was a real shining star
Alan is back home after 248 days in hospital
Posters remind patients and visitors there is no excuse for abuse of NHS staff
Pain team offer help when there is no cure
Thousands to benefit from earlier diagnostic tests with launch of east Kent hub
Olympic mural helps physiotherapy patients reach their own finish line
Feisty Phoenix inspires friends' fundraising
Trust invests £1.6m in more midwives as inspectors raise concerns
CQC reports ‘significant improvements’ in children’s and young people’s services
Artist’s gift thanks the team who saved his life
Could you help your local NHS hospital?
Golden Hearts celebrate NHS heroes
Daisy's battle inspires classmates' fundraising
Help poorly patients smile this Christmas
Fireworks and bonfire safety advice
NHS in Kent and Medway welcomes stroke services go-ahead from Secretary of State
Work experience helped doctor’s career ambitions become reality
‘I’ve had cancer four times – but I’m lucky to have received fantastic care each time’
Meet the team helping patients look and feel better after head and neck cancer
100th person signs up for East Kent Hospitals’ Covid-19 research study
Pumpkin pickers raise pounds for Padua
Could you help your local hospital?
East Kent Hospitals Charity chosen to benefit from Co-op Community Fund
Project helps patients’ wishes come true
‘Family First’ bid to improve recruitment
Trust’s safety scheme goes global
Help us provide festive musical merriment
Heidi is an honorary hospital scientist
New Chief Executive for East Kent Hospitals
School choir’s musical message of thanks
Students’ donation of pampering hampers
Rock Choir’s gift of song to hospital teams
Fireplace donation means Santa can visit
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