The Triangle

An anaesthetist working at Salisbury District Hospital has won a national award for her work to improve patient safety. Dr Fiona Linton, an ST5 anaesthetist, was awarded the Stage 2 Oral Presentation Prize by the Association of Anaesthetists during a lavish award ceremony in London last month. She said: “I’m very grateful to receive the prize,…

The Royal United Hospital in Bath has kickstarted an epic fundraising drive to expand its innovative PET-CT scanning technology. Four million pounds is needed to deliver a new PET-CT scanner, which is one of the most powerful tools in modern healthcare. It can provide critical insights across many different treatment areas, including several types of…

The Great Western Hospital in Swindon has relaunched its seminal anti-abuse campaign. Never OK reinforces the clear message that abuse against NHS staff will never be tolerated. In 2024/25, there were 383 reported incidents of abuse against GWH staff, including physical, verbal, and racial abuse, as well as sexual harassment. However, it is thought the…

Earlier this month, the government published its long awaited 10-Year Health Plan for the NHS. Its arrival marks the start of an ambitious period of evolution for the health service, and sets out how the government intends to bring care closer to home for millions of patients. At its core, the plan centres around three…

Since Monday 23 June, a new weight loss drug called tirzepatide, sometimes referred to as Mounjaro®, has been made available for use in primary care settings. In line with NHS England guidance, this treatment will only be available for patients whose body mass index is above 40 and have been diagnosed with four or more…

People living in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire are being urged to enjoy the current summer season safely, following multiple periods of very hot weather. In recent weeks, temperatures have soared to more than 30 degrees, with the exceptional conditions often lasting for several consecutive days. Over exposure to the sun, especially…

A fresh appeal for public support has been made ahead of the latest round of strike action by resident doctors. Local health chiefs expect many services, especially those provided at the Royal United Hospital in Bath, the Great Western Hospital in Swindon and Salisbury District Hospital, to be disrupted during the walkout, which is due…

The local NHS used this year’s Armed Forces Day to thank military colleagues now working in the health service for their enormous contribution and continued dedication to public life. Many armed forces personnel, such as those who have served in the Royal Navy, the British Army and the Royal Air Force, often bring their unique…

Sue Harriman, Chief Executive Officer, has announced she will leave Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board at the end of September. Having been at the helm for more than three years, Sue will be leaving the ICB to become Chief Executive of Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Speaking about Sue’s…

Hello and welcome to the July edition of the Triangle. As is often said, there is never a quiet time in the NHS, and the last few weeks have been no exception. The government has published its long-awaited 10-Year Plan for the NHS, we have received the Dash review into patient safety, resident doctors have…