Latest news — articles for August 2025
Maternity strikes gold with midwifery awards
The event was attended by the chief midwifery officer at NHS England, Kate Brintworth, who handed out three awards to staff.
Inspiring the next generation
As young people across the country receive their GCSE results this week, Barts Health’s Healthcare Horizons programme is helping students in East London see that a career in the NHS could be their next step.
Bladder cancer treatment doubling survival approved after Barts trial
A treatment for aggressive bladder cancer, trialled at Barts Health and proven to double survival, is now available on the NHS.
Transforming our A&E
Our A&E department is undergoing major improvements, as part of more than £21 million being invested across Whipps Cross Hospital this year.
Barts brings life-saving cholesterol check to east London
A free cholesterol test, pioneered by Barts Health and now in east London pharmacies, is helping spot hidden heart risks and prevent serious illness.