Airedale Hospital NHSFT

22/10/2025

Michael knows the value of the home test kit for bowel screening.

It’s simple, clean, and discreet.

Do it at home, post it back, and protect your health.

Screening could save your life. Visit https://bdcpartnership.co.uk/cancer-screening-saves-lives/ to find out more.

21/10/2025

We’re incredibly pleased to share that both our Chief Executive Officer, ‘Foluke Ajayi, and Deputy Chief Nurse, Sajan Sathyan, have been named as two of the HSJ’s 50 most influential Black, Asian and minority ethnic leaders in English health and care 🎉

The top 50 most influential Black, Asian and minority ethnic leaders in English health and care - listed alphabetically

21/10/2025

Happy Pharmacy Technician Day!

Our Pharmacy technicians work across our wards, aseptic units, medicines information, procurement, clinical trials and in the dispensary to ensure medicines are used safely and effectively.

19/10/2025

Find out if you’re eligible for a free NHS flu vaccine and how to book
➡️ nhs.uk/flu-vaccine

17/10/2025

This Friday, we're giving a special shout-out to Chloe - Risk and Governance Nurse for Women, Children & Specialist Services at Airedale Hospital NHSFT.

She's been shortlisted for the Neonatal Nurses Association's Neonatal Nurse of the Year Award - which recognises nurses who have made an extraordinary difference. 💙

🗣️ “I feel incredibly humbled to have been recognised by the Royal College of Nursing, Nursing Times and now the Neonatal Nursing Association, all within the last 12 months. I am completely shocked.

Katie Gallagher, Chair of the NNA said:

🗣️ "Chloe’s commitment to excellence and the inspiration she brings to our neonatal community is worthy of celebration.”

More: https://www.airedale-trust.nhs.uk/airedale-nurse-shortlisted-for-national-award/

15/10/2025

Flu can be very unpleasant for young children and sometimes cause serious illness.

If your child is 2 or 3, they can get a free NHS nasal spray flu vaccine.

👉 Book now at your GP surgery or a participating pharmacy in the NHS App.

More info ➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/child-flu-vaccine/

14/10/2025

Happy AHPs Day to all our incredible Allied Health Professionals working across the Trust!

Thank you for your dedication and the crucial role you play in treating, rehabilitating and improving the lives of our service users 💙

14/10/2025

Meet Sarah.

She had no idea she had cancer until her breast screening appointment, and finding out early meant her treatment was successful.

Early detection is key to a better outcome. Your NHS letter will invite you for breast screening every 3 years.

Screening could save your life. Visit https://bdcpartnership.co.uk/cancer-screening-saves-lives/ to find out more.

13/10/2025

This week is Freedom to Speak Up Week with the theme ‘Speak up – Listen – Act’.

It highlights the full cycle of creating a genuine culture of openness: encouraging people to speak up, ensuring their voices are heard, and taking meaningful action in response.

13/10/2025

As a frontline healthcare professional, you’re more likely to be exposed to flu. If you are vaccinated and catch flu this winter, you are likely to have milder symptoms and recover faster.

Drop-in flu vaccination clinics will be available in the restaurant for patient-facing staff on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday between 11am – 3pm this week.

10/10/2025

Flu spreads quickly in schools and can sometimes cause serious illness.
That’s why the NHS offers the free nasal spray flu vaccine to all school-aged children.
It’s quick, safe and usually given at school during the autumn term.
More info ➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/child-flu-vaccine/

10/10/2025

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