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Celebrating Women’s Empowerment: A Look Back at an Inspiring International Women’s Day Event in South Yorkshire

On Monday, 10 March, the Crowne Plaza Royal Victoria Hotel in Sheffield played host to a remarkable celebration for International Women’s Day, held in partnership with NHS South Yorkshire and the South Yorkshire Women’s Network. This event brought together an array of inspirational women speakers, each dedicated to championing change, fostering inclusivity, and empowering women in their communities.

Back in the saddle – Doncaster lorry driver’s swift recovery after robotic surgery

Just weeks after undergoing robotic surgery at Doncaster Royal Infirmary, lorry driver Michael Smethurst is back cycling—thanks to a new surgical robot improving precision in procedures and supporting faster recovery at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH).

Sheffield researchers help discover previously unidentified genes linked to rare diseases

A landmark study has found 69 previously unidentified genetic determinants of rare disease, including uncommon forms of kidney disease and diabetes.

Over 40,000 bed days lost to norovirus last month

Norovirus is continuing to pile pressure on NHS hospitals with over 40,000 bed days lost to the vomiting bug in February alone.

Explore Your Future in Health and Care at Doncaster College’s 16+ Careers Event

The NHS and health and care organisations in South Yorkshire have teamed up with ENACT Solutions, the immersive learning specialists, to develop a unique health careers event for people aged 16+.

Barnsley Hospital Portering Team Wins Prestigious National MyPorter Award

Barnsley Hospital is celebrating after its outstanding Portering Services team was named Portering Team of the Year at the National MyPorter Awards 2025. This prestigious accolade recognizes the team’s unwavering commitment, innovation, and excellence in healthcare support services.

Skin Integrity Team wins three national awards for wound care excellence

Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals’ (DBTH) Skin Integrity Team has won awards in all three categories they were shortlisted for at this year’s Journal of Wound Care Awards, recognising their exceptional contributions to improving patient care.

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals recruits world’s first patients into revolutionary gene study for rare muscle disorder

A 24-year-old woman has become one of the first patients in the world to take part in a pioneering research study at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust that could switch off the progression of a rare, incurable muscle-weakening disorder called facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD).

Sheffield Health and Social Care shines at fantastic awards ceremony

The winners of the Sheffield Health and Social Care (SHSC) Shine awards were announced last night at a fabulous ceremony in Sheffield.

South Yorkshire pharmacies go live with new pilot prescribing programme

Two South Yorkshire pharmacies are the first to launch a new NHS community pharmacy prescribing service pilot that will give patients greater choice of appointments for medication reviews and prescribing services.

10-year study to shed light on youth vaping

Landmark study to investigate long-term health effects of vaping on young people's health and wellbeing, alongside wider influences on adolescent health.

New web area for the shared care record 

The Yorkshire and Humber Care Record (YHCR) is currently being rolled out to health and social care teams across South Yorkshire.