Health

A medical trust has paid more than £560k in damages for gynaecology medical negligence claims in the past five years, a new investigation has found.

Around 6,500 homes in West Berkshire are deemed hazardous to those living in them.

More clarity on the future of a new hospital in Berkshire is due in the New Year.

The Greenham Trust held its sponsored sleep out in Newbury town centre last week in aid of its Cost of Living appeal.

A reality TV star and campaigner has helped Thames Valley Police launch a new campaign, targeting the issues and taboos around sexual consent.

A renovation project is due to start at Kennet Leisure Centre in Thatcham next month.

A private health clinic in Thatcham has introduced a new screening package testing for prostate cancer in men over 18.

People looking for an update on the latest hearing aid technology are invited to the Arlington Arts centre for an open day.

Children’s mental health referrals have hit a five-year-high at Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.

Thames Valley Air Ambulance has made an urgent appeal for O-negative donors to give blood.

A new wellbeing hub is opening in Thatcham to target the “significant gap” in support services for young people struggling with mental health issues.

A hospital charity has celebrated two significant milestones.

Berkshire has one of the highest levels of GP shortages across the NHS, new data reveals.

Newbury MP Lee Dillon paid a visit to the West Berkshire branch of Newbury Samaritans on Monday.

A call has been made for people to dispose of their unused or expired medicines safely … and to check whether they need additional supplies

Those at risk can get their flu and Covid vaccinations from next week.

A Newbury woman battling a rare form of blood cancer is joining a charity fundraiser to raise awareness about her condition.

A Paralympian athlete fresh from victory in France has visited Newbury’s newest gym, writes Ollie Basham.

A Newbury woman who was left a quad-amputee after spending months in a coma, is calling on everyone to be aware of the symptoms of sepsis.

A family seeking to raise £30,000 to help a teenager who has a rare genetic condition are hoping residents will join them for tea and cake.