Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS FT

19/01/2026

Meet the incredible Bashir family, who have turned working in the NHS into a true family tradition.
What began with sisters Meena and Raz starting their nursing careers together in 2003 has grown into ten members of their extended family now working across Bradford Teaching Hospitals. From matrons and ward managers to switchboard operators and physician associates, their passion for care runs deep.
Their story is a celebration of dedication, community, and the values that keep our hospitals going strong.
Watch their inspiring journey below.

16/01/2026

✨ Brilliant Bradford Awards 2025 Winner Spotlight ✨

This week, we’re proud to highlight one of our Brilliant Bradford Awards 2025 winners – Lorraine Colton, who took home the award for Clinical Employee of the Year 🏆

Lorraine’s outstanding work as a phlebotomist truly sets her apart. She brings a calm, reassuring presence and genuine warmth that helps even the most anxious patients feel safe and at ease during blood tests 💙

When families and colleagues talk about Lorraine, one word comes up time and time again: trust. Through patience, connection and heartfelt care, she transforms an experience many people dread into one of comfort and compassion.

👉 Watch the round-up here:

This week we’re highlighting the work of one of our Brilliant Bradford Awards 2025 winners – Lorraine Colton, who took home the accolade of Clinical Employee...

15/01/2026

Supporting the Bradford Neonatal Service in memory of Alfred. 💜

Alfred's parents, Louise and Ben, kindly donated a number of Zaky Hands to the unit.

Zaky Hands are weighted, hand-shaped cushions that mimic a parent’s touch, warmth, and scent, helping babies feel comforted and secure when their parents aren't able to hold them.

Ceri, Specialist Neonatal Physiotherapist, shared the impact they’re already making: “Babies are more settled, get better quality sleep, and require less frequent invasive handling.”

A truly meaningful donation making a real difference to babies and families when they need it most. 💙 Thank you Louise and Ben!

If you’d like to donate to Bradford Hospitals Charity and help fund initiatives like this, please visit the link in the comments.

14/01/2026

🎉 A brilliant start to the New Year for Bradford Teaching Hospitals!

Sovereign Health Care has made a generous £8,000 donation to support the development of our incredible Allied Health Professionals - from physios and radiographers to therapists and dietitians. This funding will help our teams grow, innovate and continue delivering outstanding care for our patients across Bradford.

Find out how this donation will make a real difference 👇

https://www.bradfordhospitals.nhs.uk/sovereign-health-care-makes-new-year-donation-to-support-staff-at-bradford-teaching-hospitals/

14/01/2026

Yesterday marked a huge step forward in how we understand and support people living with dementia - and it deserves to be shouted about!

More than 50 colleagues took part in an immersive dementia‑training experience inside a specially designed bus. Staff wore specialist goggles and headphones while the trainer controlled the environment in real time, creating a safe but powerful simulation of the confusion and sensory overload many people with dementia experience.

This training is a fantastic opportunity for staff and supports our commitment to the Trust’s Dementia Strategy.

✨ Three more sessions are coming soon. For details or to get involved, please email ppdunplannedcare@bthft.nhs.uk.

Let’s and together. 💙

14/01/2026

🧵 To celebrate Born in Bradford's 18th birthday, they teamed up with , one of the oldest woollen mills in the country, to weave a beautiful poem.

📖 ‘Born in Bradford’, the poem, read by Born in Bradford participant Grace, was written by Ian McMillan and woven using a design by .

13/01/2026

This time will be different. With NHS support, you don’t have to quit smoking alone.

13/01/2026

12/01/2026

We’re saddened to hear of the passing of Patrick Murphy, a much-loved former presenter at St Luke’s Sound. From bringing music and laughter to patients and staff to becoming the UK’s oldest working radio DJ, Patrick’s energy and joy were truly inspiring. His legacy will always be a part of St Luke’s Sound and Bradford Teaching Hospitals. 🤍🩵💙

12/01/2026

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Your pharmacist can provide treatment or some prescription medicine, if needed, for seven common conditions - without you seeing a GP.

Think pharmacy first and get seen by your local community pharmacy team.

09/01/2026

❄️ Snow and ice warnings are in place across the country

Falls are common, especially among older people. If someone falls, stay calm. Take a moment to check for pain or injuries and see if it’s safe to get up.

If further help is needed, call 111 (for non-emergencies) or 999 (if it’s an emergency).