Wednesday 29 April 2020 Easy read guide to explain Covid-19 and other resources We recognise people with learning disabilities or autism have additional needs. These needs are assessed so care and treatment can be safely administered in a way that meets their individual needs. The following easy read information will help our patients, their family or their carers in understanding Covid-19, and what changes they may see when […]
Monday 27 April 2020 If you need medical help, the NHS is still here for you. If you need medical help, the NHS is still here for you. If you need medical help from your GP practice, contact them either online, by an app or by phone to be assessed. If you need urgent medical help, use the NHS 111 online service. If you cannot get help online, call 111. If […]
Monday 27 April 2020 Shielded patients list – explanation of the letters you might receive Important information – Scam calls We have been made aware of scam calls where shielding letters are being used as a way of getting personal information. Before you give away any personal information, verify who you are talking to or talk to someone you trust. Con artists want you to make decisions in a hurry. […]
Thursday 23 April 2020 Gifts and donations to the hospital It’s wonderful that lots of local organisations and individuals wish to support our hospital family right now. We need to ensure donated items are appropriate and safe to accept. In the interests of staff and patient safety, we are currently limiting visitors for patients on site, so please do not just turn up at the […]
Friday 17 April 2020 Remember to keep apart when putting your hands together The weekly ‘Clap for Carers’ means an immense amount to our staff working on the front line to support patients in our hospital. Whilst we at Barnsley Hospital greatly appreciate the overwhelmingly positive support, we urge people to observe the essential social distancing measures in place and ensure this is practiced effectively on our hospital […]
Thursday 16 April 2020 Our Outpatients Phlebotomy service is relocating From Monday 20 April, the Phlebotomy Outpatients Department at Barnsley Hospital will operate from the Roundhouse Centre, Athersley
Tuesday 14 April 2020 Welcome to our new Facebook E-Midwife Have you got concerns or questions about Barnsley Hospital maternity services? Please use our new E-Midwife Facebook page. It will be monitored by a qualified, experienced midwife from Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm. Our maternity service will use this page to help you – by responding to non-urgent enquiries via direct messaging. We’ll be […]
Tuesday 14 April 2020 Keeping in touch with loved ones while they are in hospital At Barnsley Hospital we understand how difficult it must be for families and loved ones at a time where visiting is suspended.