Hospital

Thursday, May 22, 2025 fire hospital evacuation emergency pregnant safety blaze rescue patients crisis

A large fire has broken out at a hospital, prompting an immediate evacuation of patients and staff. Among those affected were heavily pregnant women who had to be safely relocated. Emergency services are currently on the …

Thursday, May 22, 2025 choking illness theft plasterer tools van family illnesscare donations hospital

Some days break you in ways you never thought possible. For Roy Townsend, a quiet Sunday evening in April turned into such a day—a day that threw his family’s life into turmoil as they fought to support their seriously ill … Read More

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 maternity healthcare nhs musgrove somerset crisis hospital funding paediatrics yeovil

Taunton MP Gideon Amos has issued an urgent call for immediate interim funding to support maternity and paediatric services at Musgrove Park Hospital following the sudden closure of Yeovil’s maternity unit and special care … Read More

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 yeovil maternity nhs safety somerset hospital neonatal musgrove healthcare closure

A senior NHS doctor has confirmed the closure of Yeovil Hospital’s maternity and special care baby units as a necessary measure to ensure patient safety. Dr Melanie Iles, chief medical officer at Somerset NHS Foundation … Read More

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 yeovil babyunit hospital healthcare newborn community families opening care maternity

Yeovil is celebrating the opening of its brand-new baby unit at Happy Days, a facility designed with comfort and care in mind for both newborns and their families. The grand unveiling featured a ribbon-cutting ceremony, … Read More

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 yeovil maternity scbu paediatrics safety nhs somerset hospital closure neonatal

Yeovil Hospital has announced the temporary closure of its Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU) and has suspended inpatient maternity services due to serious safety concerns affecting care for babies and children. This decision … Read More