Mount Vernon Cancer Centre

23/02/2026

It is time to nominate for our People's Award! 🏆

Say thank you to someone at the trust who's impacted your life or a loved one by nominating them in this year's staff awards 💙

🕛 Nominations close at 5pm on Friday 20 March.

Nominate here 👇

East and North Hertfordshire Hospitals' Charity is delighted to be hosting the trust's staff awards in July. The awards will celebrate East and North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust staff who have gone above and beyond to provide outstanding care and exemplary service.

17/02/2026

To all of colleagues, communities and those in our care, may this Shrove Tuesday bring reflection and peace to you and your loved ones! 💙

Today, in our Lister Restaurant, our wonderful catering staff served pancakes for staff to enjoy! 🥞

Pancakes are eaten on Shrove Tuesday (Pancake Day) as a traditional feast to use up rich ingredients like eggs, butter, and milk before the start of Lent 📆

17/02/2026

This evening marks the start of the holy month of

If you are observing Ramadan and supporting a loved one at MVCC, please speak to our nurses about any requirements or ways we can support you.

Thank you to all our Muslim colleagues who are working throughout Ramadan to care for our patients, many of whom doing so with the additional challenge of fasting 💙

11/02/2026

Want to find out more about proposals to move Mount Vernon Cancer Centre? Come along to one of our upcoming events:

📅 Best Western Homestead Court Hotel in Welwyn Garden City, Tuesday 17 February, 10:30am – 12pm (in person)

📅 Bedfordshire University in Luton, Saturday 21 February, 10:30am – 12pm (in person)

Can’t make it in person? Have a look at the online events coming up soon:

💻 General discussions
Mon 16 Feb, 13:30pm – 3pm
Thurs 26 Feb, 6:30pm – 8pm
…plus more dates in March

💻 Care close to home / radiotherapy
Mon 16 Feb, 6:30pm – 8pm
Weds 18 Feb, 6:30pm – 8pm

To register, just visit https://mvccreview.nhs.uk/get-involved



Need extra support?
📧 Email mountvernoncentre.consultation@olovus.co.uk
📞 Call 01923 378577
📮 Write to Freepost MVCC REVIEW PROGRAMME TEAM (NHS ENGLAND)

04/02/2026

Until 29 March 2026, patients, staff and the public are being asked to share their views about the proposals to move Mount Vernon Cancer Centre to a new building on the Watford General Hospital site.

During this time there are public meetings you can join - these might take place in your town or online. You'll be able to find out more, ask questions and share your views.

Dates and registration details are published on the review website https://mvccreview.nhs.uk/get-involved

And please complete the online survey and share your views before 29 March 2026 https://mvccreview.nhs.uk/

Need extra support?

Email: mountvernoncentre.consultation@olovus.co.uk or call 01923 378577

01/02/2026

🏳️‍🌈 February is LGBT+ History Month and the perfect time to celebrate all our LGBTQ+ colleagues.

We want our LGBTQ+ staff to feel seen and safe when working at our trust, and today we’re highlighting all the amazing work they do for our patients.

27/01/2026

This Holocaust Memorial Day, join us as we remember the lives lost during the Holocaust alongside millions of other people who have endured genocide since.

23/01/2026

We want to hear from you…

Changes have been proposed to move Mount Vernon Cancer Centre 5 miles to a brand-new facility next to Watford General Hospital – after a review found the site is no longer suitable for modern cancer treatment. We want to know how the change would affect patients, staff and the public.

Here’s how you can have you say:

💻 Visit www.mvccreview.nhs.uk for info on the plans

🗣️ Attend an online or in-person event

📋 Fill in the online survey

📅 Take part before the consultation ends on 29 March 2026

Need extra support?

📧 Email mountvernoncentre.consultation@olovus.co.uk

📞 Call 01923 378577

📮 Write to Freepost MVCC REVIEW PROGRAMME TEAM (NHS ENGLAND)

23/01/2026

Staying well during winter can be challenging. This Health Information Week, trusted winter health resources have been brought together to help you manage seasonal illnesses and know when to seek further care.

Find reliable advice and support here on our website 👉https://www.enherts-tr.nhs.uk/health-information-week-2026/

22/01/2026

Knowing when to seek support for your mental health can be difficult and knowing where to turn can feel just as challenging

That’s why, for Health Information Week, the NHS has brought together a list of trusted, reliable mental health resources for both children and adults 👉https://www.enherts-tr.nhs.uk/health-information-week-2026/

Whether you’re looking for advice, reassurance or support, help is available.

21/01/2026

As an accredited endometriosis centre, our trust is committed to providing reliable, evidence-based information to support women at every stage of their care. Details about the Endometriosis Hertfordshire service can be found here 👉https://www.enherts-tr.nhs.uk/services/gynaecology/endometriosis-hertfordshire/

During Health Information Week we have shared trusted resources and guidance on women’s health here on our website, where you can also learn more about the specialist support available at our trust 👉https://www.enherts-tr.nhs.uk/health-information-week-2026/

20/01/2026

Everyone deserves access to health information they can understand.

That’s why our patient information leaflets are available on request in different formats and languages - helping ensure everyone can access the care and support they need. Please talk to your doctor or nurse to request translated information.

You can learn more about Health Information Week and the trust’s ongoing work to provide reliable, accessible health information here on our website 👉https://www.enherts-tr.nhs.uk/news/making-health-information-clearer-patients-invited-to-help-shape-new-resources/

We are also sharing a number of trusted resources supplying translated health information 👉https://www.enherts-tr.nhs.uk/health-information-week-2026/

Accessible information. Better understanding. Better care.