Demand in our hospitals – and what to do if you need help

Demand in our hospitals – and what to do if you need help

News & events | 5 Jan 2023

Our emergency departments (EDs) and hospitals are under extreme pressure right now – and we expect them to continue to be very busy over the coming months.
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Meet some of the staff at St George’s, Epsom and St Helier hospitals who are working on Christmas Day

Meet some of the staff at St George’s, Epsom and St Helier hospitals who are working on Christmas Day

News & events | 23 Dec 2022

Many people will – deservedly – be spending Christmas Day with family and friends, opening presents, and enjoying a special dinner. But while they are doing so, nearly 3,000 staff at St George’s, Epsom and St Helier hospitals will be working hard to care for patients in need. Doctors, nurses, …
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Outstanding efforts of NHS staff highlighted as Christmas approaches 

Outstanding efforts of NHS staff highlighted as Christmas approaches 

News & events | 22 Dec 2022

As many families settle down to open their presents, doctors, nurses, porters, cleaners and many other crucial employees at St George’s, Epsom and St Helier hospitals will be working hard to care for patients. 
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Nurses’ strikes at St George’s and Queen Mary’s Hospitals, 30 April – 1 May: information for patients

Nurses’ strikes at St George’s and Queen Mary’s Hospitals, 30 April – 1 May: information for patients

News & events | 20 Dec 2022 | Tags: Emergency Department

Information for patients on strikes. Please continue to attend appointments unless you are contacted directly. We are always open for emergency care, if you need care that is not an emergency please contact NHS 111 or visit your local pharmacy first.
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AFC Wimbledon spread the Christmas cheer to St George’s paediatric wards

AFC Wimbledon spread the Christmas cheer to St George’s paediatric wards

News & events | 20 Dec 2022

AFC Wimbledon’s men and women’s first-team players combined with the AFC Wimbledon Foundation to deliver some early Christmas gifts to patients on our paediatric wards at St George’s  – resulting in smiles aplenty! AFC Wimbledon donates gifts to our paediatric wards every Christmas. This visit was particularly special because it …
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Woman inspires others with world first pregnancy at St George’s

Woman inspires others with world first pregnancy at St George’s

News & events | 13 Dec 2022

A woman with restricted growth wants to inspire others after becoming the first woman in the world with a rare, recessive condition to give birth to a healthy baby.
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Stay safe and well during the cold weather

Stay safe and well during the cold weather

News & events | 7 Dec 2022

With temperatures set to plummet below freezing for the first time since last winter, St George’s, Epsom and St Helier Hospitals Group is advising people to take steps to stay warm and well. The Met Office has issued a cold weather warning for much of the country, including the South …
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Council of Governors elections – open until 27 January

Council of Governors elections – open until 27 January

News & events | 6 Dec 2022

Participating in the elections is a great way to show your support for the Trust and influence how we work.
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Scarlet fever and Group A strep

Scarlet fever and Group A strep

News & events | 6 Dec 2022

The latest data from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) shows that scarlet fever cases continue to remain higher than we would typically see at this time of year.
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NHS HIV testing rollout helps Londoners get treatment at earlier stage

NHS HIV testing rollout helps Londoners get treatment at earlier stage

News & events | 1 Dec 2022

Over 150 people with HIV not receiving treatment have been found by the NHS in London in just six months, following the roll out of routine testing in Emergency Departments (EDs). Routine testing for blood borne viruses (HIV, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C) in all EDs across London started in …
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