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2009
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30th December 2009
Former Associate Non-Exec Director promoted at Whipps Trust Board
Stuart Gavurin, previously an Associate Non-Executive Director, has now become a Non-Executive Director on the Trust Board at Whipps Cross University NHS Hospital.
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29th December 2009
Back the Big Push at your next Waitrose shop
Whipps Cross Maternity Unit’s Big Push appeal has gained support from another major national food retailer, as Waitrose in South Woodford has chosen the campaign as a cause for its Community Matters scheme.
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22nd December 2009
Tottenham treats for Acorn
Tottenham Hotspur visited the children's ward with festive treats.
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21st December 2009
X Factor's Alexandra Burke comes to Whipps
X Factor winner Alexandra Burke spreads Christmas cheer to poorly children of Whipps
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9th December 2009
Dr Foster rates Whipps as one of the best in sector
Whipps Cross University Hospital NHS Trust has been rated four out of a maximum five bands in the Dr Foster Quality Accounts released as part of The Hospital Guide 2009.
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7th December 2009
Making sure older patients get their 5-a-day at Whipps
Volunteers have joined forces with the Nutrition Action Team at Whipps Cross University Hospital and formed a new ‘fruit club’.
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30th November 2009
Football legend rates Whipps Cardiac Rapid Access service as ‘top of premiership’
Former professional footballer, Terry Gibson, has everything to thank the Whipps Cross University Hospital Cardiac Rehabilitation service for, as they helped him back to a full and healthy recovery following a quintuple heart bypass.
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20th November 2009
Queen's MBE for retired Whipps service manager
Jill Muncey, retired Therapy Services Manager from
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20th November 2009
Whipps say thanks to their friends
The Whipps Cross League of Friends, a volunteer group who regularly raise money for Whipps Cross University Hospital NHS Trust, received a special thank you from the hospital recently.
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20th November 2009
Whipps Choose and Book team are simply the best!
2009 has been a ‘gold standard’ year for the Whipps Cross Choose and Book department as they have proved they are the best in the country.
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12th November 2009
Staff stand united in support of the Revolution at Whipps
The Revolution campaign continues to go from strength to strength at Whipps Cross University Hospital as a wide range of staff from across the Trust showed up in force to support the next stage of the Patient Experience Revolution.
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11th November 2009
Whipps shows support for patients affected by cancer
A new group has been launched by Whipps Cross University Hospital for cancer patients, their families and relatives to help them cope with the effects of the illness.
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22nd October 2009
Sainsbury's backs Big Push
The Big Push appeal continues to go from strength to strength within the Borough as it has now been named local charity of the year by Sainsbury’s Walthamstow High Street branch.
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16th October 2009
Mum-to-be Carly Cole gives Whipps maternity appeal a big push!
Pregnant Carly Cole (nee Zucker), married to England and Chelsea midfield footballer, Joe Cole, showed her support for Whipps Cross hospital’s Big Push maternity appeal this week. Carly was born at Whipps herself and is due to have her first child in March 2010.
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15th October 2009
Whipps Cross celebrates as it maintains CQC annual ratings for second year running
Whipps Cross University Hospital NHS Trust has secured its good rating for Quality of Services by the Care Quality Commission in this year’s Annual Health Check, for the second year running.
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9th October 2009
Local community has ‘sweepstake’ in Big Push appeal
Since its official launch last month, a new Big Push initiative has been ‘sweeping’ over the local community as they continue to show their support for the sweepstake poster fundraiser in aid of the appeal.
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6th October 2009
Irish eyes are smiling on Whipps patients
Patients at Whipps Cross will soon be receiving treatment from 132 nurses trained in the Emerald Isle thanks to an oversees recruitment drive.
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5th October 2009
Children’s ward sister crowned Employee of the Year at Whipps
Carmel Dinan, Acorn ward Sister, was shocked and overwhelmed when she discovered she had been crowned as Employee of the Year 2009 at last week’s awards, held at Whipps Cross University Hospital.
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22nd September 2009
Whipps Cross ‘stars’ to be announced at AGM 2009
This year’s ‘shining stars’ are to be announced at Whipps Cross University Hospital’s joint Annual General Meeting and Employee of the Year event taking place on Wednesday 30th September.
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16th September 2009
Orthopaedic nursing staff at Whipps gain national recognition for patient care
The ‘Revolution’ campaign at Whipps Cross University Hospital has been enhanced even further by the Orthopaedic Unit nursing staff proving they are hard to beat when it comes to providing first class patient care.
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15th September 2009
Pioneering work of Whipps Consultant recognised as world best
A patient with a serious health condition became the focal point of a piece of work by Mr Pasquale Giordano, Consultant General/Colorectal Surgeon at Whipps Cross University Hospital which then went on to attract international acclaim.
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3rd September 2009
Call for Chingford’s hottest talent to help raise money for the Big Push
Do you know the next Leona Lewis? Can you match Diversity’s fancy footwork?
The Greene Man pub in conjunction with the CJ Roadshow and High Class Entertainment are bringing the hottest talent contest to town by hosting ‘Has Chingford Got Talent?’
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2nd September 2009
Generous doctor gives Whipps gift from the heart
Byron Cardiology Unit at Whipps Cross University Hospital received special heart monitoring equipment that can help to improve people’s quality of life from local community GP Dr Abdul Sheikh and Waltham Forest Muslim Burial Trust.
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27th August 2009
The Revolution has begun at Whipps
Patients, staff and carers at Whipps Cross University Hospital got a taste of a new Revolution at the ‘In Your Shoes’ workshops held throughout August.
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21st August 2009
Whipps appoints a UK first Director post to lead the way in patient care
Whipps Cross University Hospital is proving its commitment to patient care, safety and quality by appointing a unique Deputy Director role which is one of the first clinical academic positions of its kind in the country.
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20th August 2009
Acorn ward topped Waitrose shopper votes
Acorn Ward children’s unit at Whipps Cross University Hospital came top of Waitrose shoppers lists as it secured nearly half of the £1000 donation as part of the nationwide stores Community Matters scheme.
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14th August 2009
From Whipps to walking the Himalayas for women’s wellbeing
Two Whipps Cross employees are putting themselves at risk of Dengue fever, Malaria, altitude sickness, extreme diarrhoea and attacks by wild monkeys.
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7th August 2009
Muslim Aid give Big Push
The Maternity campaign at Whipps Cross University Hospital NHS Trust received a Big Push from Muslim Aid this week.
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28th July 2009
Stroke services announcement
Whipps to continue giving stroke care to the community as part of new service plan.
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23rd July 2009
Dedicated couple serve more than 90 years together at Whipps Cross
A weekend in Paris for a couple who met at Whipps Cross University Hospital and have since spent over 90 years working at the Trust between them was the highlight of this year’s Long Service Awards.
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17th July 2009
Whipps wants your votes!
Whipps Cross University Hospital NHS Trust launches its Employee of the Year Awards this week and wants you to get voting.
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14th July 2009
British Paralympic archery gold medallist ‘bowed’ over at Whipps Disability Awareness celebrations
John Cavanagh, British Paralympic gold and silver medallist, was the special guest at Whipps Cross University Hospital’s Disability Awareness event held last week.
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8th July 2009
A&E at Whipps to receive £23m redevelopment
NHS London gives green light for new A&E at Whipps.
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3rd July 2009
Keep on running for the Big Push
The Big Push appeal is calling for all keen runners and walkers to get their trainers on in aid of Whipps Cross Maternity Unit. Choose between two very different sponsored races this September.
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1st July 2009
Former Whipps Cross consultant made Honorary BSR Fellow
David Doyle, retired Rheumatology Consultant from Whipps Cross University Hospital, has been elected as an Honorary Fellow for the British Society for Rheumatology (BSR).
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18th June 2009
Fundraising lullaby CD raises £1000 for Whipps Cross Neonatal Unit (NNU)
Walthamstow resident, Anne Neale, put together a lullaby CD of local sounds that will help send your child off to sleep whilst raising funds for premature babies at Whipps Cross University Hospital Neonatal Unit (NNU).
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17th June 2009
Healthcare Initial staff at Whipps achieve Skills for Life
Domestic staff at Whipps Cross University Hospital had the chance to ‘down tools’ and shine at an awards ceremony held in their honour for their hard work and achievements gained from successfully completing City and Guilds Institute Skills for Life courses.
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12th June 2009
First female plumber in 100 year history at Whipps
Whipps Cross University Hospital NHS Trust has employed its first female member of the maintenance team in more than 100 years of its history.
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8th June 2009
Work and play reading for staff at Whipps Cross library
The Waltham Forest Healthcare Library, based in the Medical Education Centre, has recently received funding for 100 additional electronic journals for staff.
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4th June 2009
Whipps score a PEAT clean sweep
Whipps Cross University Hospital has retained top scores in its annual PEAT inspection by the Department of Health.
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2nd June 2009
Whipps a finalist in NHS 'Oscars'
Whipps Cross University Hospital NHS Trust was short listed as a finalist in this year’s Health and Social Care Awards for the use of Jonah, the patient journey monitoring system.
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28th May 2009
New Mayor backs The Big Push
The newly elected Mayor, Councillor Anna Mbachu, has backed The Big Push appeal for Whipps Cross Maternity Unit by announcing it will be her chosen charity for the year.
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22nd May 2009
May Magazine out now
The May edition of the Trust Magazine is now online
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21st May 2009
Whipps Cross Maternity unit gets a £3 million makeover
The Maternity Unit at Whipps Cross University Hospital is about to begin a major upgrade to create a new, modern development that will enhance the services offered to local mums and their families.
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20th May 2009
Shop at Sainsbury’s and nominate the “Big Push” for our local charity of the year
The ‘Big Push’ appeal can now gain the support of nationwide food retailer Sainsbury’s with your help during your next shopping trip.
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15th May 2009
Actress from Best British Soap 2009 supports “Big Push” appeal
Rita Simons has shown her support to Whipps Cross University Hospital Big Push Appeal.
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15th May 2009
England’s Chief Nursing Officer helps celebrate a Whipps award first
Dame Christine Beasley DBE, Chief Nursing Officer for England, was the special guest at this Nursing and Midwifery excellence event that took place at Whipps Cross University Hospital on Wednesday 6 May 2009.
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12th May 2009
Vote for Acorn ward on your next Waitrose shopping trip
This month, Acorn ward at Whipps Cross University Hospital, has been nominated by Waitrose, South Woodford as one of three local good causes to receive a share of £1,000.
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8th May 2009
'Big Push' launch for Maternity appeal
Tottenham defender Michael Dawson joined forces with Fame Academy’s Kevin Adams to give a “big push” to a new maternity campaign at Whipps Cross Hospital.
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29th April 2009
Swine flu - important information
General infection control practices and good respiratory hand hygiene can help to reduce transmission of all viruses, including the human swine flu.
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23rd April 2009
Patients get the chance to hear again
Patients at Whipps Cross now have the chance to significantly improve their hearing with a new surgical procedure introduced at the hospital earlier this year.
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21st April 2009
April Magazine is now online
The April edition of the Trust's magazine is now online.
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9th April 2009
Students nominate Whipps Doctor for top teaching award
A Whipps Cross paediatric teaching fellow has been nominated for the prestigious Drapers Award 2009 by Queen Mary students, as they believe he is one of the best paediatric teachers in London.
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3rd April 2009
Care Quality Commission hygiene code
The Care Quality Commission (CQC), a new health and social care watchdog, has granted Whipps Cross University Hospital NHS Trust compliancy with strict infection control procedures in its new hygiene code.
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1st April 2009
Nurse and Midwife of the Year Awards
Whipps is now calling for your nominations for the Nurse and Midwife of the Year Awards 2009.
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27th March 2009
£15,000 research fund into Vitamin D deficiency
£15,000 funding to research into Vitamin D deficiency has been awarded to a Consultant Paediatrician at Whipps Cross University Hospital NHS Trust.
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26th March 2009
Whipps staff ‘speak out’ in Healthcare Commission national staff survey
Staff at Whipps Cross University Hospital have had the chance to get their voices heard via the Healthcare Commissions national NHS staff survey.
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19th March 2009
£5,000 funding to help towards a healthy work life balance at Whipps
Whipps Cross University Hospital NHS Trust has recently received funding for staff sports and activities in a bid to improve the physical activities available to all its staff.
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13th March 2009
Whipps Cross performs well in follow-up review of children’s services
Whipps cross University Hospital has performed well in a follow-up review of its children’s services carried out by the Healthcare Commission.
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12th March 2009
Running a half marathon for the Whipps Cross team that saved my life
A generous fundraiser has so far raised £4,000 for the Dermatology department at Whipps Cross University Hospital for the team he claimed saved his life.
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9th March 2009
Experienced NHS and private sector Director completes Whipps Trust Board
Paul Lowman, an experienced NHS professional and private sector businessman has been welcomed to Whipps Cross University Hospital as Director of Strategy and Business Improvement and now completes the full Trust Board.
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27th February 2009
February Magazine now online
The latest issue of the Trust's magazine is now online.
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24th February 2009
Whipps Cross back on the Beeb!
hipps Cross University Hospital is pleased to announce that the eagerly anticipated final two episodes of The People’s Hospital will now be shown on BBC One on Tuesday 3rd and 10th March at 10.35pm.
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20th February 2009
Whipps Cross allows you to ‘phone home’ on your mobile phones
Staying in touch with family and friends during your hospital stay has been made easier with the use of mobile phones being allowed on wards at Whipps Cross University Hospital.
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12th February 2009
'Green' for go for new cycle to work scheme
Staff at Whipps Cross University Hospital are being given the chance to stay fit and healthy whilst saving money with the introduction of the new cycle to work scheme.
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9th February 2009
18 Weeks super team
The majority of patients referred to Whipps Cross University Hospital for treatment are now seen, treated and discharged within 18 weeks.
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29th January 2009
Stitch in time for Whipps prem babies
A stitch in time for Whipps premature babies helps smoker beat cigarette cravings
Premature babies at Whipps Cross are being kept extra warm this winter with special hand knitted garments from a kind-hearted local resident.
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28th January 2009
January Magazine now online
The Trust's monthly magazine is now available online.
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15th January 2009
Whipps Cross University Hospital takes drugs underground
Whipps has launched a new campaign at local underground tube stations
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5th January 2009
Three second rule helps nursing staff spend more time with their patients
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5th January 2009
Offering care closer to home for COPD patients
Thanks to a new scheme, COPD patients can now be treated in the comfort of their own homes. The Supported Early Discharge (S.E.D.) initiative is now being provided by Whipps Cross University Hospital and NHS Waltham Forest.
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