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We provide hospital and community services in and around Bolton. Posts are managed and monitored Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm. Visit our website boltonft.nhs.uk

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Christmas has come early for children and young people staying at Royal Bolton Hospital as BRIT Award winner and I’m A Celebrity campmate, Aitch, delivered presents ahead of the big day.

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19.12.2025 08:44 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Bolton NHS Foundation Trust win HTN Health Tech Award for improving patient care - Bolton NHS FT Bolton NHS Foundation Trust has won an award for work to speed up district nurse referrals and provide patients with safer care more quickly.

We've won an award for speeding up district nurse referrals and providing patients with safer care more quickly using technology.

Our Digital teams were recognised in the HTN Health Tech Awards β€˜best use of digital for improving care pathways’ category.

17.10.2025 12:33 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Bolton NHS Foundation Trust invites public to Annual Members' Meeting 2025 - Bolton NHS FT People in Bolton are being invited to join Bolton NHS Foundation Trust’s Annual Members Meeting on Wednesday 15 October 2025.

You're invited to join our Annual Members' Meeting tomorrow!

This event offers a unique opportunity to hear about our achievements and plans for the future of healthcare in Bolton.

πŸ“… Wednesday 15 October
πŸ“ Lecture Theatre, University Medical School, Royal Bolton Hospital
πŸ• 1-3pm

14.10.2025 10:35 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Thank you to our volunteers and iFM teams who helped tidy our Baby Memorial Garden last night.

It’s as we prepare to host our annual #waveoflight event this Wednesday 15 October at 6.45pm.

People are welcome to join us as we remember the lives of babies who sadly died too soon.

14.10.2025 08:21 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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FABB Awards 2025 sees Bolton’s NHS staff recognised for making β€˜lasting difference’ - Bolton NHS FT Bolton’s health and care staff recognised for making β€˜lasting difference’ at FABB Awards 2025 More than 600 nominations received to...

Individuals and teams who work to provide life changing care to people in Bolton have been recognised at our FABB Awards 2025.

The celebration shines a spotlight on the work of those on the frontline and the staff working behind the scenes.

Take a look πŸ‘‡

13.10.2025 15:32 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨 Our Emergency Department is extremely busy!

Please only attend in a life or limb-threatening emergency.

Choosing the most appropriate place for care allows our staff to concentrate on people whose lives are at risk.

Please use 111.nhs.uk for advice.

10.10.2025 09:20 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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People invited to join Wave of Light service at Royal Bolton Hospital - Bolton NHS FT People across Bolton are invited to join a special candle-lit service at Royal Bolton Hospital to remember babies who sadly died too soon.

You're invited to join a candle-lit service at Royal Bolton Hospital to remember babies who sadly died too soon.

The #WaveOfLight is taking place on Wednesday 15 October in our Baby Memorial Garden to mark the end of Baby Loss Awareness Week #BLAW.

Read more ‡️

09.10.2025 08:15 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Look and feel every month.

Most people survive breast cancer if treated at an early stage.

Your GP wants to hear about any changes.

Visit NHS.uk and search β€˜check your breasts’.

#GMBreastCancer #LookAndFeelEveryMonth

08.10.2025 14:39 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Businesses help celebrate Bolton’s health and care staff at FABB Awards 2025 - Bolton NHS FT Businesses are helping celebrate the successes and achievements of Bolton’s health and care workers at the FABB Awards 2025.

Businesses are celebrating the achievements of Bolton’s health and care workers at the FABB Awards 2025.

Our annual awards are fully sponsored thanks to the generosity of businesses up and down the country.

We'll be announcing the winners on Friday!

08.10.2025 13:45 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Bolton NHS Foundation Trust invites public to Annual Members' Meeting 2025 - Bolton NHS FT People in Bolton are being invited to join Bolton NHS Foundation Trust’s Annual Members Meeting on Wednesday 15 October 2025.

You're invited to join us for our Annual Members' Meeting on Wednesday 15 October 2025.

πŸ• 1pm – 3pm
πŸ“ Lecture Theatre, Bolton School of Medicine, Royal Bolton Hospital

Find out more πŸ‘‡

06.10.2025 13:22 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Shortlist announced for Bolton NHS Foundation Trust’s FABB Awards 2025 - Bolton NHS FT The shortlist for Bolton NHS Foundation Trust’s FABB Awards 2025 has been revealed, recognising health and care staff across Bolton.

We'll be announcing all of the winners on Friday 10 October during a fully sponsored ceremony at the Toughsheet Community Stadium.

See the full shortlist on our website ‡️

03.10.2025 15:21 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Millie O’Malley was born on 27.09.22 at just 22 weeks and 6 days, weighing 486g. She sadly passed away 33 days later.

On what would have been her 2nd birthday, Fintan ran 330km across the West Pennine Moors – symbolising the 33 days Millie lived and the infinite love they hold.

03.10.2025 15:21 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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It's time to shine a spotlight on our final Charity Supporter of the Year nominee at this year's FABB Awards 🌟

Fintan, Becca and Willow raised thousands of pounds for Our Bolton NHS Charity alongside their family and friends. Here's a little more about their story πŸ‘‡

03.10.2025 15:21 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Shortlist announced for Bolton NHS Foundation Trust’s FABB Awards 2025 - Bolton NHS FT The shortlist for Bolton NHS Foundation Trust’s FABB Awards 2025 has been revealed, recognising health and care staff across Bolton.

We'll be celebrating Debbie and all of our finalists at our fully sponsored FABB Awards ceremony on Friday 10 October.

See the full shortlist on our website ‡️

02.10.2025 14:09 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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She donated over Β£100,000 for vital items including biopsy chairs, examination couches and equipment to improve accessibility for clients with mobility needs.

Debbie has also introduced the provision of post-operative bras.

02.10.2025 14:09 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Our FABB Awards 2025 countdown continues by shining a spotlight on our incredible Charity Supporter of the Year finalists 🌟

For over 15 years, Debbie and her charity, Boot Out Breast Cancer, have supported Bolton’s Breast Unit.

02.10.2025 14:09 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Please only attend the Emergency Department if your condition is urgent or life-threatening. This will help us prioritise care for those most in need.

If you are unsure about which service to use, please visit 111.nhs.uk for guidance.

02.10.2025 13:13 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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We are aware of the incident in Crumpsall, North Manchester.

Our priority is to ensure the safety and care of patients and staff. We are working closely with partners to manage any impact and we are on standby should our support be needed.

02.10.2025 13:13 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Congratulations to our Infection, Prevention and Control team for their incredible work to tackle rates of MRSA.

This month’s new national league table shows we are first in the country for low MRSA rates, with our last case more than 540 days ago.

Thank you to everyone who made this happen.

30.09.2025 15:00 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Shortlist announced for Bolton NHS Foundation Trust’s FABB Awards 2025 - Bolton NHS FT The shortlist for Bolton NHS Foundation Trust’s FABB Awards 2025 has been revealed, recognising health and care staff across Bolton.

The family’s sixth charity ball will take place on 8 November 2025 to raise funds for three charities including Our Bolton NHS Charity.

We can't wait to celebrate our finalists at this year's fully sponsored awards ceremony on Friday 10 October!

30.09.2025 14:42 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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They've supported Our Bolton NHS Charity to acknowledge the support Alex and Declan received when their twins were born prematurely at Royal Bolton in 2019.

The family's organised five World Prematurity Day charity balls, raising Β£79,000 for charities, with Β£20,000+ benefiting our Neonatal Unit.

30.09.2025 14:42 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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We're continuing our FABB Awards 2025 countdown by celebrating our Charity Supporter of the Year finalists 🌟

Today we're sharing the Real family's inspiring story πŸ§΅πŸ‘‡

30.09.2025 14:42 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Shortlist announced for Bolton NHS Foundation Trust’s FABB Awards 2025 - Bolton NHS FT The shortlist for Bolton NHS Foundation Trust’s FABB Awards 2025 has been revealed, recognising health and care staff across Bolton.

We'll be announcing this year's FABB Awards winners next Friday at a special, fully-sponsored, ceremony.

Read this year's full shortlist on our website ‡️

29.09.2025 12:40 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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40 years ago, Geoffrey Redgate sadly died in service. Every year since, his wife, Betty, has donated on his anniversary.

She's celebrated her 100th birthday, making her Our Bolton NHS Charity's oldest and most devoted supporter.

Her donations mean those in bereavement never feel alone.

29.09.2025 12:40 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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For the first time ever we have a Charity Supporter of the Year Award at this year's FABB Awards 🌟

To celebrate, this week we'll be shining a spotlight on each of our shortlisted fundraisers.

We're starting with the incredible Betty! Here's a little more about her story πŸ‘‡

29.09.2025 12:40 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Bolton NHS Foundation Trust unveils new Green Plan to meet net zero targets - Bolton NHS FT Bolton NHS Foundation Trust has unveiled a new Green Plan to drive net zero ambitions Green Plan sets out 30...

Healthcare in England is estimated to contribute between 4% and 5% of national carbon emissions, and ambitious strategies are needed to reduce these emissions, and limit the effect of climate change.

Read more on our website ‡️

29.09.2025 08:32 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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We're unveiling our new Green Plan to help drive our efforts to meet NHS England’s 2045 net zero targets.

The plan sets out 30 priority actions to take between 2025 and 2030 across 10 areas of focus, including transport, estates and medicines.

29.09.2025 08:32 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Happy World Pharmacists Day!

Across a wide-range of roles, our incredible and highly-skilled pharmacists provide services that allow us to deliver the best possible care πŸ’™

Our Trainee Pharmacists have been hosting a stand at Royal Bolton Hospital to promote the day.

25.09.2025 13:21 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Protect your baby this winter: Vaccines available for pregnant women at Royal Bolton Hospital - Bolton NHS FT Pregnant women urged to protect themselves and their babies this winter Vaccines available for flu, whooping cough and RSV All...

Pregnant women across Bolton are being encouraged to protect themselves and their babies this winter by getting vaccinated against influenza (flu), pertussis (whooping cough), and RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus).

Full details ‡️

23.09.2025 13:28 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Every day, someone dies waiting for an organ transplant.

This Organ Donation Week (22-28 September), confirm your organ donor status and help save lives.

You can register your decision on the Organ Donation website: www.organdonation.nhs.uk/register-you...

#OrganDonationWeek #ODW25

22.09.2025 13:28 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0