News
This section gives you the latest news about our work and achievements. It also provides guidance and contacts if you have a media enquiry or filming request.
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Lambeth Community Care Centre open day - Sunday 9 June
Tuesday 4 June 2013
To celebrate its recent makeover, staff at Lambeth Community Care Centre are inviting local people to take a peak behind the scenes of the new look centre in Monkton Street, Kennington, SE11 4TX on Sunday 9 June from 1-4pm.
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You're hired! Hospital apprentice scheme gets young people working
Friday 31 May 2013
Over the past 18 months, more than 350 young people in the local community have been helped into employment by the Trust's apprenticeship and work placement schemes.
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Surgeon nominates patient for Scoliosis Association Roll of Honour
Wednesday 29 May 2013
Seven-year-old Sophie Tucker was recently nominated for the Scolosis Association (SAUK) Roll of Honour by her surgeon at Evelina Children's Hospital, Mr Lucas.
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Have a laugh for Evelina at Ministry of Sound comedy night
Friday 24 May 2013
Have a laugh and raise money for Evelina Children's Hospital at a Ministry of Sound comedy night on Wednesday 5 June, 7pm.
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Developing leadership in allied health professionals
Thursday 23 May 2013
Community allied health professionals were given an insight into how to get to the top of their profession this month.
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National smile month - talk to our experts
Tuesday 21 May 2013
20 May to 20 June is national smile month. Come and meet our experts for tips and advice on keeping your teeth healthy.
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Staff across orthopaedics try their hand at simulated surgery
Thursday 16 May 2013
Staff across the trauma and orthopaedic department recently stepped into the shoes of surgeons with a machine that simulates knee surgery.
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Patients encouraged to graffiti
Tuesday 14 May 2013
Patients receiving care in the gastro-intestinal wards at St Thomas' Hospital are sharing their feedback in a less than conventional manner – graffiti.
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Find out more about children's heart conditions
Tuesday 14 May 2013
This week is Children's Heart week. Staff, patients and families will have the opportunity to find out more about children's heart conditions.
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Parents to trek highest mountain in England to raise money for the Evelina
Tuesday 7 May 2013
The parents of Lana Olivia Attwood, who sadly passed away in May 2012, are climbing the highest mountain in Britain in aid of the Evelina Children's Hospital.