Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust

27/10/2025

What if research found you?

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust is soon to launch , a new way to connect people with research that could change lives.

Research is the key to better care and treatments for conditions like , , disorder and . But it can’t happen without people. Instead of waiting for a clinician to mention a study to you, Count Me In means our research team can contact you directly if a study is relevant.

Why it matters:
✅ More people hear about research
✅ Studies recruit faster
✅ Research reflects our diverse communities
✅ Patients get more chances to shape future care

Ready to make a difference? Read more on our website: https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk/news/why-count-me-in-matters/

24/10/2025

Do you look after someone in Oxfordshire?
We’re piloting a NEW drop-in session for unpaid carers at Wallingford Community Hospital with Carers Oxfordshire. Pop along on 30 October 2:00pm–4:00pm - meet your local Carer Adviser for a friendly chat, free advice and support. Sessions will take place every last Thursday of the month

24/10/2025

90% of women get menopausal symptoms and it can affect every part of someone’s life. Lifestyle Medicine, encompassing six pillars of non-pharmacological interventions, can help

90% of women get menopausal symptoms and it can affect every part of someone’s life. Lifestyle Medicine can help.

20/10/2025

At Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust, we're preparing to launch
which will change how patients get involved in research.

Traditionally, recruitment depends on clinicians identifying participants, often limiting access and slowing progress.

With Count Me In, patients are informed about research and, unless they opt out, can be contacted directly by research teams. This removes barriers, makes participation easier, and ensures more people have the chance to shape future care.

Learn more about this exciting change on our website: https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk/news/research-participation-made-easier-with-count-me-in/

16/10/2025

📢 Oxford Health is happy to share that we will co-lead the new National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Thames Valley Applied Research Collaboration (ARC), alongside the University of Oxford, Department of Psychiatry and Aston University.

Under the leadership of Prof. Kamaldeep Bhui, CBE and Professor Shivani Sharma, the ARC will focus on improving health outcomes across the Thames Valley and beyond, through prevention, innovation, and collaboration in health and social care.

The NIHR ARC Thames Valley will focus on:
👍 Tackling health inequalities through innovation
👍 Translating research into real world impact
👍 Building collaborative infrastructure across the region.

Dr Karl Marlowe, Chief Medical Officer at Oxford Health and chair of ARC Oxford & Thames Valley, said “Our commitment is to ensure that research translates into real-world benefits for patients, and we are pleased to have the opportunity to continue as the NHS host for the new ARC”.

🌐 Read more on our website: https://bit.ly/4ncmGe6

13/10/2025

WANTAGE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL UPDATE: We've started on a six-month project to refurbish the ground floor of Wantage Community Hospital.

As the hospital remains open throughout the project, with many clinics running daily, the building works will be carried out in phases to minimise disruption for patients and staff.

Some noise and disruption are inevitable during the works. While every effort will be made to reduce this, we’ve answered some common questions below to help you know what to expect.

❓What’s happening to onsite car parking?
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The builders will need a small compound next to the hospital, which means there will be fewer parking spaces available during the works.

To help manage this, the remaining spaces will be prioritised for:

☑️ Drop-off and pick-up, including volunteer car drivers and patient transport services.
☑️ Patients with mobility challenges, many of whom will be Blue Badge holders
☑️ Community staff who visit patients at home and collect supplies from the hospital
☑️ Staff with mobility challenges, most of whom will be Blue Badge holders

With the support of local organisations, we’ve also secured additional off-site parking for staff just a few minutes’ walk away.

We’re also encouraging staff to use public transport, cycling, or other alternatives where possible.

❓Will I still be seen in the same clinic?
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We’ll do everything we can to minimise disruption to existing clinics. However, some may need to move to a different room or area of the hospital during certain refurbishment phases.

If this affects your appointment, your clinical team will inform you in advance. Please check your appointment letter carefully for any change of location.

If you’re unsure, you can:

Call the number provided in your appointment letter, or
Ask at Reception when you arrive.
If I have a problem, who should I contact?
For questions about your clinic appointment, contact your clinical team using the details in your appointment letter.

For general queries about the hospital refurbishment, please email: CSTransformation@oxfordhealth.nhs.uk

🚼 Is the maternity unit affected?
No. The maternity unit on the first floor is not part of the refurbishment.

The team is being kept informed about the work on the ground floor to help minimise any impact on people using maternity services.

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13/10/2025

Help us make a difference in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease.

The ABATE Study is a groundbreaking clinical trial that is testing a potential treatment for Alzheimer’s disease in people with Down syndrome. We are looking for volunteers who have Down syndrome and are 35-50 years old to participate in the study.

If you or someone you know fits these criteria, visit Abate-study.com or contact us at mentalhealthresearch@oxfordhealth.nhs.uk.

We can supply more information, answer questions, and see if you might be suitable to take part in the study.

10/10/2025

This year’s World Mental Health Day theme highlights the importance of access to mental health care in the face of catastrophe and emergency.

For some people those catastrophes and emergencies may be something they connect with through their news feed or experience in light of world and national events.

For others it may be closer to home – experiencing the challenges of illness or injury, prejudice, homelessness, job insecurity or crime. It could be feeling the blows of educational exclusion or caring for a loved one.

Get the support you need
Access support for your mental health.

NHS Talking Therapies
Oxfordshire www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk/oxon-talking-therapies
Buckinghamshire www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk/bucks-talking-therapies
Mental Health Helpline
Contact NHS 111 Option 2 to speak to Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire 24/7 Mental Health Helpline

Text ‘SUNRISE’ to 85258 for urgent mental health support

Oxfordshire Mental Health Partnership
Oxfordshire Mental Health Partnership offers mental health care and holistic support for people in all aspects of their lives which are affected by and effect their mental health. www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk/omhp

Carers
Find out more about the support available to people who care for loved ones accessing our services: www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk/carers.

10/10/2025

10/10/2025

Today, on , we’re proud to spotlight the incredible work happening across Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust’s research organisations.

Dr Martin Batty, Head of Research & Development at the Trust, shares: “Mental health research is not just about understanding illness, it’s about creating solutions that reach people when they need them most.”

🔗Read more: https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk/news/celebrating-research-excellence-on-world-mental-health-day/

09/10/2025

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust is thrilled to be shortlisted for a Health Service Journal (HSJ) Partnership Award for our involvement in pioneering an innovative research project.

The HSJ Awards are among the most respected accolades in UK healthcare, celebrating excellence, innovation, and partnership across the sector.

The Project is a national collaboration piloting biomarker testing in memory clinics, aiming to support earlier and more accurate diagnoses of Alzheimer’s Disease.

This work represents a major step forward in dementia research and care bringing hope to patients and families across the UK.

Read more on our website: https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk/news/alzheimers-project-at-oxford-health-nominated-for-top-nhs-award/

03/10/2025

We've submitted a planning application to transform the Warneford Hospital site in Headington with proposals for a new mental health hospital alongside a major media research campus and new post-graduate college for the University of Oxford. Find out more