Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

29/10/2025

🌱💜 Community in Bloom!

We’re thrilled to partner with Torquay Rotary Club, who have planted 1,000 purple crocuses by the Lowes Bridge entrance to Torbay Hospital. This beautiful display will brighten everyone’s day and raises awareness for Rotary’s global campaign to end polio.

A huge thank you to all the volunteers and staff who made this possible—proof that when our community comes together, we can achieve something truly special!

Rotary Club of Torquay

29/10/2025

Please be advised that the Minor Injuries Unit at Dawlish Community Hospital will also be closed tomorrow Thursday 30 October and Friday 31 October.

If you have an urgent but non-life-threatening injury or condition, we recommend visiting our Urgent Treatment Centre (UTC) at Newton Abbot Community Hospital.

Thank you for your understanding, we apologise for any disruption this may cause.

❌Temporary Closure of Dawlish Minor Injuries Unit

Please be advised that the Minor Injuries Unit (MIU) at Dawlish Community Hospital is closed today Monday 27 October 2025 and Tuesday 28 October 2025.

If you have an urgent but non-life-threatening injury or condition, we recommend visiting our Urgent Treatment Centre (UTC) at Newton Abbot Community Hospital.

https://buff.ly/PNVsaXS

For guidance on the most appropriate service for your needs, please contact 111 or visit https://111.nhs.uk/

We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding

29/10/2025

📖🩺🏥School might be out, but it’s never too late to think about a career in the NHS or social care. This half-term why not encourage your child to sign up for our virtual work experience programme, Springpod, and learn about the range of jobs we have in our NHS in Torbay and South Devon.

Anyone who’s 13 or older can access Springpod, which is a nationally-recognised platform which provides an on-demand, virtual work experience programme, incorporating different career modules, quizzes, inspiring videos, and webinars with our colleagues working across our organisation, including communications and engagement, payroll, recruitment, health and wellbeing and equality, diversity and inclusion.

It’s been designed to give an insight into a variety of careers, both clinical and non-clinical, and is a great opportunity for young people to explore their options if they’re unsure what they want to do when they’re older. It’s also free and can be accessed anywhere in the UK – perfect if you’re travelling up country to see friends or relatives this half term.

So why not join the 6,000 people who have enrolled with Springpod and find out more about the exciting roles in our local NHS. Visit https://buff.ly/svlEewO

28/10/2025

😣 Sore throat slowing you down?

Your pharmacist can now help you without needing to see your GP!

Think Pharmacy First – fast, friendly care for sore throats and more. 💬💊

Find your local pharmacy - https://buff.ly/JouyQdE

28/10/2025

💗 Our wonderful Breast Care Team went pink on Friday 24 October in support of Breast Cancer Awareness!

We’re so proud to stand together for such a meaningful cause and to celebrate the compassion, teamwork, and spirit that makes our team so special.

27/10/2025

✨ Little ones remembrance weekend - 06 - 07 December ✨

We will once again be holding our annual crafting session and remembrance service for families who have lost a baby or young child to reflect and remember 💙

🎨 Crafting session
🗓️Saturday 06 December
🕙 10am - 12pm
📍 Bayview restaurant, Torbay Hospital

🕯️ Remembrance service
🗓️ Sunday 07 December
🕒 3pm
📍All Saints Church, Babbacombe, Torquay TQ1 3NY

Visit our website to find out more information 👉 https://buff.ly/I1JfIQy

27/10/2025

💚 Happy World Occupational Therapy Day!

Today we celebrate the incredible professionals who turn challenges into opportunities. Occupational therapists make everyday life possible, supporting people to live, learn, work, and play their way. 💪🌿

💚 Happy World Occupational Therapy Day!

This year’s theme, Occupational Therapy in Action, celebrates the active role occupational therapists play in supporting people to engage in the activities that matter most to them.

It shines a light on the vital contribution occupational therapy makes to promoting health and wellbeing across the world.

It’s the perfect theme as we head into (3–9 November), where we'll be launching our new Right Support, Right Time: Unlocking the Power of OT campaign to highlight the life-changing difference occupational therapists make – especially when they’re involved early.

27/10/2025

💭 This Half Term: Stay Well and Help Us Help You

As we head into half term and colder weather, more people are feeling under the weather with coughs, colds, and seasonal bugs.

Knowing how to access the right care, at the right time means quicker support for you and helps our teams care for those who need it most.

Here’s how to make the right choice 👇

🤧 Self-care
For minor illnesses like coughs, colds, sore throats, mild flu symptoms, or tummy upsets — rest, stay warm, keep hydrated, and try over-the-counter medicines.

Most winter bugs and half-term sniffles will get better on their own within a week or two.

💊 Pharmacy
Your local pharmacist can give expert advice and treatments for a range of minor illnesses — no appointment needed!
Find your nearest pharmacy: https://buff.ly/ClqhF72

🩺 GP or NHS 111
If you have a new, worsening, or ongoing health concern, contact your GP practice or use NHS 111 (online or by phone) for advice and guidance.

⏳ Urgent Treatment Centre (UTC) or Minor Injuries Unit (MIU)
For urgent but not life-threatening problems — such as sprains, minor burns, or infections, visit your local UTC or MIU.
Book an appointment: https://buff.ly/PNVsaXS

🚑 Emergency
In a life-threatening emergency, always go to your nearest Emergency Department or call 999 immediately.

💙 This half term, help us help you, stay warm, stay well, and choose the right NHS service for your needs.

27/10/2025

❌Temporary Closure of Dawlish Minor Injuries Unit

Please be advised that the Minor Injuries Unit (MIU) at Dawlish Community Hospital is closed today Monday 27 October 2025 and Tuesday 28 October 2025.

If you have an urgent but non-life-threatening injury or condition, we recommend visiting our Urgent Treatment Centre (UTC) at Newton Abbot Community Hospital.

https://buff.ly/PNVsaXS

For guidance on the most appropriate service for your needs, please contact 111 or visit https://111.nhs.uk/

We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding

26/10/2025

🐰🐛🍎Have you got the dreaded back to work blues? If you’re craving a job that’s fun, and where you can have a lasting impact nurturing the minds of the future, check out our job advert https://buff.ly/Q5EhbbP

We’re looking for 3 qualified level 3 early years practitioners covering a variety of shifts (permanent 15 and 30 hours a week, and a fixed-term maternity cover) at our Rainbow Day Nursery to create a fun and inspiring environment for children aged 0-5.

If you know your Peter Rabbit from your Very Hungry Caterpillar and have a genuine passion for early years education, please get in touch before our deadline closes on Wednesday 29 October. Let’s make Mondays fun again!

26/10/2025

❄️ Stay well this winter

As coughs, colds and flu start doing the rounds, remember your NHS App is your pocket-sized health assistant

✅ Order repeat prescriptions
✅ Book GP appointments
✅ Check your test results
✅ See your health record
✅ Manage vaccinations
✅ Even message your GP surgery (depending on your practice)

No need to wait on the phone or for opening hours — it’s all at your fingertips 📱

More than 600,000 people in Devon are already using the NHS App to stay on top of their health. Why not join them this winter?

👉 Download it today via the App Store or Google Play, or log in online at nhs.uk/app

25/10/2025

🌟 Help us celebrate outstanding care

Have you experienced exceptional care, shown kindness and compassion, or received outstanding service from one of our amazing team members or services?

🧡 If so, why not nominate them for Our People’s Choice Award!

This special award recognises individuals or teams who’ve gone above and beyond for you. It’s your chance to say thank you and shine a light on the care that made a real difference.

🗓️ Nominations are open all year round from January to December.
📩 Every nomination will be considered and finalists will go to a public vote
🏆 The winner will be announced at our people celebration event in May.

👉 Nominate now https://buff.ly/C0tYSAp