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Joe's story
Early diagnosis of a rare genetic condition allowed Joe’s family to get him the support he needed to thrive. Cambridge Children’s Hospital will embed genomics research into the heart of the hospital, working to improve outcomes for children with rare and complex conditions.
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Bestselling author and broadcaster Rev. Richard Coles backs public appeal for Cambridge Children's Hospital
Bestselling author, 'I’m a Celebrity' finalist, and one half of the chart-topping 1980s band the Communards, Rev. Richard Coles has backed the public appeal to raise money for Cambridge Children’s Hospital.
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Children and young people “dropped down the agenda” during Covid 19 pandemic
Almost 200,000 research studies on mental health impacts were carried out during the pandemic, but only 35 included children and young people, creating “a huge data gap”.
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Working together to consider how Cambridge Children’s Hospital can support gaps in care provision
Cambridge Children’s Hospital hosted a workshop recently for commissioners, clinicians and the project team to look at options for one of the inpatient spaces within the new specialist facility.
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How video technology is helping diagnose seizures in children closer to home
Harnessing the power of digital and telehealth technology to diagnose and treat patients closer to home is one of the pillars of Cambridge Children’s Hospital. Little Cain, from Peterborough, is already benefitting from this.
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Expert panel in conversation about Cambridge Children’s Hospital vision for future of healthcare
The unique ambition of Cambridge Children’s Hospital was the topic of a panel discussion held in London recently. Around 60 people attended as part of an evening reception for the hospital’s fundraising campaign.
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Young researcher wins award for pioneering research that could help develop new treatments for PTSD
Charlotte, who is a member of Cambridge Children’s Young Adult Forum, suffered PTSD following serious health challenges. This has inspired her research project into new treatments for people whose lives are affected by a traumatic experience.
New East of England children’s hospital one step closer
Cambridge Children’s Hospital, the first specialist children’s hospital for the East of England, had its Outline Business Case (OBC) approved in principle in September 2023.
Staff visit Cambridge Children’s Hospital site
Staff from our partner organisations – CUH, CPFT and the University of Cambridge – were invited to the Cambridge Children’s Hospital site where pre-construction works are underway. Sharing this exciting milestone with staff was an exciting moment for the project team.
Children and young people visit site of their new hospital
Since Cambridge Children's Network was launched three years ago, dozens of children, young people and families from all over the East of England have been involved in shaping the new hospital's design. We invited some of them to visit the site where the hospital will one day stand.
Children put questions to their TV hero, Dr Xand
When Dr Xand visited our project team recently, some younger members of Cambridge Children's Network jumped at the chance to talk to the CBBC superstar.
Digging Down: Archaeologists unearth history of Cambridge Children's Hospital site
The archaeological works are a vital part of the work to prepare the Cambridge Children's Hospital site for construction next year.
TV star Doctor Xand visits Cambridge Children's Hospital site
TV's Dr Xand van Tulleken met the Cambridge Children's Hospital team, parents and young people to learn more about our work to build the East of England's first specialist children's hospital.
An integrated approach to care reduces the mental health challenges of children with epilepsy – study reveals
The importance of Cambridge Children’s Hospital’s vision of treating mental and physical healthcare together has been highlighted in a new study. The trial, which brought psychological treatment directly into epilepsy clinics, showed a reduction in mental health difficulties compared to standard care.
Tristan’s story: How research brings hope to rare disease families
Many parents and carers wait months, even years, for their child to be diagnosed. But questions often remain about what that rare disease means for them in the long term. Tristan and his mum, Celia, talk about their journey and why they believe bringing a research institute into Cambridge Children's Hospital will be a game changer for families.
Preparation work begins on Cambridge Children’s Hospital site
After many years in the pipeline, work to make Cambridge Children's Hospital a reality has reached a new milestone as the diggers move in to start preparing the site for construction next year.
Spotlight on Staff: Isobel Heyman
For our Spotlight on Staff series, sixteen-year-old Ethan quizzes our Integrated Care lead, Dr Isobel Heyman, about why integrated care - the treatment of mental and physical health, together - is long overdue. You can watch the video or read the transcription, below.
Physios perform Beyonce dance to celebrate teen’s inspirational recovery
The family of a teenager who spent almost 100 days in hospital share their delight, as their daughter’s remarkable recovery was celebrated with an iconic Beyonce dance by the physios who taught her to walk again.
Fundraising Campaign passes halfway mark, raising more than half of £100m target
The Fundraising Campaign to build a ground-breaking 35,000sqm children’s hospital in Cambridge has passed the halfway mark of its £100m target.
Spotlight on Staff: Sarah Asbury
For our Spotlight on Staff series, eighteen-year-old Olina puts some questions to one of our Coproduction Champions, Sarah. They talk about why the parent voice is so important, food in hospital, and why dogs often provide the best therapy. You can watch the video or read the transcription, below.
Cambridge Children’s Hospital will "improve treatment and outcomes" for children and young people with eating disorders
There has been a significant increase in the numbers of children and young people being diagnosed with eating disorders, according to a recent Government report. Cambridge Children's Hospital will treat mental health and physical health together, an approach that experts believe will make a real difference to those with this devastating condition.
Spotlight on Staff: Malcolm McFrederick
For our Spotlight on Staff series, fourteen-year-old Shreyas puts some questions to Cambridge Children's Hospital Project Director Malcolm McFrederick. They talk about the challenges faced on such a big project, food in hospital and the need for patience! You can watch the video or read the transcription, below.
Genetic research was “the best gift” for our son
A family from West Yorkshire, who say genetic research was “the best gift” for their son, are supporting Cambridge Children’s Hospital, the first specialist children's hospital to bring genomic research, physical health, and mental health together, under one roof.
New milestone for specialist children’s hospital in the East of England
Cambridge Children’s Hospital, which will be the first specialist children’s hospital for the East of England, has been given the green light to proceed to the final stage of its business case development.
Children tell us why play in hospital makes a difference
Themes of play and playfulness have been central to the architectural designs for Cambridge Children's Hospital. Play is a key part of our holistic approach to care, both to support wellbeing during treatment and distract from the hospital environment.
Spotlight on Staff: Dr Denise Williams
For our Spotlight on Staff series, fifteen-year-old Libby from Cambridge Children's Network puts some questions to Dr Denise Williams, a retired paediatric oncology doctor who is bringing her expertise to the Cambridge Children's Hospital project. You can watch the video or read the transcription, below.