21 December 2011

Patients urged to "choose well" this winter|

Doctors and nurses at West Suffolk Hospital joined forces with the region's ambulance service to urge patients to go to the right place for medical help this Christmas so that A&E remains free for those most in need.

20 December 2011

Two wards close due to norovirus|

Two wards at West Suffolk Hospital have closed to new admissions after several patients showed symptoms of norovirus.

19 December 2011

Generous volunteers keep courtyards spic and span|

A dedicated group of volunteers are giving up their free time to help keep the courtyard gardens at West Suffolk Hospital looking spic and span for patients, visitors and staff to enjoy.

14 December 2011

Hospital shows its "healthy ambitions"|

West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust has been presented with a gold "Healthy Ambitions Suffolk" business award in recognition of its commitment to encouraging healthy lifestyles among its staff.

12 December 2011

Cooking up 7,000 festive favourites|

Catering staff at West Suffolk Hospital are all set for Christmas after baking around 7,000 mince pies for patients, visitors and staff to enjoy over the festive season.

9 December 2011

Footballing heroes spread Christmas cheer|

Players from Ipswich Town Football Club will visit West Suffolk Hospital on Tuesday (13 December) to spread some Christmas cheer and hand out presents to patients.

7 December 2011

Trust Chairman Reappointed|

Roger Quince has been reappointed as chairman of the board of West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust by the Appointments Commission.

1 December 2011

Foundation Trust success for West Suffolk|

West Suffolk Hospital has been awarded NHS Foundation Trust status, giving it greater independence and more freedom to develop services tailored to the needs of local people.

28 November 2011

Good practice highlighted in national guide|

West Suffolk Hospital has been named in a national guide after recording low mortality rates and ensuring that patients who have suffered a hip fracture receive surgery quickly.

18 November 2011

West Suffolk’s “flu fairy” picks up her prize|

A dedicated nurse who has found an innovative way of encouraging more frontline staff at West Suffolk Hospital to have the seasonal flu vaccination has been given a national award in recognition of her efforts.

15 November 2011

Initiative showcased on national stage|

An initiative designed to give patients undergoing major foot surgery at West Suffolk Hospital more information about their operation and recovery has been showcased as best practice at a national conference.

10 November 2011

Innovative children’s project shortlisted for award|

An innovative project designed to improve the care which young patients receive when they are unwell has been shortlisted for a prestigious national award.

27 October 2011

MLBU celebrates first birthday|

The first babies to be born in a “home away from home” unit at West Suffolk Hospital are to return to the Trust next week to join in with its first birthday celebrations.

24 October 2011

State-of-the-art upgrade for imaging department|

Analogue equipment in West Suffolk Hospital’s breast imaging department is set to be replaced with state-of-the-art digital machinery as part of a major £1.2m modernisation project.

14 October 2011

WSH scoops national patient safety awards|

Staff at West Suffolk Hospital are celebrating after scooping two prestigious national awards in recognition of their work to ensure patient safety.

11 October 2011

Major investment to improve hospital environment|

A major refurbishment project costing more than £800,000 has begun at West Suffolk Hospital to improve and modernise facilities for patients.

27 September 2011

Doing the rounds to fight the flu |

Rolling out this year’s flu fighter campaign at West Suffolk Hospital will be quicker and easier with the help of a shopping trolley from Asda.

26 September 2011

Come along to the world’s biggest coffee morning |

Patients, visitors and staff at West Suffolk Hospital can enjoy a cuppa and piece of cake while raising vital funds for people with cancer at the world’s biggest coffee morning this Friday (30 September).

14 September 2011

Innovative programme to be showcased at annual public meeting|

A nationally acclaimed programme which provides specially targeted care for vulnerable patients at West Suffolk Hospital will be showcased at the trust’s annual public meeting next week.

30 August 2011

High standards for patients maintained|

Assessors have rated the food at West Suffolk Hospital as “excellent” and its standards of cleanliness and patient privacy and dignity as “good”.

25 August 2011

New group helps Sudbury patients to 'breathe easy'|

People with lung conditions in the Sudbury area have been invited to join a new group offering information, advice and mutual support to help them manage their illness.

9 August 2011

Breast patients to benefit from £200,000 legacy|

A new unit bringing assessment, imaging and diagnostic services for breast patients into one place is to be created at West Suffolk Hospital thanks to a generous legacy of nearly £200,000.

25 July 2011

Gearing up for a charity challenge|

A dedicated team from West Suffolk Hospital are preparing to walk through the night during a 21 hour relay event taking place to raise funds for Cancer Research UK.

22 July 2011

Better access to life-saving drugs|

Stroke patients at West Suffolk Hospital can now access life-saving drugs 24 hours a day following the introduction of new technology which allows specialist doctors to assess their condition remotely.

11 July 2011

Patient honoured as local charity makes generous donation|

A West Suffolk Hospital patient who has successfully managed her type 1 diabetes for 50 years is to receive a medal in recognition of her achievement.

29 June 2011

Parents invited to feedback their views|

The parents of children who have received treatment for foot problems at West Suffolk Hospital will be given the chance to help improve services for future patients during a special tea party taking place on Friday.

28 June 2011

Five stars for hospital catering|

West Suffolk Hospital’s catering service has been awarded five stars for meeting the highest standards of hygiene and food safety.

16 June 2011

Tackling the rugby world cup|

International rugby will descend on Bury St Edmunds this Saturday (18 June) as staff from West Suffolk Hospital take part in their very own world cup.

15 June 2011

State-of-the-art units officially open|

Two state-of-the-art units which have significantly improved the facilities available for patients using West Suffolk Hospital will be officially opened on Friday (17 June).

13 June 2011

Best practice showcased nationally in new NHS film|

An innovative project which has improved the care which orthopaedic patients receive at West Suffolk Hospital is to be showcased nationally as best practice by the Department of Health.

13 June 2011

Vital voluntary service launches at WSH|

Patients at West Suffolk Hospital are to benefit from a new partnership with a growing charity which will provide a vital out of hours service for transporting blood, platelets and other emergency medical items.

17 May 2011

National accreditation for radiology department|

The radiology department at West Suffolk Hospital has become one of only five in the country and the first in the eastern region to achieve a prized national accreditation after meeting high standards for quality and safety.

16 May 2011

Hospital awarded for “exceptional performance”|

Staff at West Suffolk Hospital have been presented with an award in recognition of their efforts to benefit future patients by recovering bone for donation.

12 May 2011

Generous gift to brighten corridors|

A Suffolk artist who has generously donated an original piece of artwork to a charity dedicated to brightening the lives of hospital patients, visitors and staff is to unveil the painting on Tuesday.

11 May 2011

WSH named the country`s “top hospital” for quality of care|

West Suffolk Hospital has been awarded a prestigious national title after being named the country’s top hospital for the quality of care it delivers to its patients.

9 May 2011

Faster treatment for young patients|

More young patients at West Suffolk Hospital are being assessed, treated and discharged within just four hours following the creation of a specialist unit designed to improve care for children.

5 May 2011

Hospital staff show their colours for charity|

Staff at West Suffolk Hospital will show their colours on Tuesday (10 May) when they dress in their favourite team's shirt in return for a charity donation.

28 April 2011

Revised parking charges announced at WSH|

Patients and visitors at West Suffolk Hospital will be asked to pay 10p more to park for up to two hours following the annual review of car parking on the site.

27 April 2011

Innovative service wins international plaudits|

A specialist service which keeps people with chronic breathing problems out of hospital and instead gives them medical support in their own home has been highlighted internationally as best practice.

26 April 2011

Talented artists bring the sights of Africa to WSH|

Young patients at West Suffolk Hospital can now have their x-rays in the heart of the African savanna – thanks to a colourful new mural created by two talented artists.

20 April 2011

Porter of the Year picks up his prize|

A hospital porter has been commended for his dedication, compassion and outstanding contribution to helping West Suffolk run smoothly during a special ceremony earlier today (20 April).

15 April 2011

State-of-the-art unit awarded national accreditation|

West Suffolk Hospital’s endoscopy service has been awarded sought-after national accreditation after meeting the highest standards of quality, safety and training

14 April 2011

Good practice commended as hospital stays MRSA-free|

Good clinical practice in place at West Suffolk Hospital has been commended after new figures showed the trust recorded no cases of MRSA bacteraemia during the past 12 months.

07 April 2011

A CRY from the heart in the run-up to the London Marathon|

A West Suffolk Hospital nurse, whose younger brother died suddenly of a rare heart condition last year, is running in the London Marathon on Sunday 17 April to help to prevent other early deaths.

01 April 2011

WSH shortlisted for prestigious “top hospital” award|

West Suffolk Hospital has been shortlisted for a prestigious national award in recognition of the high quality of care it provides for its patients.

24 March 2011

Celebrating West Suffolk’s Shining Lights|

The outstanding contribution of hospital staff who go above and beyond the call of duty to deliver excellent services, treat people with respect and drive through new innovations will be celebrated at a special ceremony on Thursday (31 March).

24 March 2011

Gearing up for West Suffolk’s world cup|

Hospital staff will get ‘up and at ‘em’ this summer when international rugby descends on Bury St Edmunds as West Suffolk hosts its very own world cup. 

14 March 2011

Innovative scheme to let young patients have their say|

Children using West Suffolk Hospital have been given the chance to feedback views on their care through an innovative project which will shape the way young patients across the country are surveyed in the future.

10 March 2011

A&E named country’s top performing|

West Suffolk Hospital’s A&E unit has been ranked as the country’s best performing after seeing, treating and discharging 99.9% of all patients within four hours.

10 March 2011

Specialist scan for Simon’s skull|

Film/ photo/ interview opportunity: 6.30pm on Wednesday 16 March at West Suffolk Hospital. Staff carry out a CT scan of Simon of Sudbury’s mummified head.

03 March 2011

Non-executive director appointed to hospital board|

The Appointments Commission has appointed a new non-executive director to the board of West Suffolk Hospital NHS Trust.

01 March 2011

New technology to tackle infections|

New technology which significantly reduces the amount of time it takes to deep clean a ward following cases of infection has been introduced at West Suffolk Hospital.

01 March 2011

Stunning snaps brighten hospital corridors|

Eye-catching images taken by a keen group of amateur photographers have been put on display at West Suffolk Hospital to brighten the corridors for patients, staff and visitors.

15 February 2011

More people encouraged to sign up for vital rehab scheme|

Health experts who provide specialist help for respiratory patients are encouraging more people with chronic breathing problems to sign up and reap the benefits of an important rehabilitation scheme.

14 February 2011

Golfers give generous gift|

Staff from West Suffolk Hospital’s Special Care Baby Unit are to receive a cheque for £1,500 – thanks to generous golfers who raised the charity cash through a series of special sporting events.

11 February 2011

Patients to benefit from “pinhole” procedures|

Patients can now access a greater range of “pinhole” procedures without the need for surgery following the creation of a new state-of-the art x-ray suite at West Suffolk Hospital.

08 February 2011

Trust takes top spot for staff training |

West Suffolk Hospital has been named as the top trust in the country for the number of staff completing vital online training courses.

08 February 2011

New data shows death rate improvements|

West Suffolk Hospital has been named as one of just five trusts from across the country to record improvements to its death rate in new data released today.

21 January 2011

Patient`s survey places WSH among countrys best|

A new survey which looks in detail at the experience which cancer patients have while using NHS services has placed West Suffolk Hospital among the country’s best performing trusts in a number of key areas.

11 January 2011

Wards close due to norovirus|

Two wards at West Suffolk Hospital are currently closed to new admissions after several patients showed symptoms of norovirus.

11 January 2011

New director appointed at WSH|

A finance expert with a wealth of NHS experience has been appointed to West Suffolk Hospital NHS Trust as executive director of resources.

04 January 2011

Non-executive director reappointed to hospital board|

The Appointments Commission has reappointed Dr John Benson as a non-executive director on the board of West Suffolk Hospital NHS Trust.