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Smart dummies train nurses
Tuesday 28 January 2014
Senior nurses are brushing up their basic nursing skills by practising on manikins in the simulation centre at St Thomas'. The course, which includes taking temperatures using a sensor that fits inside the ear and fitting dressings, has proven to be invaluable.
Children's doctor Claire named NHS 'rising star'
Friday 24 January 2014
A doctor at Evelina London Children's Hospital has been named in Health Service Journal magazine's Rising Stars list.
Improving care for our homeless patients
Tuesday 21 January 2014
A quarter of England's homeless people live in the boroughs of Westminster, Lambeth and Southwark. Many have serious health problems and struggle to access healthcare, so Guy's and St Thomas' have helped set up a team to support these patients when they attend our hospitals.
Hospital heroes catch armed robber
Friday 17 January 2014
Two hospital security officers have received the Metropolitan Police Commissioner's High Commendation. They earned the award for outstanding bravery and determination in pursuing and disarming an armed robber.
Porters share vital role on Twitter
Friday 17 January 2014
Hospital porters gave a unique insight into their vital role as integral members of the NHS team as they took part in a live Twitter event.
Sky News live from A&E
Tuesday 14 January 2014
Last Friday (10 January), Sky News broadcast live all day from St Thomas' A&E, as part of its week-long focus on winter pressures and the health service.
Hospitals are smoke-free for staff
Wednesday 1 January 2014
On 1 January 2014, Guy's and St Thomas' introduced a ban on staff smoking on its premises.
Patients praise St Thomas' Hospital staff in CQC inspection report
Tuesday 24 December 2013
Health watchdog the Care Quality Commission (CQC) highlights praise from patients in a report published today (Tuesday 24 December) following an unannounced inspection visit to St Thomas' Hospital in November.
Video tech speeds up children's heart ops
Thursday 19 December 2013
Telemedicine is being used by heart doctors to ensure that young patients have quicker operations, meaning the children spend less time under anaesthetic.
E-mentoring sets students on the right path
Thursday 19 December 2013
Mentors and students taking part in the Trust's first e-mentoring scheme finally met face-to-face at an NHS careers fair.