Welcome to news hub for PHU. Here you will find the latest news, views and blogs for our Trust.
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- Anisha Blades - Improvement practitioner shares her apprenticeship journey.
- Check out our highlights from 2023.
- See the progress on our new Emergency Department Feb - Oct 2023
- Liz, one of mental health nurses talks about improving your mental health this Self Care Week.
- Find out more about our Portsmouth Research Hub.
- Meet staff and patients at our new Fareham Renal Dialysis Unit.
- Find out about our Renal Young Persons Service
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Mental health reporting
Journalists looking for information on the most appropriate ways of reporting emotional crises or mental health issues - including suicide - may like to refer to the guidelines by the Samaritans which are supported by most media organisations and professional bodies.
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A day in the life of a Fire Safety Officer
Have you ever wondered what a Fire Safety Officer does at your local hospital? As part of Healthcare Estates and Facilities Day, we spoke with Andy Rain from PHU, to see what the average day looks like.
18 June 2024
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Neonatal staff celebrates achieving UNICEF accreditation
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Queen Alexandra Hospital has been awarded stage two accreditation from the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF UK) Baby Friendly Initiative.
18 June 2024
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Portsmouth patients encouraged to nominate their healthcare heroes for annual Trust awards
Nominations are now open for the Patient Choice Award and gives people the opportunity to nominate their unsung heroes and recognise the incredible work our staff do.
13 June 2024
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The Armed Forces and QA Hospital
As a week of tributes for the 80th anniversary of D-Day come to a close and Portsmouth Armed Forces Day takes place today, we spoke with the Commanding Officer at Joint Hospital Group South (JHGS) about the close relationship between QA Hospital and the Armed Forces.
8 June 2024
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Closure of North Entrance as redevelopment work begins
As stage two of a project to develop the facilities within our entrances at QA Hospital, the North Entrance will be closed to all from Tuesday 4 June 2024.
3 June 2024
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Portsmouth Family Liaison Officer wins national award
A Portsmouth hospital support worker has won a prestigious national award, recognising the support and care she has provided to patients and their families.
13 May 2024
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More efficient ways to monitor patient vital signs developed in NHS hospitals
A study including teams from PHU has investigated the protocols used by hospitals to check patient vital signs, in an effort to free up nursing time.
2 May 2024
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Know where to go for medical help this bank holiday weekend
1 May 2024
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Patients praise Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust for "exemplary" care after life-changing kidney transplant
1 May 2024