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Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust achieves Advanced Foundation Trust status
- Celebrations
- Awareness
We are proud to announce that Berkshire Healthcare has officially achieved Advanced Foundation Trust (AFT) status, becoming one of the first trusts in the country to receive this new national mark of excellence from NHS England.
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust achieves Advanced Foundation Trust status: Read more
Summer 2026: Bladder and Bowel support for children and adults on the Health Bus
- Awareness
- Our community
We’re excited to announce that our Bladder and Bowel service will be promoting and supporting the public with their bladder and bowel needs over the coming 6 weeks.
Summer 2026: Bladder and Bowel support for children and adults on the Health Bus: Read more
Sexual Health Service Continuation and Upcoming Changes
- Our services
The East Berkshire sexual health service has successfully secured a new tender, ensuring the continuation of its operations throughout the East Berkshire area.
Sexual Health Service Continuation and Upcoming Changes: Read more
Important health message – Meningitis cases in Reading (15 May 2026)
You may be aware that there have been three reported cases of meningitis in Reading. Public health teams are working closely with local services to manage the situation and reduce any risk of further spread.
Important health message – Meningitis cases in Reading (15 May 2026): Read more
Pharmacy opening times for late May bank holiday 2026
- Important notices
Pharmacies across Berkshire may be open at different times this late May bank holiday.
Pharmacy opening times for late May bank holiday 2026: Read more
Temporary road closure at West Berkshire Community Hospital
The south entrance from London Road will be closed to pedestrians and vehicles from Monday 18 May to Friday 22 May 2026.
Temporary road closure at West Berkshire Community Hospital: Read more
Behind “I’m fine” – understanding men’s mental health
- Health podcasts and blogs
- Our community
Join our next Members’ Health Talk for free on Tuesday 16 June at 12pm. Sign up as a member and a receive a link straight in your inbox.
Behind “I’m fine” – understanding men’s mental health: Read more
Kiddies’ Cabin celebrates its 20th anniversary
- Celebrations
Berkshire Healthcare’s Kiddies’ Cabin Nursery marked its 20th anniversary with a celebration that brought together children, families, and staff.
Kiddies’ Cabin celebrates its 20th anniversary: Read more
