RUH Bath

03/02/2026

There's probably more you can do with the NHS App than you realise. 🤔

🔄 You can quickly and easily request your repeat prescription.
🔔 If you turn on notifications, you’ll get messages and appointment reminders as soon as they’re sent.
⏱️ You can also view your GP health record in record time.
📨 You can get your test results faster before they arrive in the post and more.

All when it suits you.

Discover what you can do in the NHS App today.

29/01/2026

🎊 Congratulations to Senior Business Analyst, Nathaniel Holt, who has been presented with a Working Together staff award. 👏

Nat was nominated for his outstanding support on key projects and for going above and beyond to ensure accurate data is available for future use. In the Emergency Department this has already made a real difference by helping the team make informed decisions that benefit patient care. 💙

In the award nomination, Nat was described as being solution focused with invaluable technical expertise, and someone that can always be relied on.

Well done and thank you, Nat, for everything you’ve done to make a positive difference for our colleagues and the people we care for.

29/01/2026

This week our goes to the Urgent Treatment Centre team. Thank you for being so friendly and reassuring and for making a difference. 👏

28/01/2026

🌟 RUH supports world’s largest Parkinson’s research study 🌟

We’re proud to be one of the first hospitals in the UK recruiting to the world’s largest-ever trial aiming to slow or even stop the progression of Parkinson’s disease.

The EJS ACT PD trial is testing multiple potential treatments at the same time – an innovative approach that could speed up finding effective new therapies.

One of the first people to join the study at the RUH is Pete Sinclair, from Chilcompton, who was diagnosed in 2020.

He said: “When I found out about trial I signed up straight away. It might help me now, but even if it doesn’t it will hopefully help to make a difference to other people in the future.

“I think taking part in research like this is so important – you really are playing an important role in finding treatments for conditions that could make such a vital difference to people in years to come.”

Our research team is excited to be part of this important work, helping drive forward new possibilities for people living with Parkinson’s.

👉 If you have been diagnosed with Parkinson’s and would like to learn more or get involved, please contact our Parkinson’s Research team:
📧 ruh-tr.researchopu@nhs.net
📞 01225 825797

You can read more about Pete’s story on the RUH website

27/01/2026

It might be almost the end of January, but it's not too late to make a resolution you can keep - quit smoking for good. 👏

Search 'Better Health quit smoking' to get your free personal quit plan.

27/01/2026

Today is Holocaust Memorial Day, a time to remember all those affected by the Holocaust. 🕯️

Our Spiritual Care Centre is open for anyone who would like to take some time for quiet reflection.

A free event is also taking place this evening organised by Bath & North East Somerset Council in partnership with Bath Interfaith Group. For booking enquiries, contact equality@bathnes.gov.uk or call 01225 39 40 41.

The importance of ensuring the next generation do not forget stories of genocide will be at the heart of a special commemorative event in Bath marking Holocaust Memorial Day 2026.

The free public event, organised by Bath & North East Somerset Council in partnership with Interfaith Group, takes place at 5.45pm on Tuesday 27 January at The Guildhall and will express this year’s national Holocaust Memorial Day theme, ’Bridging Generations'.

Follow the link in comments to book your free ticket.

26/01/2026

Are you or a loved one preparing to leave hospital? 🏠💙

Do you know of someone who might benefit from a bit of extra support at home?

The Community Wellbeing Hub is here to help.

The friendly team can put you in touch with the right local charities and organisations for your needs. This includes:
💙 Help accessing food
💙 Emotional and mental health support
💙 Employment advice
💙 Money matters - including advice on energy bills
💙 Getting around
💙 Specialist support for certain health conditions
💙 Support and advice when being discharged from hospital

Find the team in the Atrium at the RUH. No appointment needed, just drop in from Monday - Friday, 10am - 3pm

Prefer to speak to someone by phone? Call 0300 247 0050, or ask a member of hospital staff to connect you.

26/01/2026

If you are unwell and unable to visit a loved one in hospital, our Family Liaison Facilitators can help you keep in touch. 📱👋

🤧 We are seeing high levels of infections in our local community, such as flu and norovirus. These winter illnesses can make our patients really unwell, so it's important you do not visit the hospital if you have a cough, cold, diarrhoea, vomiting or any other infectious condition.

But this doesn't mean you can't keep in touch with your loved ones...

Our Family Liaison Facilitators are here to ensure that relatives are kept updated on their loved ones, to pass messages and gifts on, and to support the emotional wellbeing of both patients and their families or carers.

🔎 Search 'RUH Family Liaison Facilitators' to find out more on our website.

Please remember, to help keep yourself and our patients safe:

✅ Do not visit friends and family members in hospital if you are unwell or recovering from a winter illness.
✅ Stay at home for 48 hours after your symptoms have stopped if you have norovirus.
✅ If you are well enough to visit, wear a face mask when visiting, if you are able.

Thank you for helping to prevent infections from spreading 😷

25/01/2026

Protect yourself and others from flu this winter by getting your vaccine - it's not too late. Flu vaccines are available until 31 March 2026.

Search 'flu vaccine' on the NHS website.

24/01/2026

Your pharmacist can now provide treatment or some prescription medicine, if needed, for seven common conditions, without you seeing a GP.

Think pharmacy first.

Search 'Pharmacy First' to find out more.

23/01/2026

⚠️ We’re expecting another busy weekend in our Emergency Department - as always we prioritise serious injuries and life threatening emergencies. If your illness or injury is less urgent you will be waiting longer, and we may redirect you to another service.

If you need help for a non life-threatening injury it could be quicker and more convenient to visit a Minor Injury Unit (MIU). 🏥

MIUs are staffed by an experienced team who are able to assess and treat a range of injuries including:
✅ Sprains
✅ Simple fractures
✅ Minor wounds
✅ Minor burns
✅ Minor head injuries
✅ Insect and animal and bites
✅ Minor eye injuries

Adults and children aged one year and older can be seen at an MIU.

There’s no need to book an appointment - just turn up during their opening hours:
📍 Paulton – 8am-8pm
📍 Chippenham – 8am-8pm
📍 Trowbridge – 8.30am-8pm
Last entry 7.30pm

If you’re not sure if an MIU is right for your injury, contact NHS 111.

For life threatening emergencies and serious injury continue to call 999 or come to A&E.

23/01/2026

Did you know we have a dedicated feed for career opportunities at the RUH?
Follow RUH Careers to find out what it's like to be part of a team that make a difference every day and see what we can offer you. 💫