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Health Committee meets young people at heart of obesity research

Layla Moran MP, Chair of Parliament’s Health and Social Care Select Committee, has met the young people, academics and clinical teams at the heart of research into how those living with severe obesity, can be better supported with weight management.

Cancer nurse wins national award for improving immunotherapy care

Rebecca McMinn, Advanced Clinical practitioner Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy lead, at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, won the Excellence in Immuno-Oncology Award at the Immuno-Oncology Clinical Network (IOCN) Awards.

Patients to benefit from investment in robotic-assisted surgery

Following a £2.7million investment, The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust has begun using robotic‑assisted surgery to support surgeons in delivering care for selected patients, following extensive preparation, staff training and safety checks.

Community invited to help shape patient experience at DBTH event

Patients, carers, community members and colleagues are being invited to come together at a special event focused on improving patient experience and engagement across Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH).

Mates on a mountain mission for local dementia appeal

A group of eight friends from Wickersley, Rotherham are preparing to climb Yr Wydffa (Snowdon) on Saturday 30 May to raise vital funds for Rotherham Hospital and Community Charity’s dementia appeal - a cause that has become deeply personal for the team.

Elections now open at local hospitals

People in Doncaster and North Nottinghamshire are being encouraged to step forward and stand as Governors in elections now open at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Dedicated Barnsley nurse celebrates royal recognition after 37 years of care

A long-serving nurse from Barnsley Hospital enjoyed a once-in-a-lifetime experience after being invited to attend a Royal Garden Party.

Thousands of lung cancers in North East and Yorkshire caught early through NHS screening programme

More than 2,000 people in the North East and Yorkshire have had their lung cancer caught early through an NHS initiative which uses mobile scanning trucks in community locations such as supermarkets, sports stadiums and high streets.

Type 2 Diabetes Prevention Week – call for people in North East and Yorkshire to take online check

This week is Type 2 Diabetes Prevention Week (until 31 May) and NHS health managers are encouraging people in the North East and Yorkshire to check their risk of developing type 2 diabetes by using the Diabetes UK Know Your Risk tool.

Helping you to stay well this spring bank holiday

With the spring bank holiday weekend just around the corner, it’s important to know where you can get health care and advice should you need it over the long weekend.

Stroke survivor takes part in training sessions to support Stroke Awareness Month

A former stroke patient is sharing his powerful recovery story during clinical training sessions at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) to help inspire others and raise awareness of the realities of stroke recovery.

Sheffield Children’s research trial has ‘given Hollie her childhood back’

A clinical trial at Sheffield Children’s has transformed 10-year-old Hollie’s life, giving her “her childhood back” after years of painful eczema.