New secure dog walking field could be coming to Gillingham
DOG owners in Gillingham could make use of a new secure dog walking field in the future after plans…
New orthopaedic unit opens at Dorset County Hospital
A NEW ward for people having surgery has opened at Dorset County Hospital (DCH). The Ridgeway Elective Orthopaedic Unit, complete…
Yeovil nurse Pat retires after 51 years of helping others
“I ALWAYS wanted to be a nurse.” Those were the words of inspirational Pat Wilcox, who has retired from her…
Dorset Young Farmers make DCH donation as thank you for member’s care
DORSET Young Farmers rallied round after a member was diagnosed with breast cancer – raising money for the hospital…
E-bike scheme is coming to Dorchester
A NEW electric bike scheme is being rolled out in Dorchester, Portland and Weymouth later this summer.
Stalwart Linda stands down after 47 years at Yeovil Hospital
LONG-serving Yeovil Hospital staff member – Linda Hann – has retired after helping patients and staff for more than…
£45,000 grant for sensory garden at Dorset County Hospital
A GRANT of more than £45,000 will see a sensory courtyard garden created at Dorset County Hospital (DCH). The hospital,…
Health minister drops in to Shaftesbury and Dorchester hospitals
HEALTH secretary Victoria Atkins (Con, Louth and Horncastle) was in Dorset hospitals last week. The minister met patents and staff…
Formula One fan meets a real-life racing driver at Gillingham care home
A FORMULA One fan at a Gillingham care home was transported to the racetrack during a visit by a…
Gillingham surgery scoops top award for blood pressure work
A GILLINGHAM surgery has won an award for taking a new approach to tackling high blood pressure. The Gillingham Medical…
