AllNews http://live-ngh.cloud.contensis.com/News/Articles/AllNews.aspx?DynamicFolder=/&SyndicationType=1&DynamicFolderRootPathQueryStringName=/News/Articles/ Contensis: http://www.contentmanagement.co.uk https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Special-messages-for-special-moments.aspx Northampton General Hospital has launched a new volunteer-led service that allows families and friends to send personalised messages to patients online – which are then delivered in person on a greeting card by hospital volunteers. Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:53:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Special-messages-for-special-moments.aspx volunteers patients service personalised messages cards thank you birthday https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/UHN-are-running-a-free-online-event-in-support-of-the-LGBTQ-armed-forces-community.aspx The University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) are running a free online event to show what support is available for the LGBTQ+ armed forces community within Northamptonshire. Fri, 20 Feb 2026 09:24:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/UHN-are-running-a-free-online-event-in-support-of-the-LGBTQ-armed-forces-community.aspx UHN veterans armed forces LGBTQ+ https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Radiotherapy-team-feature-on-BBC-Radio-5-Live.aspx As part of World Cancer Day the NGH Radiotherapy team were nominated as Cancer Stars on BBC Radio 5 Live. Mon, 09 Feb 2026 11:35:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Radiotherapy-team-feature-on-BBC-Radio-5-Live.aspx Cancer world cancer day BBC 5 Live cancer stars Recognition Celebration radiotherapy news good news https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Changes-to-the-Emergency-Department-entrances-Cliftonville.aspx Access to our Emergency Departments (adult and paediatric) has changed. Please read for more information. Thu, 15 Jan 2026 12:01:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Changes-to-the-Emergency-Department-entrances-Cliftonville.aspx building works Building new ED UTC urgent treatment centre Emergency Department building a better uhn https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Muslim-Midwife-of-the-Year-Award-for-Hauwa.aspx A University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) midwife has won Midwife of the Year at the first ever British Muslim Health Awards 2025. Thu, 08 Jan 2026 09:59:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Muslim-Midwife-of-the-Year-Award-for-Hauwa.aspx UHN Midwife midwifery award British Muslim Health Awards Midwife of the Year congratulations https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/UHN-celebrates-colleagues-and-teams-at-its-2025-Annual-Excellence-Awards.aspx UHN recently rolled out the red carpet for an evening of pride and inspiration at its 2025 annual Excellence Awards at the Mercure Hotel in Northampton. Sponsored by Smart Co Future Health, this glittering event celebrated the remarkable staff, volunteers, and fundraisers from Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals. Wed, 31 Dec 2025 14:34:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/UHN-celebrates-colleagues-and-teams-at-its-2025-Annual-Excellence-Awards.aspx Awards 2025 UHN Excellence awards Celebration Recognition staff colleagues volunteers https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/A-Magical-Day-of-Festive-Fun-for-Families-Affected-by-Childrens-Cancer.aspx Over 100 people came together to celebrate Christmas at the Children's Oncology Christmas party on Tuesday 22 December at the Wooton Community and Sports Centre Wed, 24 Dec 2025 12:59:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/A-Magical-Day-of-Festive-Fun-for-Families-Affected-by-Childrens-Cancer.aspx Christmas party festive news Oncology paediatric oncology good news supporting patients hospital news 2025 https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Please-avoid-hospital-if-you-have-flu-like-symptoms.aspx Please get your flu vaccination and don't visit relatives or friends in hospital – or use hospital emergency departments – if you have flu-like symptoms. Tue, 16 Dec 2025 11:02:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Please-avoid-hospital-if-you-have-flu-like-symptoms.aspx flu vaccination winter symptoms NGH https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Three-NGH-nurses-and-two-midwives-receive-DAISY-awards-for-outstanding-care.aspx Three nurses and two midwives from Northampton General Hospital have all received DAISY Awards for the outstanding care they have delivered. Mon, 15 Dec 2025 11:34:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Three-NGH-nurses-and-two-midwives-receive-DAISY-awards-for-outstanding-care.aspx Daisy award DAISY Award Recognition congratulations care support thank you outstanding NGH Nurse Midwife https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-Matron-wins-DAISY-Award-for-her-compassion-empathy-and-leadership.aspx A Matron in emergency care at Northampton General Hospital has won a DAISY Leader Award for the way she supported her team and made patients feel reassured. Fri, 12 Dec 2025 09:50:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-Matron-wins-DAISY-Award-for-her-compassion-empathy-and-leadership.aspx DAISY Award award Recognition congratulations leader https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-achieves-a-green-award-for-its-inspirational-sustainability-work.aspx Northampton General Hospital has won a national environmental award for the way it has encouraged other hospitals to find new ways to reduce carbon emissions and waste. Fri, 12 Dec 2025 09:45:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-achieves-a-green-award-for-its-inspirational-sustainability-work.aspx NGH Sustainability environmental award waste carbon emissions https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Results-reporting-issue.aspx Some West Northamptonshire patients have received letters about a potential delay in their immunology test results being accessed by GPs. We apologise to anyone who has been affected by this issue, which was caused by a technical problem where Northampton General Hospital immunology test results were issued to GPs but reminders were not flagged on their digital systems in the normal way. Thu, 04 Dec 2025 09:25:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Results-reporting-issue.aspx delayed Immunology test results tests GPs West Northamptonshire apologise https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Planning-permission-granted-for-major-new-urgent-care-development-at-Northampton-General.aspx Northampton General Hospital has secured planning permission for a £15.75 million development that will transform urgent and emergency care facilities. Mon, 01 Dec 2025 13:56:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Planning-permission-granted-for-major-new-urgent-care-development-at-Northampton-General.aspx NGH urgent treatment centre UEC Emergency Department Building building a better uhn urgent care https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Join-our-online-event-supporting-the-Armed-Forces-Community.aspx The University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN), along with Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation NHS Trust (NHFT) are running a free event to show what support is available for the armed forces community within Northamptonshire. Tue, 04 Nov 2025 12:29:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Join-our-online-event-supporting-the-Armed-Forces-Community.aspx UHN NHFT Northamptonshire armed forces community https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Local-neonatal-unit-at-NGH-gets-top-marks-in-national-quality-of-care-audit.aspx The unit that looks after premature and sick babies at Northampton General Hospital has achieved some top marks in a national quality audit. Tue, 28 Oct 2025 11:32:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Local-neonatal-unit-at-NGH-gets-top-marks-in-national-quality-of-care-audit.aspx NGH Neonatal top marks Celebration Babies sick illness quality audit quality https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/UHN-play-teams-celebrate-50-years-of-play-in-healthcare.aspx Our hospitals have celebrated the 50th anniversary of Play in Healthcare Week, an annual initiative dedicated to supporting young people during their hospital stays. The event saw play teams at both sites organising a wide array of special events, welcoming beloved characters, and hosting interactive activities designed to bring joy and comfort to children and their families. Mon, 27 Oct 2025 16:11:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/UHN-play-teams-celebrate-50-years-of-play-in-healthcare.aspx UHN celebrate News & Updates events anniversary https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-nurse-has-delivered-a-community-support-mission-to-Ghana.aspx A Rheumatology Nurse Specialist at Northampton General Hospital has returned from a successful 16-day trip to the Republic of Ghana to support vital healthcare and education. Wed, 22 Oct 2025 12:48:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-nurse-has-delivered-a-community-support-mission-to-Ghana.aspx ghana support care international healthcare education https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Maternity-Roadshow-at-NGH-planned-for-November-15.aspx Northampton General Hospital is holding another one of their successful Maternity Roadshow's on Saturday, November 15. Tue, 21 Oct 2025 13:18:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Maternity-Roadshow-at-NGH-planned-for-November-15.aspx NGH Maternity baby roadshow advice support Northampton maternity roadshow Pregnancy https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/ROSE-Awards-for-NGH-staff-for-supporting-patients-and-colleagues-with-outstanding-compassion.aspx Two Northampton General Hospital healthcare assistants and a matron have been presented with ROSE Awards for the way they have supported vulnerable patients, or a colleague. Thu, 16 Oct 2025 10:12:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/ROSE-Awards-for-NGH-staff-for-supporting-patients-and-colleagues-with-outstanding-compassion.aspx rose awards ROSE Awards NGH Recognition Celebration https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/UHN-pioneers-live-streamed-robotic-cancer-operations-as-part-of-advanced-medical-education.aspx The University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) has undertaken two live-streamed robotic colorectal cancer operations to support the education of surgeons. Mon, 13 Oct 2025 16:12:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/UHN-pioneers-live-streamed-robotic-cancer-operations-as-part-of-advanced-medical-education.aspx UHN robotic surgery robots Surgery patient colorectal cancer Cancer education surgeons https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/A-shared-vision-for-the-future-of-care-Our-UHN-and-UHL-Group-Clinical-Strategy-2025-2035.aspx We have launched a new Group Clinical Strategy. This is our plan for how the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust will work together over the next ten years. Thu, 09 Oct 2025 10:32:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/A-shared-vision-for-the-future-of-care-Our-UHN-and-UHL-Group-Clinical-Strategy-2025-2035.aspx Group Clinical Strategy UHN UHL NGH KGH Clinical Working together collaboration Northamptonshire leicester https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-consultant-therapeutic-radiographer-wins-a-top-national-award.aspx A consultant therapeutic radiographer from Northampton General Hospital has received a prestigious national award for his achievements and the way he supports patients. Tue, 23 Sep 2025 14:37:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-consultant-therapeutic-radiographer-wins-a-top-national-award.aspx award Radiographer radiotherapy NGH national award patient care patient support therapeutic radiographer https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Celebration-of-service-awards.aspx The University Hospitals of Northamptonshire has celebrated the amazing contributions of long-serving colleagues who have dedicated their lives to serving their local communities. Mon, 22 Sep 2025 11:19:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Celebration-of-service-awards.aspx Awards NGH KGH UHN Long Service awards colleagues dedication local community Northampton Celebration https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Historians-uncover-new-evidence-in-NGH-archives-to-rewrite-the-story-of-how-hospital-paediatric-care-began.aspx Researchers into the history of child health have used Northampton General Hospital's (NGH) archives to uncover new detail into the origins of English paediatric hospital care. Tue, 16 Sep 2025 10:45:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Historians-uncover-new-evidence-in-NGH-archives-to-rewrite-the-story-of-how-hospital-paediatric-care-began.aspx NGH Archive Paediatric historical Child Health Children Child Research https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Specialist-NGH-nurse-on-trip-to-support-healthcare-in-West-Africa.aspx A Rheumatology Nurse Specialist at Northampton General Hospital is flying to in the Republic of Ghana to support vital healthcare and education. Tue, 16 Sep 2025 10:35:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Specialist-NGH-nurse-on-trip-to-support-healthcare-in-West-Africa.aspx Nurse NGH Republic of Ghana healthcare education education https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Research-pilot-helps-local-HIV-and-blood-borne-viral-hepatitis-patients-to-get-support.aspx A research study carried out at both Kettering and Northampton general hospitals has helped 183 local people living with HIV and blood-borne viral Hepatitis B/C access medical support and treatment. Mon, 08 Sep 2025 09:50:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Research-pilot-helps-local-HIV-and-blood-borne-viral-hepatitis-patients-to-get-support.aspx HIV Hepatitis B Hepatitis C blood-borne virus NGH KGH Northamptonshire Research research study medical support testing treatment https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Your-questions-answered-on-cancer-at-KGH-and-NGH-Annual-Meeting.aspx Members of the public are invited to a free health talk on cancer and cancer treatments at the annual meeting of the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire. Fri, 05 Sep 2025 09:21:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Your-questions-answered-on-cancer-at-KGH-and-NGH-Annual-Meeting.aspx UHN free health talk Cancer cancer treatments annual meeting AMM https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/High-tech-laser-prostate-reduction-operations-now-being-delivered-in-Northants-as-a-day-case.aspx A state-of-the-art laser prostate reduction operation is now being successfully delivered in the county as a day case procedure. Tue, 02 Sep 2025 09:40:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/High-tech-laser-prostate-reduction-operations-now-being-delivered-in-Northants-as-a-day-case.aspx operation State-of-the-art prostate reduction procedure laser treatment NGH Northamptonshire https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-General-unveils-major-plans-to-improve-emergency-care-experience.aspx Plans to build a major new Emergency Department Entrance and Urgent Treatment Centre at Northampton General Hospital (NGH) have been unveiled today (DATE). Tue, 19 Aug 2025 10:45:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-General-unveils-major-plans-to-improve-emergency-care-experience.aspx Emergency Department ED A&E Accident and Emergency urgent urgent care Building news building works development https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Two-NGH-nurses-and-an-advanced-clinical-practitioner-receive-awards-for-outstanding-care.aspx Two nurses and an advanced clinical practitioner from Northampton General Hospital have all received DAISY Awards for the outstanding care they have delivered. Fri, 15 Aug 2025 09:54:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Two-NGH-nurses-and-an-advanced-clinical-practitioner-receive-awards-for-outstanding-care.aspx NGH Daisy Daisy awards Recognition thank you celebrating our people staff celebration nominate nomination news people UHN https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/CQC-report-on-our-emergency-department-and-medical-services.aspx NGH response to the CQC inspection report into emergency dept and medical wards. An open letter from the chief nurse and medical director. Wed, 13 Aug 2025 10:49:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/CQC-report-on-our-emergency-department-and-medical-services.aspx inspection CQC Emergency Department Medical safety care privacy https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-hospital-chaplain-retires-after-28-years-of-dedicated-service.aspx The chaplain at Northampton General Hospital is retiring after 28 years of dedicated service and thousands of interactions with patients and staff. Wed, 30 Jul 2025 16:36:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-hospital-chaplain-retires-after-28-years-of-dedicated-service.aspx retirement chaplain NGH Celebration thank you dedicated service excellence https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Shine-a-light-on-a-local-NHS-hero-at-the-2025-UHN-Excellence-Awards.aspx Nominations for the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) annual staff excellence awards are now open and Kettering General and Northampton General Hospitals are asking the local community to take a moment to shine a light on their local health heroes. Tue, 22 Jul 2025 17:20:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Shine-a-light-on-a-local-NHS-hero-at-the-2025-UHN-Excellence-Awards.aspx health heroes Awards Excellence awards thank you Recognition thanks KGH NGH UHN Celebration recognise nominate nomination https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/KGH-and-NGH-have-both-achieved-a-national-award-for-the-way-they-support-the-armed-forces'-community.aspx Kettering and Northampton general hospitals have both achieved a national recognition award for the way they support service and ex-service personnel. Mon, 21 Jul 2025 11:59:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/KGH-and-NGH-have-both-achieved-a-national-award-for-the-way-they-support-the-armed-forces'-community.aspx veterans veteran armed forces defence reserve forces Cadets reservists military spouses civil partners service personnel cadet force adult volunteers news support armed forces community champions award national https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Patient-praises-head-and-neck-cancer-support-from-NGH.aspx A cancer patient has praised the outstanding support she has received from Northampton General Hospital's head and neck cancer service. Mon, 07 Jul 2025 10:05:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Patient-praises-head-and-neck-cancer-support-from-NGH.aspx Cancer patient thank you support outstanding care NGH head and neck cancer Head and Neck https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/ROSE-Awards-for-amazing-work-at-NGH.aspx Two healthcare assistants and a radiographer have received ROSE Awards at Northampton General Hospital for their outstanding care. Thu, 03 Jul 2025 10:16:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/ROSE-Awards-for-amazing-work-at-NGH.aspx rose awards Awards patients care outstanding NGH Healthcare Assistants Radiographer https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-and-KGH-gain-Investing-in-Volunteers-accreditation.aspx The Volunteers Service at the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) has been awarded a prestigious 'Investing in Volunteers' accreditation. Mon, 30 Jun 2025 11:28:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-and-KGH-gain-Investing-in-Volunteers-accreditation.aspx NGH KGH UHN volunteers Volunteering accreditation award recognised investing https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Why-you'll-see-more-staff-using-phones-and-iPads-at-NGH-from-this-weekend.aspx Northampton General Hospital (NGH) will go live with a brand-new Electronic Patient Record (EPR) system on June 28 marking a major step forward in modernising patient care. Thu, 26 Jun 2025 10:31:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Why-you'll-see-more-staff-using-phones-and-iPads-at-NGH-from-this-weekend.aspx NGH EPR electronic record electronic patient records 2025 june news medical records ipad phone https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/The-UHN-neonatal-teams-want-to-hear-from-you-at-their-latest-listening-events-for-new-parents.aspx Parents of babies admitted to the neonatal wards at Northampton General Hospital (NGH) or Kettering General Hospital (KGH) since Summer 2024 are invited to attend upcoming listening events. These sessions offer a chance to share experiences and provide feedback on neonatal care. The NGH event will be held online on 26 June 2025, while the KGH session will take place in person at Kettering Arts Centre on 23 June 2025. Senior neonatal staff, including doctors, matrons, and psychologists, will be present to listen and respond to feedback. All input is anonymous and helps improve services and parent satisfaction. Fri, 20 Jun 2025 15:13:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/The-UHN-neonatal-teams-want-to-hear-from-you-at-their-latest-listening-events-for-new-parents.aspx Neonatal care Parent feedback listening events Northampton general hospital Kettering General Hospital patient experience https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH's-neonatal-ward-awarded-Bliss-Baby-Charter-Gold-Accreditation.aspx Northampton General Hospital's Gosset Ward has been awarded the prestigious Bliss Baby Charter Gold Accreditation, recognising its commitment to providing outstanding family centred care for premature and sick babies. Thu, 19 Jun 2025 10:30:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH's-neonatal-ward-awarded-Bliss-Baby-Charter-Gold-Accreditation.aspx Bliss baby baby neonates Neonatal care Premature 2025 news familg care gold award accreditation Celebration good good news Gosset ward https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Women-urged-to-support-taking-iron-in-pregnancy-research-at-NGH.aspx Northampton General Hospital is encouraging pregnant women to take part in a research trial to find out how valuable taking iron supplements can be during pregnancy. Wed, 11 Jun 2025 15:16:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Women-urged-to-support-taking-iron-in-pregnancy-research-at-NGH.aspx NGH Research Pregnancy Iron supplements patient trial research trial https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Music-Therapy-supports-children-at-KGH-and-NGH.aspx For children receiving care at the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN), a unique therapy is making a profound difference, music therapy. Fri, 06 Jun 2025 10:28:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Music-Therapy-supports-children-at-KGH-and-NGH.aspx Children care patients music therapy music Therapy learn emotions support NGH UHN difference patient care https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-to-launch-New-Electronic-Patient-Record-system.aspx Northampton General Hospital (NGH) will go live with a brand-new Electronic Patient Record (EPR) system on June 28 marking a major step forward in modernising patient care. Tue, 03 Jun 2025 10:08:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-to-launch-New-Electronic-Patient-Record-system.aspx electronic patient record patient patient records data records EPR NGH modernisation patient care https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Ilene-wins-DAISY-Leader-Award-for-her-compassionate-leadership.aspx A Director of Midwifery has won a DAISY Leader Award for the inspirational and compassionate way she has supported the service. Mon, 02 Jun 2025 12:10:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Ilene-wins-DAISY-Leader-Award-for-her-compassionate-leadership.aspx Daisy Awards Recognition Julie Hogg leader award Celebration midwifery Midwife Maternity https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Competition-winning-nurse-shows-the-benefits-of-cutting-caffeine-to-improve-patient-wellbeing.aspx A month-long trial at Northampton General Hospital, which involved switching patients and staff to decaffeinated tea and coffee, has shown promising results for elderly patients. Fri, 16 May 2025 14:45:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Competition-winning-nurse-shows-the-benefits-of-cutting-caffeine-to-improve-patient-wellbeing.aspx NGH trial competition Green Team Wellbeing Elderly patients colleagues results https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/UHN-VE-Day-celebrations-across-UHN.aspx Yesterday we marked the 80th anniversary of VE Day across Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals. Fri, 09 May 2025 16:24:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/UHN-VE-Day-celebrations-across-UHN.aspx VE Day anniversary KGH NGH veterans https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northamptonshire-Local-Resilience-Forum-public-exercise-from-May-12-to-14.aspx Public bodies across Northamptonshire, including police, fire and rescue service, ambulance service, unitary councils, integrated care board and NHS partners, will be working together in May 2025 to test major incident plans. Fri, 09 May 2025 09:32:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northamptonshire-Local-Resilience-Forum-public-exercise-from-May-12-to-14.aspx major incident plans public bodies Northamptonshire testing Planning Local Resilience Forum https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Great-work-of-Northants-midwives-spotlighted-at-major-2025-conference.aspx The amazing ways local midwives support women, babies and their families, was showcased at a conference held to celebrate the International Day of the Midwife. Thu, 08 May 2025 15:02:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Great-work-of-Northants-midwives-spotlighted-at-major-2025-conference.aspx midwives midwifery Celebration conference international day of the midwife thank you showcase UHN NGH KGH Northampton https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/University-Hospitals-of-Northamptonshire-launch-pioneering-Focal-Therapy-Service-for-prostate-cancer.aspx University Hospitals of Northamptonshire launch pioneering Focal Therapy Service for prostate cancer. Thu, 24 Apr 2025 09:08:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/University-Hospitals-of-Northamptonshire-launch-pioneering-Focal-Therapy-Service-for-prostate-cancer.aspx UNH pioneering Cancer prostate cancer treatment Focal Therapy Service Northampton care support https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Plan-to-improve-county-mortuary-services-explained.aspx The University Hospitals of Northamptonshire is working with West Northamptonshire Council to deliver better mortuary facilities for bereaved families in Northamptonshire. Thu, 10 Apr 2025 14:28:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Plan-to-improve-county-mortuary-services-explained.aspx Mortuary https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-student-nurse-midwife-and-team-receive-awards-for-outstanding-care-and-support.aspx A student nurse, student midwife and night-duty team at Northampton General Hospital have received DAISY awards for outstanding care and support. Mon, 07 Apr 2025 10:54:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-student-nurse-midwife-and-team-receive-awards-for-outstanding-care-and-support.aspx DAISY Award Awards NGH Northampton care patients patient care support outstanding Nurse student nurse Midwife student midwife night-duty team https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-nurses-receive-awards-for-outstanding-care.aspx Three nurses from Northampton General Hospital have all received DAISY Awards for the care they have delivered. Thu, 03 Apr 2025 10:21:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-nurses-receive-awards-for-outstanding-care.aspx Nurse DAISY Award award Recognition thank you care compassion https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-is-now-nationally-accredited-to-deliver-a-high-level-of-endometriosis-care.aspx Northampton General Hospital has been approved as a top regional centre for the treatment of endometriosis. Tue, 01 Apr 2025 15:41:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-is-now-nationally-accredited-to-deliver-a-high-level-of-endometriosis-care.aspx NGH Endometriosis treatment top regional centre approved gynaecological https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH's-Organ-and-Tissue-Donation-Committee-wins-national-award.aspx Northampton General Hospital's Organ and Tissue Donation Committee has won a national award for its outstanding work promoting and educating people about the importance of donation. Mon, 31 Mar 2025 15:03:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH's-Organ-and-Tissue-Donation-Committee-wins-national-award.aspx NGH Northampton organ donation Organ and Tissue Donation award national award outstanding education donation https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/ROSE-Awards-for-colleagues-who-are-kind-and-compassionate.aspx Hard-working, kind, compassionate, and dedicated staff who support their patients, and their colleagues, in outstanding ways have received ROSE Awards from Northampton General Hospital. Mon, 10 Mar 2025 15:36:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/ROSE-Awards-for-colleagues-who-are-kind-and-compassionate.aspx rose awards Awards Recognition thank you support patients colleagues NGH staff dedication compassionate kind hard-working https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Covid-Day-of-Reflection-2025.aspx This year marks five years since the beginning of the Covid pandemic. The Covid Day of Reflection is an opportunity to come together to remember those who lost their lives since the pandemic began and to honour the work and acts of kindness shown during this time. Fri, 07 Mar 2025 15:12:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Covid-Day-of-Reflection-2025.aspx COVID reflection 2025 pandemic covid day of reflection chaplaincy. pastoral support reflect Coronavirus https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Extended-visiting-hours-during-Ramadan.aspx Extended visiting hours during Ramadan Wed, 05 Mar 2025 10:45:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Extended-visiting-hours-during-Ramadan.aspx Visiting times extended https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Kings-Heath-Community-Diagnostic-Centre-officially-opens-its-doors.aspx We are thrilled to announce that the new Community Diagnostic Centre, located adjacent to the Kings Heath General Practice in Northampton, has officially opened its doors! Mon, 03 Mar 2025 14:24:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Kings-Heath-Community-Diagnostic-Centre-officially-opens-its-doors.aspx CDC community diagnostic centre kings heath diagnostic centre GP 2025 https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Historians-restore-name-to-pioneering-1779-case-report-of-child-amputation-at-NGH.aspx Researchers into the history of paediatrics and child health have named what is believed to be the first child in England to have an amputation through the hip joint. Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:44:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Historians-restore-name-to-pioneering-1779-case-report-of-child-amputation-at-NGH.aspx NGH History Amputation paediatrics Dr William Kerr operation patient Northampton Infirmary https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/New-generation-of-tiny-leadless-pacemakers-fitted-at-NGH.aspx Northampton General Hospital has become one of the first hospitals in the UK to fit 28 new generation leadless pacemakers for cardiac patients in its first year of operation. Thu, 20 Feb 2025 10:31:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/New-generation-of-tiny-leadless-pacemakers-fitted-at-NGH.aspx Pacemaker Cardiac NGH Northampton operations patients leadless pacemaker https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/New-cancer-support-centre-in-Northampton-'tops-out'.aspx A new cancer support centre in Northampton has celebrated its 'topping out' - a traditional ceremony to mark the completion of the highest part of the building. Tue, 18 Feb 2025 10:26:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/New-cancer-support-centre-in-Northampton-'tops-out'.aspx Maggie's Centre Cancer Cancer Support NGH Northampton support services patients https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-delivers-20m-of-works-to-reduce-its-carbon-footprint.aspx Northampton General Hospital has delivered £20 million of major energy improvement works to reduce its carbon footprint. Tue, 04 Feb 2025 17:01:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-delivers-20m-of-works-to-reduce-its-carbon-footprint.aspx energy carbon footprint Sustainability NGH government improvement estates facilities estate https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Immunisation-nurse-receives-DAISY-leadership-award.aspx An immunisation nurse at Northampton General Hospital has won a DAISY leader award for the way she has led her team and boosted the uptake of vital vaccinations. Tue, 14 Jan 2025 16:41:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Immunisation-nurse-receives-DAISY-leadership-award.aspx immunisation nurse NGH Daisy Leader Award Awards vaccinations Babies https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Two-nurses-and-a-midwife-receive-DAISY-Awards-for-the-way-they-support-patients-and-families.aspx Two nurses and a midwife from Northampton General Hospital have received DAISY Awards for the way they have supported patients and families with difficult issues. Thu, 19 Dec 2024 10:15:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Two-nurses-and-a-midwife-receive-DAISY-Awards-for-the-way-they-support-patients-and-families.aspx Daisy Awards support patients families Nurse Midwife NGH https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Stay-at-home-to-treat-Winter-vomiting-illness.aspx Health leaders are urging local people not to attend A&E or other healthcare settings – or visit relatives in hospitals – if they have, or have very recently had, the Winter vomiting and diarrhoea bug norovirus. Wed, 18 Dec 2024 17:10:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Stay-at-home-to-treat-Winter-vomiting-illness.aspx norovirus sickness sick vomit vomiting Stomach bug diarrohea council west Northamptonshire Council winter 2024 stay home advice winter vomiting bug https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/ROSE-Awards-for-outstanding-therapist-healthcare-assistant-and-plaster-technician.aspx A healthcare assistant, trainee plaster technician, and a physiotherapist have won Northampton General Hospital ROSE Awards in recognition of their focus to create outstanding care for patients and support for their colleagues. Mon, 16 Dec 2024 11:16:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/ROSE-Awards-for-outstanding-therapist-healthcare-assistant-and-plaster-technician.aspx NGH Northampton rose awards Awards Recognition outstanding care care patients support https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Hand-therapy-team-'highly-commended'-in-national-health-awards.aspx Two therapists from Northampton General Hospital have won a highly commended placing in a national award for a new way of supporting patients that also cuts carbon emissions. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 10:54:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Hand-therapy-team-'highly-commended'-in-national-health-awards.aspx HSJ award therapists highly commended Hand Therapy NGH national award patients support environment https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-achieves-a-green-award-for-its-commitment-to-sustainability.aspx Northampton General Hospital has achieved a Green Accreditation with the national Investors in the Environment (iiE) scheme for the way it is working to reduce its carbon emissions and waste. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 10:43:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-achieves-a-green-award-for-its-commitment-to-sustainability.aspx Green Accreditation environment green Investors carbon emission waste NGH https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/HIV-and-hepatitis-screening-pilot-to-launch-at-NGH.aspx Patients attending the Emergency Department at Northampton General Hospital will soon be offered opt-out testing for blood-borne viruses, whilst supporting important research. Fri, 29 Nov 2024 11:05:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/HIV-and-hepatitis-screening-pilot-to-launch-at-NGH.aspx blood testing HIV hepatitis blood-borne virus virus NGH UHN Research A&E Northamptonshire https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Bowel-cancer-screening-programme-expanded-in-Northamptonshire-to-over-50s.aspx A bowel cancer screening programme that helps detect cancers and pre-cancerous growths has now been extended to patients over 50 in Northamptonshire. Thu, 28 Nov 2024 09:55:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Bowel-cancer-screening-programme-expanded-in-Northamptonshire-to-over-50s.aspx bowel cancer screening programme screening Cancer patients Northamptonshire https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Get-your-RSV-vaccination-and-protect-yourself-and-your-unborn-baby.aspx A vaccination to protect newborn babies against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is now being offered to pregnant women by the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN). Thu, 21 Nov 2024 14:14:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Get-your-RSV-vaccination-and-protect-yourself-and-your-unborn-baby.aspx RSV Babies newborn Respiratory Vaccine vaccination baby Maternity immunisation vaccinated new baby pregnant Pregnancy women https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/HRH-The-Duke-of-Gloucester-KG-GCVO-officially-unveils-Organ-and-Tissue-Donation-Memorial-Sculpture-at-NGH.aspx His Royal Highness, The Duke of Gloucester KG GCVO, officially unveiled Northampton General Hospital's Organ and Tissue Donation Memorial this week (Wednesday 30 October 2024). Fri, 01 Nov 2024 12:30:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/HRH-The-Duke-of-Gloucester-KG-GCVO-officially-unveils-Organ-and-Tissue-Donation-Memorial-Sculpture-at-NGH.aspx His Royal Highness HRH visit memorial sculpture donation organ donation Organ and Tissue Donation NGH https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Our-amazing-Samuel-wins-international-Pathway-Nurse-of-the-Year-Award.aspx A healthcare assistant who has become a qualified nurse and has led important empowering collaborative work at Northampton General Hospital has become the first nurse from outside America to win a prestigious international award. Fri, 01 Nov 2024 11:59:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Our-amazing-Samuel-wins-international-Pathway-Nurse-of-the-Year-Award.aspx NGH international international award award winning Pathway to Excellence collaborative Nurse healthcare assistant https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/UHN-Excellence-Awards-celebrate-the-incredible-work-of-NHS-staff-volunteers-and-fundraisers.aspx In celebration of the fantastic staff, volunteers and fundraisers the annual UHN Excellence Awards were hosted on Thursday 26 September 2024 Thu, 03 Oct 2024 16:20:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/UHN-Excellence-Awards-celebrate-the-incredible-work-of-NHS-staff-volunteers-and-fundraisers.aspx Awards Recognition celebrate Celebration award ceremony staff thank you thanks say thanks winner winners nominees shortlist https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Welcome-to-Laura-Churchward-new-UHN-Chief-Executive.aspx We are delighted to welcome Laura Churchward to UHN today (1 Oct) as our new Chief Executive. Tue, 01 Oct 2024 13:59:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Welcome-to-Laura-Churchward-new-UHN-Chief-Executive.aspx Laura Churchward Laura CEO chief executive board Board members news 2024 appointment https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-nurse-receive-award-for-outstanding-compassionate-care.aspx A clinical nurse specialist from Northampton General Hospital has received a DAISY Awards for her outstanding compassionate care. Fri, 27 Sep 2024 15:16:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-nurse-receive-award-for-outstanding-compassionate-care.aspx Nurse NGH Clinical Daisy Awards care compassionate nursing Northampton DAISY Award outstanding https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Armed-Forces-Community-Information-Event.aspx Northampton General Hospital (NGH) is working with local partners to bring together a day of information and support to the local armed forces community. Tue, 17 Sep 2024 16:15:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Armed-Forces-Community-Information-Event.aspx armed forces defence medical welfare service DMWS Northampton Northampton general hospital information support community charities veterans https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Maternity-Roadshow-at-NGH-planned-for-October-12.aspx A second Northampton General Hospital Maternity Roadshow is being held in October following a successful one in April. Mon, 16 Sep 2024 15:52:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Maternity-Roadshow-at-NGH-planned-for-October-12.aspx Maternity baby roadshow hospital maternity roadshow Event new parents midwifery midwives Babies https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Sign-up-and-emphasise-your-commitment-to-organ-donation-during-national-awareness-week.aspx MEMBERS of the Organ and Tissue Donation Committees at Kettering and Northampton general hospitals are emphasising the importance of confirming your decision to donate during the national awareness week. Fri, 13 Sep 2024 09:36:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Sign-up-and-emphasise-your-commitment-to-organ-donation-during-national-awareness-week.aspx organ donation donation NGH KGH Northamptonshire important decision awareness tissue organ donate https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Two-nurses-receive-DAISY-Awards-for-the-way-they-support-patients-and-families.aspx Two nurses from Northampton General Hospital have received DAISY Awards for the way they have supported patients and families with difficult issues. Wed, 11 Sep 2024 15:25:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Two-nurses-receive-DAISY-Awards-for-the-way-they-support-patients-and-families.aspx NGH Awards Daisy Northampton Recognition nursing nurses Nurse patients families compassion thank you DAISY Award https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/University-Hospitals-of-Northamptonshire-invite-public-to-attend-annual-meeting.aspx Find out how your local hospitals are performing and their plans for the future at our annual public meeting. Tue, 10 Sep 2024 13:04:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/University-Hospitals-of-Northamptonshire-invite-public-to-attend-annual-meeting.aspx NGH KGH UHN Northamptonshire Hospitals public meeting collaboration plans future annual public meeting experience Performance patient care https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Corby-Community-Diagnostic-Centre-building-has-arrived.aspx Last week, the new local NHS Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) building took shape rapidly with modules craned into place over 5 days. Tue, 03 Sep 2024 15:18:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Corby-Community-Diagnostic-Centre-building-has-arrived.aspx CDC community diagnostic centre tests MRI Scans corby KGH UHN NGH news buildings Building build Willowbrook Health willowbrook Willow brook https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Ward-manager-and-baby-screening-and-immunisation-team-get-DAISY-Awards.aspx A caring, kind, and inspirational ward manager, and an outstanding team that supports mothers and their babies with sensitive screening tests, have received DAISY Awards at Northampton General Hospital. Mon, 02 Sep 2024 10:36:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Ward-manager-and-baby-screening-and-immunisation-team-get-DAISY-Awards.aspx Daisy Recognition Awards celebrate Celebration staff thank you https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/New-community-support-group-for-families-who-have-had-sick-and-premature-babies.aspx Additional specialist support for families who have been through the difficulties of having sick and premature babies is now being delivered in Northamptonshire's acute hospitals and in the community. Thu, 29 Aug 2024 09:51:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/New-community-support-group-for-families-who-have-had-sick-and-premature-babies.aspx Babies Neonatal psychology support Maternity midwifery Midwife baby help supporting sick babies neonatal Clinical Psychologist https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-colleagues-recognised-with-new-neonatal-awards.aspx Colleagues at Northampton General Hospital have been presented with Recognising Excellence in Neonatal Services (RENS) awards from the East Midlands Neonatal Operational Delivery Network (EMNODN). Tue, 27 Aug 2024 13:45:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-colleagues-recognised-with-new-neonatal-awards.aspx RENS Neonatal Awards Celebration Recognition recognise celebrate thank you staff colleague East Midlands Neonatal Operational Delivery Network EMNODN https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Health-staff-serving-Northants-hospitals-shortlisted-for-diversity-awards.aspx Six individuals and two teams serving the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) have been shortlisted for national diversity and inclusion awards. Fri, 16 Aug 2024 11:23:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Health-staff-serving-Northants-hospitals-shortlisted-for-diversity-awards.aspx Awards NGH KGH UHN BAME shortlisted Diversity Inclusion Hospitals Northamptonshire Health & Care https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Hand-therapy-team-in-HSJ-Award-finals-for-improving-patient-care-and-cutting-carbon-emissions.aspx Two therapists from Northampton General Hospital have been shortlisted for a national award for a new way of supporting patients that also cuts carbon emissions. Mon, 12 Aug 2024 14:17:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Hand-therapy-team-in-HSJ-Award-finals-for-improving-patient-care-and-cutting-carbon-emissions.aspx Awards carbon emissions Celebration Hand Hand Therapy therapists https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northamptonshire-Local-Resilience-Forum-Joint-Statement.aspx The Northamptonshire Local Resilience Forum (LRF), which brings together emergency services, local authority, NHS and other partners to plan and prepare for localised incidents and emergencies, has issued a joint message thanking communities for their support and solidarity during the events of recent days. Fri, 09 Aug 2024 16:32:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northamptonshire-Local-Resilience-Forum-Joint-Statement.aspx LRF resilience forum civil unrest partner organisations Northamptonshire https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH's-eye-department-celebrates-its-100th-anniversary.aspx Northampton General Hospital's Eye Department – Singlehurst Ward – celebrated its 100th anniversary today (Friday, July 26). Fri, 26 Jul 2024 16:11:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH's-eye-department-celebrates-its-100th-anniversary.aspx Singlehurst ward Eye eye department History Archive 100th 100 centenary Celebration Thomas Singlehurst Singlehurst news 2024 https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-General-Hospital-signs-EPR-contract-with-Nervecentre.aspx Northampton General Hospital has signed a ten-year contract with Nervecentre to implement its Electronic Patient Record (EPR) system. Mon, 22 Jul 2024 17:01:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-General-Hospital-signs-EPR-contract-with-Nervecentre.aspx Nervecentre NGH signed contract digital digitisation EPR electronic patient record https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Three-University-Hospitals-of-Northamptonshire-team-members-win-national-digital-awards.aspx Three members of the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) Digital team have won their categories in the national Digital Health Networks awards. Mon, 22 Jul 2024 15:36:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Three-University-Hospitals-of-Northamptonshire-team-members-win-national-digital-awards.aspx UHN Awards digital health Northamptonshire winners https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Kings-Heath-Community-Diagnostic-Centre-building-has-arrived.aspx Last weekend, the residents of Kings Heath in Northampton, watched as the new local NHS Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) building arrived. Fri, 19 Jul 2024 14:06:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Kings-Heath-Community-Diagnostic-Centre-building-has-arrived.aspx news buildings CDC MRI CT community diagnositcs centre Scan patients developments modular crane kings heath corby NHS https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/University-Hospitals-of-Northamptonshire-team-members-in-national-digital-awards.aspx Three members of staff at the UHN – which run KGH and NGH – are in the finals for Digital Health Networks national awards. Tue, 16 Jul 2024 15:27:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/University-Hospitals-of-Northamptonshire-team-members-in-national-digital-awards.aspx digital Awards Recognition award recognise celebrate Celebration IT information technology https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Cancer-Charity-Maggie's-starts-work-on-new-Northampton-support-centre.aspx National cancer support charity Maggie's has started work on a new purpose-built support centre to provide expert care to people living with cancer from across the Northamptonshire area. The centre, designed by renowned architect Stephen Marshall Architects, with a garden from landscaper Arne Maynard, is being built in the grounds of Northampton General Hospital. Maggie's plans to open the centre and be offering free expert psychological, emotional and practical support to people with cancer, as well as family and friends, by the end of 2025. Wed, 10 Jul 2024 12:41:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Cancer-Charity-Maggie's-starts-work-on-new-Northampton-support-centre.aspx new building Cancer Services Cancer Support Maggie's charity https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-nurse-wins-a-national-award-for-the-way-she-has-worked-with-patients-carers-and-hospital-teams-to-improve-dementia-care.aspx The way an NGH nurse has worked alongside hospital staff to improve dementia care by listening to patients and carers has won a national award. Fri, 28 Jun 2024 09:47:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-nurse-wins-a-national-award-for-the-way-she-has-worked-with-patients-carers-and-hospital-teams-to-improve-dementia-care.aspx news award winner dementia Dementia Care PPI Celebration Recognition celebrating colleagues carers national award https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Trusts-appoint-new-Group-Chair.aspx University Hospitals of Northamptonshire NHS Group (UHN) and University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust (UHL) have appointed Andrew Moore as their new Group Chair. Tue, 25 Jun 2024 12:00:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Trusts-appoint-new-Group-Chair.aspx Chair appointment UHN UHL University Hospitals of Northampton recruitment organisation structure University Hospitals Leicester https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/ROSE-Awards-for-colleagues-who-are-kind-compassionate-and-respectful.aspx Hard-working, kind, compassionate, and dedicated staff who support their patients, and their colleagues, in outstanding ways have received ROSE Awards from Northampton General Hospital. Wed, 19 Jun 2024 11:19:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/ROSE-Awards-for-colleagues-who-are-kind-compassionate-and-respectful.aspx rose awards award NGH compassion hard work dedicated patients colleagues outstanding care kind thank you Celebration https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NHS-colleagues-volunteers-and-fundraisers-to-be-honoured-at-our-Excellence-Awards.aspx Nominations are now open for our annual Excellence Awards celebrating the achievements of our amazing colleagues, volunteers and fundraisers. Tue, 18 Jun 2024 13:14:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NHS-colleagues-volunteers-and-fundraisers-to-be-honoured-at-our-Excellence-Awards.aspx award Awards Recognition celebrate recognise thank you staff colleague experience volunteers Celebration award nomination nominate nomination thank staff recognition achieve achievements Northamptonshire Health Charity https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Stroke-physiotherapist-gets-ROSE-Award-for-his-amazing-impact-on-people's-lives.aspx A stroke physiotherapist has received a ROSE Award from Northampton General Hospital recognising his amazing contribution to the care of stroke patients and their families. Fri, 31 May 2024 10:53:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Stroke-physiotherapist-gets-ROSE-Award-for-his-amazing-impact-on-people's-lives.aspx news ROSE Awards rose awards celeebration celebrate Recognition thank you award AHP https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Meet-our-DAISY-award-winners-for-May-2024.aspx Nurses and midwives from Northampton General Hospital have received DAISY Awards for the way they have cared for patients and their families. Tue, 28 May 2024 15:25:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Meet-our-DAISY-award-winners-for-May-2024.aspx Daisy Awards Celebration Recognition award Nurse Midwife midwives recognition scheme celebrate thank you nominate https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/New-Chief-Executive-appointed-for-University-Hospitals-of-Northamptonshire.aspx University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) are pleased to announce that Laura Churchward has been appointed as the new UHN Chief Executive and will join the organisation in Autumn 2024. Tue, 14 May 2024 12:05:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/New-Chief-Executive-appointed-for-University-Hospitals-of-Northamptonshire.aspx UHN university hospitals of northamptonshire news CEO chief executive group autumn 2024 Board members appointments organisational announcement Laura Churchward https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Celebrating-our-first-Allied-Health-Professionals-preceptors.aspx Last week, University Hospitals of Northamptonshire celebrated the very first cohort of Allied Health Professionals (AHP) preceptors at Northampton General Hospital (NGH) with a graduation ceremony at the hospital. Mon, 13 May 2024 17:29:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Celebrating-our-first-Allied-Health-Professionals-preceptors.aspx AHP allied health professionals graduation Celebration ceremony https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Nurse-from-Northampton-General-Hospital-honoured-with-Unsung-Hero-award-for-her-work-in-Children's-cancer-services.aspx A nurse from Northampton General has been recognised with a national award from the Children's Cancer and Leukaemia Group for how she inspires her team. Mon, 13 May 2024 11:14:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Nurse-from-Northampton-General-Hospital-honoured-with-Unsung-Hero-award-for-her-work-in-Children's-cancer-services.aspx Nurse news Paediatric Oncology Cancer award win Celebration Recognition recognise gemma stockton leukaemia paediatrics nursing stories https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Re-imagining-Planned-Care-together.aspx This year we are looking to change and improve our planned care services throughout Northamptonshire through the Re-imagining Planned Care Programme. Wed, 01 May 2024 09:19:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Re-imagining-Planned-Care-together.aspx planned care transformation QI care Northamptonshire services elective care patients carers community experience improvement outcomes outpatient https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Celebrating-hospital-colleagues-who-have-devoted-their-lives-to-serving-the-NHS-and-their-local-communities.aspx Northampton and Kettering General hospitals have celebrated the long service of colleagues who have worked for the NHS for a combined total of 5,570 years. Events at Northampton General Hospital and Kettering General Hospital, celebrated colleagues marking 25, 30, 35, 40, 45 and 50 years of continuous service in the NHS. Mon, 29 Apr 2024 14:23:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Celebrating-hospital-colleagues-who-have-devoted-their-lives-to-serving-the-NHS-and-their-local-communities.aspx Celebration of service staff recognition long service NHS service Celebration Awards celebrate recognise Recognition staff https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Wednesday-24-April-Maintenance-to-our-online-booking-system.aspx Due to planned maintenance work to our online booking system, you may experience some issues booking an appointment online between 9 and 10 am on Wednesday 24 April. Tue, 23 Apr 2024 19:10:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Wednesday-24-April-Maintenance-to-our-online-booking-system.aspx online booking system 24 April 2024 appointments news maintenance https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/New-generation-of-miniature-leadless-pacemakers-now-being-fitted-at-NGH.aspx Northampton General Hospital has become the first hospital in the UK to start to fit a new generation of leadless pacemakers. Mon, 22 Apr 2024 10:31:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/New-generation-of-miniature-leadless-pacemakers-now-being-fitted-at-NGH.aspx NGH Pacemaker leafless Heart Cardiac cardiology Heart Centre hearts UK first news medtronic https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-nurse-receive-awards-for-his-outstanding-compassionate-care.aspx A paediatric nurse from Northampton General Hospital has received a DAISY Award for the outstanding compassionate care and support he provided for a father with a sick baby son. Tue, 16 Apr 2024 10:16:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-nurse-receive-awards-for-his-outstanding-compassionate-care.aspx DAISY Award award NGH care Nurse Paediatric outstanding compassionate support baby sick father Family https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Maternity-Roadshow-at-NGH-planned-for-April-20.aspx A Maternity Roadshow is being hosted by Northampton General Hospital to help parents-to-be to prepare for their big day and subsequently care for their baby. Tue, 09 Apr 2024 12:06:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Maternity-Roadshow-at-NGH-planned-for-April-20.aspx NGH hospital Maternity baby parents birth care midwives roadshow https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-restaurant-worker-wins-her-category-in-national-2024-Unsung-Hero-Awards.aspx Alana Ricketts, who works as a Restaurant Food Service Assistant, was named as the winner of the award's Estates and Ancillary Individual category. Thu, 04 Apr 2024 14:13:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-restaurant-worker-wins-her-category-in-national-2024-Unsung-Hero-Awards.aspx Awards unsung hero awards celebrate winner https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-Maternity-Bereavement-Team-win-Special-Recognition-Award.aspx Bereavement Midwives, Rachel Surl and Rachael Moss, and Maternity Bereavement Support Worker, Jane Reader, received the award – a joint second place – for the Bereavement Team of the Year Award by the Mariposa Trust. Thu, 28 Mar 2024 15:55:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-Maternity-Bereavement-Team-win-Special-Recognition-Award.aspx news updates Bereavement maternity bereavement Recognition award https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH's-new-ROSE-Awards-let-you-say-thank-you.aspx Northampton General Hospital has held its first ever ROSE Awards recognising staff who have been nominated by patients, families or colleagues for their outstanding kindness and support. Fri, 22 Mar 2024 14:24:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH's-new-ROSE-Awards-let-you-say-thank-you.aspx Awards patients care Recognition thank you ROSE NGH families colleagues outstanding kindness support https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Trusts'-Chair-John-MacDonald-announces-retirement-plans-after-35-years'-NHS-service.aspx John MacDonald, joint Chair of the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust (UHL) and the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire NHS Group (UHN), has today, Thursday March 14th, announced his plans to retire after a health service career spanning 35 years. Thu, 14 Mar 2024 09:34:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Trusts'-Chair-John-MacDonald-announces-retirement-plans-after-35-years'-NHS-service.aspx Chair UHN retirement NGH Northampton Hospitals board https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Celebrations-for-two-finalists-in-the-Unsung-Hero-Awards.aspx Colleagues at Northampton General Hospital have been shortlisted for two national Unsung Hero Awards, which celebrate the contributions made by non-medical, non-clinical NHS staff and volunteers. Mon, 11 Mar 2024 17:08:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Celebrations-for-two-finalists-in-the-Unsung-Hero-Awards.aspx NGH award unsung hero unsung hero awards Recognition Celebration Non-Clinical news https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Families-of-sick-and-premature-babies-get-new-overnight-stay-rooms-at-NGH-thanks-to-community-fundraising.aspx A community fundraising appeal has raised an amazing £100,000 towards a new accommodation block at Northampton General Hospital for the families of sick and premature babies. Thu, 07 Mar 2024 17:45:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Families-of-sick-and-premature-babies-get-new-overnight-stay-rooms-at-NGH-thanks-to-community-fundraising.aspx Gosset ward neonates Neonatal fundraising hospital charity Charity baby Babies Family parent room parents family rooms hotel overnight onsite accomodation https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Automatic-Number-Plate-Recognition-ANPR-system-at-NGH.aspx A new car parking system is coming into effect at Northampton General Hospital from 11th March. The new Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) system means that visitors will only pay for the time they have stayed on the hospital site. Fri, 01 Mar 2024 16:17:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Automatic-Number-Plate-Recognition-ANPR-system-at-NGH.aspx NGH Northampton parking ANPR site Hospital site transport visiting patient Visitors https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-Maternity-Bereavement-Team-shortlisted-for-awards.aspx The maternity bereavement team from Northampton General Hospital has been nominated for two awards by grateful families. Thu, 29 Feb 2024 09:48:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-Maternity-Bereavement-Team-shortlisted-for-awards.aspx Maternity midwives Bereavement families award NGH Northampton https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/County-hospitals-are-helping-trailblaze-NHS-plans-to-listen-to-concerns-about-patients.aspx Trailblazing schemes at both Northampton and Kettering general hospital support a new NHS plan to listen more carefully to the families of sick patients. Wed, 28 Feb 2024 09:39:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/County-hospitals-are-helping-trailblaze-NHS-plans-to-listen-to-concerns-about-patients.aspx patients NHS NGH Northampton care families listening Martha’s Rule Call4Concern© concern https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/New-Chief-Digital-Information-Officer-for-provider-collaborative.aspx A new Chief Digital Information Officer has been appointed to provide world-class digital services across both University Hospitals of Northamptonshire NHS Group and University Hospitals Leicester NHS Trust. Wed, 21 Feb 2024 12:13:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/New-Chief-Digital-Information-Officer-for-provider-collaborative.aspx Chief Digital Information Officer CDIO digital UHL leicester UHN university hospitals of northamptonshire IT digital officer digital services https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Junior-doctors'-strikes-to-seriously-impact-NHS-services-in-Northamptonshire.aspx Junior doctors' strikes to seriously impact NHS services in Northamptonshire Wed, 21 Feb 2024 10:57:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Junior-doctors'-strikes-to-seriously-impact-NHS-services-in-Northamptonshire.aspx news Junior Doctor 2024 Industrial action strike action strikes https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-uses-3D-printer-to-create-amazing-mask-to-help-treat-skin-cancers.aspx Specialists at Northampton General Hospital are using a 3D printer to create special masks to target skin cancers without the need for surgery. Mon, 12 Feb 2024 15:25:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-uses-3D-printer-to-create-amazing-mask-to-help-treat-skin-cancers.aspx Northampton NGH Cancer Skin Cancer radiotherapy technology 3D mask https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Measles-update-including-maternity-guidance.aspx Measles is a highly infectious viral illness, so anyone with symptoms is advised to stay at home and phone their GP or NHS 111 for advice, rather than visiting a GP surgery or A&E, to prevent the illness spreading further. Thu, 25 Jan 2024 17:13:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Measles-update-including-maternity-guidance.aspx measles MMR Maternity guidance UKHSA virus illness Pregnancy midwifery news 2024 https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/System-Wide-Critical-Incident-Declared.aspx Please help us to help those with the most urgent health needs, by choosing the care most appropriate for your needs. Please only call 999 or go to A&E in life threatening emergencies. Thu, 25 Jan 2024 14:21:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/System-Wide-Critical-Incident-Declared.aspx Emergency critical incident critical incident declared NHS 111 busy winter 2024 https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Cardiac-rehabilitation-at-NGH-expanded-to-support-more-patients.aspx The Cardiac Rehabilitation Team at Northampton General Hospital has been expanded to deliver more post-pandemic support for patients. Wed, 24 Jan 2024 12:52:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Cardiac-rehabilitation-at-NGH-expanded-to-support-more-patients.aspx Cardiac rehab rehabilitation cardiac rehab service cardiology Dryden Heart heart failure exercise community https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Less-than-two-weeks-left-for-eligible-Northamptonshire-residents-to-get-COVID-19-vaccinations.aspx The countdown to stay protected against COVID-19 is on. People across Northamptonshire are being reminded that, if they are eligible and would like to get vaccinated, they only have until Wednesday 31 January. Fri, 19 Jan 2024 16:12:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Less-than-two-weeks-left-for-eligible-Northamptonshire-residents-to-get-COVID-19-vaccinations.aspx Vaccine news COVID-19 jab 2024 northampton Northamptonshire vaccination covid vaccine https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Shaping-the-future-of-young-people's-care-at-NGH.aspx Volunteers from Young Healthwatch and Kate Pye from Deputy Director for Children and Young People's Nursing for NHS England are helping to shape the future of children's and young people's care at Northampton General Hospital. Thu, 18 Jan 2024 17:18:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Shaping-the-future-of-young-people's-care-at-NGH.aspx NGH Northampton General news young young healthwatch NHS England Kate Pye Healthwatch https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-launches-hypnotherapy-support-for-some-patients.aspx A consultant and an operating department practitioner at Northampton General Hospital are introducing hypnotherapy support for some patients. Tue, 16 Jan 2024 14:54:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-launches-hypnotherapy-support-for-some-patients.aspx hypnotherapy service patient support NGH Northamptonshire Pain Management Anxiety stress https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-surgeon-gets-MBE-for-amazing-work-in-Africa.aspx A surgeon at Northampton General Hospital has received an MBE in the King's New Year's Honours List for his services to health in Northern Ghana, Africa. Wed, 03 Jan 2024 10:27:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-surgeon-gets-MBE-for-amazing-work-in-Africa.aspx MBE surgeon rob hicks robert hicks ghana africa award Celebration Recognition Charity healthcare news Carpenter https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-nurses-receive-awards-for-outstanding-compassionate-care.aspx Nurses from Northampton General Hospital have received DAISY Awards for the outstanding compassionate care and support they have provided. Fri, 29 Dec 2023 14:57:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-nurses-receive-awards-for-outstanding-compassionate-care.aspx nurses Daisy award Recognition nursing Nurse Celebration news award presentation staff recognition Feedback https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Waiting-list-text-communication.aspx In December 2023, we will be sending text messages to some adult patients who are waiting for an outpatient appointment, to ask you if you still need a hospital appointment, or if any of your details have changed. Tue, 19 Dec 2023 14:24:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Waiting-list-text-communication.aspx text texts messaging text messages adult outpatients outpatient appointments waiting waiting list https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Junior-doctors'-strikes-to-seriously-impact-NHS-services-in-Northamptonshire.aspx Strike action from junior doctors is expected to have a serious impact on NHS services across Northamptonshire in the run-up to Christmas and into the new year. Mon, 18 Dec 2023 17:14:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Junior-doctors'-strikes-to-seriously-impact-NHS-services-in-Northamptonshire.aspx Junior Doctor strike action strikes Christmas new year 2023 news Industrial action https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-professor-celebrates-overwhelming-success-of-national-safety-guidance-he-helped-produce.aspx A professor of anaesthesia and airway management from Northampton General Hospital has helped produce award-winning guidance to make operations safer for patients. Mon, 18 Dec 2023 12:41:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-professor-celebrates-overwhelming-success-of-national-safety-guidance-he-helped-produce.aspx Chris Frerk Anaesthetics Anaesthesia NGH news national guidance operations safety airway management https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/360000-new-Community-Midwifery-Hub-demonstrates-new-way-parents-to-be-are-being-supported-post-Covid.aspx Northampton General Hospital has opened its fourth Community Maternity Hub creating a network of hubs covering the whole town. Thu, 30 Nov 2023 11:42:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/360000-new-Community-Midwifery-Hub-demonstrates-new-way-parents-to-be-are-being-supported-post-Covid.aspx NGH Northampton general hospital news community Maternity Midwife hub moulton far cotton danetre billing road hubs town maternity care https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-cancer-teams-wins-national-award-for-its-support-for-patients.aspx A team supporting cancer patients at Northampton General has won a national award for the way it delivers its service. Wed, 15 Nov 2023 10:10:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-cancer-teams-wins-national-award-for-its-support-for-patients.aspx Cancer Macmillan cancer patients patient macmillan team information centre cancer hub national award award win https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-nurse-wins-top-national-award-for-campaign-to-prevent-unnecessary-waste.aspx A nurse who ran a campaign to cut down on the unnecessary use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at Northampton General Hospital has won a prestigious national award. Mon, 13 Nov 2023 17:21:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-nurse-wins-top-national-award-for-campaign-to-prevent-unnecessary-waste.aspx Campaign NGH Northampton general hospital news PPE award infection prevention personal protective equipment Nurse nursing RCN Nursing Awards https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Have-your-say-on-the-new-Kings-Heath-Community-Diagnostic-Centre.aspx A chance to make your opinions known on the new Community Diagnostic Centre planned for Kings Health, Northampton, will be available at special community engagement sessions next month. Mon, 13 Nov 2023 12:17:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Have-your-say-on-the-new-Kings-Heath-Community-Diagnostic-Centre.aspx CDC community community diagnostic centre news events engagement public engagement engagement sessions views opinions kings heath Northampton https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Vaccination-gives-protection-for-pregnant-women-and-their-unborn-babies.aspx Pregnant women in Northamptonshire are being encouraged to take up the free flu vaccine offer ahead of the winter months. Wed, 08 Nov 2023 11:08:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Vaccination-gives-protection-for-pregnant-women-and-their-unborn-babies.aspx pregnant Pregnancy women flu Vaccine winter Northamptonshire protection vaccinations https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Emotional-goodbye-for-patient-who-spent-352-days-at-NGH.aspx A patient who has spent almost a year in hospital, received an emotional send off from staff at NGH as he moved to the next stage of his recovery journey. Thu, 02 Nov 2023 16:58:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Emotional-goodbye-for-patient-who-spent-352-days-at-NGH.aspx good news news story patient HOSPITAL STAY Becket ward becket Critical Care CCU intensive care home Discharge positive recovery send off emotional https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NHS-patients-to-be-offered-the-chance-to-travel-for-treatment.aspx Hundreds of thousands of NHS patients who have been waiting the longest for treatment will be offered the opportunity to travel to a different hospital, if it means they could be seen sooner. Tue, 31 Oct 2023 17:17:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NHS-patients-to-be-offered-the-chance-to-travel-for-treatment.aspx NHS patients waiting list options travel for treatment operations appointments waiting wait time treatment https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Joint-CEO-to-lead-three-trusts-establishing-provider-collaboration.aspx University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) and University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust (UHL) have confirmed today the next stage in the formal collaboration between their three Trusts with the agreement to work under a Joint Chief Executive. Mon, 30 Oct 2023 12:07:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Joint-CEO-to-lead-three-trusts-establishing-provider-collaboration.aspx UHN UHL Northamptonshire leicester collaboration https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-and-KGH-to-hold-joint-annual-meeting-which-you-can-attend.aspx Find out more about the progress of Northampton and Kettering general hospitals - direct from their leadership teams - by attending our virtual joint annual meeting. Wed, 25 Oct 2023 11:31:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-and-KGH-to-hold-joint-annual-meeting-which-you-can-attend.aspx NGH KGH UHN General Meeting Question and Answer Northampton Kettering Leadership annual meeting group virtual meeting https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Community-midwives-get-permanent-memorial-at-Northampton-Saints-for-work-during-pandemic.aspx A permanent memorial to the work of the Community Midwifery Team during the pandemic was unveiled on Monday October 16, at cinch Stadium at Franklin's Gardens, the home of Northampton Saints. Tue, 17 Oct 2023 11:39:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Community-midwives-get-permanent-memorial-at-Northampton-Saints-for-work-during-pandemic.aspx Maternity midwifery saints northampton saints plaque award midwives Midwife pandemic COVID rugby cinch stadium https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Quality-award-for-the-way-NGH-supports-its-nurses-and-nursing-associates.aspx Northampton General Hospital has received the 'Interim Preceptorship Quality Mark' from NHS England for the way it supports newly registered nurses and nursing associates. Mon, 16 Oct 2023 12:25:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Quality-award-for-the-way-NGH-supports-its-nurses-and-nursing-associates.aspx NGH news award preceptorship quality mark NHS E NHS England nursing nurses new nurses Nursing Associates https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Annual-General-Meeting-1-November-2023.aspx The 2023 Annual General Meeting will be taking place on Wednesday 1 November at 10am via Video Conference Thu, 12 Oct 2023 16:58:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Annual-General-Meeting-1-November-2023.aspx AGM annual general meeting yearly review AMM NGH https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Live-robotic-surgery-A-two-day-major-teaching-and-training-event-at-NGH.aspx A major regional educational event on the use of surgical robots for things like bowel cancer is being organised by Northampton General Hospital this week. Thu, 05 Oct 2023 08:52:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Live-robotic-surgery-A-two-day-major-teaching-and-training-event-at-NGH.aspx Robot robotic Surgery surgeons bowel cancer bowel https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Please-take-up-your-breast-screening-appointments-at-our-improved-hospital-units.aspx The breast-screening service at Northampton General Hospital has had a £517,000 upgrade to meet the needs of a growing local population. Mon, 02 Oct 2023 14:33:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Please-take-up-your-breast-screening-appointments-at-our-improved-hospital-units.aspx Breast Screening NGH upgrade Northampton Northamptonshire KGH screening screening unit improvement care patient https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/People-in-Northamptonshire-are-encouraged-to-confirm-their-decision-to-save-lives-this-Organ-Donation-Week.aspx This Organ Donation Week (18 September to 24 September) NHS Blood and Transplant in conjunction with Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust are encouraging people to confirm their organ donation decision on the NHS Organ Donor Register. Thu, 21 Sep 2023 16:52:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/People-in-Northamptonshire-are-encouraged-to-confirm-their-decision-to-save-lives-this-Organ-Donation-Week.aspx organ donation NGH donation Organ Donor Organ Donor Register NHS Blood and Transplant donation week https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-staff-member-nominated-for-Pride-of-Britain-Award.aspx A member of staff at Northampton General Hospital who supports cancer patients at work – and has done huge amounts of cancer fundraising in her spare time – has been nominated for a top TV award. Wed, 13 Sep 2023 11:29:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-staff-member-nominated-for-Pride-of-Britain-Award.aspx NGH award nomination Cancer fundraising TV patients pride ITV Pride of Britain radiotherapy proud Maggie's Centre https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Visiting-times-extended-after-successful-ward-pilot.aspx Visiting times extended after successful ward pilotNorthampton General Hospital is extending its ward visiting times after a pilot scheme demonstrated it had benefits for patients, visitors, and staff. Mon, 11 Sep 2023 15:58:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Visiting-times-extended-after-successful-ward-pilot.aspx Visiting times Visiting times extended Northampton general hospital September 11 visiting times https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Celebration-for-armed-forces'-community-at-Northampton-General-Hospital.aspx Current and ex-service personnel are being invited to attend a celebration at Northampton General Hospital. Thu, 07 Sep 2023 16:25:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Celebration-for-armed-forces'-community-at-Northampton-General-Hospital.aspx armed forces Celebration ex-service NGH Defence Employer Recognition Scheme award silver community veterans workforce https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-shortlisted-for-national-award-for-way-it-supports-cancer-patients.aspx Northampton General Hospital is in the running for a national award for the innovative ways it supports cancer patients. Wed, 30 Aug 2023 09:35:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-shortlisted-for-national-award-for-way-it-supports-cancer-patients.aspx NGH patients Macmillan Cancer Oncology award national support Wellbeing shortlisted information experience care patient experience https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Legacy-of-Alfred-Staden-lives-on-at-Northampton-General-Hospital.aspx The widow of a man who gave £560,000 in donations to the urology department at Northampton General Hospital returned to the hospital this month to meet some of the team he supported. Fri, 25 Aug 2023 14:36:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Legacy-of-Alfred-Staden-lives-on-at-Northampton-General-Hospital.aspx donation Urology NGH support thank you patients service Robot Surgery https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Ear-Nose-and-Throat-ENT-and-Cardiology-virtual-listening-events.aspx We are holding four virtual listening events to hear about the experiences of patients, their relatives and carers who have accessed either Cardiology or Ear Nose and Throat (ENT) services at either Kettering General Hospital, or Northampton General Hospital. Thu, 24 Aug 2023 16:07:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Ear-Nose-and-Throat-ENT-and-Cardiology-virtual-listening-events.aspx listening events virtual listen Feedback cardiology ENT ear nose and throat Nose Throat Event focus group September 2023 https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH's-Maria-could-become-national-Overseas-Nurse-of-the-Year.aspx Maria, nurse from Northampton General Hospital has been shortlisted for a prestigious national nursing award. Thu, 24 Aug 2023 09:23:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH's-Maria-could-become-national-Overseas-Nurse-of-the-Year.aspx Nurse nursing Awards Nursing Times Celebration news stories award shortlist shortlisting overseas international overseas nurse international nurse celebrate Recognition recognise https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Our-amazing-healthcare-support-workers-receive-national-awards.aspx Five healthcare support workers (HCSWs) from Northampton General Hospital have received national awards for the way they demonstrate NHS values. Wed, 23 Aug 2023 15:32:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Our-amazing-healthcare-support-workers-receive-national-awards.aspx HCSW healthcare support workers Awards values https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Upcoming-Industrial-Action-will-have-a-serious-impact-on-local-NHS-services-August-24-26.aspx The upcoming consultants strike and August Bank Holiday is likely to put local NHS services under significant pressure, and local people are being urged to choose services appropriately during this time and take simple steps to help ensure care is available to patients who need it most. Wed, 23 Aug 2023 12:28:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Upcoming-Industrial-Action-will-have-a-serious-impact-on-local-NHS-services-August-24-26.aspx strike m august 2023 bank holiday consultant BMA Industrial action https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Patient-care-benefits-of-state-of-the-art-surgical-robot-demonstrated-at-awareness-day.aspx The amazing benefits to patient care of a state-of-the-art surgical robot were showcased at an awareness day at Northampton General Hospital. Mon, 21 Aug 2023 15:10:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Patient-care-benefits-of-state-of-the-art-surgical-robot-demonstrated-at-awareness-day.aspx Robot robotic Surgery surgical robots Da Vinci Xi awareness public open day patients robotic surgery https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-gets-a-national-award-for-the-way-it-supports-the-armed-forces'-community.aspx Northampton General Hospital has achieved a national recognition award for the way it supports service and ex-service personnel. Fri, 18 Aug 2023 15:23:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-gets-a-national-award-for-the-way-it-supports-the-armed-forces'-community.aspx NGH news armed forces army veterans RAF navy silver award armed forces silver award Recognition Celebration HR careers veteran veteran support https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-nurse-up-for-prestigious-UK-accolade-for-transforming-awareness-of-PPE-waste.aspx Holly Slyne, Associate Director of Infection Prevention is a finalist for a prestigious Royal College of Nursing award for greener nursing. Mon, 14 Aug 2023 15:10:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-nurse-up-for-prestigious-UK-accolade-for-transforming-awareness-of-PPE-waste.aspx holly slyne nursing RCN Awards Royal College of Nursing infection control infection prevention Sustainability sustainable https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Upcoming-Industrial-Action-will-have-a-serious-impact-on-local-NHS-services.aspx The British Medical Association (BMA) has announced that junior doctors will take part in strike action from 7am on 11 August until 7am on 15 August 2023. Thu, 10 Aug 2023 09:29:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Upcoming-Industrial-Action-will-have-a-serious-impact-on-local-NHS-services.aspx BMA strike strikes Industrial action junior doctors August 2023 news update British Medical Association https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Surgical-Robot-has-now-been-used-in-250-delicate-operations-to-improve-patient-care.aspx A state-of-the-art Surgical Robot has now performed 250 operations at Northampton General Hospital to help improve care for patients. Tue, 25 Jul 2023 10:45:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Surgical-Robot-has-now-been-used-in-250-delicate-operations-to-improve-patient-care.aspx Surgical Robot 250 operations NGH news Robot robotic robotics Surgery surgeons https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Our-amazing-nurses-receive-national-awards.aspx Three nurses from Northampton General Hospital received national awards from England's top nurse on 20 July 2023. Mon, 24 Jul 2023 11:02:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Our-amazing-nurses-receive-national-awards.aspx CNO Chief Nurse chief nursing officer england Awards CNO silver CNO gold award presentation Ruth May dame ruth may news Celebration https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-nurses-celebrate-being-first-UK-hospital-to-be-reaccredited-with-prestigious-international-nursing-quality-standard.aspx Dame Ruth May, Chief Nursing Officer for England, visited Northampton General Hospital today to congratulate its nursing teams on achieving a fantastic international quality standard. Thu, 20 Jul 2023 16:21:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-nurses-celebrate-being-first-UK-hospital-to-be-reaccredited-with-prestigious-international-nursing-quality-standard.aspx news ANCC Ruth May dame ruth may nursing nurses Pathway to Excellence american nurses credentialling center pathway pathway designated CNO Celebration https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Support-your-local-hospitals-by-becoming-one-of-Northamptonshire-Health-Charity's-75-runners-for-NHS75-in-The-Amazing-Northampton-Run.aspx Jump into your running shoes this summer and take on a half marathon challenge to support your local NHS and celebrate its 75th birthday. When you pledge to raise £100 or more for Northamptonshire Health Charity you'll run for FREE! Fri, 14 Jul 2023 12:18:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Support-your-local-hospitals-by-becoming-one-of-Northamptonshire-Health-Charity's-75-runners-for-NHS75-in-The-Amazing-Northampton-Run.aspx fundraise Northamptonshire Health Charity Charity running support celebreate NHS75 NGH NHS https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Spotlight-on-the-life-saving-work-of-the-Critical-Care-Unit-at-NGH-on-its-first-anniversary.aspx The new Critical Care Unit at Northampton General Hospital has provided vital support for almost 900 patients and their families in its first year of operation. Mon, 10 Jul 2023 09:51:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Spotlight-on-the-life-saving-work-of-the-Critical-Care-Unit-at-NGH-on-its-first-anniversary.aspx CCU NGH patients families anniversary support birthday Critical Care life-saving https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-nurse-meeting-PM-as-part-of-the-national-NHS-75-celebrations.aspx A nurse from Northampton General Hospital met the Prime Minister on July 5 as part of the national NHS 75 celebrations. Wed, 05 Jul 2023 15:20:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-nurse-meeting-PM-as-part-of-the-national-NHS-75-celebrations.aspx NHS75 NHS NGH Celebration PM Downing Street History https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-and-Kettering-general-hospitals-celebrate-NHS-75.aspx Today Northampton and Kettering general hospitals are looking back on 75 years of caring for our local communities and celebrating the vital role we play. Wed, 05 Jul 2023 15:18:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-and-Kettering-general-hospitals-celebrate-NHS-75.aspx NHS75 NHS NGH birthday Celebration milestone History https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/New-Community-Diagnostic-Centres-set-to-support-thousands-of-Northants-patients..aspx Plans for two new community diagnostic centres to be built in Corby and King's Heath, Northampton, that are set to support thousands of Northamptonshire patients with an aim to be running by early 2024. Mon, 03 Jul 2023 09:53:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/New-Community-Diagnostic-Centres-set-to-support-thousands-of-Northants-patients..aspx News & Updates community new service https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Dementia-Listening-Event.aspx We are holding a Dementia Patient and Carer listening event on Thursday 29 June 2023. Fri, 23 Jun 2023 08:54:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Dementia-Listening-Event.aspx dementia listening Event Northampton Feedback patients Visitors news events june 2023 https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/County-stroke-team-nominated-for-top-award-for-supporting-patient-wellbeing.aspx Our community stroke team has been nominated for a top patient safety award for a scheme that enabled staff to be trained in psychological support and wellbeing. Tue, 20 Jun 2023 12:11:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/County-stroke-team-nominated-for-top-award-for-supporting-patient-wellbeing.aspx Stroke news team Community Stroke award patient safety Awards Wellbeing https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/American-family-that-founded-DAISY-Awards-visit-NGH.aspx Nurses at Northampton General Hospital yesterday (Wednesday, June 14) met the American family who set up the DAISY Awards for compassionate nursing care - now established at 39 countries across the world. Thu, 15 Jun 2023 09:40:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/American-family-that-founded-DAISY-Awards-visit-NGH.aspx Daisy DAISY Award Recognition nurses midwives America ANCC Pathway to Excellence award Celebration https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-Skin-Cancer-Specialist-Hayley-wins-hero-award-from-University-of-Northampton.aspx An inspirational nurse has won a Hero Award from the University of Northampton for her work-life journey at Northampton General Hospital. Tue, 13 Jun 2023 14:40:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-Skin-Cancer-Specialist-Hayley-wins-hero-award-from-University-of-Northampton.aspx NGH news Nurse nursing Cancer degree Training education staff story University https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-nurses-and-midwife-receive-awards-for-outstanding-compassionate-care.aspx Nurses and a midwife from Northampton General Hospital have received DAISY Awards for the outstanding compassionate and sensitive care they have provided for patients. Thu, 08 Jun 2023 09:13:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-nurses-and-midwife-receive-awards-for-outstanding-compassionate-care.aspx Daisy award DAISY Award compassion thanks Celebration outstanding care patients https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-mum-and-baby-star-alongside-famous-faces-in-new-Rankin-exhibition-celebrating-75-years-of-NHS-charities.aspx A former patient of the Barratt Birth Centre is featuring alongside comedian Michael Palin and England footballer Jordan Henderson in a new exhibition from Rankin and NHS Charities Together, celebrating 75 years of NHS charities. Fri, 02 Jun 2023 12:54:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-mum-and-baby-star-alongside-famous-faces-in-new-Rankin-exhibition-celebrating-75-years-of-NHS-charities.aspx news NHS NHS75 75 Ranking NHS Charities Together Charity Photo exhibit Exhibition Photography birth Barratt Birth Centre https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Fire-evacuation-practice-exercise-at-NGH-in-mock-baby-unit-on-Sunday.aspx A joint emergency planning exercise between Northampton General Hospital and the Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service is being held at the hospital on Sunday, June 4. Thu, 01 Jun 2023 17:15:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Fire-evacuation-practice-exercise-at-NGH-in-mock-baby-unit-on-Sunday.aspx fireevacation fire drill fire safety fire evacuation Emergency https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-General-Hospital-win-award-for-pastoral-care-of-international-nurses-and-midwives.aspx Northampton General hospital has been awarded the NHS Pastoral Care Quality Award for International Nurses Wed, 31 May 2023 10:32:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-General-Hospital-win-award-for-pastoral-care-of-international-nurses-and-midwives.aspx award NHS NHS England recruitment international International Nurses IEN news Awards award winning nurses midwives Midwife Nurse https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Help-us-to-shape-cancer-care.aspx As part of developing the cancer strategy for University Hospitals of Northamptonshire, we really would like feedback about what is important to our patients and carers. We are inviting all patients and carers to take part in a short 5 minute survey. Fri, 26 May 2023 16:11:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Help-us-to-shape-cancer-care.aspx Cancer Services Cancer news Feedback form https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-cardiac-team-to-provide-lifesaving-operations-in-Nigeria.aspx A team of four heart specialists from Northampton General Hospital are heading off on a trip of a lifetime to provide lifesaving care to patients in Nigeria with heart failure. Fri, 26 May 2023 10:11:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-cardiac-team-to-provide-lifesaving-operations-in-Nigeria.aspx news Nigeria Pace4life Heart Heart Centre story good news charity work Charity heart failure hearts https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/A-dedicated-space-for-staff-wellbeing-opens-at-Northampton-General-Hospital.aspx OurSpace, a dedicated hub for staff, volunteers and clinical students has opened at NGH during Mental Health Awareness Week. Partly funded by Northamptonshire Health Charity, OurSpace is a permanent 24/7 area for colleagues to access to relax and recharge. Fri, 19 May 2023 14:51:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/A-dedicated-space-for-staff-wellbeing-opens-at-Northampton-General-Hospital.aspx OurSpace Wellbeing staff volunteers Mental Health relax recharge staff hub improvement compassion Health & Wellbeing NGH https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Inspiring-photos-expressing-the-hope-felt-by-mental-health-patients-to-be-displayed-at-NGH.aspx People who had been on the brink of "giving up" on life due to their mental health have bravely shared their recovery stories as part of a brand new photography exhibition. Thu, 18 May 2023 08:53:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Inspiring-photos-expressing-the-hope-felt-by-mental-health-patients-to-be-displayed-at-NGH.aspx news St Andrews mental health awareness week exhibit Exhibition Photography photos art Mental Health recovery https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Great-work-of-Northants-midwives-spotlighted-at-major-conference.aspx The amazing ways local midwives support women, babies and their families, was showcased at a conference held to celebrate the International Day of the Midwife, May 5, 2023.The University Hospitals of Northamptonshire event was attended by NHS England's Chief Midwifery Officer - Jacque Dunkley-Bent –who witnessed the achievements of midwifery teams from Kettering and Northampton general hospitals over the last 12-18 months. Wed, 10 May 2023 08:47:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Great-work-of-Northants-midwives-spotlighted-at-major-conference.aspx midwives Awards NGH KGH UHN support women Babies families conference international day of the midwife 2023 achievement midwifery celebrations https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/New-chair-announced-for-Kettering-and-Northampton-general-hospitals.aspx The University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) – which is a collaboration between Kettering and Northampton general hospitals – is appointing a joint Chair to support closer working between two neighbouring organisations. Tue, 18 Apr 2023 11:13:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/New-chair-announced-for-Kettering-and-Northampton-general-hospitals.aspx news Chairman announcement Chair KGH NGH Northampton Kettering UHN university hospitals of northamptonshire Leadership https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Industrial-Action-from-Tuesday-April-11-until-Saturday-April-15-advice-for-patients-requiring-health-support-during-this-time.aspx The BMA and HSCA have announced junior doctors strike running from 06:59 on Tuesday 11April until 06:59 on Saturday 15 April. Junior doctors make up half of all doctors in the NHS so the action will have a significant impact on hospitals in the county. The local NHS in Northamptonshire is offering the following advice to patients who need health support during this period. Thu, 06 Apr 2023 13:15:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Industrial-Action-from-Tuesday-April-11-until-Saturday-April-15-advice-for-patients-requiring-health-support-during-this-time.aspx Junior doctors industrial action junior doctors strike https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/New-interim-chair-appointments-across-the-University-Hospitals-of-Northamptonshire-NHS-Group.aspx We are delighted to announce that Rachel Parker and Trevor Shipman will be taking on the roles as interim Chairs for the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire from 1 April 2023. Fri, 31 Mar 2023 12:01:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/New-interim-chair-appointments-across-the-University-Hospitals-of-Northamptonshire-NHS-Group.aspx Chair Chairman Chairwoman Chair Person Rachel Parker Trevor Shipman Deborah Needham Interim Chairs university hospitals of northamptonshire board Trust Board https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/A-new-way-for-patient-voices-to-be-heard-at-Northamptonshire's-hospitals.aspx A Patient Panel is being launched across both Northampton General and Kettering General Hospitals to help ensure the patient and carers voice is heard when we develop and deliver patient care. Fri, 31 Mar 2023 10:08:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/A-new-way-for-patient-voices-to-be-heard-at-Northamptonshire's-hospitals.aspx patient panel experience care Voice engagement NGH KGH experience of care opinion launch patient panel https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Sophie's-story-to-help-promote-organ-donation.aspx A 19-year-old Northampton girl who tragically died of a blood clot on the brain has helped save the lives of three others through organ donation. Fri, 24 Mar 2023 12:24:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Sophie's-story-to-help-promote-organ-donation.aspx organ organ donation donor donors donation news story news story media Family idonate https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NHS-staff-volunteers-and-fundraisers-who-have-gone-the-extra-mile-receive-awards.aspx Awards were held last night (Thursday, March 16) to celebrate the achievements of some of the amazing staff, volunteers, and fundraisers, for Kettering and Northampton general hospitals. Fri, 17 Mar 2023 11:58:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NHS-staff-volunteers-and-fundraisers-who-have-gone-the-extra-mile-receive-awards.aspx NGH KGH Awards winners thank you inspiration colleagues patients volunteers fundraisers Charity https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-nurse-shortlisted-as-Nurse-of-the-Year-for-the-way-she-has-helped-to-improve-end-of-life-care.aspx A nurse at Northampton General Hospital has been shortlisted for a national Nurse of the Year Award for the way she has helped enhance end-of-life care for patients and their families. Thu, 16 Mar 2023 10:31:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-nurse-shortlisted-as-Nurse-of-the-Year-for-the-way-she-has-helped-to-improve-end-of-life-care.aspx NGH Nurse shortlisted award nurse of the year care end-of-life patient families https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/The-NHS-is-still-here-but-please-don't-call-999-or-attend-Accident-and-Emergency-unless-you-have-an-emergency.aspx The NHS is still here but please don't call 999 or attend Accident and Emergency unless you have an emergency Fri, 10 Mar 2023 15:33:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/The-NHS-is-still-here-but-please-don't-call-999-or-attend-Accident-and-Emergency-unless-you-have-an-emergency.aspx NGH A&E Emergency ED support care strike urgent https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/There-is-still-NHS-support-if-you-need-it-but-please-help-us-to-help-those-with-the-most-urgent-health-needs.aspx There is still NHS support if you need it but please help us to help those with the most urgent health needsWith upcoming industrial action, NHS Northamptonshire Integrated Care Board is reassuring patients what options are available to them, and the three simple actions they can take to support themselves and their local NHS during this time. Fri, 03 Mar 2023 13:52:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/There-is-still-NHS-support-if-you-need-it-but-please-help-us-to-help-those-with-the-most-urgent-health-needs.aspx NHS support NHS Northamptonshire Northamptonshire Integrated Care Board e actions they can take EMAS strike KGH university hospital northamptonshire https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/247-food-for-staff-patients-and-visitors-is-a-great-example-to-NHS.aspx A campaigner for 24/7 food to be available for NHS staff has praised Northampton General Hospital's around-the-clock staff, patient and visitor restaurant after seeing it in action. Mon, 13 Feb 2023 16:56:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/247-food-for-staff-patients-and-visitors-is-a-great-example-to-NHS.aspx news restaurant 24/7 food food catering Cafe canteen patients Visitors food provision staff wellbeing Neely Mozawala Tim Radcliffe https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-senior-nurses-receives-awards-for-outstanding-support-for-their-teams.aspx Three senior nurses from Northampton General Hospital have received DAISY Leader Awards for the compassionate support and exceptional leadership they have given to their staff teams during difficult times. Fri, 10 Feb 2023 11:52:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-senior-nurses-receives-awards-for-outstanding-support-for-their-teams.aspx senior nurses Daisy DAISY Leaders Awards Recognition compassion support win winners https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Your-chance-to-thank-hospital-staff-and-volunteers-who-cared-for-you.aspx Both Northampton and Kettering General Hospitals are asking you to nominate members of staff, volunteers, or hospital teams, for our annual Excellence Awards. Tue, 10 Jan 2023 10:16:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Your-chance-to-thank-hospital-staff-and-volunteers-who-cared-for-you.aspx Awards staff recognition celebrate nominate award Celebration Recognition Excellence awards excellence awarding award scheme https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Important-update-regarding-the-Ambulance-Strikes-on-Wednesday-11-January-2023.aspx Industrial action is planned to take place at East Midlands Ambulance Service (EMAS) on Wednesday 11 January 2023, from 00.01 hours to 23.59 hours. Tue, 10 Jan 2023 09:10:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Important-update-regarding-the-Ambulance-Strikes-on-Wednesday-11-January-2023.aspx strike strike action strikes striking EMAS ambulance Industrial action January 2023 999 emergency care https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/With-immediate-effect-visiting-arrangements-on-our-adult-inpatient-wards-are-now-returning.aspx With immediate effect visiting arrangements on our adult inpatient wards are now returning to our pre-Christmas visiting arrangements which is one visitor for an hour per day, between 2-4pm or 6-8pm in our COVID negative zones. Mon, 09 Jan 2023 13:41:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/With-immediate-effect-visiting-arrangements-on-our-adult-inpatient-wards-are-now-returning.aspx visiting COVID-19 COVID flu visit Visitors wards patients news update mask Mask Wearing adult wards https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-emergency-department-temporary-building-will-improve-the-waiting-experience.aspx Northampton General Hospital has taken delivery of a temporary building which, once fully connected and staffed, will be used as an indoor heated streaming area for Emergency Department (ED) patients. Fri, 06 Jan 2023 16:40:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-emergency-department-temporary-building-will-improve-the-waiting-experience.aspx news ED Emergency Department Building tent cabin waiting area waiting streaming A&E ae https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Temporary-road-and-car-park-closure-Friday-6-January-2023.aspx On Friday 6 January we will be installing a new modular building outside of our Emergency Department (ED). To support these essential works to take place, we will be implementing some temporary road and car park closures. Wed, 04 Jan 2023 10:41:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Temporary-road-and-car-park-closure-Friday-6-January-2023.aspx ED Road Closure car park closure emergency access January 2023 transport site traffic temporary closure Emergency Department https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Visiting-suspended-and-mask-wearing-reintroduced-Thursday-29-December-2022.aspx Visiting suspended and mask wearing reintroduced from Thursday 29 December at NGH and KGH as COVID and flu infections increase Wed, 28 Dec 2022 17:08:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Visiting-suspended-and-mask-wearing-reintroduced-Thursday-29-December-2022.aspx news COVID flu infection norovirus suspension visit visiting mask Mask Wearing December 2022 https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Update-on-EMAS-Industrial-Action-28-December-2022.aspx The GMB trade union has informed its members that it has cancelled the industrial action scheduled for 28 December 2022. Instead, strike action is now scheduled for 11 January 2023. Tue, 27 Dec 2022 13:24:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Update-on-EMAS-Industrial-Action-28-December-2022.aspx ambulance strike strikes Industrial action GMB union news postponed EMAS East Midlands Ambulance Service stakeholder https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Update-on-EMAS-industrial-action.aspx Important update regarding the Ambulance Strikes on Wednesday 28th December 2022. Thu, 22 Dec 2022 16:15:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Update-on-EMAS-industrial-action.aspx ambulance 999 strikes strike Industrial action EMAS East Midlands Ambulance Service news December 2022 https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Our-information-champions-do-well-in-national-awards.aspx Work by information governance experts at Northampton and Kettering General Hospital has been rated as some of the best in the country in a national awards scheme. Thu, 22 Dec 2022 13:30:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Our-information-champions-do-well-in-national-awards.aspx Northampton Kettering Awards information Information Governance award win winners national awards https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-infection-control-team-win-national-environmental-award-for-reducing-waste.aspx The Infection Prevention and Control Team at Northampton General Hospital have won a national environmental award. Thu, 22 Dec 2022 11:15:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-infection-control-team-win-national-environmental-award-for-reducing-waste.aspx infection control infection prevention environmental award Sustainability environment Awards award prize national award https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/County-stroke-patients'-initiative-wins-a-top-prize-at-a-national-event.aspx A county stroke team has won a top national prize for the way it has involved patients in shaping future care. The Northamptonshire Community Stroke Team has won the UK Stroke Forum's Patient, Carer and Public Involvement Prize. Thu, 22 Dec 2022 09:45:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/County-stroke-patients'-initiative-wins-a-top-prize-at-a-national-event.aspx Stroke Team Stroke Community Stroke UK Stroke Forum prize Awards https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Important-update-regarding-the-Ambulance-Strike.aspx Important update regarding the Ambulance Strikes on Wednesday 21st December and Wednesday 28th December. Tue, 20 Dec 2022 10:57:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Important-update-regarding-the-Ambulance-Strike.aspx strike Industrial action EMAS East Midlands Ambulance Service ambulance Delays 999 111 NHS NHS 111 December 2022 striking ambulances https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/What-you-need-to-know-about-Group-A-Streptococcus-Scarlet-Fever-and-Invasive-Group-A-Streptococcus.aspx What you need to know about Group A Streptococcus, Scarlet Fever and Invasive Group A Streptococcus Tue, 06 Dec 2022 12:16:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/What-you-need-to-know-about-Group-A-Streptococcus-Scarlet-Fever-and-Invasive-Group-A-Streptococcus.aspx Strep A GAS iGAS Strep Streptococcus scarlet scarlet fever fever Children Strep Throat infection viruses help support NHS 111 Child kids baby Babies toddlers UKHAS NHS advice health advice https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-General-Hospital-recruits-first-UK-patient-to-pioneering-Covid-prevention-research-trial.aspx Northampton General Hospital has recruited the first patient in the UK to a new research trial which aims to help immuno-compromised patients to fight Covid-19. Thu, 17 Nov 2022 16:02:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-General-Hospital-recruits-first-UK-patient-to-pioneering-Covid-prevention-research-trial.aspx COVID Prevention research trial Research Evusheld immune system recruitment haematology team pioneering patients RAPID-PROTECTION study immunosuppressive conditions https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Service-for-local-cancer-patients-wins-top-award.aspx A cancer service which offers emotional, practical and financial support to people living with cancer has won a national award. Thu, 10 Nov 2022 12:17:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Service-for-local-cancer-patients-wins-top-award.aspx cancer diagnosis Cancer cancer patients Macmillan Macmillan Social Care Team NGH Excellence Award specialist social workers award families cancer journey compassion kindness https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Annual-General-Meeting-and-Members-Meeting-3-November-2022.aspx The 2022 Annual Member's Meeting of Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust took place on Thursday 3 November at 10am via a Microsoft Meetup. Wed, 09 Nov 2022 10:20:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Annual-General-Meeting-and-Members-Meeting-3-November-2022.aspx AGM 2022 Annual Members Meeting 2022 Annual General Meeting 2022 AGM annual general meeting AMM https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Kettering-and-Northampton-hospitals-have-their-first-joint-annual-meeting.aspx Kettering and Northampton general hospitals are having their first joint annual meeting since they became a University Hospital NHS Group last year. Wed, 26 Oct 2022 14:44:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Kettering-and-Northampton-hospitals-have-their-first-joint-annual-meeting.aspx NGH KGH annual meeting meeting community Leadership challenges achievements COVID questions https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-highly-commended-for-patient-safety-work.aspx Northampton General Hospital's Patient Safety Improvement team led by Dr Jonathan Hardwick, Associate Medical Director for Patient Safety, are runners-up in a prestigious national safety award. Tue, 25 Oct 2022 14:12:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-highly-commended-for-patient-safety-work.aspx award HSJ award patient safety improvement NGH Patient Safety Improvement Team runner-up national award safety Innovation highly commended https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Boost-for-research-will-benefit-patients-and-staff-at-Kettering-and-Northampton-general-hospitals.aspx The University Hospitals of Northamptonshire NHS Group – which runs KGH and NGH – is now a formal partner in the National Institute for Health and Social Care Research (NIHR) Leicester Biomedical Research Centre (BRC). Fri, 21 Oct 2022 09:08:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Boost-for-research-will-benefit-patients-and-staff-at-Kettering-and-Northampton-general-hospitals.aspx Research Leicester Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) National Institute for Health and Social Care Research (NIHR) KGH NGH patients benefits funding academics investment research funding https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH's-main-staff-and-patient-restaurant-wins-award-for-healthy-food.aspx NGH catering team won an award for the healthy food offering at the main 24-hour hospital staff and patient restaurant, Eat Street. Wed, 19 Oct 2022 13:02:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH's-main-staff-and-patient-restaurant-wins-award-for-healthy-food.aspx healthy food catering award Celebration staff patient healthy eating Eat Street restaurant https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Stroke-patients'-initiative-from-NGH-shortlisted-for-top-national-award.aspx A team from Northampton General Hospital are in the finals of a top innovation award for the way they have involved patients in shaping future care. Fri, 23 Sep 2022 14:46:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Stroke-patients'-initiative-from-NGH-shortlisted-for-top-national-award.aspx NGH award Commmunity Community Stroke Team patient care care patients Stroke Innovation https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Face-coverings-our-mask-wearing-guidance-has-changed-as-of-Wednesday-7-September-2022.aspx Patients, visitors and staff are no longer required to wear a face mask in most areas of the hospital however it is still actively encouraged, especially in high risk areas including Emergency Department (A&E), Renal ward, Haematology / Oncology areas, Critical Care, Immunocompromised Children. Thu, 08 Sep 2022 11:33:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Face-coverings-our-mask-wearing-guidance-has-changed-as-of-Wednesday-7-September-2022.aspx mask face covering COVID COVID-19 Coronavirus face mask https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-team-shortlisted-for-top-cancer-award-for-innovative-support-for-prostate-patients.aspx A Northampton General Hospital team that supports prostate cancer patients has been nominated for a top national award for innovation. The Uro-Oncology Nurse Specialist Team are finalists in the Macmillan Professionals Excellence Awards 2022 in the Innovation Excellence category. Fri, 02 Sep 2022 11:39:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-team-shortlisted-for-top-cancer-award-for-innovative-support-for-prostate-patients.aspx NGH news Northampton General Cancer prostate Macmillan uro-oncology macmillan awards award nominated shortlisted finalists innovations excellence https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/New-Breast-Pain-Clinic.aspx Northampton General Hospital and Kettering General Hospital have opened their new breast pain clinic for patients in Northamptonshire. Tue, 30 Aug 2022 17:13:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/New-Breast-Pain-Clinic.aspx breast Pain clinic New Kettering Northampton breast pain Nene Park women UHN Cancer pain clinic boob boobs breasts news Northamptonshire university hospitals of northamptonshire https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Hospital-teams-shortlisted-for-top-HSJ-Award.aspx Clinical and digital teams from Kettering and Northampton general hospitals have been shortlisted for a national award for the way they have used technology to better support frail patients and prevent unnecessary hospital admissions. Wed, 24 Aug 2022 11:05:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Hospital-teams-shortlisted-for-top-HSJ-Award.aspx HSJ award award digital frailty national award technology NGH KGH ICAN Integrated Care community patient safety award patient safety https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/We-provide-specialist-support-for-most-vulnerable-Covid-patients.aspx More than 1,400 county residents at risk of serious illness or death from Covid-19 have been treated with antiviral and other specialist medications by Northamptonshire's hospitals after testing positive for the virus. Thu, 18 Aug 2022 13:43:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/We-provide-specialist-support-for-most-vulnerable-Covid-patients.aspx COVID NGH antiviral medication positive Covid Medicines Delivery Units Northampton Kettering KGH specialist support support treatment https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-Nurse-who-supports-end-of-life-care-receives-top-award-from-the-Chief-Nursing-Officer-for-England.aspx A nurse from Northampton General Hospital has received a prestigious national award for her outstanding work supporting patients and their families in end-of-life care. Tue, 16 Aug 2022 16:24:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-Nurse-who-supports-end-of-life-care-receives-top-award-from-the-Chief-Nursing-Officer-for-England.aspx end-of-life care award NGH Palliative Care CNO silver award Nurse Mark Radford https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Silently-scooting-to-work-on-an-e-bike-is-good-for-you.aspx Staff at Kettering and Northampton general hospitals have been silently scooting into work on e-bikes as part of a green initiative. Fri, 12 Aug 2022 15:49:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Silently-scooting-to-work-on-an-e-bike-is-good-for-you.aspx KGH NGH e-bike green initiative Wellbeing exercise https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Mask-wearing-reintroduced-at-KGH-and-NGH-as-Covid-19-infections-increase.aspx From today (Tuesday, July 12) both Kettering and Northampton general hospitals have reintroduced mask-wearing for all staff, patients and visitors, because of a significant increase in Covid-19 infections. Tue, 12 Jul 2022 09:48:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Mask-wearing-reintroduced-at-KGH-and-NGH-as-Covid-19-infections-increase.aspx COVID masks IPC safety patient visitor infection infection control NGH KGH Mask Wearing https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Hotel-Services-Recruitment-Day.aspx We are hosting a recruitment day event, on Friday 8 July from 09.00-19.00 at the Park Inn Hotel, for people who would like to join our Hotel Services team, which includes roles in Catering, Domestic and Cleaning, Portering and Accommodation Admin. Fri, 01 Jul 2022 08:48:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Hotel-Services-Recruitment-Day.aspx recruitment news Park Inn Hotel Services recruitment day catering domestic cleaning portering accomodation job jobs job seeker https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Hospital-Group-works-towards-a-sustainable-future.aspx We are celebrating some of our efforts towards a sustainable future as a hospital Group. Wed, 29 Jun 2022 13:02:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Hospital-Group-works-towards-a-sustainable-future.aspx Sustainability green green agenda sustainable bees electric vehicles news group story https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Updated-guidance-on-masks-and-face-coverings.aspx Patients, visitors, and staff are no longer required to wear a face mask in most areas of the hospital. Anyone visiting the site is still welcome to wear a mask in any of our hospital buildings, if they prefer to do so. However, to help protect the safety of our most vulnerable patients, Mask Wearing Zones have been introduced in some clinical areas. Mon, 13 Jun 2022 17:11:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Updated-guidance-on-masks-and-face-coverings.aspx COVID covid19 COVID-19 facemask face mask face covering Mask Wearing Mask wearing zone Coronavirus mask https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Charity-creates-thankufest-the-first-ever-events-programme-designed-to-honour-our-health-social-care-heroes.aspx Northamptonshire Health Charity News: Helping create meaningful memories for Northamptonshire NHS & health and social care staff and their families Tue, 07 Jun 2022 14:17:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Charity-creates-thankufest-the-first-ever-events-programme-designed-to-honour-our-health-social-care-heroes.aspx NHC Northamptonshire Health Charity Charity news ThankUFest thank you staff Wellbeing sponsorship https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Patients-and-staff-at-NGH-and-KGH-get-into-the-Jubilee-spirit.aspx Staff at the hospitals have been busy decorating their areas with Jubilee flags and hand-made decorations as part of a competition for best-dressed ward, department or office space. Wed, 01 Jun 2022 16:58:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Patients-and-staff-at-NGH-and-KGH-get-into-the-Jubilee-spirit.aspx Jubilee decorations flag ward department competition Platinum jubilee staff wellbeing https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Relaxing-of-visiting-restrictions-at-Northampton-General-Hospital.aspx We are pleased to announce that we are returning to pre-pandemic visiting levels in our areas where there are no Covid cases (green zones). The change is due to a continued reduction in Covid cases within our hospitals and the local communities. Two visitors will be able to visit a patient for up to 2 hours a day, during either 2-4 or 6-8pm. Pre-booking is no longer required but we will ask you to sign in and out of the ward. Mon, 30 May 2022 14:58:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Relaxing-of-visiting-restrictions-at-Northampton-General-Hospital.aspx COVID COVID-19 Coronavirus visiting COVID Restrictions COVID Visiting Coronavirus Visiting https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Breast-screening-in-Northants-is-up-to-date-thanks-to-extra-work-done-by-hospital-teams.aspx The breast screening teams at Kettering and Northampton general hospitals have succeeded in catching-up on appointment backlogs created by the COVID-19 pandemic. Wed, 25 May 2022 09:11:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Breast-screening-in-Northants-is-up-to-date-thanks-to-extra-work-done-by-hospital-teams.aspx Breast Screening Breast Screening Northampton General hospital Northampton NGH COVID breast cancer Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-midwives-meet-Royalty-during-official-opening-of-new-Royal-College-HQ.aspx Two midwives from Northampton General Hospital met The Princess Royal and The Duchess of Cambridge this week because of the contribution they have made to NHS maternity services. Fri, 29 Apr 2022 09:37:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-midwives-meet-Royalty-during-official-opening-of-new-Royal-College-HQ.aspx midwives RCM RGOG royal visit news award royals Maternity midwifery https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Visiting-update-07.04.2022.aspx Visiting restrictions in our hospital will remain in place and we will continue to review these in line with the current COVID situation in our hospital and the county. Thu, 07 Apr 2022 14:50:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Visiting-update-07.04.2022.aspx visiting https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Temporary-suspension-of-our-Home-Birth-Service.aspx Senior midwifery and obstetric clinicians and the executive team at Northampton General Hospital (NGH) have today made the decision to temporarily halt the home birth service from Friday 1st April. This difficult but necessary decision has been made to ensure that safe staffing levels continue to be maintained within the maternity unit. Thu, 31 Mar 2022 16:34:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Temporary-suspension-of-our-Home-Birth-Service.aspx obstetric midwifery home birth service Maternity NGH Pregnancy baby pregnancies Birth Centre https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Have-your-say-on-the-future-of-our-hospital-services.aspx The University Hospitals of Northamptonshire NHS Group – which runs Northampton and Kettering general hospitals – is collecting feedback on our ambitious Group Clinical Strategy which will be re-shaping the way we deliver our services. Wed, 30 Mar 2022 11:58:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Have-your-say-on-the-future-of-our-hospital-services.aspx NGH KGH Group Clinical Strategy service delivery engagement events public engagement improvement experience of care services Clinical conversation Event https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Ground-breaking-drugs-measuring-tool-supported-by-innovative-new-University-Hospitals-Group.aspx An innovative solution to keep a check on controlled drug stocks has been developed by pharmacists at the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire NHS Group. Thu, 17 Mar 2022 17:38:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Ground-breaking-drugs-measuring-tool-supported-by-innovative-new-University-Hospitals-Group.aspx eezycd ruler medication pharmacy news. media group UHN https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Our-patients-and-staff-will-benefit-from-research-funding-boost.aspx University Hospitals of Northamptonshire NHS Group (UHN) – which runs Kettering and Northampton general hospitals - is celebrating after an announcement that its key research partner has been awarded £4.1m. Mon, 14 Mar 2022 08:59:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Our-patients-and-staff-will-benefit-from-research-funding-boost.aspx Research NGH KGH UHN The National Institute for Health Research University Hospitals of Leicester (UHL) NHS Trust Clinical Research patient clinical trial funding https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/KGH-and-NGH-to-take-part-in-the-NHS-Rainbow-Badge-Initiative.aspx The University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHoN) are looking for your feedback around Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender (LGBT+) inclusion activity within both Northampton and Kettering General Hospitals. Mon, 07 Mar 2022 11:11:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/KGH-and-NGH-to-take-part-in-the-NHS-Rainbow-Badge-Initiative.aspx Rainbow Badge LGBT+ Inclusion NGH KGH UHoN Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Survey EDI Equality Diversity EDI Strategy https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Surgical-Robot-will-support-plans-to-improve-patient-care-across-Northants.aspx A state-of-the-art Surgical Robot has been used in Northamptonshire for the first time this week to help improve care for patients and tackle waiting lists impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Thu, 03 Mar 2022 16:29:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Surgical-Robot-will-support-plans-to-improve-patient-care-across-Northants.aspx Surgery Robot Surgical Robot NGH patient patient care care investment patient outcome operation Northamptonshire pandemic Cancer Cancer Care Clinical strategy https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/New-way-to-self-refer-for-midwifery-care-at-Northampton-General-Hospital.aspx Northampton General Hospital have introduced a new way for patients to refer themselves into maternity care when they become pregnant. Mon, 28 Feb 2022 06:00:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/New-way-to-self-refer-for-midwifery-care-at-Northampton-General-Hospital.aspx NGH Maternity maternity care online referral maternity services pregnant Pregnancy https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Health-Minister-visits-KGH-and-NGH.aspx Health Minister Edward Argar visited Kettering and Northampton general hospitals on February 17 to look at the challenges we face in our current hospital estate. Wed, 23 Feb 2022 13:24:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Health-Minister-visits-KGH-and-NGH.aspx visit Health Minister Hospital estate NGH KGH MP investment https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Visiting-restrictions-eased-at-Northampton-and-Kettering-General-Hospital.aspx Visiting restrictions eased at Northampton and Kettering General Hospital Fri, 18 Feb 2022 15:45:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Visiting-restrictions-eased-at-Northampton-and-Kettering-General-Hospital.aspx visiting restrictions Maternity visits Visitors guidance COVID COVID-19 paediatrics Inpatients NGH KGH news https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Tiny-pill-camera-to-help-diagnose-cancer-and-may-help-reduce-waits-at-NGH.aspx Northampton General Hospital (NGH) has introduced a new procedure to help diagnose bowel problems where a patient swallows a tiny pill-sized capsule containing a video camera. Tue, 15 Feb 2022 10:58:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Tiny-pill-camera-to-help-diagnose-cancer-and-may-help-reduce-waits-at-NGH.aspx bowel cancer bowel Research Endoscopy diagnosis Crohn's disease technology https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Army-support-at-KGH-and-NGH-was-fantastic.aspx The Army has been thanked by Kettering and Northampton general hospitals (KGH and NGH) for the valuable support they have provided for front-line staff during the Omicron wave of the COVID-19 pandemic. Thu, 10 Feb 2022 16:37:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Army-support-at-KGH-and-NGH-was-fantastic.aspx TheArmy Army in Northampton Military in Northampton COVID Army Support COVID Military Support Omicron and Military Military at Northampton Hospital Army at Northampton Hospital soldiers at northampton hospital 3rd battalion royal regiment of scotland SCOTS3 The Black Watch The Royal Scots Dragoon Guards Scots DG Amanda Joseph Discharge Lounge Rhiannon Baker Emergency Department Corporal James Chadburn Debbie Needham Heidi Smoult Private Reece Sneddon Private Craig Whyte Private Cameron Mouat Private Charlie Jones Lance Corporal Bartley Pritchard Sergeant Martin Randles Sergeant Clark McCrindle Lance Corporal Gavin Loggie Trooper Jamie Sharp Trooper Nathan Ainslie Senior Aircraftman Jai Mcintosh Lance Corporal Marc Spita https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/A-message-for-our-Community.aspx Health, care and public service leaders in Northamptonshire have joined together to take steps to maintain patient safety and continuity of essential services, declaring a major incident in response to the latest impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in the county. Fri, 07 Jan 2022 15:41:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/A-message-for-our-Community.aspx KGH NGH UOL academic partnership University COVID-19 public service appointments NHS 111 online book in their jab local NHS on health services https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Visiting-restrictions-from-31-December-2021.aspx We will be suspending visiting at the hospital from today, Friday 31 December. Fri, 31 Dec 2021 11:05:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Visiting-restrictions-from-31-December-2021.aspx 2021 COVID Coronavirus visit visiting Visitors suspended virtual visit letters loved ones visitation COVID-19 news update patients https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Our-Group's-exciting-partnership-work-with-the-University-of-Leicester-a-year-on.aspx We are celebrating the first anniversary of our partnership agreement between Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals (the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire Group) and the University of Leicester! Thu, 23 Dec 2021 13:43:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Our-Group's-exciting-partnership-work-with-the-University-of-Leicester-a-year-on.aspx KGH NGH leicester UOL academic partnership University education educate learning partners partner https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Visitors-required-to-take-a-lateral-flow-test-before-visiting-loved-ones-in-hospital-at-NGH-and-KGH.aspx From Tuesday 14th December anyone planning to visit a loved one at Northampton or Kettering General Hospitals, will need to provide proof of a negative lateral flow test before they will be allowed onto the ward. Fri, 10 Dec 2021 16:28:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Visitors-required-to-take-a-lateral-flow-test-before-visiting-loved-ones-in-hospital-at-NGH-and-KGH.aspx lateral flow testing lateral flow test COVID-19 COVID visiting visitor Visitors news restrictions Coronavirus rapid test ward visitation negative positive self-test https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Major-online-support-hub-launched-to-help-Northants-cancer-patients.aspx A great new resource to support the needs of people diagnosed with cancer has been produced by the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire NHS Group. Wed, 08 Dec 2021 11:13:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Major-online-support-hub-launched-to-help-Northants-cancer-patients.aspx Cancer Macmillan support cancers hub information youtube support group videos webinars resources Cancer Services diagnosis Cancer Support https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-launches-a-new-treatment-for-early-skin-cancers.aspx Specialists at Northampton General Hospital have launched a new treatment for patients with common skin cancers which can help patients to recover faster and without the need for surgery. Tue, 07 Dec 2021 17:54:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-launches-a-new-treatment-for-early-skin-cancers.aspx skin Cancer Surgery New treatment news Skin Cancer radiotherapy radiotherapist Oncology patient story patient news story newspaper TV https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Excellence-Awards-for-amazing-individuals-and-teams-who-helped-us-deliver-great-care-during-the-COVID-19-pandemic.aspx The compassionate, caring and innovative efforts of individuals and teams at Kettering and Northampton general hospitals were celebrated last night (Thursday, November 25). Both hospitals held virtual Excellence Awards ceremonies to mark the achievements of staff after a year of coping with the global pandemic. Patients and carers joined hospital staff in nominating teams and individuals for the awards across a wide variety of categories. Fri, 26 Nov 2021 14:10:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Excellence-Awards-for-amazing-individuals-and-teams-who-helped-us-deliver-great-care-during-the-COVID-19-pandemic.aspx Excellence awards Hospital Awards NGH Awards KGH Awards NHS Awards Awards https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-midwives-win-big-at-national-awards.aspx Four midwives from Northampton General Hospital have scooped national awards, recognising their contribution to maternity services. Fri, 29 Oct 2021 15:15:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-midwives-win-big-at-national-awards.aspx RCM Midwife Maternity Awards maternity services Babies staff award royal college of midwives midwives london celebrate Recognition https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Hospitals'-excellence-awards-–-your-chance-to-nominate-individuals-and-teams-for-their-great-work.aspx Patients, families and carers are invited to can nominate staff and volunteers for an Excellence Award. Thu, 28 Oct 2021 13:31:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Hospitals'-excellence-awards-–-your-chance-to-nominate-individuals-and-teams-for-their-great-work.aspx Excellence awards award Awards Recognition celebrate Celebration nominate nomination excellent awards NGH Feedback comment volunteers patients staff colleagues award scheme https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Join-us-at-our-2021-virtual-AGM.aspx Join us on Wednesday 3rd November 2021, 13.00, for our virtual Annual General Meeting. Fri, 01 Oct 2021 10:40:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Join-us-at-our-2021-virtual-AGM.aspx AGM annual general meeting board November review annual review public meeting Board members invite https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/HRH-The-Princess-Royal-officially-opens-Northampton-General-Hospital's-new-Paediatric-Emergency-Department.aspx Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal officially opened Northampton General Hospital's new Paediatric Emergency Department today (Tuesday, September 14, 2021). Tue, 14 Sep 2021 13:12:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/HRH-The-Princess-Royal-officially-opens-Northampton-General-Hospital's-new-Paediatric-Emergency-Department.aspx HRH Princess Royal Princess Anne Paediatric Paediatric emergency department NGH. news royal visit visit VIP https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Stay-away-from-AE-departments-unless-you-are-seriously-ill.aspx That's the strong message from Northampton and Kettering General Hospitals as the number of people attending A&E – particularly young people with minor complaints – continues to rise. Wed, 21 Jul 2021 15:59:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Stay-away-from-AE-departments-unless-you-are-seriously-ill.aspx COVID news NGH KGH A&E Pressure busy https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/University-Hospitals-of-Northamptonshire-ask-public-to-continue-to-follow-hands-face-space-in-hospitals.aspx We will be asking local people who visit Kettering and Northampton Hospitals to stick to 'Hands, Face, Space' rules in hospital as COVID cases continue to rise. Fri, 16 Jul 2021 16:20:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/University-Hospitals-of-Northamptonshire-ask-public-to-continue-to-follow-hands-face-space-in-hospitals.aspx COVID Coronavirus COVID-19 restrictions news UHN NGH KGH Northampton general hospital patients Visitors https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Changes-to-Kettering-and-Northampton-General-Hospitals-emergency-Ear-Nose-and-Throat-service.aspx From 14th July Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals are changing the way we deliver emergency Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) care for our patients. Wed, 14 Jul 2021 09:00:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Changes-to-Kettering-and-Northampton-General-Hospitals-emergency-Ear-Nose-and-Throat-service.aspx news july ENT ear Nose Throat services Emergency update changes https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/New-entrance-opens-at-Northampton-General-Hospital.aspx Northampton General Hospital is delighted to announce its new hospital entrance has opened today, 7th July, to provide staff, patients and visitors with a more welcoming and contemporary reception area. Wed, 07 Jul 2021 11:18:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/New-entrance-opens-at-Northampton-General-Hospital.aspx entrance estates launch new entrance NGH Northampton news https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Hospital-visiting-restrictions-partly-lifted-in-Northamptonshire.aspx Visiting restrictions are being partially lifted at the hospital. Fri, 30 Apr 2021 15:24:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Hospital-visiting-restrictions-partly-lifted-in-Northamptonshire.aspx visiting hospital visit COVID Coronavirus COVID-19. visitors visits https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Maternity-visiting-update.aspx From Monday 12th April we are increasing our visiting times for birthing partners. They will now be able to stay during induction of labour, during the stay of their partner on Labour ward, Labour ward Theatres and the recovery room following theatre, in a safe and COVID secure way. Wed, 14 Apr 2021 08:37:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Maternity-visiting-update.aspx Maternity visiting . COVID-19 COVID birth birthing partner https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Support-people-can-now-attend-key-maternity-appointments-thanks-to-new-testing-scheme-at-NGH.aspx Expectant parents in Northampton will be able to bring a support person along with them to some appointments if they agree to be tested for COVID-19.From Monday 12th April pregnant patients will be allowed to bring one support person with them as long as they agree to have a test for COVID-19. Testing will be required to allow one support person to attend: Fri, 09 Apr 2021 10:35:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Support-people-can-now-attend-key-maternity-appointments-thanks-to-new-testing-scheme-at-NGH.aspx Maternity Scans testing Northampton news article update COVID-19 visiting test lateral flow COVID Coronavirus home test onsite test https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/New-Hospital-Chief-Executive-for-Northampton-General-Hospital.aspx New Hospital Chief Executive announced at Northampton General Hospital Wed, 31 Mar 2021 10:01:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/New-Hospital-Chief-Executive-for-Northampton-General-Hospital.aspx NGH news CEO KGH appointment Heidi Smoult Hospital CEO https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-General-Hospital-Highly-Commended-at-40th-Health-Service-Journal-Awards.aspx Northampton General Hospital has been Highly Commended for the Environmental Sustainability Award at the 40th HSJ Awards. Mon, 29 Mar 2021 15:48:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-General-Hospital-Highly-Commended-at-40th-Health-Service-Journal-Awards.aspx award environment Sustainability https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-General-Hospital-named-Health-and-Wellbeing-Employer-of-the-Year-at-national-awards.aspx Northampton General Hospital (NGH) has been crowned Health and Wellbeing Employer of the Year, at the fifth Our Health Heroes Awards, for its staff wellbeing services that have supported the workforce, both physically and mentally, during COVID-19 and beyond. Wed, 24 Mar 2021 13:56:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-General-Hospital-named-Health-and-Wellbeing-Employer-of-the-Year-at-national-awards.aspx NGH award winner Wellbeing https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Major-developments-opening-in-2021-at-Northampton-General-Hospital-to-improve-patient-care.aspx Northampton General Hospital's three major developments to improve care and patient and visitor experience are well under way with work on a new £15.9m critical and intensive care unit, designated children's Emergency Department and new Main Entrance all due to open this year. Tue, 23 Mar 2021 14:36:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Major-developments-opening-in-2021-at-Northampton-General-Hospital-to-improve-patient-care.aspx NGH estates development entrance building works Building https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Reintroduction-of-car-parking-charges.aspx From Monday 15th March we will be re-introducing car parking charges across the hospital site for patients and visitors. This will apply in all public car parks.Payments will only be accepted by card or PayByPhone at the current time. Thu, 25 Feb 2021 14:11:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Reintroduction-of-car-parking-charges.aspx parking NHS paybyphone charges park car park Car parking vehicle transport finance money appointment https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-General-Hospital-achieves-NHS-cancer-wait-target.aspx Patients with cancer at Northampton General Hospital are being seen within the NHS target time thanks to service changes and improvements. Wed, 24 Feb 2021 14:19:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-General-Hospital-achieves-NHS-cancer-wait-target.aspx news Cancer Performance target NHS Lung prostate skin service changes improvements https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/RECOVERY-trial-shows-tocilizumab-reduces-deaths-in-patients-hospitalised-with-COVID-19.aspx Patients at Northampton General Hospital have been thanked for taking part in a research trial that has helped to find a drug that can be used to treat people with COVID-19. Fri, 12 Feb 2021 17:57:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/RECOVERY-trial-shows-tocilizumab-reduces-deaths-in-patients-hospitalised-with-COVID-19.aspx COVID COVID-19 Coronavirus Research R&D development Innovation recovery trial tocilzumab treatment news NGH NIRH National Institute for Health Research https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/South-Entrance-closure-for-pedestrians-From-Tuesday-12th-January.aspx South Entrance closure for pedestrians- From Tuesday 12th January Thu, 07 Jan 2021 13:28:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/South-Entrance-closure-for-pedestrians-From-Tuesday-12th-January.aspx closure closed south entrance South entrance building works new entrance https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/COVID-vaccine-scams.aspx Protect yourself and your family members from fraud and criminal activity relating to the COVID vaccine Wed, 30 Dec 2020 10:57:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/COVID-vaccine-scams.aspx COVID Vaccine COVID-19 Coronavirus jab injection 2020 news vaccination fraud criminal criminals fraudulent https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-General-Hospital-and-Kettering-General-Hospital-make-senior-leadership-appointments.aspx Northampton General Hospital and Kettering General Hospital have announced three senior appointments. Tue, 22 Dec 2020 09:07:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-General-Hospital-and-Kettering-General-Hospital-make-senior-leadership-appointments.aspx KGH Kettering Northampton group Group model NGH news https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-receives-15.9m-to-build-a-new-critical-care-facility.aspx Northampton General will receive £15.9 million to build a new on site critical care facility thanks to capital funding from the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) to upgrade and improve NHS buildings. Fri, 11 Dec 2020 14:09:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-receives-15.9m-to-build-a-new-critical-care-facility.aspx NGH news development government funding Critical Care investment Building build capital ITU HDU https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-General-Hospital-joins-turning-point-In-battle-against-Covid-19-with-first-vaccinations.aspx Northampton General Hospital today (Tuesday December 8, 2020) became one of the first hospitals in the world to start giving out the Covid-19 vaccine. Tue, 08 Dec 2020 14:20:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-General-Hospital-joins-turning-point-In-battle-against-Covid-19-with-first-vaccinations.aspx NGH Northampton general hospital news COVID COVID-19 Vaccine vaccination vaccination hub https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-General-Hospital-one-of-the-first-to-start-biggest-ever-NHS-vaccination-programme.aspx Northampton General Hospital has been unveiled as one of the first COVID vaccination hubs as the NHS begins the biggest immunisation programme in history. Mon, 07 Dec 2020 09:14:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-General-Hospital-one-of-the-first-to-start-biggest-ever-NHS-vaccination-programme.aspx NGH news Vaccine COVID Coronavirus COVID-19 vaccine hub site vaccination https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northamptonshire-placed-in-Tier-2-of-COVID-19-alert-system.aspx Northamptonshire placed in Tier 2 of COVID-19 alert system Thu, 26 Nov 2020 13:59:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northamptonshire-placed-in-Tier-2-of-COVID-19-alert-system.aspx NGH. tier 2 tiers COVID Northampton Northamptonshire COVID-19 government https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-General-Hospital-Shortlisted-for-the-2020-HSJ-Awards.aspx Northampton General Hospital has been shortlisted for the Environmental Sustainability Award at the 2020 HSJ Awards, recognising their outstanding contribution to healthcare. Wed, 25 Nov 2020 17:19:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-General-Hospital-Shortlisted-for-the-2020-HSJ-Awards.aspx NGH healthcare HSJ awards news Awards Celebration Sustainability green Eco energy 2020 https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Launch-of-new-midwifery-continuity-teams-at-NGH.aspx Northampton General Hospital has launched three new midwifery continuity teams, Rose, Iris and Jasmine. These continuity teams mean that expectant mums will see the same midwives throughout pregnancy, birth and post-natal care. Fri, 13 Nov 2020 11:59:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Launch-of-new-midwifery-continuity-teams-at-NGH.aspx Northampton Midwife midwifery pregnant baby birth https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Are-you-pregnant-Protect-yourself-and-your-unborn-baby-from-flu-complications.aspx Are you pregnant? Protect yourself and your unborn baby from flu complications Fri, 13 Nov 2020 09:05:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Are-you-pregnant-Protect-yourself-and-your-unborn-baby-from-flu-complications.aspx pregnant flu Pregnancy flu vaccine public health news https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-remembers-the-Armed-Forces-with-Remembrance-Street.aspx Northampton General Hospital has rebranded its 'Hospital Street' corridor to 'Remembrance Street' for Remembrance Day. Wed, 11 Nov 2020 09:06:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-remembers-the-Armed-Forces-with-Remembrance-Street.aspx Remembrance Day NGH news remembrance poppy https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Join-us-at-our-virtual-AGM.aspx We would like to invite you to join us on Thursday 26th November, 13.00, for our virtual Annual General Meeting. Mon, 09 Nov 2020 16:30:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Join-us-at-our-virtual-AGM.aspx AGM annual general meeting NGH annual meeting live stream https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Kettering-and-Northampton-General-Hospitals-invite-local-people-to-help-shape-how-they-care-for-you.aspx Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals invite local people to help shape how they care for you Fri, 06 Nov 2020 13:50:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Kettering-and-Northampton-General-Hospitals-invite-local-people-to-help-shape-how-they-care-for-you.aspx KGH NGH Kettering Northampton group engagement public sessions opinion news https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Head-of-Volunteer-services-at-Northampton-General-recognised-in-Queens-Birthday-Honours.aspx Emma Wimpress, Head of Volunteer Services at Northampton General Hospital, has been awarded with the British Empire Medal in the Queen's Birthday Honours List 2020, for her services to volunteering services during Covid-19. Fri, 09 Oct 2020 23:14:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Head-of-Volunteer-services-at-Northampton-General-recognised-in-Queens-Birthday-Honours.aspx Emma Wimpress COVID COVID-19 BEM British Empire Medal Queen's Honours volunteer Volunteering birthday honours 2020 https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/New-main-entrance-building-works-underway.aspx Northampton General Hospital has announced that it is investing in a new and innovative hospital entrance to provide staff, patients and visitors a more welcoming and dynamic reception area. Thu, 24 Sep 2020 11:33:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/New-main-entrance-building-works-underway.aspx Northampton hospital Building service improvement building works entrance south entrance https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northamptonshire-families-urged-to-talk-about-organ-donation.aspx During Organ Donation Week, September 7 to 13, NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) and Northampton General Hospital are urging people to talk to their families about organ donation and increase the number of people whose lives can be saved or transformed through organ transplant. Mon, 07 Sep 2020 16:06:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northamptonshire-families-urged-to-talk-about-organ-donation.aspx organ donation organ donation NHSBT blood and transplant transplant organ transplant september https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Blood-taking-unit-introduces-online-booking-system.aspx Patients wanting to book blood taking appointments can now use an online booking process to manage their appointments. Thu, 03 Sep 2020 14:37:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Blood-taking-unit-introduces-online-booking-system.aspx online BTU blood taking Blood Taking Unit blood Phlebotomy samples bloods appointment swiftqueue https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Help-us-to-celebrate-staff-and-volunteers-at-NGH.aspx Nominations are now open for the 2020 Best Possible Care Awards Sat, 29 Aug 2020 12:48:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Help-us-to-celebrate-staff-and-volunteers-at-NGH.aspx nominations BPC Best Possible Care Awards Celebration 2020 virtual awards ceremony staff Recognition https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-receives-2.9m-to-upgrade-AE-facilities.aspx NGH to receive £2.9m to upgrade A&E facilities by 2021. Tue, 11 Aug 2020 12:45:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-receives-2.9m-to-upgrade-AE-facilities.aspx ED A&E children's A&E pedoatroc Paediatric A&E https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-General-staff-and-patients-contribute-to-major-COVID-breakthrough.aspx Teams at Northampton General Hospital have played a key role in a major breakthrough for the treatment of COVID. Mon, 29 Jun 2020 15:10:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-General-staff-and-patients-contribute-to-major-COVID-breakthrough.aspx NGH COVID breakthrough treatment trial recovery https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Gordon-is-reunited-with-his-family-after-86-days.aspx Gordon Anderson, a patient who had COVID-19 at Northampton General Hospital, has returned home to his family after 86 days in hospital. Sat, 20 Jun 2020 13:45:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Gordon-is-reunited-with-his-family-after-86-days.aspx COVID COVID-19 patient recovery Gordon A&E clap send off Critical Care Finedon news. 2020 https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Face-masks-and-coverings.aspx Visitors and people attending outpatients' appointments at NGH must wear a face mask or face covering at all times from 15 June 2020. Sat, 13 Jun 2020 16:54:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Face-masks-and-coverings.aspx coronavirus COVID-19 fask mask https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/A-special-thank-you-to-children-and-families-supporting-NGH-staff.aspx Dr Sonia Swart, Chief Executive at Northampton General Hospital has sent personalised letters and activity booklets to children and family members of NGH staff. During the past three weeks, 2,000 letters have been sent to thank children for supporting their loved ones at home during this difficult time with a personalised note and fun-filled NGH activity booklet. Thu, 11 Jun 2020 14:54:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/A-special-thank-you-to-children-and-families-supporting-NGH-staff.aspx Children families supporting NGH staff supporting NGH NGH personalised letters activity booklets for children activity booklets children's activities NHS Libby Dr Sonia Swart Macmillan Acute Oncology CNS Natalie HCA Phoebe & Axel Coronavirus COVID COVID-19 Corvid CORVID-19 https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Free-colouring-sheets-for-a-rainy-day.aspx Grab your favourite colouring pens and pencils and join in! Thu, 04 Jun 2020 17:00:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Free-colouring-sheets-for-a-rainy-day.aspx colour colouring pens pencils art design thank you. nhs https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-to-offer-three-community-maternity-hubs.aspx From 1st June the midwifery teams at Northampton General Hospital will be opening three community maternity hubs for women to see a community midwife about their pregnancy. Fri, 22 May 2020 17:57:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-to-offer-three-community-maternity-hubs.aspx community Midwife midwifery hubs franklins gardens saints danetre weston favell pregnant Pregnancy COVID Coronavirus service change https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-reinstates-home-birth-service.aspx The home birth service, provided by the midwifery team at Northampton General Hospital, will be reinstated from 22nd May after a temporary suspension due to Covid-19. Wed, 20 May 2020 09:33:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-reinstates-home-birth-service.aspx home birth . homebirth Maternity midwifery service COVID COVID-19 Coronavirus maternity care care baby birthing https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/A-first-in-robotic-automation-for-Northampton-General.aspx Northampton General Hospital have started using Robotic Process Automation (RPA) technology to plan the care of COVID-19 patients. Tue, 19 May 2020 12:36:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/A-first-in-robotic-automation-for-Northampton-General.aspx RPA robotic process automation COVID-19 Coronavirus COVID oxygen O2 tech technology automation anywhere https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Christine's-COVID-recovery-sparks-pogo-athon-fundraising.aspx A 71 year old grandmother of six has inspired family fundraising in honour of the hospital that saved her life after she contracted COVID-19. Tue, 12 May 2020 16:49:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Christine's-COVID-recovery-sparks-pogo-athon-fundraising.aspx COVID Coronavirus christine leggett recovery COVID-19 fundraise fundraising pogostick https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/National-award-for-Head-of-Midwifery-at-Northampton-General.aspx The Deputy Director of Midwifery at Northampton General Hospital has won a national midwifery award, for her work to transform midwifery services. Tue, 05 May 2020 18:59:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/National-award-for-Head-of-Midwifery-at-Northampton-General.aspx director midwifery award win celebrate celebrations Midwife RCM royal college of midwives UoN University of Northampton student placement winner https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Public-urged-to-get-to-know-the-signs-and-symptoms-of-Type1-diabetes.aspx Doctors at Northampton General Hospital and Diabetes UK are asking the public to familiarise themselves with the signs and symptoms of Type 1 diabetes.People are urged to seek medical advice if they or their children have the symptoms of Type 1 diabetes. Wed, 29 Apr 2020 15:56:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Public-urged-to-get-to-know-the-signs-and-symptoms-of-Type1-diabetes.aspx Type 1 diabetes Four Ts symptoms https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Rapid-coronavirus-testing-underway-at-Northampton-General.aspx Northampton General launches rapid testing to identify patients with COVID-19 in under four hours. Tue, 28 Apr 2020 09:24:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Rapid-coronavirus-testing-underway-at-Northampton-General.aspx Rapid testing COVID-19 Coronavirus laboratory test COVID NGH news https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-General-takes-first-delivery-of-new-breathing-aids.aspx Northampton General Hospital have taken delivery of new Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) devices to be used in the fight against COVID-19. Wed, 22 Apr 2020 09:46:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-General-takes-first-delivery-of-new-breathing-aids.aspx NGH CPAP Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Coronavirus COVID-19 Mercedes AMG brixworth UCL University College London https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Group-management-model-announcement.aspx A chief executive has been appointed for the Group Management Model for Kettering and Northampton general hospitals. Thu, 16 Apr 2020 14:02:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Group-management-model-announcement.aspx management group model NGH KGH https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Guidance-on-child-health-during-coronavirus-COVID-19.aspx During coronavirus (COVID-19) we are asking parents and carers to make sure they seek medical advice as soon as it's needed for their children. Mon, 13 Apr 2020 12:57:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Guidance-on-child-health-during-coronavirus-COVID-19.aspx Children COVID-19 Coronavirus COVID Child Childrens health Paediatric paediatrics https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/GP-Practices-and-Pharmacy-opening-times-co.aspx GP Practices and Pharmacies in the Midlands will be open during the Easter holiday period, NHS England and NHS Improvement Midlands has confirmed today. Fri, 10 Apr 2020 10:29:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/GP-Practices-and-Pharmacy-opening-times-co.aspx Easter 2019 opening pharmacy GP midlands Northamptonshire access bank holiday https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Covid-19-testing-for-NHS-staff.aspx INorthampton General Hospital has introduced staff testing for covid-19. Mon, 30 Mar 2020 16:29:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Covid-19-testing-for-NHS-staff.aspx COVID-19 Coronavirus swabbing staff testing https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Half-a-dozen-winners-for-NGH-in-Apprentice-Awards.aspx Celebrations are underway at Northampton General Hospital, as six staff members are winners at the annual Northamptonshire Health and Care Partnership Apprenticeship Awards. Fri, 14 Feb 2020 14:26:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Half-a-dozen-winners-for-NGH-in-Apprentice-Awards.aspx apprentice Awards news NGH TeamNGH apprentice awards health care partnership education learning award local celebrate celebrations https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/UK-first-for-patients-with-head-and-neck-cancer-at-Northampton-General-Hospital.aspx Radiotherapy patients at Northampton General Hospital are the first in the UK to be benefitting from the use of artificial intelligence for treating head and neck cancer. Fri, 07 Feb 2020 10:37:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/UK-first-for-patients-with-head-and-neck-cancer-at-Northampton-General-Hospital.aspx radiotherapy Cancer AI artifical intelligence tech technology advances Head and Neck nead neck Oncology https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Who-do-you-leave-behind-if-you-leave-it-too-late.aspx Northampton General Hospital and Kettering General Hospital, are asking people to think about which NHS service they can use next time they feel unwell with a new countywide communications campaign. Thu, 16 Jan 2020 16:25:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Who-do-you-leave-behind-if-you-leave-it-too-late.aspx winter communications NGH KGH Northampton winter campaign county bus advert billboard Campaign winter comms urgent care https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Move-to-group-model-announced-by-NGH-and-KGH.aspx Kettering General Hospital and Northampton General Hospital are moving towards a group management model to strengthen health services in Northamptonshire. This will include the appointment of a group chief executive officer. This signals a firm commitment to greater collaboration, at pace, between the two hospitals and a commitment of the senior management teams to work much more closely together. Thu, 16 Jan 2020 16:25:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Move-to-group-model-announced-by-NGH-and-KGH.aspx Group model NGH KGH collaboration shared services https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/New-Year-joy-as-16-babies-are-welcomed-into-the-New-Year-at-Northampton-General.aspx New parents at Northampton General welcomed 16 babies into the New Year and new decade on 1st January, in what was a very busy start to the New Year for our maternity teams. Thu, 02 Jan 2020 13:59:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/New-Year-joy-as-16-babies-are-welcomed-into-the-New-Year-at-Northampton-General.aspx birth baby new year new years day Birth Centre Maternity newborn Babies Family maternity team news https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Festive-fundraising-for-Gosset-ward.aspx The Fundraising for SCBU Northampton General Group has been spreading Christmas cheer once again for babies and families who will be in the Gosset neonatal ward this Christmas. Tue, 24 Dec 2019 12:31:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Festive-fundraising-for-Gosset-ward.aspx Neonatal ward Gosset fundraising Christmas gifts presents Babies baby Premature https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Cast-of-Pippi-Longstocking-visit-NGH.aspx The cast of Pippi Longstocking met children staying on the Children's wards to show them photos from the show ahead of a live broadcast on Radio Nene Valley. Tue, 24 Dec 2019 12:15:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Cast-of-Pippi-Longstocking-visit-NGH.aspx Theatre cast visit Christmas cheer festive Royal and Derngate https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Cobblers-strike-up-Christmas-cheer-at-NGH.aspx On Thursday 19th December players from Northampton Town Football Club visited the Children's wards and A&E to bring some Christmas cheer to the children. Tue, 24 Dec 2019 11:42:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Cobblers-strike-up-Christmas-cheer-at-NGH.aspx Football NTFC Christmas cheer visit Northampton Town Football Club festive https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Volunteer's-vocal-talents-spread-Christmas-cheer-at-Northampton-Hospital.aspx Volunteers at Northampton General Hospital have joined forces with students at Northampton College to record a Christmas charity single in aid of the hospital volunteer service. Fri, 13 Dec 2019 09:25:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Volunteer's-vocal-talents-spread-Christmas-cheer-at-Northampton-Hospital.aspx single song recording Charity fundraise volunteer Volunteering volunteer services festive 12 days of christmas fundraisers buggy Buggy Service transport sing singing singers money charitable download Emma Wimpress volunteer team https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northamptonshire-Charity-Lights-Up-a-Life-at-Northampton-General.aspx The Northamptonshire Health Charity and Northampton General Hospital are remembering and honouring loved ones during the festive season with their tree of light. Mon, 09 Dec 2019 16:23:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northamptonshire-Charity-Lights-Up-a-Life-at-Northampton-General.aspx NHC Northamptonshire Health Charity tree Christmas light festive light up a life Charity donation support https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-Saints-spread-Christmas-cheer-at-NGH.aspx On Tuesday (3rd December) the Northampton Saints took a break away from the rugby pitch, to spread some Christmas cheer to patients, visitors and staff at Northampton General Hospital. Fri, 06 Dec 2019 15:14:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-Saints-spread-Christmas-cheer-at-NGH.aspx saints Northampton NFRU northampton saints rugby team local visit Christmas presents travis perkins appeal donation children's wards sport community https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Health-and-Wellbeing-Shortlisted-for-National-Award.aspx Staff wellbeing has been recognised at NGH as being one of the best offerings by NHS England and NHS Improvement and the Burdett Trust. Mon, 18 Nov 2019 16:31:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Health-and-Wellbeing-Shortlisted-for-National-Award.aspx Wellbeing staff award nomination shortlist celebrate nominate Health and Wellbeing Burdett Trust NHS England NHS Improvement https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Light-up-a-Life-Celebration-Event.aspx Come and join us at the Light Up A Life Celebration Event from Northamptonshire Health Charity Fri, 15 Nov 2019 11:14:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Light-up-a-Life-Celebration-Event.aspx light up a life light Christmas tree lighting ceremony Choir christmas tree NHC charitable Charity december greenheart Northamptonshire Health Charity https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Samukeliso-shortlisted-for-International-Midwifery-Award.aspx Congratulations to Samukeliso Tennyson, a midwife at Northampton General Hospital, who has been shortlisted for an International Midwifery Award. Mon, 11 Nov 2019 16:32:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Samukeliso-shortlisted-for-International-Midwifery-Award.aspx sam samukeliso tennyson award Celebration Midwife midwifery UK midwife international award maternity expo news TeamNGH nursing and midwifery https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Familiar-faces-for-families-in-Northampton.aspx Two new teams have launched at Northampton General Hospital providing support and a familiar team of midwives caring for families from antenatal appointments through to birth and postnatal care. Mon, 11 Nov 2019 11:31:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Familiar-faces-for-families-in-Northampton.aspx Pregnancy Midwife midwives team sapphire emerald launch news NGH News Maternity community midwifery home birth hospital birth pregnant post natal care caring Antenatal appointments Family mother father baby https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Can-you-give-a-gift-to-a-patient-this-Christmas.aspx Northamptonshire Health Charity is once again supporting Northampton General Hospital with their annual Christmas Gift appeal. Fri, 01 Nov 2019 15:33:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Can-you-give-a-gift-to-a-patient-this-Christmas.aspx NHCF greenheart Charity support Christmas appeal donation donate fundraise xmas gift gifts collection donations presents winter https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Providing-a-boost-of-support-for-patients-with-breast-cancer.aspx Patients who undergo a mastectomy or breast removal surgery at Northampton General Hospital will now receive a free suitable post-operative bra to wear during their recovery, thanks to local charity Crazy Hats Breast Appeal. It is hoped that the new bras will support patients through the next steps in their treatment and recovery and take away the daunting process of buying a bra post-surgery. Tue, 29 Oct 2019 08:36:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Providing-a-boost-of-support-for-patients-with-breast-cancer.aspx crazy hats Cancer breast cancer Charity support bra donation mastectomy post-operative recovery help bras treatment breast care news NGH Avon Crazy Hats Breast Cancer Appeal Amoena https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/CQC-calls-for-improvements-but-praises-quality-of-care.aspx Frontline staff at NGH have been praised by the Care Quality Commission for their kindness and compassion shown to vulnerable people, the good care they provide to patients and the high quality interactions between patients and staff. Thu, 24 Oct 2019 10:30:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/CQC-calls-for-improvements-but-praises-quality-of-care.aspx CQC report inspection 2019 reporting Rating imporvement standards care quality commission https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-General-Hospital-maintains-reduction-in-perinatal-deaths-for-fifth-consecutive-year.aspx Northampton General Hospital are proud to be part of a UK wide reduction in the loss of a baby in pregnancy, during labour and the first 28 days following birth. Mon, 21 Oct 2019 11:10:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-General-Hospital-maintains-reduction-in-perinatal-deaths-for-fifth-consecutive-year.aspx NGH news Northampton Pregnancy birth stillbirth results report national HQUIP https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-General-Hospital-urging-patients-to-use-other-NHS-services.aspx We are experiencing intense pressure on our accident and emergency department and are urging people to choose the most appropriate service for their needs and seek advice as soon as they start to feel unwell. Tue, 15 Oct 2019 10:34:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-General-Hospital-urging-patients-to-use-other-NHS-services.aspx A&E winter pressures cancel cancelled cancellation NHS 111 pharmacy pharmacist support community https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Meet-our-Best-Possible-Care-Award-Winners.aspx Meet our 2019 Best Possible Care Award winners! Mon, 14 Oct 2019 12:03:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Meet-our-Best-Possible-Care-Award-Winners.aspx BPC Best Possible Care Awards Recognition celebrate win winners https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-wins-national-Health-Technology-Award.aspx NGH wins national Health Technology Award! Mon, 14 Oct 2019 09:45:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-wins-national-Health-Technology-Award.aspx NGH news award celebrate Celebration win winner winning entry submission HTN health tech health technology award https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-supports-Baby-Loss-Awareness-Week.aspx The front of the maternity unit at Northampton General Hospital will be turning pink and blue in support of Baby Loss Awareness Week 2019. Thu, 10 Oct 2019 11:23:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-supports-Baby-Loss-Awareness-Week.aspx Maternity baby loss awareness week BLAW light blue pink support ceremony SANDS Bereavement https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-General-Hospital's-oldest-volunteer-celebrates-her-90th-birthday.aspx Staff members at Northampton General Hospital were lucky enough to join in with birthday celebrations of long serving volunteer, Gillian Welch, who has celebrated her 90th Birthday while volunteering at her regular spot on the Billing Road entrance welcome desk. Staff at the hospital joined together to wish Gillian a happy birthday, share birthday cake and a present a gift. Wed, 09 Oct 2019 12:58:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-General-Hospital's-oldest-volunteer-celebrates-her-90th-birthday.aspx birthday volunteer Volunteering gillian welch billing road 90th birthday gift welcome desk reception desk Emma Wimpress https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/A-superhero-celebration-for-2019-award-winners.aspx The 2019 Best Possible Care award winners were crowned on Friday 27th September in a celebration fit for the superheroes of Northampton General Hospital. Mon, 30 Sep 2019 16:43:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/A-superhero-celebration-for-2019-award-winners.aspx BPC Best Possible Care Awards 2019 winners award Celebration superhero win nomination BPC care hero https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northamptonshire-organisations-come-together-to-inspire-the-next-generation-of-readers.aspx Thanks to the generosity of local businesses, Northampton General Hospital are proud to have partnered with local charity Baby Basics Northampton to provide books for their new parent baskets. Wed, 18 Sep 2019 16:55:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northamptonshire-organisations-come-together-to-inspire-the-next-generation-of-readers.aspx baby basics baby news newborn igloo books Charity partnership https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-marks-first-ever-World-Patient-Safety-Day.aspx Northampton General Hospital have been championing patient safety and highlighting the importance of speaking up for patient safety with a series of events at the hospital to mark the first ever World Patient Safety Day. Wed, 18 Sep 2019 08:43:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-marks-first-ever-World-Patient-Safety-Day.aspx WPSD world patient safety day news NGH patient safety WHO https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Generosity-helps-Gosset-ward-to-refurbish-expressing-room.aspx Thanks to the generosity of local fundraisers of the Northamptonshire Health Charity, a newly refurbished expressing room has opened for new mums on Gosset ward at Northampton General. Mon, 16 Sep 2019 15:14:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Generosity-helps-Gosset-ward-to-refurbish-expressing-room.aspx NHC Charity donation fundraise thank you news NGH Gosset ward expressing room SDM shared decision making charitable donate fundraisers refurbishment https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-is-'Up-for-the-Cup'-with-ambitious-recycling-project.aspx Northampton General Hospital is teaming up with six other Northampton organisations, on a mission to up the town's green credentials as part of a new, national recycling campaign to recycle coffee cups. Fri, 13 Sep 2019 14:41:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-is-'Up-for-the-Cup'-with-ambitious-recycling-project.aspx news NGH Northampton Northamptonshire recycle Sustainability up the cup UoN partnership community Northampton general hospital https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NHS-warning-to-parents-as-'asthma-season'-hits.aspx The NHS is calling on parents to keep asthma medicine close at hand this week, with children up to three times more likely to need medical help as the school year starts. Fri, 06 Sep 2019 10:31:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NHS-warning-to-parents-as-'asthma-season'-hits.aspx NHS asthma warning september season NHS advice https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Were-supporting-Organ-Donation-Week.aspx Northampton General Hospital are supporting Organ Donation Week 2019. Mon, 02 Sep 2019 14:20:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Were-supporting-Organ-Donation-Week.aspx organ donation organ donation week transplant NHS BT donate organ donate https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-finance-team-are-future-focussed.aspx Congratulations to the NGH finance team who have been awarded with the Future Focused Finance Towards Excellence Accreditation at level one. Wed, 28 Aug 2019 14:09:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-finance-team-are-future-focussed.aspx finance award accreditation FFF future focused finance finance team department NHS national excellence news https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/New-estimates-show-7000-five-year-olds-in-the-East-Midlands-have-yet-to-be-fully-immunised-against-MMR.aspx As thousands of parents across the East Midlands prepare their children to start primary school in the next few weeks, Public Health England (PHE) East Midlands is warning that 7000 5-year olds in the region may not be fully up-to-date with some routine immunisations. Mon, 19 Aug 2019 14:40:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/New-estimates-show-7000-five-year-olds-in-the-East-Midlands-have-yet-to-be-fully-immunised-against-MMR.aspx MMR immunised injection immunisation measles mumps rubella German measles Vaccine MMR Vaccine Children child mmr public health public health england immunisation records east midlands east midlands mmr value of vaccines infants mmr dose diphtheria whooping cough tetanus polio department of education vaccination coverage PHE school needle outbreak vax antivax anti vaxination vanessa macgregor communicable communicable disease communicable disease control NHS childhood immunisation primary school 4-in-1 booster vaccine booster vaccine World Health Organisation https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Cavell-award-in-memory-of-star-nurse-Jackie.aspx A former Northampton General Hospital nurse, Jackie Phillips, has become a posthumous winner of a Cavell Star Award. Thu, 08 Aug 2019 15:33:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Cavell-award-in-memory-of-star-nurse-Jackie.aspx posthumous winner cavell nurses nursing Awards former employee staff jackie phillips cavell trust https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/A-wellbeing-welcome-for-junior-doctors-at-NGH.aspx Northampton General Hospital have been welcoming their new cohort of junior doctors with a special self-care pack to remind them to look after themselves in their new role. Wed, 07 Aug 2019 16:37:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/A-wellbeing-welcome-for-junior-doctors-at-NGH.aspx Wellbeing self-care care self health Health and Wellbeing NGH Northampton hospital Junior jnr dr doctor junior doctors FY1 FY2 doctors new staff welcome packs selfcare wellness well being https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Chief-People-Officer-appointed-for-NGH-and-KGH.aspx The Trust Boards at both Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust and Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust are pleased to announce that they have agreed to appoint a Chief People Officer across both organisations. Mark Smith, the current Director of Human Resources and Organisational Development at Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, will be seconded into the role. Wed, 31 Jul 2019 14:47:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Chief-People-Officer-appointed-for-NGH-and-KGH.aspx NGH KGH Chief People Officer HR OD Mark Smith Janine Brennan https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Our-nursing-associates-first-in-the-country-to-receive-prestigious-Cavell-Star-Award.aspx Celebrations are underway at Northampton General Hospital this week, as two of the UK's first nursing associates are awarded the prestigious Cavell star award. Nadeza and Emma received the award for their outstanding contribution to raising the profile of the nursing associate role. The Cavell star is presented by the Cavell Nurses' Trust, a charity that helps nurses, midwives and healthcare assistants when they are suffering personal or financial hardship. Wed, 24 Jul 2019 17:05:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Our-nursing-associates-first-in-the-country-to-receive-prestigious-Cavell-Star-Award.aspx nursing Nursing Associates nursing associate cavell Cavell Nursing trust cavell star cavell award first nursing associates nadeza rappensbergova emma green Theatres Main Theatres gynaecology theatres UoN University of Northampton northampton uni student nurse healthcare professional pre-registation lead mandy massey Sheran Oke Director of Nursing Director of Midwifery Director of Patient Services john orchard Northampton Northamptonshire Northampton general hospital https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Best-Possible-Care-Awards-Shortlist-Announced.aspx We're delighted to announce our Best Possible Care shortlisted nominees for 2019! Wed, 24 Jul 2019 15:12:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Best-Possible-Care-Awards-Shortlist-Announced.aspx BPC Best Possible Care award Awards Recognition Celebration shortlist award scheme Daisy everyday heroes BPC awards september 2019 https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-recognised-for-having-the-'Meds-Factor'.aspx The surgical practice development team have been shortlisted for a Nursing Times award thanks to their work to teach staff about new medications in a fun and informative way. Wed, 24 Jul 2019 12:33:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-recognised-for-having-the-'Meds-Factor'.aspx Nursing Times Practice Development NT Awards shortlisting Recognition Staff Award Celebration medication meds meds factor https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/DAISY-honourees-celebrated.aspx Northampton General Hospital's DAISY award honourees have been celebrating their successes with an afternoon tea event. Wed, 03 Jul 2019 16:55:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/DAISY-honourees-celebrated.aspx Daisy Awards staff recognition Nurse nurses Midwife midwifery Celebration Barnes America award winners honourees https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Nurses-gain-national-recognition-for-their-work-at-Northampton-General-Hospital.aspx Fri, 28 Jun 2019 10:52:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Nurses-gain-national-recognition-for-their-work-at-Northampton-General-Hospital.aspx CNO Chief Nurse nursing excellence award national award Recognition nurses CNO badge news Celebration staff recognition NGH Ruth May Susan Aitkenhead Deputy Cheif Nurse https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Join-us-and-celebrate-Team-NGH.aspx Wed, 26 Jun 2019 09:39:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Join-us-and-celebrate-Team-NGH.aspx BPC Best Possible Care Awards 2019 recognise Recognition celebrate Celebration Feedback staff volunteers award prize https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Teamwork-praised-at-Northampton-General-Hospital-.aspx Tue, 25 Jun 2019 16:27:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Teamwork-praised-at-Northampton-General-Hospital-.aspx news NGH News patients inpatient CQC Survey national rating care quality commission information score https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Have-you-recently-undergone-cancer-treatment.aspx Tue, 25 Jun 2019 09:41:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Have-you-recently-undergone-cancer-treatment.aspx Cancer news Macmillan Survey help Feedback patient feedback new service development patient support Oncology treatment experience https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Your-experiences-of-surgical-procedures-at-Northampton-General-Hospital.aspx Mon, 24 Jun 2019 15:02:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Your-experiences-of-surgical-procedures-at-Northampton-General-Hospital.aspx Survey Comments Feedback Theatres pre-op experience survey monkey patient experience https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Celebrating-biomedical-science-day-at-NGH.aspx Fri, 21 Jun 2019 14:38:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Celebrating-biomedical-science-day-at-NGH.aspx biomedical science scientist biomedical science Celebration day histo Histopathology Pathology micro Microbiology biology summer Insight magazine news NGH News https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Join-us-at-our-Annual-General-Meeting-Friday-5-July.aspx Wed, 19 Jun 2019 17:17:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Join-us-at-our-Annual-General-Meeting-Friday-5-July.aspx AGM annual general meeting annual general meeting AGMS year annual review review 2019 2018 https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Summer-2019-Insight-Magazine-Now-available.aspx Wed, 19 Jun 2019 10:58:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Summer-2019-Insight-Magazine-Now-available.aspx Insight magazine summer 2019 edition news newsletter newspaper mag In sight https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-makes-Nursing-Times-Workforce-Awards-finals-in-two-categories.aspx Wed, 22 May 2019 17:39:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-makes-Nursing-Times-Workforce-Awards-finals-in-two-categories.aspx Nursing Times Workforce Awards 2019 NGH finalists NGH Nursing Times Workforce Awards 2019 finalist https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-Shortlisted-for-National-Patient-Safety-Award.aspx Wed, 22 May 2019 15:42:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-Shortlisted-for-National-Patient-Safety-Award.aspx HSJ Awards 2019 infection prevention and control MRSA HSJ Awards 2019 Patient Safety infection prevention and control HSJ Awards 2019 patient safety NGH https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-keeps-it-green.aspx Tue, 21 May 2019 14:06:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-keeps-it-green.aspx Sustainability eco friendly environment NGH Northampton General Hospital Investors in the Environment https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-General-Hospital-joins-wave-of-Veteran-Aware-hospitals-improving-care-for-the-armed-forces-community.aspx Thu, 16 May 2019 15:57:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Northampton-General-Hospital-joins-wave-of-Veteran-Aware-hospitals-improving-care-for-the-armed-forces-community.aspx veteran aware armed forces army navy RAF veterans support reservists veteran aware supporting https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Your-chance-to-reward-NGH-staff-that-have-gone-over-and-above-to-deliver-the-best-possible-care.aspx Thu, 16 May 2019 15:52:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Your-chance-to-reward-NGH-staff-that-have-gone-over-and-above-to-deliver-the-best-possible-care.aspx Awards staff recognition award congratulations staff volunteers thank you Staff Awards Celebration nominate nominations https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Local-hospitals-sign-up-to-support-victims-and-witnesses-of-crime.aspx Fri, 29 Mar 2019 10:02:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Local-hospitals-sign-up-to-support-victims-and-witnesses-of-crime.aspx NGH KGH Northampton general hospital Kettering General Hospital Voice victim support https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/We-are-baby-friendly.aspx Mon, 11 Mar 2019 11:13:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/We-are-baby-friendly.aspx Northampton Northampton General Northampton general hospital baby newborn northampton baby northampton newborn northampton accreditation UNICEF baby friendly hospital Northampton Hospital award breastfeeding breastfeeding northampton baby friendly status northampton baby friendly status kate bates infant feeding coordinator mothers new mother Baby Friendly Initiative Unicef Baby Friendly Initiative https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-celebrates-Northamptonshires-first-qualified-nursing-associates.aspx Fri, 08 Feb 2019 14:08:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-celebrates-Northamptonshires-first-qualified-nursing-associates.aspx news NGH Northamptonshire University of Northampton Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust Northampton general hospital 2019 Celebration celebrate Event Working together Nursing Associates https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-maternity-care-rated-highly-by-the-Care-Quality-Commission.aspx Tue, 29 Jan 2019 16:43:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/NGH-maternity-care-rated-highly-by-the-Care-Quality-Commission.aspx Maternity care quality commission Northampton general hospital https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Skill-and-dedication-of-NHS-staff-praised-as-health-service-productivity-outstrips-the-rest-of-the-economy.aspx Mon, 14 Jan 2019 13:47:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Skill-and-dedication-of-NHS-staff-praised-as-health-service-productivity-outstrips-the-rest-of-the-economy.aspx NHS ONS ONS Statistics Statistics productivity Office for National Statistics Simon Stevens Long Term Plan Ian Dalton NHS Improvement NHS Staff staff Staffing Ian Alton Health Service GDP https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Top-marks-for-Northamptonshires-stroke-services.aspx Stroke patients in Northamptonshire are receiving the best care in the UK Mon, 14 Jan 2019 10:04:00 GMT https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/News/Articles/AllNews/Top-marks-for-Northamptonshires-stroke-services.aspx stroke services Eleanor ward hyper-acute stroke SSNAP