Everyone at #RoyalSurrey wants to wish former cancer patient Erin Kennedy MBE luck as she competes in this year’s Paralympics 🇫🇷 Erin is a world-class rower and will be competing in the opening rounds tomorrow 🚣‍♀️ Read more about her cancer care: ow.ly/RmII50T9ukN

As well as providing radiotherapy in our main Guildford hospital, we have a team at East Surrey Hospital who treat around 45 cancer patients a day. They consistently receive excellent feedback, saying the staff make a challenging time as easy and bearable as possible for them 💙

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) can cause lung infections like bronchiolitis, making it difficult for newborn babies to breathe and causing 20,000 infants to need hospital treatment each year. Talk to your GP or maternity service to schedule yours from 28 weeks of pregnancy.

September is Gynaecological Cancer Awareness Month! The 5 types are: Ovarian Womb Vaginal Cervical Vulval Symptoms like unusual bleeding, pelvic pain, bloating, or persistent itching should not be ignored. Early detection saves lives. #fountaincentre #gynaecancerawarenessmonth

A dementia diagnosis can come as a shock to the person with the condition and those around them. However, there are sources of help and support for everyone involved: nhs.uk/conditions/dem… #WorldAlzheimersMonth

Congrats to nurses, Carlo and James, who completed training allowing them to assess cancer patients suffering from treatment side effects and get them seen and supported faster They are now qualified as specialist nurses and will help reduce waiting times:ow.ly/a8nw50TcCzC

“Know your numbers. Know what your blood pressure is. "You can do it at home, at a pharmacy or in a GP practice. And if you do have high blood pressure, make sure that it’s treated adequately,” Dr Mohit Sharma. #KnowYourNumbers #LivingWithHypertension

Early detection and prevention play a pivotal role in combating gynaecological cancers. Make sure you check out GRACE Charity post that shows what symptoms to watch out for 👀 #GynaeCancerAwarenessMonth #RoyalSurrey #PrivatesMatter

It’s International Day of Charity 💙 Our charity does amazing work transforming the lives of our patients. From providing state-of-the-art equipment and redeveloping wards, to investing in staff development and funding innovative research. Learn more: ow.ly/vvuf50TfwYq

It’s International Day of Charity and we want to shine a light on Fountain Centre They provide psychological support and complementary therapies to our patients with cancer throughout their diagnosis and treatment. Learn more about The Fountain Centre: fountaincentre.org

We’re super proud Erin Kennedy, a former patient at our hospital who won a Paralympic gold medal on Sunday as part of the GB rowing team 🥇 Some of our colleagues who supported Erin Kennedy MBE during her treatment were in Paris to cheer her on 🙌 Congratulations Erin!

We’ve introduced #gynaecology patients to a new pain relief medication thanks to the collaboration between our Gynaecology Outpatients and #Anaesthetic teams. The self-administered painkiller is used during invasive procedures like cervical biopsies. ow.ly/mogm50Thrnv

Bramshott ward is a 28 bedded Elective Orthopaedic and Trauma ward and cares for patients’ undergoing both pre-planned Elective Orthopaedic surgeries and also those having sustained traumatic injury. Let’s show some love for our Bramshott team 💙

Happy #EmergencyServicesDay! Thank you to all our emergency staff across the country. 💙 With roles ranging from a paramedic and call handler to a technician or care assistant, it takes a whole team. Find your own team at healthcareers.nhs.uk #999Day

We’ve launched a pioneering treatment for benign prostate enlargement. The ground-breaking treatment uses laser light transmitted by optical fibres to shrink the size of the prostate, relieving urinary problems and improving quality of life. Read more: ow.ly/axbS50Tj0k7

Repost to share the reminder this #WorldSuicidePreventionDay 👇 Sometimes the hardest words to say are the most important. By having more open conversations, we give people the chance to express how they feel and get the support they need. It could even save a life. 💚

Anyone in a mental health crisis can call 111 to receive support from trained mental health professionals. The 24/7 service is available for all ages, including children, providing vital help through a single phone line. ➡️ england.nhs.uk/2024/08/nhs-11… #WorldSuicidePreventionDay

#Volunteering at #RoyalSurrey has ‘sealed the deal’ on a future in medicine for Prahlad Prabu 👨‍⚕️ Prahlad took part in our Student Volunteer’s Programme, which we run once a year, and is starting his medical degree next week. Good luck Prahlad! Read more: ow.ly/70fJ50TkcHM