Hospital archive resources
A woman who became dangerously unwell with a rare and serious autoimmune illness has thanked teams at Ipswich Hospital for saving her life. Harriet Hunt, 36, was diagnosed with acute disseminated encephalomyelitis (ADEM) after what she now knows was a streptococcal throat infection. It was completely out of the blue and happened so quickly. She… Read more »
Parents, carers and guardians across Suffolk are being encouraged to share their experiences through the 2026 Suffolk Annual Parent Carer Survey. The survey is being independently delivered by Knowing Works on behalf of the Suffolk Local Area Partnership, which includes Suffolk County Council. It aims to gather feedback from people who support children and young… Read more »
A mum and son who have both been diagnosed with the same type of blood cancer are taking part in research to evaluate the impact of new treatment. Pat Sawyer, 85, and Mark Sawyer, 62, were both diagnosed with blood cancer through routine blood tests before surgery. Pat for an operation to her hand, Mark… Read more »
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has published its well-led assessment for East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust (ESNEFT). The review took place in November last year. It provides a snapshot of the Trust as it was at that time and since then, there have been many significant changes. The report recognises the Trust’s… Read more »
Patients attending hospital for cancer treatment will now be able to familiarise themselves with where to go and what to expect before their visit, thanks to new charity-funded videos. Funded by Colchester & Ipswich Hospitals Charity, the videos have been created to help reduce anxiety by showing patients exactly what to expect when they arrive… Read more »
They don’t look like metal humanoids from the future, but two new pharmacy robots are joining the team at Colchester and Ipswich hospitals to help speed up the service. Work has begun to bring in two new robots that can pick and dispense medication at super speed. The robots can check dates on packets and… Read more »
Dr Martin Mansfield is Deputy Chief Medical Officer and Caldicott Guardian – the senior person responsible for health and care information – at East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust (ESNEFT). He said: “Any unauthorised access of patient data is completely unacceptable. We understand the significant distress it can cause patients and their families…. Read more »
Around 8,500 people across the UK are currently waiting for a transplant, and the transplant waiting list is the highest it has ever been. Most people support organ donation, but many have never taken the step of confirming their decision. Rachel Stott and her family honoured her mum Maggy’s wishes to donate her organs, after… Read more »
This year’s Organ Donation Week runs between Monday 21 September and Sunday 27 September. Organ Donation is facing significant challenges. The transplant list is the highest it’s ever been and every day, somewhere across the UK, someone dies waiting for a transplant. This Organ Donation Week people are being asked to actively record their decision… Read more »
Therapy animals are always popular with our patients but now, two four-legged friends with a difference are improving the hospital experience of people living with dementia. Two robotic pets have been donated to the Trust by the Alzheimer’s Society – a cat and a dog – and they’re already helping patients who find comfort from… Read more »
Whether you recently visited one of our hospitals, attended an outpatient appointment, received maternity care or used one of our services, we’d like to hear about your experience through our Friends and Family Test (FFT). The Friends and Family Test gives patients, families and carers an opportunity to share feedback about the care they have… Read more »
People in Clacton with urgent, but non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries, are receiving care and treatment in improved healthcare facilities closer to home. A £25 million redevelopment programme to transform Clacton Hospital, including construction of a new urgent treatment centre (UTC) for people with minor illnesses and injuries, is now complete. The UTC service, which is… Read more »