Belfast facility promises better birthing experience

Graham-BAM Healthcare said: “This achievement marks a significant advancement in healthcare infrastructure, promising to enhance the birthing experience for over 5,000 women annually who rely on the Royal Jubilee Maternity Service. The completion of this state-of-the-art facility, valued at approximately £85 million, signifies a commitment to revolutionise maternity care in Belfast. Delivered by the GBHP, … Read more

Financial close reached on Velindre Cancer Centre

The new facility is being developed in compliance with the Wellbeing of Future Generations (Wales) Act 2015, and – the developers say – is set to become one of the UK’s most sustainable hospitals.  The new hospital is part of Velindre University NHS Trust’s Transforming Cancer Services in South East Wales Programme. The Trust says … Read more

All-electric tugs for Bury St Edmunds hospital

Leased on a five-year contract, with an option to extend, the PT400 pedestrian tow tractors have been acquired as a part of a fleet replacement programme, after their predecessors – a fleet of six PT300s also procured by West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust directly through Bradshaw almost a decade ago – had reached the end … Read more

Surrey hospital welcomes first da Vinci surgical robot

Kingston Hospital Charity has funded Kingston the robotic system through donations from philanthropist Dame Marit Mohn and local residents. Manufactured by Intuitive Surgical, the da Vinci Xi robot comprises three parts: The patient cart (robot), housing the camera and four instrument arms that the surgeon uses to perform surgery. The surgeon console, which the surgeon … Read more

Bristol CDC will be InHealth’s largest diagnostic centre in England

North Bristol NHS Trust (NBT) will be offering appointments at the new facility, by ASDA at Cribbs Causeway, from this month. The CDC is part of the UK Government’s commitment to support NHS recovery following the COVOD pandemic, and will enable NBT to provide 45,000 diagnostic procedures every year, in partnership with InHealth as an … Read more

Tap range ‘encourages hygiene, water conservation, and cost savings’

Cistermiser’s smart solution to the issue – the Vecta+ infrared tap range – is designed ‘to curb excess water flow and deliver significant financial savings for customers’. The Vecta+ series combines infrared technology and practical design ‘for a touchless, hygienic experience’. The supplier said: “Versatile in power options, these sensor taps can operate via mains … Read more

‘Cutting-edge’ smart locker solutions

The partnership will see the storage manufacturer supply lockers integrated with eLocker’s ‘state-of-the-art’ cloud-managed digital locks. Part of the Whittan Group, and with over 70 years’ experience supplying storage solutions across diverse sectors, LinkLockers customers have ‘long benefited from a legacy of reliable, innovative product solutions’. Alongside other trusted Whittan brands such as Probe, Link51, … Read more

Laing O’Rourke to build new A&E Building at Calderdale Royal

The project will deliver a new adult and children’s accident and emergency department with resuscitation bays and assessment rooms, and 10 new inpatient wards. Laing O’Rourke was chosen for its ‘expertise in delivering high-quality, sustainable modern hospitals, and for its commitment to embedding social value throughout the programme’. Brendan Brown, the Trust’s CEO, said: “This … Read more

Topping out for Winchester’s new ‘ultra-energy-efficient’ new medical centre

The new surgery will provide state-of-the-art accommodation for staff and patients, featuring 16 consulting rooms, three treatment rooms, administration facilities, a reception, and larger waiting areas.  The new building also includes an interactive health hub, space for Primary Care Network services, a chiropractor, plus other ancillary health services. Expansion space has also been built in … Read more

Scientists at Riyadh hospital identify new bacterium

The scientists say the discovery ‘signifies a major advancement in understanding how bacteria interact with existing drugs, paving the way for innovative therapeutic strategies’. KFSH&RC said: “Such efforts are essential in the global fight against antibiotic-resistant bacteria, highlighting KFSH&RC’s advanced research capabilities and its leading role in fostering scientific discoveries and enhancing patient care. The … Read more

Project managers say Net Zero achievable but call for more expertise

It comes after new figures showed UK emissions fell by 5.7% in 2023 to the lowest level since 1879, according to analysis based on preliminary government energy data from the website, Carbon Brief. The APM said: “Our analysis showed that emissions fell to 383 million tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e) last year. Barring the … Read more

Decontamination building for King George Hospital built offsite

Built offsite, the building is seamlessly linked to the existing endoscopy facility on the Trust’s estate, which was handed over last December. The Trust required the building to be seamlessly integrated into its existing estate footprint, linking directly with the Juniper Endoscopy Unit (JEU) which houses two procedure rooms and one recovery area. Decontamination facilities … Read more