Taking action against antisocial behaviour at HRI
6th October 2025
No-one should have to endure anti-social behaviour when they’re coming into hospital. And that’s why we have teamed up with Hull City Council and Humberside Police to secure a new Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) to combat ASB outside Hull Royal Infirmary. The order prohibits people from: Making verbal, non-verbal or written requests for money, donations, or goods Loitering, sitting, or laying on the floor – particularly around doorways and cash machines Consuming or being … Read More
“Outstanding care” for young people with cancer
3rd October 2025
A local healthcare worker supporting young people affected by cancer and their families has been recognised for her outstanding care. Charlene Kent, youth support coordinator for the Teenage and Young Adult Unit at Castle Hill Hospital won the ‘Outstanding Care’ category at the recent Humber and North Yorkshire Cancer Alliance ‘Excellence in Cancer Awards’. Over her eight years in the role, Charlene has helped countless families from across the Humber region and parts of North … Read More
Remembering babies at our special services for families
30th September 2025
Families who have experienced the death of their babies are being invited to special remembrance services in Hull, Grimsby and Scunthorpe next month. Bereavement Midwife Jenna Cadden and Chaplain Jo Milns of NHS Humber Health Partnership are arranging special Baby Remembrance Services as part of Baby Loss Awareness Week in October. Jenna said: “Anyone who has lost a baby is welcome to come to these services. “We know families cherish every moment they spent with … Read More
10,001 reasons to celebrate Hull Royal’s amazing consultant!
25th September 2025
A consultant at Hull Royal Infirmary has completed an epic 1000-mile challenge by cycling from Land’s End to John O’Groats on a three-wheeled trike. Dr Jacquelyn Smithson, a consultant in gastroenterology, completed the 1,000-mile adventure with her wife Sarah Jones and her best friend Adrian in just three weeks. With donations still pouring in, the trio’s total raised for the MS Society stands at an incredible £10,001 this morning. After reaching John O’Groats, Dr Smithson, … Read More
Patients to be tested for serious infections
23rd September 2025
Patients visiting our Emergency Departments (EDs) can now be tested for serious infections, as part of a national pilot. From 1 October 2025, our EDs will commence opt-out testing for the following blood-borne viruses (BBVs): HIV Hepatitis B Hepatitis C. This will be for all patients aged 18 and over who are having blood tests taken during their ED attendance. Patients who do not wish to take part can simply decline when asked by staff. The … Read More