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February is Heart Month, and a Basildon Hospital nurse is completing solo walking challenges to help raise funds to support further improvements for patients.

Cancer patients across Essex are seeing faster, more streamlined care thanks to new digital automation, meaning staff can spend more time working with consultants to help speed up admin for more complex cases. 

An education programme which is improving digital skills and enhancing confidence with using new technology for NHS staff has been shortlisted for a prestigious national award.

Cancer patients are set to receive faster and more targeted treatment as upgrades to radiotherapy machines at Southend University Hospital continue, helping to reduce waiting times.

Families experiencing baby loss will be able to spend precious time with their child thanks to the donation of two cold cots by families who have suffered the same loss themselves.

A surgeon at Southend Hospital has been presented with a prestigious award.

Patients in hospital on Christmas Day will get a festive boost, thanks to the delivery of 3,000 gifts.

Almost 300 Christmas hampers have been delivered to hospital staff who will be working on Christmas Day, in recognition of their dedication. 

From cutting-edge cancer technology to life-saving neonatal equipment, a UK first Burns Bus and the opening of the Trust’s first Community Diagnostic Centre in Thurrock, 2025 has been a year of innovation and improvements for patients. 

These achievements reflect the dedication of our staff and set the stage for greater improvements in 2026. Here’s a look back at some of the successes and notable stories from this year across Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust.

Christmas activities are helping deliver some well-deserved cheer to young hospital patients at what can be a particularly difficult time for them.