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BBC News
4 days ago
- Health
- BBC News
Throat cancer patient praises new Salisbury District Hospital kit
A throat cancer patient has praised new equipment at Salisbury District Hospital for making an uncomfortable procedure more bearable for Russell, 67, from Maiden Bradley, was diagnosed with squamous cell carcinoma in November 2019 after discovering a lump in his throat. Since then, he has undergone monthly check-ups using videoscopes to monitor his condition - a procedure he once described as feeling like going "a couple of rounds with Mike Tyson".With funding from the Stars Appeal, the hospital's charity, six new videoscopes which cut appointment times have been purchased at a cost of £115,000. These devices allow for quicker and more comfortable diagnoses for patients with suspected head and neck their introduction in September, more than 1,600 patients referred with suspected head and neck cancers have benefitted from their use. 'Felt like a punch' Mr Russell said: "I am well used to this unpleasant procedure, but the new cameras make it so much more comfortable. For new patients, they will significantly reduce the fear of having it done."He added: "The new cameras made the procedure so much easier to manage. Sometimes it used to feel like being punched in the nose."The upgraded scopes also offer doctors much clearer images, helping them to detect changes in patients over time. This is particularly important for people like Mr Russell, whose cancer has been persistent and unpredictable. "The unique nature of my cancer meant it kept coming and going. This equipment is really important because doctors can now see subtle changes that may signal something's happening," he scopes are part of a new 'one-stop' diagnostic service led by the hospital's Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) and Maxillofacial can now receive assessments in a single visit, instead of attending multiple departments. ENT consultant Mr Kostas Marinakis said the new equipment has had a major impact. "The superior image quality gives us the best chance of detecting early cancers and significantly improves the comfort of the procedure. "We're extremely grateful to the Stars Appeal supporters for making this possible."
Yahoo
03-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Wiltshire in Pictures: Sunshine and school success
Sunshine and greenery have been in the spotlight in Wiltshire - but there has also been a local election and trips to the polling stations. The National Trust's Mompesson House, in Salisbury's Cathedral Close, is hosting its Festival of Blossom until 1 June. And although things have cooled down now, spots across the county were basking in very warm sunshine for much of the week. Tractors for charity: 300 tractors and 4x4s have been out for a special road run on Salisbury Plain in aid of the Stars Appeal, the Salisbury Hospital charity. It is part of Berwick St John Country Fayre. Water wings: Coate Water Park in Swindon attracted plenty of bird life during the hot weather this week, as this picture taken by Jeremy Stern shows. Moving it: The lemurs at Longleat had a chance to warm up in the sun this week - this one appeared to be either inspecting its foot or doing some exercises. School success: Two Swindon primary schools - East Wichel and Rodbourne Cheney - have been shortlisted for the title of the Primary School of the Year at the Tes school awards. Year Four pupils at East Wichel got out into the sun to celebrate. Clear skies: Weather watcher Stormchaser Al took this lovely photograph in Horningsham, a parish which is part of the Longleat estate. Sea of yellow: Many fields in Wiltshire are now filled with rapeseed, which covers landscapes in bright yellow. Weather Watcher Naddervalley captured this scene in Chilmark in the south of the county. Polling day: one of the many polling stations open for the local elections this week at Malmesbury library, where the sign was more welcoming with flowers. Follow BBC Wiltshire on Facebook, X and Instagram. Send your story ideas to us on email or via WhatsApp on 0800 313 4630. Wiltshire in Pictures: Flowers and Easter flames Wiltshire in pics: Magical murals and an Easter donkey Wiltshire in Pictures: Blossoms and celebrations Wiltshire in pictures: Sun, wonky roads and pigeons Wiltshire in Pictures: Blossoms and celebrations Wiltshire in Pictures: Let the music play Wiltshire in pics: Spring equinox and indoor moon Wiltshire in pics: cows, Crufts and challenges Wiltshire in pictures: Sunshine and Shrove Tuesday Wiltshire in pictures: Crocuses and a tiny newt Wiltshire in pictures: Bird life and art hunt Wiltshire in Pictures: Romance in the animal world Wiltshire in Pics: Football, floods and remembrance Wiltshire in Pictures: Tunnels, murals and sunrises Wiltshire in Pictures: Toothbrushes, tigers and barges Wiltshire in pictures: animals enjoying the snow Wiltshire in pictures: Cold snap brings frosty scenes Wiltshire in pictures: Presents, bats and meerkats Wiltshire in Pictures: Star Wars and 'Fudgehenge' Wiltshire in Pics: Prince William and Storm Bert Wiltshire in pictures: Remembrance and light shows Wiltshire in pictures: Royal visit and mason's award Wiltshire in pictures: Halloween and sacred stones Wiltshire in pictures: Daleks, bats and pigs Wiltshire in pictures: Welcoming the troops home In pictures: Dragons, cows and Jane Austen Wiltshire in pictures: Culture and murals Wiltshire in pictures: Spinal tattoos to air tattoos Wiltshire in pictures: Exotic animals and Stonehenge Wiltshire in pictures: Silhouettes and bras Wiltshire in pictures: Reunions, sunflowers and maize Wiltshire in pictures: New sports hub and wartime cakes
BBC News
03-05-2025
- Climate
- BBC News
Wiltshire in Pictures: Sunny days, waterside walks and Longleat
Sunshine and greenery have been in the spotlight in Wiltshire - but there has also been a local election and trips to the polling National Trust's Mompesson House, in Salisbury's Cathedral Close, is hosting its Festival of Blossom until 1 although things have cooled down now, spots across the county were basking in very warm sunshine for much of the week. Tractors for charity: 300 tractors and 4x4s have been out for a special road run on Salisbury Plain in aid of the Stars Appeal, the Salisbury Hospital charity. It is part of Berwick St John Country Fayre. Water wings: Coate Water Park in Swindon attracted plenty of bird life during the hot weather this week, as this picture taken by Jeremy Stern shows. Moving it: The lemurs at Longleat had a chance to warm up in the sun this week - this one appeared to be either inspecting its foot or doing some exercises. School success: Two Swindon primary schools - East Wichel and Rodbourne Cheney - have been shortlisted for the title of the Primary School of the Year at the Tes school awards. Year Four pupils at East Wichel got out into the sun to celebrate. Clear skies: Weather watcher Stormchaser Al took this lovely photograph in Horningsham, a parish which is part of the Longleat estate. Sea of yellow: Many fields in Wiltshire are now filled with rapeseed, which covers landscapes in bright yellow. Weather Watcher Naddervalley captured this scene in Chilmark in the south of the county. Polling day: one of the many polling stations open for the local elections this week at Malmesbury library, where the sign was more welcoming with flowers.
Yahoo
14-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Record breaking Rockbourne Fair raises 'extraordinary' sum for Stars Appeal
ORGANISERS of Rockbourne Fair celebrated a record-breaking year by presenting more than £62k to the Stars Appeal. Members of the Rockbourne Fair Committee presented their donation to the President of the Stars Appeal, the Earl of Pembroke, and the charity's Hospital Ambassadors on Wednesday, February 12. A total of £62,081 was raised at the boutique shopping event, which took place from October 16 to 18, 2024, at Salisbury Racecourse. More than £320k has now been raised at the last six Rockbourne Fairs. The presentation took place at the new Imber Ward, which was furnished and equipped with £600,000 of Stars Appeal funding. The four Rockbourne Fair committee members, Bev Moulding, Sarah Ewen, Jane Moulding and Anya Pardoe along with Lord Pembroke were given a tour of the new unit as well as given an idea of what this year's funds will go towards. The Rockbourne Fair Committee (Bev Moulding, Jane Moulding, Sarah Ewen and Anya Pardoe) presented their donation to Stars Appeal President, the Earl of Pembroke, and Stars Appeal Hospital Ambassadors (Image: Spencer Mulholland) The annual Fair is a three-day shopping event which takes place in October at Salisbury Racecourse. The amount raised in 2024 surpasses the £51,533 raised the previous year. Bev Moulding, Chair of the Rockbourne Fair Committee, said: "Raising a record-breaking £62,000 is an incredible achievement, and we cannot thank our visitors, stallholders, sponsors and volunteers enough. "I was completely shocked. It's always between £50k to £55k. When I had the phone call I was amazed. When you organise an event like this you need to have a good team behind you and I have an amazing team behind me. "It just makes everything so worthwhile." READ MORE: Salisbury teenager to direct performance for Stars Appeal As part of the presentation, the committee visited Sarum Children's Ward where they met nine-year-old Lily-Eva Cole and her parents Shannon and Jordan. Lily, who is undergoing cancer treatment, presented Lord Pembroke and the committee with a special letter of thanks. Lily-Eva with Stars Appeal President Lord Pembroke (Image: Spencer Mulholland) Lily said, "Thanks to the Stars Appeal there is a very special play team here who help keep me busy and distracted from all my treatment. I haven't been able to go to school or see my friends since I was diagnosed with cancer, so the play team are very special to me. They keep me company and always make me smile. They are like my friends." President of the Stars Appeal, Lord Pembroke said: "It is so heartening to see how the wonderful support of the Rockbourne Fair makes such a difference to patients like Lily-Eva and her family. "The money raised helps provide the very best care for thousands of patients and their families across the hospital by funding the latest equipment and providing those little extras to make their time in the hospital more comfortable. "It is extraordinary. Everyone is nothing short of extraordinary."
