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Pregnant volunteers help doctors training to reduce risk of preterm birth

12 September 2025

Doctors are better prepared to identify those at increased risk of preterm birth following a special training session with pregnant volunteers and preterm birth specialists. Seven doctors were given practical…

New imaging equipment enhancing patient care

11 September 2025

Patients and staff at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (OUH) are benefitting from two upgrades to diagnostic imaging services at the John Radcliffe Hospital. A new MRI scanner and…

Patients share experiences in survey

11 September 2025

The annual Care Quality Commission (CQC) Adult Inpatient Survey results have been published this week (Tuesday 9 September). The survey provides valuable feedback from patients who stayed at OUH hospitals…

'Beautiful new space' - maternity garden opens

10 September 2025

A new garden at the John Radcliffe Hospital in Oxford has been officially opened, providing a small 'oasis' for patients and staff at the Women's Centre, home of maternity and…

Study evaluates effectiveness of cancer diagnosis pathway

10 September 2025

A major UK study has provided the most comprehensive analysis to date of a cancer diagnosis pathway for patients presenting with non-specific symptoms (NSS), such as unexplained weight loss or…

National registry launched to transform care for people at risk of type 1 diabetes

10 September 2025

A first-of-its-kind UK registry for children and adults who are at risk of type 1 diabetes has been launched at the University of Oxford. With more than £600,000 of funding…

Oxford University Hospitals saves nearly £5m by moving to biosimilar medicine for gastroenterology patients

04 September 2025

Gastroenterology colleagues at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (OUH) have successfully introduced another biosimilar medicine (Ustekinumab) for the treatment of patients with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), as part of…

OUH Annual Public Meeting, incorporating the Annual Members’ Meeting - 18 September

01 September 2025

Members of the public, patients and staff at Oxford University Hospitals are invited to attend the Oxford University Hospitals Annual Public Meeting, which will take place on Thursday 18 September…

Oxford Newborn Care Unit rated 'outstanding' in national audit

28 August 2025

The Oxford Newborn Care Unit at the John Radcliffe Hospital has been rated 'outstanding' in six out of eight areas in the latest National Neonatal Audit Programme (NNAP), placing it…

OUH Celebrates 50 DAISY Awards Honouring Exceptional Nurses and Midwives

27 August 2025

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (OUH) has reached a remarkable milestone – the presentation of its 50th DAISY Award, recognising the extraordinary care and compassion shown by our nurses…

OUH accredited to treat high consequence infectious diseases

22 August 2025

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (OUH) has been formally accredited to manage Airborne High Consequence Infectious Diseases (HCID) following enhancements to infectious disease facilities at the John Radcliffe Hospital in…

From addiction to advocacy: former patient urges Hepatitis C testing

21 August 2025

A woman who overcame substance misuse is sharing her journey to battle stigma and inspire others to get tested for hepatitis C. Julie* (not her real name) is in her…

Health services this bank holiday

19 August 2025

There is a range of local health services available over the bank holiday weekend. Please choose well. Emergency Departments (A&E) and 999 Emergency Departments and 999 are for life threatening…

2025 British Transplant Games: Well done, Team Oxford

15 August 2025

Congratulations to Transplant Team Oxford, who have returned from the 2025 British Transplant Games with smiles, medals, and a record-breaking presence, proudly representing Oxford University Hospitals (OUH)as the largest team…

OUH shortlisted for two prestigious HSJ Awards

13 August 2025

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (OUH) has been shortlisted for two national Health Service Journal (HSJ) Awards. The Spine Awake Surgery (SAS) Oxford Protocol has been nominated in the…

Quarterly Recognition celebrates staff excellence

07 August 2025

The excellence of dozens of staff members has been celebrated at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust’s (OUH) latest Quarterly Recognition event. A total of 36 people and teams were…

Chief Estates & Facilities Officer appointed

07 August 2025

Lisa Hofen has been appointed as the Chief Estates & Facilities Officer of Oxford University Hospitals (OUH) - she will take up her post on 27 October 2025. Lisa, who…

Help the NHS reduce medicines waste

05 August 2025

The local NHS is running a campaign urging patients to make simple changes to help reduce medicines waste - which is estimated to cost the NHS nationally around £300m each…

Friends of Horton support lymphoedema patients at Katharine House

04 August 2025

The League of Friends at the Horton General Hospital, also known as Friends of the Horton, recently made a generous donation of £16,000 to lymphoedema care at Katharine House Hospice.…

Keeping children safe this summer

28 July 2025

Health providers are reminding families across Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Berkshire West (BOB) to keep children safe and well during the summer months – and to help ensure Emergency Departments are…