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Latest News
Sally's meals help thank staff for their care
Niall takes the reins as new Trust Chair
Clapping for chefs marks the end of a project delivering hot meals to NHS staff
Video appointment was a really good experience
Tina is a national health hero
Innovation helps to cut cardiology waiting times
New breast screening van hits the road
Lindsay is Respiratory Nurse of the Year
Ben will cover the distance from Land’s End to John O’Groats – without leaving Kent
Canine cuddles give Jim a boost after Covid
Captain Tom portrait will raise money for East Kent Hospitals Charity
Cards will help Deaf patients access video sign language interpreting services
Rotarians give hospital grounds a spring clean
Donation helps children escape to a virtual world
Great-grandmother's thanks to hospital staff who saved her life after Covid-19
Gemma plans to rise to charity challenge
'I thought Covid wouldn't affect me - but I almost died from the virus'
Trust governors appoint new Chairman to lead East Kent Hospitals
Sharon recruits patients to help with Covid-19 research – after beating the virus twice
Animations will help people understand treatments in intensive care
Women in Science day: Estefany Davies proves with hard work anything is possible
Lindsay is one of three finalists for national British Journal of Nursing award
Author gifts book thanking keyworkers to children’s wards at East Kent Hospitals
More than 1,000 meals delivered to hard-working William Harvey Hospital staff
Tributes to theatre practitioner Terry Boston-Marsh
East Kent teacher Covid-19 vaccinations
Pat’s back at work after beating coronavirus
Nurse's group gives hope to Covid-19 patients
David’s thanks as East Kent Hospitals staff successfully treat 3,500 people for Covid-19
Tributes to healthcare campaigner Jenny Chittenden
East Kent researchers trial black elderberry liquid as a treatment for Covid-19
First vaccinations for NHS staff take place at The Spitfire Ground in Canterbury
Tributes to receptionist Val Stimson
'We couldn't have had better maternity care'
Vineyard volunteers help feed hard-working staff at the William Harvey Hospital
'Please follow the rules - this virus takes anyone, not just the vulnerable'
Tributes to healthcare assistant Rachel Trott
Hollie’s seasonal video of thanks
Children’s pictures bring festive cheer to the William Harvey Hospital
Kate is one of just seven Baby Friendly Initiative Qualified Leaders nationwide
Sumit’s 24-hour podcast for Tiny Toes Appeal
Model engine dedicated to Captain Tom raises huge amount for NHS hospital heroes
Needle-Lil’ help? Step forward East Kent Hospitals’ children’s diabetes team
Festive gifts bring a smile to patients and local businesses at the same time
‘I thought I was going blind – but it was a life-threatening stroke’
Ashford nurse consultant hoping for a different kind of viral with charity single
First Kent Covid vaccines given at William Harvey Hospital
East Kent Hospitals announced as hospital hub for Covid vaccination
NHS Kent and Medway response to Covid-19 vaccine
'I was nearly killed by a bacon sandwich - quick-thinking colleague saved my life'
‘I don’t think of myself as disabled – for me it’s normal’
Live endosurgery streamed worldwide from East Kent Hospitals next month
Selfies help medics keep an eye on their patients during coronavirus pandemic
‘Lung cancer diagnosis is not a death sentence’
Nurse’s foodbank fundraiser for struggling families
Author’s gift helps poorly children lose themselves in a literary world
Fundraiser is family's way of giving something back to play team
'Prostate procedure gave me my life back'
Don't assume a cough is Covid - it could be lung cancer too
Artist's 'chemo drawings' feature in new exhibition
New operating theatres start arriving at Kent and Canterbury Hospital
Christmas wishlist to make a poorly child smile
New intensive care beds open at William Harvey Hospital
Professor Stephen Smith, Trust Chair
Teenager’s online beauty pageant raises money in memory of beloved granny
AHP week: All about speech and language therapists
'I thought I was going crazy - until I was diagnosed with lupus'
Nurse’s artwork inspires young diabetic patients across east Kent
Sam shares her story for Coming Out Day
CQC prosecution
Care Quality Commission publishes August inspection reports
Celebrating Physician Associate Week
Mum’s marathon in aid of Tiny Toes appeal
'Hospital staff gave their all to save my life'
Eye Talk aid helps Tony find his voice
Children benefit from goody bag donation from The Top Model Foundation
Radiographer’s image selected as part of National Portrait Gallery lockdown exhibition
£7million investment for east Kent emergency departments this winter
Pensioner’s lockdown garden sales boost East Kent Hospitals Charity
The sun will always shine in hospital garden thanks to new mural artwork
Mum’s charity challenge in memory of son
Family tragedy inspires nurse to write book
‘We’re hiking to support NHS colleagues instead of enjoying our honeymoon’
Dad plans charity walk for hospital that saved his baby son’s life
RITA machines give patients with dementia the chance to step back in time
'Incurable breast cancer won't stop me living my life''
Yvonne is back in the medical fast lane
Carolyn bids farewell to the William Harvey Hospital after 42 years
'My care was wonderful from start to finish'
CQC inspection of East Kent Hospitals' emergency departments
Solar power plan cuts carbon emissions
Family's wind spinners raise money for the NHS
Happy birthday QEQM - and thanks for saving my life
Happy birthday to the NHS - and Ann!
Sue's 45 years of service to the QEQM
Give us your views on changes to outpatient departments
Happy socially distanced birthday to the QEQM
Corporate donations boost charity appeal
East Kent patients contribute to life-saving coronavirus research trial
Becky's marathon effort to get back to fitness after COVID-19
'I won't let diabetes hold me back'
Gurkhas' charity run raises thousands
Variety of roles for our valued volunteers
Applause for enterprising young fundraiser
Restarting the NHS – help shape the future
Thank you for working to save my sight
'I clapped for carers - and they clapped for me'
Virtual group helps support coronavirus patients
Thanks to all our coronavirus volunteers
Trust welcomes CQC report on maternity services
Former and student midwives help out during coronavirus outbreak
Rod Stewart helped me find my voice after coronavirus coma
Rainbow rocks raise money for NHS charities
Cancer care bus helps keep patients safe
My coronavirus birth was a positive experience
Jackie bids farewell to nursing after almost 40 years
'I had excellent cancer care during the coronavirus pandemic'
NFU Mutual staff donate thousands to NHS appeal to support frontline hospital staff
Pilot allows ambulance staff to FaceTime specialist stroke consultants
Trust holds more virtual consultations than any other in the south east
Midwife delivers coronavirus parody song
Virtual clinics help audiology patients stay in touch
'There are not enough words to thank people for their kindness'
Cancer services still open for business
Patient's poem thanks teams for their support
‘Your support helps us keep going’
Harriet's home run raises hundreds for the NHS
Vow renewal will help Ian celebrate life after COVID-19
Ward manager features in NHS charity single
Kent Search and Rescue volunteers team up with NHS staff to deliver vital medicines
Tributes to nurse Adekunle Enitan
Schoolgirl's NHS video tops 22,000 views
Tributes to Mary-Anne Lovett
Video sign language interpreting makes services accessible to all
Temporary workforce provides boost to Trust
Jason returns to help Trust team
Trust staff embrace redeployment
A little help from our Friends
Hospital staff still here to help
Schoolboy braves the shave for hospital charity
Send a special message and a heart to a loved one
‘I can’t thank the NHS enough for saving my life after coronavirus’
Rotarians respond to coronavirus outbreak
Appeal for fabric hearts for hospital patients
'I felt very safe giving birth in hospital'
Thank you to our local communities
Tributes to nurse Aimee O'Rourke
‘Virtual’ marathon for hospital charity
Girls’ musical tribute to NHS frontline staff
Appeal to help hospital heroes almost at £4,500
Nurse records message of hope for colleagues
East Kent skin cancer expert shares sunscreen tips with the nation
Team show their gratitude to NHS staff with blue hearts at hospital
'Go back and help if you can'
Creative consultant pens coronavirus poem
Spreading the word about prostate cancer
Help support NHS hospital heroes battling coronavirus outbreak
Caring for patients with COVID-19
Coronavirus: latest information and advice
Maternity information
Video Outpatient Appointments
Attend Anywhere video appointments
What to expect when having a planned operation
What to expect from urgent care
Covid-19: The Road to Recovery
Covid-19 vaccine
Need an endoscopy? Don’t miss your appointment, it’s safe to attend
Supporting each other
Flamenco fun for people with a Zest for life
Alana's African adventure will help save lives
Dad and son get on their bike for charity
NHS care gave Stewart his life back after rare lung disease diagnosis
Ch-ears to Friends for audiology donation
Court win means NHS can move forward with vital improvements to stroke services in Kent and Medway
Ann's marathon effort for Dementia Appeal
Ralph the rescue dog leads the way at Harmonia Village
Maternity update
National award for outstanding consultant
New outpatient therapy unit opens at QEQM
Friends' latest purchase gives patients a boost
Harry Richford inquest
Festive lights display leads to donation for hospital intensive care unit
Garden of Light visitors donate tree-mendous amount to hospital garden
Alison plans arctic skiing marathon for breast cancer research
Sammy plans charity pier walk after trial helps her find her feet again
Becky’s experience helps make a difference to patients
Caring Sue is still nursing, 50 years on…
Santa’s little helper delivers presents to hard-working hospital staff
Be aware of your vaccine symptoms
News archive
News archive 2020
News archive 2019
QEQM team is helping people tackle alcohol and drug dependency
Movie technology being used to help young children with haemophilia
Don’t give Norovirus to your loved ones in hospitals
Maintenance of buildings and estate
Sepsis Collaborative scoop award
Trust's innovative use of social media technology to improve patient care
East Kent Joint Commissioner Meeting
Kent and Medway Stroke Review: Decision-making meeting this month
Significant changes to hospital care following CQC inspection
Medieval shield gets a taste of modern medicine to help reveal its secrets
Transformation of stroke services gets go-ahead
Cancer patient signals end to six months chemotherapy at QEQM
Chief Executive thanks staff for response to power outage
EKHUFT uses technology to help expectant mums
Public feedback shapes future hospital and local care services
Keep your eyes peeled for the Pink Lady apple runners
Apprenticeship Award for East Kent Hospitals
Huge thanks for a veteran breast screening fundraiser
Changing tastes at QEQM
Trust uses innovative IT software to improve eye care
Maternity team wish mum-to-be Happy Birthday
Mum's the word!
Community Matters supports Sepsis outreach
The state-of-the-art puppet helping children at East Kent Hospitals
Our emergency waiting times are country's fourth ‘most-improved’
Patients treated sooner this winter
Producing sunscreen doesn't need to be a sticky business
Compassionate maternity space for parents gets transformation
International Nurses Day
A fundraising force to be reckoned with
Kent councillors support NHS plans for stroke services
New hope for people living with Dementia
Planning future hospital services - we need your help
Amputee Support Group celebrate the League of Friends
Advice from Public Health England on Listeria cases being investigated
QEQM staff go above and beyond for terminally-ill patient
Shame and social stigma ‘putting cancer patients at risk’
Hugo joins the gang
Ophthalmology perform another Kent first
Students' kind gesture goes down a treat
New operation at EKHUFT will transform life for thousands of men
Staff and patients get 'reddy' for sepsis
Leading the way in robotic trials to improve mobility
Closet offers patients more than just clothes
Ambitious plan will improve care for people with dementia
Mothers and babies join the Big Latch-On
Is this the most multicultural ward in Kent?
Wishes come true for Friends of William Harvey Hospital
Remember Minor Injury Units this summer
Sofa, so good for midwives at QEQM
Help the NHS improve services for children and young people
All are welcome to Trust's annual meeting
Join the team helping our gardens grow
Hip and knee patients go back to school
Grateful patient cooks up a storm
Nurse takes on five charitable challenges
Dad walks his daughter down the aisle thanks to EKHUFT research
Charity provides support for military patients and their families
Pilot project keeps patients active
John owes his life to NHS screening programme
Investing in new operating theatres to treat more patients sooner
Specialist team brings hospital to patients' homes
Nurse pulls off a victory at tug of war championships
Collecting breast milk before birth can help give babies the best start
Maternity app hits 5,000 downloads
Pain 'pacemaker' is a life-changer for Peter
Healthier to be smoke-free
Still caring for patients forty years on
Hospital funding announcement
Expert care helps Liz look forward to life after breast cancer
Parents' group celebrates one year of support
Jenny scrubs up well as cleaner-turned-nurse
Florence's legacy is helping other families
Facing the heartbreak of life without Freddie
Nadège's eye for detail benefits patients
Stacie's heartbreak helps her help others
Explore the Garden of Light and bring healing garden to life
Party makes patient's wishes come true
Fundraiser for 'godsend' Rainbow Ward
Golf day raises thousands for children's ward
Huge support for Sweatin for Steve fundraiser
NHS team gave Trish her life back after mouth cancer
Trust on the way to becoming Baby Friendly
Celebrating 10 years of transforming lives
Lis helps celebrate 30 years of breast screening service
Marathon effort to thank hospital staff
Trial offers hope of a cure for leukaemia
From operating theatre to art gallery
Exercise tests Trust's emergency response
Busy box beats hospital boredom
Magical garden installation supports hospital garden appeal
Festive shoppers can make patients' wishes come true
Stoptober helps dozens kick the smoking habit
Hospital heroes recognised in Trust Awards
Trust embraces artificial intelligence to improve patient care
Talking tea and training with Harmonia Village manager Carrie Mandeville
Thank you for making mum's wedding dreams come true
1,000 patients helped back on their feet again thanks to national pilot at Kent and Canterbury Hospital
Patient experience proves vital in improving diabetes care
Medics' base camp trek raises thousands for bowel cancer research
Neil offers hope to people living with cancer
The Little Things make a big difference thanks to charitable junior doctor
Age is no barrier to having fun for patients at the William Harvey Hospital
Hospital scheme named Patient Safety Project of the Year
Friends donate almost £190,000 to William Harvey Hospital this year
Children's generosity helps others have a happier Christmas
Leisa gets on her bike to beat cancer
School choir spreads festive cheer
Diabetes screening could help save lives
Friends' donation puts voice clinic in the picture
Trust doctors can now offer Botox treatment for bladder problems
Community backs mum’s festive wish for staff
Maternity triage unit offers 24/7 care for pregnant women
Civic team's Christmas visit to the Kent and Canterbury Hospital
New dementia village opening soon in Dover
News archive 2018
Stay well this winter
Enjoy summer and keep well during the heat
Patient story - Philippa welcomes baby Rosie
Massive improvement proposed for stroke services in Kent and Medway
Improving end-of-life care
Consultation launches on proposed improvements to stroke services in Kent and Medway
Trust Governors appoint new Chairman
Listening events to hear views on future stroke services in Kent and Medway
Canterbury Golf Club donates sensory machine to K&C children's centre
Giving our new staff the best possible start
Surgeon receives certificate of excellence from patients’ healthcare review website
East Kent residents urged to help shape future stroke services
National Apprenticeship Week
‘Hospital at Home’ team win national nursing award
East Kent Hospitals appoints Susan Acott as Chief Executive
Medical school ‘an essential boost’ for health and care
East meets East Kent
Last weeks of stroke consultation: Have your say
President of the Royal College of Pathologists visits East Kent
Recording of X-Ray images at East Kent Hospitals
Last chance to have your say on the future of stroke services
Getting dressed can help you ‘get your spark back’
NHS thanks everyone who took part in Kent and Medway stroke consultation
NHS creates social enterprise to run hospital support services
Care packs to offer support to relatives
QEQM team presented with certificate in NHS 70th birthday awards
Raising awareness of bladder cancer
St Augustines day room
East Kent Hospitals shortlisted for two national awards!
East Kent Hospitals takes steps to cut waits for emergency and planned care ahead of winter
NHS in Kent and Medway publish stroke consultation activity report and consultation response report
Kent and Canterbury doctor named in NHS ‘Top 70’
Dr Chi Davies is shortlisted for NHS 70 Lifetime Achievement Award
East Kent Hospitals staff take starring role in biggest ever NHS recruitment drive
How our innovative Emergency Department teams are improving care for patients
New accommodation opens for parents at WHH NICU
Taking steps to avoid cancelled operations this winter
Bereavement Suite opens at William Harvey Hospital
There's an app for that!
Make sure you know where to go!
CQC recognises examples of outstanding practice, but there’s more work to do
Trust wins £6m bid to improve A&Es before winter
Maternity Self-Referral Service
Update on stroke and vascular services in Kent and Medway
New maternity app provides pregnancy information at the touch of a button
QEQM’s new communication and social therapy group lifts-off
Cardiac arrest survivor receives latest defibrillator technology
EKHUFT's midwives and doctors continue HEP work in Ethiopia
New chemotherapy bell helps patients to call time on cancer
Help test NHS proposals for east Kent
Hospitals’ renal service helps make medical breakthrough
Hospital robotics showcase delights and inspires the next generation
We're making sure planned hip and knee operations continue this winter
Hospital robotics showcase inspires next generation
24 days of EKHUFT
Groundbreaking of The Harmonia Village
Staff reunite couple for Christmas morning
East Kent public listening events on options for future hospital and local care services
News archive 2017
“Amazing” response helps patient make a speedy recovery
Get to know your local health services this winter
Frank gets home with Home First
Home First gets patients home from hospital safely and sooner
Commissioners to consider next steps for east Kent hospital services
Improving hospital services in east Kent: how decisions are made and what happens next
Support for a medical school for Kent and Medway
Commissioners agree next steps for east Kent hospital services
East Kent Hospitals helps those affected by alcohol and drugs
Local people thanked for their “vital” contribution to East Kent Hospitals’ research
Trust doctor wins professional excellence award
New MRI scanners unveiled at Kent and Canterbury Hospital
NHS leaders call for new medical school
A&E waits improving across east Kent
East Kent Hospitals urges people to be prepared for flu and winter
East Kent Hospitals is focused on improving waiting times for patients
East Kent Hospitals appoints Susan Acott as interim chief executive
Emergency care improvement in east Kent
Social Media Week
East Kent Hospitals appoints interim Chair
Maternity bereavement suite opened at Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother Hospital
East Kent Hospitals CEO to take up new post with The King's Fund
East Kent Hospitals takes steps to shorten A&E waits
PLACE survey of 2017 shows more improvements for East Kent Hospitals
Temporary changes at Kent & Canterbury Hospital
East Kent Hospitals’ annual members’ meeting
Approval given for dementia centre of excellence funding
Pamela helps researchers to understand eye disease
Annual members meeting
Ben is the top trainee in the country
Exciting haemophilia research to start at Kent & Canterbury
Come and have your say: Maternity services in east Kent
William Harvey staff help to save mum and unborn son
East Kent Hospitals appoints new Director of Finance and Performance
Praise for ‘Employee of the Month’ Bev
Swallow screen helps vulnerable patients
Patient Story - Stroke survivor Graham Lewis
Get involved and have your say on local NHS services
Hope for Tomorrow brings cancer care closer to home
Kent & Canterbury Hospital’s Urgent Care Centre to treat walk-in minor injuries from 19 June
Listening to you: CHEK meeting, Friday 16 June
Update on temporary changes to some services
Planning for temporary changes at Kent & Canterbury hospital
Temporary changes affecting Kent and Canterbury Hospital
Heatwave Plan
NHS and social care leaders make ‘case for change’ in Kent and Medway
Your Hospitals - Spring edition out now!
Patient Choice Award
Patient Choice Award
Finance chief set to retire from full-time NHS service after 34 years
Weather warning
Making blood transfusions easier for cancer patients
Celia Blakey Unit receives civic opening
Election forces change to CHEK public meeting on Friday 28 April due to purdah
CQC recognises significant improvements for East Kent Hospitals’ patients
Bright Futures returns
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WHH NICU takes further steps to Baby Bliss Charter
Patients asked to bring medicines into hospital
Transforming health and social care in Kent and Medway - what this means for our hospitals
Craig Mather, chef at Ramsgate's The Empire Room, puts op recovery down to food at Margate's QEQM
East Kent Hospitals’ science team manages the microbes
New MRI unit for Kent and Canterbury Hospital will cut waits
Disability parking changes for East Kent Hospitals
Learning Disability Pledge
Trust to exit quality special measures following improvements for patients but further progress on finances needed
East Kent Hospitals recognised for research excellence
Focus on Diabetes
Nursing and Midwifery Open Day - 4 March 2017
Haematology team works closely with patients at Kent and Canterbury Hospital
The Twitter storm is coming!
East Kent Hospitals shortlisted for Research and Patient Engagement Awards
Ken’s dialysis is a home from home
Sandie is a star employee
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East Kent Hospitals' robotic surgery success recognised
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