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Maternity and neonatal staff from Southend, Basildon and Broomfield hospitals have showcased their dedication to patients after receiving an impressive four awards at the East of England Perinatal Awards.

A loving husband with a fear of heights is abseiling from 154ft high off an Essex hospital by taking part in an annual charity abseil to raise funds and thanks for an oncology unit, where his wife is receiving cancer treatment.

A student midwife has been nominated for a prestigious national award, one of only ten from across the country.

Changes are underway to help improve health records access for patients, with preparations for the launch of a new online patient portal, Patients Know Best (PKB).

A maternity bereavement team have been recognised for the compassionate care they give families experiencing baby loss after winning three prizes at a prestigious national baby loss awards.

A team of heart care professionals at an Essex hospital have won a prestigious award for their work using an innovative mobile app to monitor patients’ health.

The consultation into community hospital services in mid and south Essex has now closed.

Patients at Broomfield Hospital are benefitting from two new tilt-therapy chairs that help their transition from bed care to sitting or standing positions.

A workforce development programme that is helping to transform patient care has won a prestigious national prize.