Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust

If you are coming into hospital tomorrow (Wednesday 3 June), please be aware that our volunteers will not be available from 12:30pm.

This is due to a special event to mark volunteers’ week, where we will be thanking them for their incredible, selfless work to support colleagues, patients and visitors every day.

This will mean our volunteer services such as the indoor and outdoor buggy, our meet and greets, and our information desks will not be running from 12:30pm onwards.

Our wonderful volunteers will return to generously provide their time for free from 8:30am on Thursday 4 June.

Today marks the start of Volunteers’ Week, and we’re celebrating the incredible difference our volunteers make across Northampton and Kettering General Hospitals.
From warm welcomes at our busy entrances to supporting patients on wards and in clinics, our volunteers bring kindness, reassurance and smiles every single day.
👏 Meet and Greet services – helping patients and visitors find their way
👏 Inpatient support – offering companionship and providing non-clinical support on wards
👏 Outpatient support – helping patients get to their appointments using our buggy and pre-bookable wheelchair services
👏 Special occasion messages - delivering personalised messages to patients
👏 General support – transporting samples, collecting patient feedback and running other errands
👏 Brew Buddy - making drinks for our hardworking teams
Every role, big or small, helps create a more caring and supportive experience for patients, visitors and staff alike.
Thank you to each and every one of our amazing volunteers — together we can make a difference.
https://orlo.uk/XVO9i

UHN Volunteers' Week 2026 We are celebrating the incredible difference our volunteers make across Northampton and Kettering General Hospitals. From warm welcomes at our busy entrances...

𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗮 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗰𝗵𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗸𝗶𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘆 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘀𝗶𝘀? 💙

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire is supporting recruitment to the EASi-KIDNEY clinical trial, an international research study investigating a potential new treatment for people living with chronic kidney disease.

The study aims to explore whether this treatment could help slow the progression of kidney disease and reduce the likelihood of patients needing dialysis in the future.

Recruitment opens today, and we are inviting eligible patients with chronic kidney disease who are not currently receiving dialysis and have not had a kidney transplant to find out more about taking part.

Research studies like EASi-KIDNEY are helping to shape the future of care and improve outcomes for patients living with long-term conditions.

If you're interested in this research, please contact the Research and Innovation Team in Area J in Northampton General Hospital, on extension 5941 or email [email protected].

We recently held our annual dementia awareness day. This is a regular event we hold through dementia awareness week, with the aim of helping those living with dementia and their loved ones with a way to find help and support.

Organised by Neena Q**m, Lead Dementia and Delirium Nurse based at NGH, this year we were hosted by Weston Favell library.

Neena said “It was a really successful day. Having worked with people with dementia I know that it can be overwhelming when people first have the diagnosis. This year we saw lots of people visit the stands and talk to the exhibitors”.

We’d like to thank the organisations who attended on the day and everyone who visited to find out more about dementia and of course lovely team at Weston Favell Library”.

The event also had an uplifting performance by the Growing Together choir who performed on the upper level of the mall. This was enjoyed by the shoppers and our attendees, and gave everyone an excuse to sing along with their medley of songs.

If you have further questions about dementia care at NGH please visit our website.

Do you know what support is available for veterans and the armed forces community?

We have arranged a free public webinar exploring the support available for veterans and the wider armed forces community.

At this webinar there's an opportunity to hear about:

✅ Veterans’ physical health and wellbeing support through Op RESTORE
✅ Specialist support for veterans in contact with the justice system through Op NOVA
✅ Lived experience from NHS staff working in secure settings

Taking place on Tuesday 23 June starting at 6pm, the session includes a live Q&A and is open to everyone.
Register your place on our website now.

𝗗𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗛𝗦 𝗔𝗽𝗽
The NHS App is a simple and secure way to access a range of NHS services from your phone or tablet.

Using the app, you can:
- Access NHS 111 online
- Get health advice
- Order repeat prescriptions
- View your GP health record
- Check appointments

It’s quick, convenient and available 24/7, helping you manage your healthcare anytime, anywhere.

Find out more and download the NHS App: https://orlo.uk/NHS-App_QFatQ

Bringing learning to life: students experience care in action at NGH

“Can our students see what life in a hospital is really like?”

That simple question brought seven students from Bosworth Independent School through the doors of Northampton General Hospital and into the heart of what we do every day.

From their first steps along Hospital Street, they experienced the rhythm of NGH - volunteers warmly welcoming patients, colleagues moving with purpose, and the quiet teamwork that keeps everything running safe and smoothly.

This wasn’t just a visit. The students asked thoughtful questions, explored different areas of the hospital, and connected with colleagues across a range of roles. They learned about our history, met the people behind the care, and saw first-hand how compassion, professionalism and teamwork shape every patient journey.

As their Head of Science, Stephen Webster, described it: “Seeing medicine in action brings learning to life.”

For us, it was something more too. It was an opportunity to open our doors, inspire the next generation, and reflect on the impact of the work our colleagues do every day.

A huge thank you to Bosworth Independent School and the students who made the day so memorable.

Together, we can inspire future careers and strengthen the connection between our hospitals and our communities.

Please share and continue to take care in the hot weather ☀️

Hot weather can lead to dehydration, heat exhaustion and other health problems, especially for older people, babies, young children and those with underlying health conditions.

Remember to:
💧 Stay hydrated throughout the day
🧢 Wear light clothing and stay out of direct sun during the hottest hours
👨‍👩‍👧 Check on vulnerable family members and friend
🚑 Call 999 in an emergency or seek medical advice

You can find more advice on coping in hot weather on the NHS website:
https://orlo.uk/OBBEP

Thank you for helping us keep our communities safe during the hot weather 💙

💙 𝗣𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲 and help keep family and friends safe☀️

Temperatures are expected to rise over the weekend, and hot weather can affect anyone.

Please take extra care by:
💧 Drinking plenty of water
🧴 Using sunscreen and staying in the shade where possible
🏠 Keeping homes cool by closing curtains and windows during the hottest parts of the day
👵 Checking in on vulnerable friends, neighbours and relatives
🚶 Avoiding strenuous activity during peak heat

visit the NHS website:
https://orlo.uk/2F82h for more information.

Please stay safe and look after each other 💙