Medway NHS Foundation Trust

31/10/2026

If you need urgent medical help but you’re not sure where to go, use NHS 111 to get assessed and directed to the right place for you.

Use the NHS App, go online, or call. Find more information at https://orlo.uk/neG2q

30/10/2026

If you catch flu and you have a certain long term health condition, you are at a much higher risk of falling seriously ill or being hospitalised.

Give yourself the best protection with the flu vaccine.

Check your eligibility and book now: https://orlo.uk/nc82U

29/10/2026

☕Join us for a chat and a hot drink at our next Coffee and Chat session next week (Thursday 5 November) from 1.30pm to 3.30pm in The Atrium (Level 2, Green Zone). ☕

Come along to:

• Meet your governors
• Find out more about their role
• Share what is important to you and your experiences of our services

If you are making a special trip to the hospital, please ensure you check back for the most up to date information beforehand. If you have any accessibility requirements, and require assistance, please don't hesitate to let us know.

Don’t worry if you can't join us - you can get in touch with your Governors at any time - they are always happy to hear from you: [email protected] 📧

To find out more, please visit our website 👉 https://orlo.uk/NxxGX

29/10/2026

🏆 Congratulations to our Employee and Team of the Month winners for April and May!

April
⭐ Employees of the Month: Callum Feehan and Hannah Ticehurst
⭐ Team of the Month: Cardiac Nurse Specialists

May
⭐ Employee of the Month: Sadie Bundock
⭐ Team of the Month: Tennyson Ward

Thank you to all our winners for their hard work, dedication and commitment to delivering outstanding care and support. ☺️

28/10/2026

🩷 Breast Cancer Awareness Month is an opportunity to raise awareness, promote early detection and show support for everyone affected by breast cancer.

To mark the final week of the campaign, our iconic clock tower is shining pink until Friday. ✨ If you're nearby at night, take a look.

You can also find advice on checking your breasts and recognising the signs and symptoms of breast cancer on the NHS website 🫶 https://orlo.uk/Hic5c

28/10/2026

Helping children get surgery-ready.

Our Consultant Paediatric and Perioperative Anaesthetist, Dr Samantha Black, who is also Patient Information Lead at the Royal College of Anaesthetists, has collaborated with Joe Wicks, The Body Coach, and Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust to create a series of exercise and wellbeing videos to help children and young people prepare for surgery and build healthier habits.

Dr Black said: "Exercise can improve recovery, support mental health and reduce screen time. By working with Joe Wicks, we hope to help families use surgical waiting lists as preparation lists, with simple activities that make movement part of everyday life."

The videos combine short, accessible exercises with practical advice on physical activity, nutrition, sleep, stress management and overall wellbeing.

Read more: https://orlo.uk/CHIHv

Sheffield Children's Hospital NHS and Charity The Body Coach The Royal College of Anaesthetists

28/10/2026

🚭 Thinking about quitting smoking?

Our Smoking Cessation Team is in the main entrance until 1pm today, offering advice and support to patients, visitors, staff and volunteers.

Whether you're ready to quit or just want to know more, drop by to find out about the benefits of stopping smoking and the support available to help you become smoke-free. 💙

27/10/2026

Congratulations to Neonatal Consultant Dr Helen Gbinigie who won the Inclusive Leader of the Year - Strategic / System Impact category at the National B.A.M.E Health and Care Awards 2026. 🌟

Our Chief Nursing Officer Evonne Hunt also recently won the Nursing Excellence category at the Black Healthcare Awards which are organised by the Caribbean and African Health Network (CAHN).

You can find out more on our website - https://orlo.uk/Gp2yc

27/10/2026

Do you live locally to Sheppey Community Hospital and have time to volunteer for a couple of hours?

Medway League of Friends has volunteering vacancies during the week and weekends.

Find out more. 👇👇👇👇👇👇

We have volunteer vacancies at our shop in Sheppey Community Hospital - particularly for weekday afternoons and weekend lunchtimes. It's a great way to meet new people, give back to your local community and potentially learn some new skills.

If you have any questions or want to apply, simply get in touch using the button below.

25/10/2026

Help keep your children healthy and ready for anything this half-term, by downloading the handy guide for five to 11-year-olds.

https://orlo.uk/7H5NV

NHS Kent and Medway