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hospice needs help with raffle prizes Blog
Blog 6 Sep 2023

Hospice needs help with raffle prizes

Hospice Fundraiser Lindsey Richards said: “We’re very grateful to everyone who donates raffle prizes throughout the year, but this year, we need…

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a dedicated decade to making a difference 10 years of healthwatch doncaster! Blog
Blog 1 Sep 2023

A dedicated decade to making a difference – 10 years of Healthwatch Doncaster!

Last week people and partners came together to share with us what a wonderful time we’ve had making health and social care…

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flying the flag for learning disabilities Blog
Blog 15 Aug 2023

Flying the flag for learning disabilities

An NHS governor is flying the flag for people with learning disabilities by using his own knowledge and lived experience to improve…

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from public engagement and marmalade sandwiches to the house of lords. Blog
Blog 25 Jul 2023

From public engagement and marmalade sandwiches to the House of Lords.

Yesterday Healthwatch Doncaster had the opportunity for national recognition as we represented ourselves, Healthwatch England and people’s voices on Primary and Community…

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jason boxing for cancer research uk Blog
Blog 28 Jun 2023

Jason boxing for Cancer Research UK

A Doncaster man is getting into the boxing ring to fundraise for charity in memory of his grandma.

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there’s no limitations for dreams Blog
Blog 22 Jun 2023

There’s no limitations for dreams

As we mark Refugee Week 2003, which runs from June 19-25 and which aims to inspire, educate and raise awareness of the…

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national patient participation group week franks story Blog
Blog 7 Jun 2023

National Patient Participation Group Week – Franks Story

It's is National Patient Participation Group Week, so we asked the members of our PPG network why does being a member of…

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local hospitals mark three years since admitting first covid patient Blog
Blog 23 Mar 2023

Local hospitals mark three years since admitting first covid patient

21 March 2023 marks exactly three years since Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals Trust (DBTH) admitted its very first patient with coronavirus.

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hospital charity campaign funds specialist scanner improving ‘dignified’ care for those suffering baby loss Blog
Blog 21 Mar 2023

Hospital charity campaign funds specialist scanner improving ‘dignified’ care for those suffering baby loss

A brand-new mobile ultrasound scanner will provide a more ‘dignified’ and ‘comfortable’ experience for patients with pregnancy complications.

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doncaster paediatrics host alice in wonderland world book day event Blog
Blog 8 Mar 2023

Doncaster Paediatrics host Alice in Wonderland World Book Day event

On Thursday 2 March, Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospital’s Children’s Ward at Doncaster Royal Infirmary celebrated World Book Day with an Alice…

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helping families affected by drug and alcohol misuse Blog
Blog 1 Mar 2023

Helping families affected by drug and alcohol misuse

An NHS service which supports the health and wellbeing of children and young people in Doncaster is encouraging families affected by drug…

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doncaster psychiatrist retires after half a century of front line care Blog
Blog 21 Feb 2023

Doncaster Psychiatrist retires after half a century of front-line care

A Doncaster Psychiatrist, whose ‘working’ life started as a young boy delivering telegrams on his bike for a few pence in the…

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