RUH Bath

RUH Bath Hospital providing acute treatment and care for around 500,000 people in Bath and surrounding towns and villages in North East Somerset and western Wilts

Too many appointment reminders? 🔔We’ve listened and made it simpler.From 1 June, we’re making a small change to appointm...
01/06/2026

Too many appointment reminders? 🔔
We’ve listened and made it simpler.

From 1 June, we’re making a small change to appointment reminders sent through DrDoctor, our text message and email service.

You’ll now receive one reminder, 3 days before your appointment, instead of two reminders at 7 and 2 days.

We’ve made this update in response to feedback that people were receiving too many reminders 😊

There’s no change to booking confirmations or digital letters.

👉 If you can’t attend your appointment, please let us know as early as you can – this helps us offer the slot to another patient.

01/06/2026

Be there when it matters most - volunteer with NEW. Friends of the RUH 🫶

Today marks the start of Volunteers’ Week, and an opportunity to celebrate and thank all the volunteers who generously give their time to support patients, visitors and staff at the RUH.

There are lots of opportunities available to volunteer at the RUH and we’d love you to join us.

Visit Friends of the RUH website to find out more and apply. 💙

Did you know that you're three times more likely to quit to***co for good with the help of a stop smoking service? 🚭Howe...
31/05/2026

Did you know that you're three times more likely to quit to***co for good with the help of a stop smoking service? 🚭

However, often quitting isn’t just about willpower and focusing on giving up to***co. If someone’s experiencing other challenges – such as housing worries, poor mental health, or challenges with alcohol and drugs – then a stop smoking journey can be more difficult.

That’s why our Treating To***co Dependency team focuses on providing a holistic, judgement-free service for inpatients at the RUH.

They take the time to get to know each individual, finding out more about their health and wellbeing, what matters to them and what they might be struggling with. This helps them to create a personalised plan to help someone give up to***co for good.

This might include:
⭐️ Giving clear information about ni****ne and to***co use
⭐️ Sharing practical advice about quitting smoking
⭐️ Providing access to ni****ne replacement therapies, such as patches
⭐️ Working with community partners to support wider wellbeing
⭐️ Giving follow-up support to help people stay on track

This personalised approach helps people to stop smoking and improve their overall health and wellbeing – helping to reduce the risk of being readmitted to hospital.

This service is currently available to RUH inpatients – if you're interested, please speak to your care team during your hospital stay.

If you’re an outpatient or a member of our local community, you can access support via the Community Wellbeing Hub. Pop into our Atrium (10am – 3pm, Monday – Friday), or phone 0300 247 0050 / 0333 005 0095 (9am – 5pm, Monday – Friday).

If you’re pregnant, specialist support is available – please speak to your midwife for more information.

This World No To***co Day, if you’re thinking about quitting, reaching out for support could make all the difference.

If a friend or family member is getting ready to be discharged from hospital, there are simple, practical ways you can h...
29/05/2026

If a friend or family member is getting ready to be discharged from hospital, there are simple, practical ways you can help get them back to the comfort of their own home as soon as possible. 🏠

✅ Ensure their home is comfortable and tidy ready for when they return. Remove trip hazards, clean any dirty dishes and throw away mouldy food.
✅ Pick up any prescriptions and make sure they have healthy food and drinks ready.
✅ Check they have essentials like keys and a working phone so they can get follow-up care or ask for help if needed.
✅ Arrange transport home from hospital and make sure they have weather-appropriate clothes and shoes for the journey.
✅ Know who to contact for help at home. In BANES this includes the Community Wellbeing Hub who can connect you with local organisations who can provide support.

We know people prefer the comfort of their own home, and recover faster there following a stay in hospital. Help us ensure a smooth and safe return home for our patients. 💙

Congratulations to our Maternity Vaccination team, who've been presented with our Working Together Award to recognise th...
29/05/2026

Congratulations to our Maternity Vaccination team, who've been presented with our Working Together Award to recognise their impressive work in increasing vaccination uptake. 🙌

Their dedication has seen record numbers of pregnant women and birthing people choosing to have the flu, RSV and pertussis vaccines.

Their nomination praises the team for putting listening at the heart of what they do. They have used feedback from families and colleagues to design a successful process that makes it easier for people to get vaccinated and reduces anxiety.

This we'd like to thank the 280 walkers, including staff and patients, who took part in the RUHX Charity Walk of Life ...
28/05/2026

This we'd like to thank the 280 walkers, including staff and patients, who took part in the RUHX Charity Walk of Life last weekend.

Together they have already raised almost £60,000! 😍

This year marked the 20th anniversary of the Walk of Life, which has raised more than £900,000 for the RUH in that time. 👏

As we head towards the start of summer, here are some top tips to help you and your family stay well over the coming mon...
28/05/2026

As we head towards the start of summer, here are some top tips to help you and your family stay well over the coming months 🌤

✅ Dress for the weather - SPF 30+ sun cream, clothing layers and waterproofs.
✅ Check your medicine cabinet and first aid kit are stocked with self-care essentials.
✅ Order repeat prescriptions in plenty of time if you're going on holiday and likely to run out.
✅ Stay hydrated and look out for anyone at risk of becoming unwell in hot weather.
✅ Be tick aware when spending time outdoors.
✅ Enjoy farm visits safely and remember to wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water.
✅ Stay home if you're feeling unwell or have symptoms of norovirus.
✅ Refresh your knowledge on where to get medical help if you need it.

Thank you to our fantastic ENT team 💙This we're sharing feedback from a patient who described their results as life-ch...
28/05/2026

Thank you to our fantastic ENT team 💙

This we're sharing feedback from a patient who described their results as life-changing, following treatment with our ENT (Ear, Nose & Throat) services.

A huge thank you to everyone in our ENT team, Day Surgery Unit and supporting services for the care, expertise and compassion you provide every day. This feedback shows the real difference you make to people’s lives. 👏

If you have a non life-threatening injury, you may be seen quicker and more conveniently at your nearest Minor Injury Un...
27/05/2026

If you have a non life-threatening injury, you may be seen quicker and more conveniently at your nearest Minor Injury Unit (MIU).

MIUs provide same-day care for a range of non life-threatening injuries in adults and children aged 1 year and over.

✅ No appointment needed – just walk in during opening hours:

📍 Paulton Memorial Hospital, BS39 7SB
Open 8am-8pm
X-ray is available from 8.30am until 4pm Monday to Friday

📍 Chippenham Community Hospital, SN15 2AJ
Open 8am-8pm
X-ray is available from 8.30am until 4pm Monday to Friday

📍 Trowbridge Integrated Care Centre, BA14 8LW
Open 8am-8pm
X-ray is available from 8.30am until 4pm Monday to Friday

⏰ Last entry 7.30pm at all sites.

Not sure if an MIU is right for your injury? Contact NHS 111 for advice.

For serious or life-threatening conditions, always call 999 or go straight to A&E.

Please help us keep emergency departments available for those who need them most 💙

27/05/2026

We are still very busy across the and we need you to by keeping our emergency services available for those with life-threatening conditions.

For urgent, but non-life-threatening issues, call NHS 111 or visit NHS 111 online ▶️ https://111.nhs.uk/

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Combe Park
Bath
BA13NG

Website

http://www.ruh.nhs.uk/

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