New help at hand for patients with multiple sclerosis
Two new specialist nurses are providing a vital role in helping people with a life-long condition manage their illness.
Nurse raising awareness during autism week
A staff nurse at Scunthorpe hospital, whose son has autism, is raising awareness of the condition during a national week.
Miracle baby born at Scunthorpe hospital
A miracle ‘sugar bag’ baby has defied the odds and is at home with his proud parents after spending four months in hospital.
Complete online test to determine Type 2 diabetes risk
People in the Humber region and parts of Yorkshire are being encouraged to know their risk of developing Type 2 diabetes – by taking an online test, which takes just three minutes to complete.
First impressions count!
A new approach is being adopted to put the spotlight on the quality of clinical areas on wards across Scunthorpe, Grimsby and Goole hospitals.
Scunny Bikers set to deliver a ‘cracking’ good time
Children on the Disney ward at Scunthorpe hospital are to receive a bumper load of goodies thanks to the annual Easter egg run organised by Scunny Bikers.
Nurses raising awareness of tuberculosis
Sunday March 24 is World TB Day and nurses at Scunthorpe General Hospital are raising awareness of tuberculosis (TB) in the hope of reducing fear and stigma about the infectious disease.
Local photographer is top dog for hospital charity
A local photographer is top dog after setting up a weekly doggie portrait day for local hospital charity.
Work on new maternity bereavement suite has started
Work on the new maternity bereavement suite at Scunthorpe General Hospital has started thanks to people’s donations.
Local hospital ‘growing its own’ nurses
A dream has come true for a hospital worker who left not only her home but also packed away her uniform and her career 12 years ago.