The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

01/09/2026

Cody and her family will be walking in memory of Halle at this year's Autumn Memory Walk. Visit the event page for more information or to book: https://fb.me/e/4cXuVcSaW

The event takes place on Sunday 18 October 2026 at Manvers Lake & Dearne Valley Trust. Registration on the day opens at 10am and the walk begins at 11am

Did you catch the lovely Cody speaking on BBC Sheffield this morning? 🎙 Cody bravely shared her story following the devastating loss of their baby girl Halle in January this year. The family spent time in the charity funded Snowdrop end-of-life suite on The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust Labour Ward.

Thank you Cody for sharing your story and raising awareness of our charity - we are so grateful for your incredible support 🧡
You can read Cody's story here 👉
https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/news/family-walk-memory-baby-daughter-while-giving-back-maternity-team-who-cared-them

Cody and her family will be walking in memory of Halle at this year's Autumn Memory Walk 2026 - to raise money for the hospital that cared for them during the most difficult time of their lives.

We're so proud to host this special event, sponsored by Bartholomew and Sons Funeral Directors in conjunction with Barnsley Hospital Charity. The event gives those that have lost a loved one in hospital the opportunity to come together with their local community, celebrate their loved ones life and make a lasting difference for others facing loss for years to come.

🍂 Event details 🍂
📆 Sunday 18 October 2026
📍 Manvers Lake & Dearne Valley Trust
🕐 Registration on the day opens at 10am and the walk begins at 11am
🍂 £12 per adult, £8 per child including t-shirt, medal and sponsorship pack.
✏ Sign up: https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/charity/autumn-memory-walk

If you'd like to sponsor Cody and her family, you can visit their JustGiving page - https://www.justgiving.com/page/hallephoebemiddleton

26/08/2026

💖 Today we're remembering the incredible Dolly Parton and a special visit she made to Rotherham nearly 20 years ago.

In 2007, Dolly came to Rotherham Hospital as part of her launch of her Imagination Library programme in the UK, helping to inspire a love of reading in thousands of local children. She visited Rotherham Hospital to present the very first UK Imagination Library book to one-day-old Emma and her family.

Dolly may have been a global superstar, but we'll always remember the kindness and generosity she brought to our community. 🎵📚

Thank you, Dolly. We will always love you. ❤️

25/08/2026

Our annual memorial service to mark Baby Loss Awareness Week is being held on Thursday 15 October at 6pm in the chapel at Rotherham Hospital. All families affected by baby loss are welcome to attend.

For those who have attended the service in previous years, please note that the day has changed from Saturday to Thursday this year.

If you are planning to join us or would like your baby's name to be read during our service, please let us know by completing this form: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=slTDN7CF9UeyIge0jXdO42DTQpIgd7JPtnFN3MOfcJBUMjdKTVFFSlpBVTJSUlk0NVJKR0ZQSldJTS4u

21/08/2026

We are happy to welcome our Newly Registered Healthcare Practitioners, class of 2026 to the The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust.

The group includes soon to be Registered Nurses, Midwives and AHPs, working across a variety of clinical settings. These include our community teams, urgent and unplanned care, medicine, surgery, theatres, critical care and maternity.

Part of the welcome event today included an introduction to our multi-professional preceptorship programme, visits to their new area and even a pop-up living room for our future district nurses!

Find out how we can build your career at Rotherham:
https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/join-the-team

14/08/2026

Heat exhaustion can happen when your body gets too hot and cannot cool down properly.

Know the signs:
➡ Tiredness
➡ Dizziness
➡ Headache
➡ Feeling sick or being sick
➡ Excessive sweating
➡ Cramps in the arms, legs and stomach
➡ Excessive thirst

Move to a cooler place, remove extra layers and drink cool water.
Use NHS 111 online or call 111 if symptoms get worse, do not improve, or you are worried.

Heatstroke is a medical emergency. Signs can include confusion, a very high temperature, seizures or loss of consciousness. If you think someone has heatstroke, call 999 immediately.

More hot weather advice is available on the NHS website: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/heat-exhaustion-heatstroke/

13/08/2026

Hot weather can increase the risk of dehydration, especially if you are active or spending time outside.

Try to drink regularly throughout the day, unless a healthcare professional has advised you otherwise:
➡ Water and diluted squash are good choices.
➡ Take a refillable bottle when going out and carry extra water for journeys.
➡ Try to limit alcohol, as it can increase the risk of dehydration.

If you feel unwell in the heat, use NHS 111 online or call 111. In an emergency, call 999.

More information on the signs and symptoms of dehydration can be found on the NHS website:
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/dehydration/

12/08/2026

Menopause Café - Open to all

If you are experiencing menopause after cancer treatment, you are invited to join our Menopause Café.

This is a supportive space to connect with others, share experiences if you wish, and find out more about the support available.

A Macmillan professional will be there to offer information and guidance, and guest speakers may also attend.

🗓 Second Thursday of each month
🕐 1pm to 2pm
📍Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Service, Rotherham Hospital, Main Entrance, C Level, Moorgate Road, Rotherham, S60 2UD
☕ Free refreshments available

To book a place or find out more, please call the Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Service on 01709 427655.

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12/08/2026

If you're planning to watch today's solar eclipse, here's the information you need to know to do it safely

Learn how to protect your eyes whilst watching the partial solar eclipse!

We probably shouldn’t have to say this, but don’t look directly at the sun. Looking directly at the sun without the right protection can cause permanent damage to your eyesight – so you need to take care. Remember, your normal sunglasses may look great, but they won't cut it.

Follow the link to learn more about how to watch the eclipse safely!

➡️ https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2026/07/23/how-to-watch-the-solar-eclipse-safely-this-summer/

12/08/2026

During hot weather, homes can heat up quickly.

To help keep your home cooler:
➡ Close curtains or blinds in rooms that face the sun.
➡ Turn off lights and electrical items you are not using.
➡ Open windows when it feels cooler outside than inside, if it is safe to do so.
➡ Move to a cooler part of your home if you can, especially for sleeping.

If you or someone else feels unwell in the heat, use NHS 111 online or call 111. In an emergency, call 999.

More guidance is available on GOV.UK: https://www.gov.uk/.../beat-the-heat-hot-weather-advice/

11/08/2026

Hot weather is forecast across the UK. Keep yourself cool:
• Drink plenty of fluids and avoid excess alcohol during the hot weather
• Avoid extreme physical exertion during the hot weather. If you can’t avoid strenuous outdoor activity, try to do it during cooler time of the day such as the early morning or the evening
• Keep your home cool by closing windows and curtains in rooms that face the sun

If you or someone else feels seriously unwell, use NHS 111 online or call 111. In an emergency, call 999.

More hot weather advice is available on GOV.UK: https://www.gov.uk/.../beat-the-heat-hot-weather-advice/