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EXCLUSIVE: Christina Riley on building hospitals and breaking barriers

From operating theatres to industry advocacy, Christina Riley shares why inclusive culture is the foundation for construction needs

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Enter the 2025 BBH Awards: Celebrate your impact in healthcare

The Building Better Healthcare Awards are back another year with 20 different categories for you to enter. If you have worked on a project that has significantly impacted the...
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New specialist mental health facility for women set to open in Lancashire

Developed by Active Care Group, Bilberry Lodge will provide a safe, therapeutic environment for women with complex mental health needs, supported by a multidisciplinary care team, set to open later this year
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World Health Assembly adopts landmark pandemic agreement

Following over three years of global negotiation in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the World Health Assembly has agreed a new international framework aimed at improving equitable access to essential health products and strengthening coordination for future pandemic preparedness and response

The role of EPRs in dementia care: How Bolton NHS Foundation Trust is enhancing early detection and patient support

In support of Dementia Action Week, Dr Anna Bayes, Medical Director at Altera Digital Health, spotlights the work of Bolton NHS Foundation Trust, where clinicians and Admiral Nurses are using the Sunrise EPR system to identify, support, and improve outcomes for patients with dementia

Reducing noise to support stress-free environments: The benefits of acoustic flooring

Dave Ford, Specifications Manager of North, Altro, discusses the benefits of acoustic flooring

Midlands’ first CDC in retail setting opens to tackle NHS waiting lists

The £15m North Solihull Community Diagnostic Centre will offer local patients faster access to vital scans and checks in a convenient, community-based location

Queen’s Hospital opens mental health space for young patients

A newly designed, calming room for children and young people experiencing mental health issues has officially opened at Queen’s Hospital
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NHS trust responds to Supreme Court ruling on legal definition of a woman

North London NHS Foundation Trust has confirmed that no immediate changes will be made to its policies following a landmark ruling by the UK Supreme Court, which clarified the legal definition of "woman" under the Equality Act 2010

NHS Trust surpasses 1,000 robotic-assisted surgery procedures in under two years

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has successfully performed over 1,000 robotic-assisted surgical procedures in under two years

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Innovative urinal device set to revolutionise patient care across the NHS

The UniWee is a new device to help immobile female patients urinate comfortably and with dignity. Backed by NHS Supply Chain, it is now being studied ahead of a planned nationwide rollout

Inspire Architects chosen for UK’s first Patient Hotel for children

Planning permission has been granted for the development of the UK’s first Patient Hotel for children, designed by Inspire Architects

Scarborough Hospital unveils DAISY, the AI robot triage system

Scarborough Hospital welcomes new research robot, DAISY, to assist in emergency department triage

NHS Trust collaborates with new Royal Horticultural Society on new wellbeing garden

The garden, designed by landscape designer and Royal Horticultural Society Ambassador, Adam Frost, will provide patients and staff a space to relax and reflect

Ergéa and Leicester NHS Trust boost radiotherapy services with cutting-edge equipment

Ergéa and University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust have expanded radiotherapy fleet with new equipment to enhance patient care

Radiology team welcomes first patients at Royal Bournemouth Hospital’s BEACH building

CT and X-ray services have been relocated from the emergency department to the BEACH building
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Streamlining language services for healthcare efficiency

Kavita Parmar, Co-founder of Word360, discusses how effective communication is crucial for healthcare transformation, especially in diverse communities where language barriers can hinder patient care

Implementation at scale: The success of the respiratory digital therapeutics toolkit

Chris Davies, Principal and CEO of The Institute of Clinical Science and Technology (ICST), discusses the success of the respiratory digital therapeutics toolkit

Why embracing healthcare robotics can help end corridor care

Lisa Farrell, Business Development Manager at the National Robotarium, discusses the robotic solutions that will target both the symptoms and the cause of “corridor care”

Medirest wins NHS catering contract to serve 1.2 million people

UK-based Medirest has been awarded the catering and cleaning contract for South West London and St George’s Mental Health NHS Trust

Exclusive: 91% of NHS Trusts have an EPR system, but what does that really mean?

A Freedom of Information request to NHS England has revealed that 189 out of 208 NHS Trusts in England have an active Electronic Patient Record system
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NHS Trusts re-introduce face masks in hospitals

Due to rising cases of flu and other seasonal viruses, several NHS trusts have re-introduced face masks to be worn in clinical areas

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Ayrshire Hospice unveils redeveloped facility following £18.8m investment

McLaughlin & Harvey completes restoration and new-build project designed to support dignified end-of-life care

Reorganisation, consolidation, and cuts: what are the implications for NHS IT?

Industry report examines how structural changes could affect digital transformation and service delivery across the NHS

The critical importance of hospital parking

How modular solutions can improve patient care, reduce staff stress and futureproof estates

Cancer care facilities and the role of fitted furniture in creating healing environments

The design and furnishing of cancer treatment facilities play a pivotal role in patient recovery and staff efficiency according to the latest Health Building Note 02-01...

Specialist Vanguard team supports Milton Keynes University Hospital to reduce elective backlog

Flexible day case facility helps boost patient throughput and improve outcomes

Vanguard Healthcare Solutions to exhibit at HEFMA Leadership Forum 2025

At stand 99, Vanguard will showcase its cutting-edge mobile, modular, and mixed-modality healthcare facilities

How community diagnostic centres in shopping hubs are transforming the NHS

High-quality fitted furniture supports better patient experience and infection control in modern NHS hubs

Vanguard Healthcare Solutions releases white paper on establishing surgical hubs

This comprehensive document provides invaluable insights into the creation and optimisation of surgical hubs, offering a roadmap for NHS trusts to enhance elective surgery...

Darwin Group launches On-Demand Ultraclean Operating Theatre to help clear NHS elective backlog

Darwin Group, launches a hireable HBN and HTM compliant operating theatre, the first of its kind

Two leaders from Darwin Group reflect on their experiences in construction

How a leading modular healthcare firm is exceeding industry standards for female employment

Darwin Group launches solution to ‘corridor care’ as NHS bed occupancy rates exceed optimal levels

The UK’s healthcare estates specialist, Darwin Group launches new On-Demand General Ward which could provide trusts with the additional bed capacity needed to treat...

Balancing comfort and durability in healthcare waiting areas

Choosing furniture for healthcare waiting areas involves more than just aesthetics - it requires a careful balance of durability and style, writes Tony Huggins, managing...

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