Medway NHS Foundation Trust

Have you seen the new edition of our Trust magazine? In News@Medway, read the heart-warming story about a baby who was named after the doctor who made his birth possible, plus lots more! 🗞️ Copies are available at Medway Maritime Hospital, or online: https://orlo.uk/t4vXl

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Can you be part of research? Do you have a child aged 3 to 13 years old? We are taking part in the ELSA Diabetes Screening Study and have clinics throughout the summer holidays for anyone who would like their child to take part at Medway Maritime Hospital. The ELSA study is screening children for their risk of Type 1 Diabetes. You can read more about the study at https://orlo.uk/emMaV where you can also consent to take part. The next clinic is on Friday 26 July, 9am to 1pm in our Magpie Outpatients Centre. To book a slot, please contact our Senior Clinical Research Nurse, Laura Adams on [email protected] or 01634 976750. Look out for more clinic dates throughout August. #bepartofresearch #diabetesscreening #Medway

It’s not only medicine and technology that have advanced since maternity services and the Oliver Fisher Neonatal Unit moved from All Saints Hospital to Medway Maritime Hospital 25 years ago. Roles have evolved and the way the NHS grows its workforce has changed too. Among the many new roles created in midwifery and nursing since 1999 are the Digital Midwife and the Practice Development Nurse (PDN). Midwifery degree apprenticeships are also helping maternity support workers (MSWs) and adult nurses make their dreams of becoming a midwife a reality. Head over to our website to find out more https://orlo.uk/IzjjZ

Three-and-a-half-year-old Welsh Terrier Jarvis, is our latest recruit as a hospital therapy dog, and is helping to bring comfort and happiness to patients, visitors and staff on his regular visits to the hospital’s wards. He and his owner Graham aim to pop into the hospital twice a week. Graham said "I’m really touched by the impact Jarvis and the other therapy dogs have on the patients and staff we’ve encountered. It’s a pleasure to spread a little of the joy, I and my family get from Jarvis, with my wider local community.” Read more about Jarvis in our latest edition of News@Medway. https://orlo.uk/pHfEL If you would like to join our team of volunteers or therapy dog team, please contact our Voluntary Services Team: Zoe Goodman, Voluntary Services Manager on 01634 825246 or [email protected].

Medway NHS Foundation Trust is the latest trust to fully implement home oral glucose tolerance testing for expectant mothers at risk of developing gestational diabetes. Watch the video or read the full announcement by clicking the link below. Huge thank you to the team at Medway for their dedication! https://lnkd.in/du5MZK_R #gestationaldiabetes #GDM #OGTT #GTT #femtech #womenshealth #healthtech #gttathome

We’re pleased to announce that we now offer a new test that women can carry out in the comfort of their home to screen for gestational diabetes during pregnancy. The remote oral glucose tolerance testing kit GTT@home, created by Digostics, allows at risk pregnant women to carry out the test at home, at a time that is convenient to them, meaning the test can carried out without delay, treatment can be started earlier and managed if gestational diabetes is detected to help keep both mum and baby safe. Find out more on our website https://orlo.uk/m5MsT

If you use a wheelchair during your visit to the hospital, please return it to main reception when you are leaving. A lack of wheelchairs can have a significant impact on other patients. If you are unable to return your wheelchair, just let a member of staff or volunteer know.

Do you want to take part in a thrilling run around Thorpe Park Resort, where you can run a 5k or 10k? 🎢 You can enjoy everything the Resort has to offer after the race, with Theme Park access included in your race entry! 🎉 🥳 📅 Date: Sunday 1 September, 2024 📍 Location: Thorpe Park, Staines Road, Chertsey, KT16 8PN 🏃♂️ Secure your spot with a £26 non-refundable deposit. 🏃♂️ Commit to raising a minimum of £200 in sponsorship. If you would like to take part and raise money for The Medway Hospital Charity, secure your spot now: https://orlo.uk/Xs5Gb Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience 🤩

We were the first acute Trust in Kent and Medway to offer a Changing Places toilet for people with significant learning and physical disabilities. Changing Places toilets, which are larger than a standard wheelchair accessible toilet, are specially equipped to ensure those who are unable to use a toilet independently, can use the bathroom with dignity and hygienically. Located in the Atrium, Level 2, Green Zone, our facility can be accessed by patients, carers and visitors, as well as staff, who have a radar key. #ChangingPlaces #Medway #Swale #inclusive CHANGING PLACE