Duncan Taylor, Director of Infrastructure, Estates and Development at Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust says: “Without detailed knowledge of the Grenfell tower block, it would be wrong to suggest that the encapsulation system used on that building is the same as that used on Hull Royal Infirmary. “However, I would like to take this opportunity to reassure patients, staff … Read More

It’s one of Hull’s tallest and most recognisable buildings, and this week, Hull Royal Infirmary will be celebrating a very special milestone. Friday 16th June will mark 50 years to the day since Her Majesty, The Queen, performed the official opening of the 14-storey hospital on Anlaby Road. The Trust maintains a host of photographs and artefacts from throughout the … Read More

East Yorkshire’s reputation for healthcare innovation and research has been further enhanced this week with the opening of an international centre of orthopaedic excellence at Castle Hill Hospital. Multi-award winning healthcare company JRI Orthopaedics has worked alongside Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust to establish its first UK Centre of Excellence for joint replacement. The Hull and East Yorkshire Regional … Read More

From Thursday 1st June, Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust will reinforce the ‘smoke free sites’ message to patients, staff and visitors. Those smoking on site at either Castle Hill Hospital or Hull Royal Infirmary will be asked to extinguish cigarettes or move off site, as part of a renewed attempt to improve health and well-being, reduce the burden of … Read More

A new training scheme which will help to develop nurses of the future has been launched. Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is working with the University of Hull to introduce the role of the Nursing Associate, to address current skills gaps and help individuals go on to build successful nursing careers. Nursing Associates will work with a higher skill-set … Read More

Hull-based manufacturer Willerby has got hospital staff and patients buzzing about its new WillerBee campaign, thanks to a donation of 500 packets of special bee-friendly seeds and four handcrafted bee houses. Hull Royal Infirmary has taken the holiday home manufacturer’s campaign under its wing, with gardeners from the hospital planning to create a small patio area outside the hospital’s therapies … Read More

Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust’s Remarkable People campaign, developed in conjunction with Strawberry Design, has caught the attention of social media users, print and broadcast media over the past few days. The coverage focuses on two campaign visuals featuring newly qualified nursing staff that we are proud to have working in our hospitals. Jonathan Leafe, Chairman of Strawberry, says: … Read More

Plans to install Wi-Fi at the Queen’s Centre for Oncology and Haematology in Cottingham have been brought forward thanks to the campaigning efforts of one local man. Terry Garnett tragically lost his wife, Beverley, to pancreatic cancer in February after she was diagnosed with the disease last August. Whilst receiving treatment in the centre, which forms part of the Castle … Read More

A number of NHS organisations have been subject to disruption today due to computer malware. Locally, we can confirm that we have detected malware on our system, however, at present, it has not had a significant impact on our organisation. Our IT team responded rapidly and we have blocked all incoming email and all web mail for the time being. … Read More

 “If you want to have a positive impact on people’s lives, nursing is the way to go” They make up almost half of the entire workforce at Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, providing round the clock care, compassion and a listening ear to people, often at the most vulnerable times of their lives. International Nurses Day, Friday 12th May, … Read More