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Hayfever sufferers should prepare - despite the weather A local expert at St Helier, Epsom and Sutton hospitals is encouraging local hayfever sufferers to prepare for the summer, despite the recent poor weather locally. 04 May 2012
Relieve the tension - have your blood pressure checked A senior doctor at Epsom, Sutton and St Helier hospitals is urging local people to think twice about the impact of high blood pressure, as figures show that more than 9,100 patients who came to our hospitals last year had the condition. 04 May 2012
Watch out for whooping cough rise A rise in the number of cases of whooping cough (a highly contagious infection of the lungs) has prompted senior doctors at Epsom, Sutton and St Helier hospitals to ask local people to be aware of the symptoms and ensure their children's vaccinations are up-to-date. 18 April 2012
Top hospital doctor backs no-smoking day A top doctor at St Helier, Epsom and Sutton hospitals backed No Smoking Day on Wednesday (14 March 2012), as patients, visitors, staff and volunteers were all offered support to give up the habit. Staff held a dedicated stand in the outpatient department at St Helier Hospital, giving out advice and information for those thinking of stopping smoking. 16 March 2012
Senior doctor welcomes online asthma test The most senior respiratory (breathing) doctor at Epsom, Sutton and St Helier hospitals has added her backing to a new online test which helps asthma sufferers to manage their condition and avoid asthma attacks. 15 March 2012
Hospital experts back 'Be clear on cancer' campaign Doctors and nurses from Epsom, Sutton and St Helier hospitals have added their backing to a new national 'Be clear on cancer' campaign, which encourages people to be aware of the signs and symptoms of bowel cancer. 13 March 2012
Don't let drink sneak up on you A new NHS Change4Life campaign focused on making individuals more aware of their weekly alcohol intake has received backing from a top doctor at Epsom, Sutton and St Helier hospitals. 22 February 2012
Everybody needs good neighbours especially when it's cold One of the most senior doctors at Epsom, St Helier and Sutton hospitals is calling on local people to think of their neighbours during the current cold weather. 03 February 2012
'Keep warm, keep well' during the cold weather The Met Office has confirmed that all regions of England are now experiencing severe cold weather. Because low temperatures can be dangerous, especially for the very young or very old or those with chronic disease, the most senior nurse at Epsom, Sutton and St Helier hospitals is calling on local people to protect themselves against the dangers of winter. 31 January 2012
Marathon challenge is no cakewalk for Trust IT worker Andy The opening sentence of his first blog entry reads: 'My name is Andy. I like cakes, and sweets, and pies and buns, and just about everything that is bad for you.' 27 January 2012
Keep a lid on it - top nurse gives bathroom tip The most senior nurse at Epsom, Sutton and St Helier hospitals is advising local people to put the lid down when flushing the toilet to avoid the spread of disease. 19 January 2012
Fed up with winter colds and bugs? Catch it, bin it, kill it, says senior nurse It's natural to feel a bit down in January: the party season is over, the days are short and the weather isn't great. Added to that, a number of winter germs are doing the rounds, from common coughs and colds to stomach bugs and flu. 13 January 2012
Want to give up smoking? Get fit with the Quit Kit! One of the most senior doctors at Epsom, St Helier and Sutton hospitals is urging local people who've made a New Year's resolution to quit smoking to seek help and guidance from the beginning, in order to increase their chances of success. 05 January 2012
Please do not visit our hospitals if you have norovirus Doctors at Epsom, Sutton and St Helier hospitals are asking local people not to visit the hospitals if they are suffering from winter-related viral infections in an effort to stop them spreading to patients. Top of the list is norovirus (the 'winter vomiting' bug). 22 December 2011
Head of midwifery backs flu jab for mums-to-be The most senior midwife at the Trust is urging pregnant women to protect themselves and their unborn babies against flu this year, by having the free flu vaccine. Although for most people flu is an unpleasant but not serious illness, the affects can be devastating for those in 'at risk' groups. 05 December 2011
'Keep warm, keep well' this winter Now that the weather is turning and temperatures are starting to drop, the most senior nurse at Epsom, Sutton and St Helier hospitals is calling on local people to protect themselves against the dangers of winter, and to 'keep warm, keep well' this season. 11 November 2011
Improbable, but not impossible have you heard of male breast cancer? Unsurprisingly, women's health has been at the forefront of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which took place in October however, what many do not realise is that, although overwhelmingly an issue for women, men are also susceptible to the disease. 01 November 2011
Top doctors urge local people to join fight against flu The most senior doctors at Epsom and St Helier hospitals are urging local people to protect themselves against flu this winter, by having the vaccine. 28 October 2011
Get to know yourself a little better for Breast Cancer Awareness Month The most senior cancer nurse at Epsom, Sutton and St Helier hospitals is supporting a national campaign to raise awareness of breast cancer next month. October's Breast Cancer Awareness Month aims to encourage women to check their breasts regularly for any changes. 30 September 2011
Hospitals back new bowel cancer campaign The two most senior doctors at Epsom, Sutton and St Helier hospitals have added their support to the first national Government campaign to raise awareness of bowel cancer. Launched on 16 September 2011 by the Health Minister and local MP, Paul Burstow, the campaign focuses on highlighting the symptoms of the illness. 19 September 2011
Independent living sessions at St Helier Hospital The Cancer Information and Support Centre at St Helier Hospital, where local cancer patients and their loved ones can go for practical advice, emotional support and complementary therapies, is hosting a series of events to promote independent living. 02 September 2011
A sting in the tail for some this summer British summers are famously unpredictable, but even when it's not pouring down with rain thousands of people across the country are driven indoors by another problem particular to the season. Although nothing more than an irritating sideshow to a picnic for most, for a significant minority of people bee and wasp stings can be deadly. 05 August 2011
Keeping well down on the farm As the school holidays approach us once more, parents and guardians across Sutton and Epsom will be thinking of enjoyable ways to entertain their children - and that may mean you're planning a trip to a farm or petting zoo. 14 July 2011
Top doctor issues advice for when temperatures rise this summer To many people in the southeast and across the country, it seems like summer came early this year, as the UK recorded its hottest April on record and the driest spring in a century. 08 July 2011
Get a health check online - top doctor supports Men's Health Week 2011 One of the top doctors at Epsom, Sutton and St Helier hospitals is urging local men to take their health more seriously this week, to coincide with the launch of national Men's Health Week, which starts today (13 June 2011). 13 June 2011
Don't take chances over E.coli outbreak, urges senior doctor The recent E.coli outbreak in northern Germany has prompted the most senior microbiologist at Epsom, Sutton and St Helier hospitals to issue words of advice to local people. 03 June 2011
Teenage kidney patients given helping hand Young people with kidney disease who struggle to deal with their condition as they approach adulthood are set to benefit from a new initiative at Epsom and St Helier hospitals. 27 May 2011
'Children should learn life-saving skills' says senior nurse The most senior nurse at Epsom, Sutton and St Helier hospitals is getting behind a new campaign which calls on the Government to add emergency life support skills (such as first aid and resuscitation) to the national curriculum. The initiative, which has been launched by the Resuscitation Council (UK) and the British Heart Foundation, aims to get emergency skills such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation. 17 May 2011
Pollen count reaches (hay) fever pitch A specialist in allergies at Epsom, St Helier and Sutton hospitals is encouraging local hay fever sufferers to be prepared for a long summer, as early signs show that the season ahead could be harder than usual for people who are intolerant to pollen. 13 May 2011
Be on guard in the garden! Watch out for accidents this summer With the weather fast improving and evenings getting longer it's no surprise that many of us will be enjoying the opportunity to do a spot of gardening but did you know the potential dangers involved? 26 April 2011
Dodge DIY dangers this Easter Doctors and nurses at Epsom and St Helier hospitals are calling on all DIY enthusiasts to take care this Easter, as figures show more people hurt themselves over the Bank Holiday weekend. Last year, the busy A&E departments at Epsom and St Helier hospitals saw approximately 270 adults every day. 20 April 2011
'Put a full stop to measles spots' says senior doctor A specialist doctor from the children's A&E department at St Helier Hospital is calling for all local parents to have their children vaccinated against measles. Following reports of measles outbreaks in Europe earlier this week, experts across the country have been encouraging parents to have their children vaccinated before going on holiday. 15 April 2011
Concern for the young as skin cancer rates triple Young people living in Sutton, Merton and Surrey are being urged to take precautions in the sun, as alarming figures show a tripling of skin cancer rates among 15 - 34 year olds in Britain. 12 April 2011
If you're down, seek help One in five people will suffer from depression at some point in their lives and next week local people who may be affected by the illness are being encouraged to seek help. Top hospital doctor Ruth Charlton, who is the Deputy Medical Director at Epsom, St Helier and Sutton hospitals, is supporting Depression Awareness Week. 06 April 2011
'Keep on running' - new treadmills arrive at specialist heart centre Two brand new treadmills at Epsom Hospital are helping patients with heart conditions to get back on their feet and return to fitness. 01 April 2011
'Be aware of TB' urges specialist doctor A breathing and lung specialist at Epsom and St Helier hospitals is urging local people to be vigilant against tuberculosis (TB) after new figures show that the disease is more common in London and urban areas. 09 March 2011
Hospitals launch life-saving training for hostile environments Epsom and St Helier hospitals are launching the UK's first ever A&E (accident and emergency) based training course for people preparing to travel to conflicts and hostile environments around the world. From this summer, international journalists, business travellers, and those working for non-governmental organisations (NGOs) will receive expert tuition from doctors and nurses in the hospitals' busy A&E departments. 08 March 2011
Isn't it time you quit? Epsom, Sutton and St Helier hospitals are throwing their support behind No Smoking Day, which takes place this year on 9 March. Organised by the No Smoking Day charity, the aim of the day is to provide a common focal point for smokers wishing to give up the habit. 07 March 2011
Better hand hygiene - nothing to sneeze at! The infection control and prevention team at Epsom, Sutton and St Helier hospitals is reminding local people about the importance of regular hand washing to stay healthy. Cold weather is often seen as the prime time for infectious illnesses, but although winter is on its way out, the threat posed by viruses and other bugs is not. 25 February 2011
Keep your heart BEATing this February Now that Valentine's Day is finished for another year, you might be tempted to forget all about matters of the heart. But leading doctors at Epsom and St Helier hospitals are urging local people to keep their heart in mind and to get involved with National Heart Month. 21 February 2011
Don't stop it - swap it The most senior nurse at Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust is encouraging local people to get involved with the Great Swapathon - a national campaign that can help you and your family swap snacks and sugary drinks for healthier alternatives. 10 February 2011
Got flu? Stay at home. If you think you might have flu, please stay at home and do not come to the hospital. Instead, rest and drink plenty of fluids. You can also take over-the-counter flu remedies to help relieve the symptoms. 04 January 2011
Experts call for 'at risk' people and pregnant women to have free flu jab Doctors at Epsom and St Helier hospitals are repeating their call for local people to be vaccinated against flu this winter, as a small number of people have been admitted to our hospitals with flu-related conditions. 23 December 2010
Blood donors needed urgently A senior doctor at Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust has made an urgent appeal for local people to give blood after the NHS Blood Service reported that stocks are running low. 17 December 2010
Stay healthy during winter weather Temperatures are already dropping and are forecast to fall still further over the weekend, with some predictions of snow in London and the southeast. 25 November 2010
'Keep warm, keep well' this winter With winter approaching fast, and the recent drop in temperatures, the chief nurse at Epsom, Sutton and St Helier hospitals is encouraging local people to do all they can to 'keep warm, keep well'. 'Keep warm, keep well' is the national campaign to reduce cold-related illnesses and deaths during winter. The initiative offers practical information and advice about how to stay well in the cold, as well as the financial support available. 11 November 2010
Leading doctor urges local people to look after their health A leading doctor at Epsom, Sutton and St Helier hospitals is encouraging local people, especially those with a long term illness, to learn how to improve their health and wellbeing. Dr Martin Stockwell, Deputy Medical Director at Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust is backing the national Self Care Awareness Week. 10 November 2010
Don't let explosive fun get out of hand The A&E teams at Epsom and St Helier hospitals are urging local residents to take extra care with fireworks this Guy Fawkes' night. Around this time every year, the Trust sees an increase in the number of people attending its A&E departments as a direct result of accidents caused by fireworks and bonfires, including children who are injured by sparklers. 26 October 2010
Experts urge 'at risk' people and pregnant women to have free flu jab For most people, getting the flu is unpleasant, but not serious and they recover within about a week. However, for some people, getting the flu can lead to more serious illnesses such as pneumonia. In addition, it is estimated that there are 8,000 flu-related deaths in the winter months in England and Wales - some of which could be avoided by vaccination. 26 October 2010
Leading cancer nurse backs new iPhone app One in nine women in the UK will get breast cancer at some point in their lifetime. As with all cancers, the earlier the condition is found, the better the chance of beating it. That's why a leading cancer nurse at Epsom and St Helier hospitals is supporting a new iPhone application (app) that encourages women to check their breasts regularly. 22 October 2010
Get the right NHS care, faster, this winter As winter gets closer, hospitals up and down the country see more and more people coming through the doors of their accident and emergency (A&E) departments because of accidents in the icy conditions and seasonal illnesses. Whilst most people using A&E genuinely need its services and are suffering a life threatening or real emergency to their health, there are also people who come because they are feeling mildly unwell. 20 October 2010
Alcohol related illnesses and injuries continue to soar Disturbing new figures show that the number of people admitted to Epsom and St Helier hospitals with alcohol related illnesses and injuries in the past seven years has increased by almost 145 per cent. Whether people require long-term medical treatment for chronic liver failure, or need hospital treatment in Accident & Emergency (A&E) after a drunken fall, the figures show that in 2009-10, 575 people were admitted to the hospitals because of drinking alcohol, compared to 234 in 2002-03. 05 October 2010
Top cancer nurse backs Breast Cancer Awareness Month A leading cancer nurse at Epsom and St Helier hospitals is supporting a national campaign to raise awareness of breast cancer this month. 01 October 2010
Hospital experts warn of 'winter vomiting bug' return Doctors at Epsom, Sutton and St Helier hospitals are encouraging people to prepare for the return of the 'winter vomiting' bug, norovirus. 01 October 2010
Expert urges young people to be prepared A leading doctor at Epsom and St Helier hospitals is urging local young people to take up first aid courses, after new figures show that the majority of children aged 11 - 16 have had to cope with an emergency situation. 14 September 2010
'Learning to live with cancer' course to begin shortly A free course to help local cancer patients and their loved ones deal with the devastating effects of the disease is set to begin at Epsom Hospital later this month (September). The eight-week course, called 'Learning to live with cancer', offers practical advice and emotional support to anyone who has been affected by cancer. 09 September 2010
Hospital experts offer advice to travellers returning from Pakistan Infection control and prevention experts at Epsom, Sutton and St Helier hospitals are preparing for the possibility of treating local people who have recently returned from flood-hit Pakistan. Heavy monsoon rains have caused serious flooding in many areas of the country, with over a thousand people reported killed and millions homeless. 25 August 2010
Skin cancer experts call to cut VAT on sun cream A skin cancer expert who works at Epsom, St Helier and Sutton hospitals is backing a campaign to cut the VAT paid on sun cream. The campaign, which calls for the government to slash VAT on sun cream from the normal 17.5% to a 5% levy charge, follows figures that show skin cancer is the UK's fastest growing cancer and the second biggest killer of young men under the age of 35. 12 August 2010
Trust expert warns local people to keep an eye out for glaucoma An eye expert from Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust is warning local people of the dangers of glaucoma, a condition which can cause blindness. The move to raise awareness forms part of National Glaucoma Awareness Week, which runs from 7 - 13 June 2010. 01 June 2010
Want to stop smoking? There's an app for that A doctor who specialises in treating lung conditions at Epsom, Sutton and St Helier hospitals has praised a new iPhone application that helps people to quit smoking. The official NHS app, which is called NHS Quit Smoking, provides daily hints and tips to help manage cravings. 24 May 2010
Chief pharmacist dispenses helpful advice The most senior pharmacist at Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust is urging local people to remember their medicines when they go into hospital. 26 April 2010
'Be the difference' - Trust supports campaign encouraging first aid training The top nurse at Epsom, St Helier and Sutton hospitals is supporting a new campaign from St John's Ambulance, which encourages more people to get first aid training. 19 April 2010
Icelandic volcanic plume update Patients and local people will be aware that a volcanic eruption in Iceland has left a plume of ash in the skies over a large part of Europe. 16 April 2010
Food for thought as hospitals protect mealtimes Eating healthily, and eating well, are essential for patients recovering from illness or injury. With this in mind, the Trust has re-launched its 'protected mealtimes' initiative to make sure patients at Epsom and St Helier hospitals are given the time - and the attention from nursing staff - they require to eat their meals. 01 April 2010
Trust staff encouraged to get on their bike Many people find that as the weather gets warmer and the memories of the long winter evenings fade, this time of year is the perfect time to get on your bike and out into the fresh air. And that's why the Trust is doing all it can to help its 5,200 members of staff and volunteers get back into the saddle. 25 March 2010
Pressure to drink could be all in the mind Experts at Epsom and St Helier hospitals are encouraging local people to think twice about having 'one last drink', as new figures from the Department of Health show that peer pressure to binge drink could all be in our minds. A YouGov poll of more than 2,000 adults suggests that 22% of people blame peer pressure when they drink more than they planned to, while 39% feel the need to make up an excuse or lie to justify refusing a drink. 22 March 2010
Be fab and forty with a MidLifeCheck Keeping healthy as you get older isn't always as easy as it seems, which is why one of the top doctors at St Helier, Sutton and Epsom hospitals is supporting a new NHS service to help adults over 40 improve their quality of life. 15 March 2010
Let's Dance 4 free The top nurse at Epsom, Sutton and St Helier hospitals is encouraging local people to take part in free dance classes that are being held across south west London and Surrey next weekend (March 6 and 7). The Let's Dance campaign, which is part of Change4Life (the nationwide movement to help us all live healthier, happier and longer lives) has been launched in partnership with the Fitness Industry Association, to get local people dancing their way to fitness. 01 March 2010
New 'NHS Stressline' is here to help With the festive season long gone, but the associated credit card bills landing through the letterbox - combined with long nights and cold weather - the early months of a new year is often a tough time. However, help is at hand, with the top doctor at Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust's urging local people to turn to a new NHS service if the financial stresses and strains are mounting up. 01 March 2010
'My son was dangerously ill with meningitis' The Chief Executive of Epsom, St Helier and Sutton hospitals is making a heartfelt plea to local parents, asking them to be aware of the risks and symptoms of meningitis. Last year, when Samantha Jones' baby twins, Leo and Ellie, were just seven weeks old, Leo contracted meningitis and was left fighting for his life. Now, because the number of cases of meningitis peaks at this time of year, Samantha is speaking out about her family's experience. 26 February 2010
Have a healthy heart this Valentine's During February, as shops line their shelves with love hearts, chocolates and red roses, it's hard not to think about matters of the heart. But experts at Epsom, St Helier and Sutton hospitals are encouraging people to think about their hearts in a different way this Valentine's Day, and to make sure your heart is a healthy one. 09 February 2010
Local cancer experts back new bill to ban under 18s from sunbeds Cancer experts at Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust are supporting a private member's bill (a bill put to Government by MPs) to ban under 18 year olds from using sunbeds in local tanning salons. 22 January 2010
Swine flu: Trust encourages local people to stay vigilant The Chief Executive and top doctor at Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust are encouraging local people to remain vigilant against swine flu, despite a decrease in the numbers of people falling ill with the virus. 14 January 2010
'Winter vomiting' bug hits hospitals Doctors at Epsom, Sutton and St Helier hospitals are asking local people not to visit the hospitals if they are suffering from winter-related viral infections in an effort to stop them spreading to patients. Top of the list is norovirus (the 'winter vomiting' bug). 14 January 2010
New appointments centre makes life easier for patients The Trust is pleased to announce the launch of a new central appointments centre to make it easier for patients to book, amend and cancel outpatient appointments at its hospitals. 31 December 2009
'Choose Well' and get the right care from the right service at the right time Doctors at Epsom, St Helier and Sutton hospitals are urging local people to get the right treatment if they fall ill or hurt themselves this winter. 31 December 2009
As snow falls, Trust says it's ''business as usual'' It's business as usual across Epsom, St Helier and Sutton hospitals despite the flurry of overnight snow. 18 December 2009
Trust encourages pregnant women to have swine flu vaccine The top doctor and most senior midwife at Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust are encouraging local mums-to-be to get vaccinated against swine flu this winter. 17 December 2009
'Keep warm, keep well' this winter With temperatures set to plummet even further over the next few days and heavy snow predicted for tomorrow, chief nurse at Epsom, Sutton and St Helier hospitals is encouraging local people to do all they can to 'keep warm, keep well'. 'Keep warm, keep well' is a national campaign to reduce cold-related illness and deaths during the winter. 17 December 2009
Lung doctor joins campaign to raise awareness of deadly disease A doctor who specialises in treating people with lung problems is urging local people to be aware of the risks and symptoms of lung cancer, as he gets behind a national campaign to raise awareness of the disease this month. Dr Shakil Rahman, consultant in respiratory medicine for the Trust, is supporting lung cancer awareness month, which runs throughout November. 23 November 2009
Patient Information Centre opens with a pledge A brand new Patient Information Centre designed and built to offer patients at St Helier Hospital a wide range of information about different aspects of their healthcare was officially opened by the MP for Carshalton and Wallington, Tom Brake, on Friday (October 16). 21 October 2009
You are welcome to breastfeed here New mothers trying to breastfeed their babies can sometimes feel uncomfortable doing so in public, but at Epsom and St Helier hospitals, a new initiative has been launched to let everyone know that we are officially breastfeeding friendly. 16 October 2009
New website helps local children stop the spread of swine flu Children and young people from across Epsom, Sutton and Merton can now learn more about swine flu and how to protect themselves against the virus, thanks to the help of a new interactive website which has been specially written and designed for them. The site also includes an extensive range of quizzes and games to test their knowledge about bugs and viruses. 05 October 2009
'Are we nearly there yet?' family walk 65 miles to their holiday destination A surgeon from Epsom and his family have walked from their home to the Isle of Wight, where they enjoyed a ten day summer break. 14 September 2009
New 'Credit Crunch Stressline' throws a lifeline As the credit crunch continues to grip the country, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust's top doctor is urging local people to lean on a new service that has been launched by the NHS. 10 September 2009
Breaking up the risk of blood clots Doctors and nurses at Epsom and St Helier hospitals have adopted a new set of guidelines to help prevent deep vein thrombosis (DVT) - a condition that kills 25,000 people per year in the UK alone. 18 August 2009
Swine 'flu update number 4 Like other local hospitals, the Trust has admitted a small number of patients who have had swine 'flu or were suspected of having it. 17 August 2009
Stop measles making a comeback Experts at Epsom, Sutton and St Helier hospitals are urging local parents to get their children immunised against measles, after new figures show that vaccination rates in the UK are too low to protect the population properly. 10 August 2009
Get Britain Breastfeeding exhibition arrives at St Helier Hospital For one week only, St Helier Hospital will be home to a prestigious art exhibition about breastfeeding. The Get Britain Breastfeeding exhibition went on display in the Retreat restaurant to promote the benefits of breastfeeding and will be up for all to see until 30 July 2009. 29 July 2009
Alcohol related illnesses and injuries soar Worrying new figures show that the number of people admitted to Epsom and St Helier hospitals with alcohol related illnesses has rocketed by almost 120 per cent in the past six years. 03 July 2009
Breastfeeding - every day makes a difference to your baby Midwives from Epsom and St Helier hospitals will be hitting the streets next week to spread the word about the benefits of breastfeeding. As part of national Breastfeeding Awareness Week (10 to 16 May), the Trust's breastfeeding experts along with the National Childcare Trust, health visitors and the La Leche League will be hosting road shows in Sutton and Epsom. 05 May 2009
Senior pharmacist offers advice to local residents about teething gels Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust's most senior pharmacist has issued a warning to the local community about the risks associated with people under the age of 16 using teething gels and mouth ulcer treatments that contain salicylate salts, which work in a similar way to aspirin. 29 April 2009
Best foot forward for national Walk to Work week Clinicians at Epsom, Sutton and St Helier hospitals are urging local people to put their best foot forward during the first national Walk to Work week. 28 April 2009
Summer's here - but it's not all good news for those with hayfever A leading expert at Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust is giving local residents advice on simple steps they can take to help reduce the symptoms of hayfever and related allergies. 28 April 2009
Don't be a DIY disaster this Easter As the Easter bank holiday approaches, staff in the Accident & Emergency (A&E) departments at both Epsom and St Helier hospitals are calling on DIY enthusiasts to take care when making home improvements. 31 March 2009
Experts join the fight against ovarian cancer Experts at Epsom and St Helier hospitals are urging women to be more aware of the symptoms and risks of ovarian cancer. Ovarian cancer is the fifth most common cancer in women and kills 4,500 people per year in the UK alone. Now the fight is on to raise awareness of the disease. 24 March 2009
Get well soon - without using antibiotics Health experts at Epsom and St Helier hospitals are backing a national campaign to reduce the unnecessary use of antibiotics. 13 March 2009
Experts encourage women to attend smear tests Experts at Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust are encouraging women to make sure they attend cervical smear tests. 10 March 2009
Get to The Point for sex education A new sexual health centre to educate young people about sex and relationships has been launched by Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust and Sutton and Merton Primary Care Trust. 24 February 2009
Go to work on an egg again Good news for egg lovers was welcomed by healthy eating experts at Epsom and St Helier hospitals last week. 24 February 2009
Clinicians support healthy living campaign Healthy eating experts at Epsom and St Helier hospitals are supporting a national campaign to help stop obesity in its tracks. 03 February 2009
Hospitals warn of dangers of buying medicines online Hundreds of people across Sutton, Merton and Surrey could be playing Russian roulette with their health by buying prescription drugs from the web, according to the Chief Pharmacist at Epsom and St Helier hospitals, Anne Davies. 09 February 2009
Local people asked to help stop the spread of winter bugs Doctors and nurses at Epsom, Sutton and St Helier hospitals are asking local people not to visit if they are suffering from winter-related viral infections in an effort to stop them spreading to patients. Top of the list of bugs are Norovirus (winter vomiting) and Influenza (flu). 15 January 2009
Doctors make A&E plea Doctors at Epsom and St Helier hospitals are calling on local people to only visit its A&E departments if they have a genuine emergency or accident, because of intense pressure on its services. 15 January 2009
Doctors make A&E plea Doctors at Epsom and St Helier hospitals are calling on local people to only visit its A&E departments if they have a genuine emergency or accident, because of intense pressure on its services. 11 December 2008
Headphone advice goes in one ear and out the other The audiology departments at Epsom and St Helier hospitals are advising people to listen carefully to their new MP3 players, including iPods, this Christmas. 10 December 2008
Doctors join fight against invisible killer Doctors at Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust are reminding homeowners and landlords across Sutton, Merton and Surrey of the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning and the simple steps that they can take to protect themselves and others from harm. 10 December 2008
Breast is best for babies Midwives at Epsom and St Helier hospitals are backing a national Department of Health campaign encouraging mums-to-be to breastfeed by giving them a new DVD. The film, From bump to breastfeeding - following real mothers' stories, is given to mothers-to-be at 28 weeks. 10 December 2008
Local midwives back new caffeine advice Midwives at Epsom and St Helier hospitals are backing new advice issued by the Food Standards Agency (FSA) which encourages pregnant women not to drink more than two cups of coffee a day. 01 December 2008
Top doctor warns local people to be SMART in the sun Local skin experts at Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust and Sutton and Merton Primary Care Trust are encouraging people to be SMART in the sun this year. 04 December 2008
A reminder for overseas visitors intending to use Trust services Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust is reminding people from across Sutton, Merton and Surrey that hospital treatment is free to people who ordinarily live in the United Kingdom. 04 December 2008
Top doctor and top nurse back new NHS no smoking campaign The top doctor and top nurse at Epsom and St Helier Hospitals University Hospitals NHS Trust have added their backing to a new £5.2 million NHS campaign that will highlight the danger to parents that their smoking will dramatically increase their children's chances of becoming a smoker too. 04 December 2008
Trust raises awareness of home births The maternity departments at Epsom and St Helier hospitals are running a number of open days to make mums-to-be and their partners aware of the different options for where and how to give birth, in particular having their baby at home. Community midwives, as well as parents who have experienced home births, will also be available for prospective parents to speak to. 05 December 2008
Concerns about Diphtheria The Health Protection Agency has been responding to the death of a child who was originally treated at St Helier Hospital before being transferred to St Thomas' Hospital, Westminster for more specialist care. The most likely explanation for the child's death is an infection with diphtheria. 05 December 2008
Keeping those hayfever blues at bay Spring has sprung, bringing with it allergy problems for many people across Sutton, Merton and Surrey. Around one in three people nationally suffer from some type of allergy and 20% have problems with nasal allergies, including hayfever. 05 December 2008
Getting the right treatment over the bank holidays Doctors at Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust are reminding patients to only use the hospital's two Accident & Emergency (A&E) department if they have an emergency or accident. Their message comes in the run up to the bank holiday periods, some of the busiest times for A&E departments. 05 December 2008

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