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The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust
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The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust @trftnhs.bsky.social · 6h
We know the process of quitting smoking is hard, but you don't have to do it alone. Read more about the helpful resources available to you on the Better Health website: ➡️https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/
#TRFT #Stoptober #BetterHealth #QuitSmoking
The image shows a picture of a woman smiling. This is accompanied by the Stoptober logo in the top left-hand corner of the graphic and the NHS logo in the top right-hand corner of the graphic. The text reads: ""Time to shine. Let's quit smoking together. Join millions of people who have quit smoking with Stoptober."
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The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust @trftnhs.bsky.social · 2d
If you have a long-term health condition, the flu vaccine helps protect you from getting seriously ill.

Find out if you’re eligible for a free NHS flu vaccine and how to book
➡️ nhs.uk/flu-vaccine
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The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust @trftnhs.bsky.social · 3d
Earache? Your pharmacist can now provide treatment or some prescription medicine, if needed, for seven common conditions, without you seeing a GP.

Think pharmacy first.

nhs.uk/thinkpharmacyfirst
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The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust @trftnhs.bsky.social · 5d
Taking your bra off at the end of the day feels great. And so does getting your breast screening sorted. It can detect cancer before you can feel it. Or more likely, put your mind at rest. So when you're invited, save the date.
➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/breast-screening-mammogram/
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The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust @trftnhs.bsky.social · 6d
Flu can be very unpleasant for young children and sometimes cause serious illness.

If your child is 2 or 3, they can get a free NHS nasal spray flu vaccine.

👉 Book now at your GP surgery or a participating pharmacy in the NHS App.

More info ➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/child-flu-vaccine/
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The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust @trftnhs.bsky.social · 7d
We know the process of quitting smoking is hard, but you don't have to do it alone. Read more about the helpful resources available to you on the Better Health website: ➡️https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/
#TRFT #Stoptober #BetterHealth #QuitSmoking
The image shows a picture of a woman smiling. This is accompanied by the Stoptober logo in the top left-hand corner of the graphic and the NHS logo in the top right-hand corner of the graphic. The text reads: ""Time to shine. Let's quit smoking together. Join millions of people who have quit smoking with Stoptober."
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The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust @trftnhs.bsky.social · 11d
Taking your bra off at the end of the day feels great. And so does getting your breast screening sorted. It can detect cancer before you can feel it. Or more likely, put your mind at rest. So when you're invited, save the date. ➡️https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/breast-screening-mammogram/
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The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust @trftnhs.bsky.social · 12d
We've joined the Global Wave of Light to mark the end of Baby Loss Awareness Week

#WaveOfLight #WaveOfLight2025
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The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust @trftnhs.bsky.social · 12d
To mark the end of Baby Loss Awareness Week, we're joining the Wave of Light at 7pm this evening by lighting a candle to remember little ones gone too soon.

You can join a virtual Wave of Light by taking a photo of your candle and posting it using the hashtag #WaveOfLight
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The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust @trftnhs.bsky.social · 14d
A Rotherham couple have surprised their community nurse by presenting them with a framed photo of the Gladioli variety that named after her. Read the story in full: ➡️https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/news/blooming-tribute-rotherham-nurse-honoured-her-own-gladioli
#TRFT #CommunityNursing #ThankYou
TB Specialist Nurse, Tracy Turton, shaking hands with David Whilloughby next to a framed picture of a gladioli that was named after her.
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The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust @trftnhs.bsky.social · 14d
We know the process of quitting smoking is hard, but you don't have to do it alone. Read more about the helpful resources available to you on the Better Health website: ➡️https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/
#TRFT #Stoptober #BetterHealth #QuitSmoking
The image shows a picture of a woman smiling. This is accompanied by the Stoptober logo in the top left-hand corner of the graphic and the NHS logo in the top right-hand corner of the graphic. The text reads: ""Time to shine. Let's quit smoking together. Join millions of people who have quit smoking with Stoptober."
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The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust @trftnhs.bsky.social · 18d
Are you feeling a little nervous about an upcoming mammogram? Watch this video to see what our patients can expect during their breast screening appointment, from start to finish. ➡️https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C0E8tU2vUIE
 #TRFT #BreastScreening #Mammogram #WomensHealth #EarlyDetection
What to expect when you attend your breast screening appointment
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trustwww.TheRotherhamFT.nhs.ukProduced by TRFT Graphic Design and Media
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The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust @trftnhs.bsky.social · 21d
We know the process of quitting smoking is hard, but you don't have to do it alone. Read about the support available to you on the Better Health website:
➡️https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/

#TRFT #Stoptober #BetterHealth #QuitSmoking
The image shows a picture of a woman smiling. This is accompanied by the Stoptober logo in the top left hand corner of the graphic and the NHS logo in the top right hand corner of the graphic. The text reads: ""Time to shine. Let's quit smoking together. Join millions of people who have quit smoking with Stoptober."
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The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust @trftnhs.bsky.social · 24d
Stoptober is back! Join thousands of other smokers committing to quit this October. If it’s your first time or you’ve tried before, now is the perfect time to quit smoking.
Get help today: ➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/
#TRFT #Stoptober #BetterHealth #QuitSmoking
The image shows a man smiling looking into the camera, He is surrounded by text. The Stoptober logo is in the top left hand corner of the graphic, the NHS logo is found in the top right hand corner of the graphic. The additional text reads: "Stopping Starts Today. Make it to 28 days smoke free and you're 5 times more likely to quit for good."
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The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust @trftnhs.bsky.social · Sep 25
We’re so proud of our teams across Rotherham Hospital for embodying the Eat, Drink, Dress, Move (EDDM) spirit during today's Pink Tea Party in celebration of Organ Donation Week. Also, thank you to @RHCC_Charity for their assistance with the refreshments.
#TRFT #EDDM #OrganDonation
Colleagues from The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust celebrating Organ Donation Week. Colleagues from The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust celebrating Organ Donation Week. Colleagues from The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust celebrating Organ Donation Week. Colleagues from The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust celebrating Organ Donation Week.
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The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust @trftnhs.bsky.social · Sep 25
Catch up on all the latest news from Rotherham's hospital and community health services in the most recent ‘Your Health’.

Visit our website to read the latest edition: 
Your Health - September 2025 | The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust
Read all the latest news from Rotherham's hospital and community health services in the most recent edition of Your Health.
www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk
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The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust @trftnhs.bsky.social · Sep 25
You might have seen our teams proudly rocking their pink socks to get people talking about the importance of organ and tissue donation. If you'd like to help please register your decision on the #organdonorregister today: https://www.organdonation.nhs.uk/register-your-decision/
Staff at The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust wearing pink socks in celebration of Organ Donation Week Staff at The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust wearing pink socks in celebration of Organ Donation Week Staff at The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust wearing pink socks in celebration of Organ Donation Week Staff at The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust wearing pink socks in celebration of Organ Donation Week
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The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust @trftnhs.bsky.social · Sep 24
This Organ Donation Week (22-28 September), our colleagues are brightening up their uniforms with pink socks to spark conversations about the importance of organ and tissue donation. Find out why organ donation is so important: https://www.organdonation.nhs.uk/
#TRFT #OrganDonationWeek
A photo of the Ophthalmology team wearing pink socks to encourage discussions around organ and tissue donation.
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The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust @trftnhs.bsky.social · Sep 24
BreathingSpace, one of our community hubs, recently played host to Sarah Sleet, Chief Executive of Asthma + Lung UK. Read more about this on our website ➡️
https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/news/breathingspace-celebrated-inspiring-model-community-care
Sarah Sleet, CEO of Asthma + Lung UK with members of the Trust’s Breath Easy support group.
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The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust @trftnhs.bsky.social · Sep 23
Today we are hosting a memorial service for those who have generously donated their organs and we'd love you to join us. The service begins at 5pm in the hospital chapel.
#TRFT #OrganDonationWeek #MemorialService
The graphic is promoting the upcoming Organ Donation Week memorial service taking place on Wednesday 24 September in the hospital chapel.
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The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust @trftnhs.bsky.social · Sep 23
Our Annual Members Meeting takes place at 2pm TODAY in the boardroom at Rotherham Hospital.

Come along and hear about our achievements, challenges and priorities for the future.

More information: https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/news/youre-invited-our-annual-members-meeting
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The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust @trftnhs.bsky.social · Sep 22
Are you taking part in the Rother Valley Country Park parkrun on Saturday? We will be there to cheer you on and promote the importance of organ donation.

Read more about the parkrun ➡ 
https://www.parkrun.org.uk/rothervalley/

#TRFT #OrganDonation #ParkRun
The graphic is aimed at individuals taking part in the Rother Valley parkrun taking place on Saturday 27 September.
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The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust @trftnhs.bsky.social · Sep 22
We are hosting a memorial service for those who have generously donated their organs and we'd love you to join us. There is no need to pre-book for this event, and you're more than welcome to bring along anyone you wish for support.
#TRFT #OrganDonationWeek #MemorialService
The graphic is promoting the upcoming Organ Donation Week memorial service taking place on Wednesday 24 September in the hospital chapel.
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The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust @trftnhs.bsky.social · Sep 22
This week is Organ Donation Week. A time to talk about the importance of organ donation.
Take two minutes today to confirm your decision on the NHS Organ Donor Register: https://www.organdonation.nhs.uk/register-your-decision/donate/
#TRFT #OrganDonationWeek #OrganDonation
The image shows two people against a pink background. The accompanying text reads: "Most of us would accept an organ if we needed one. Confirm your decision on the NHS Organ Donor Register. It's the best thing you'll do today. Visit organdonation.nhs.uk".
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The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust @trftnhs.bsky.social · Sep 21
Join our Cancer Quality Improvement Group to share your experiences and help improve Rotherham’s cancer services.

The group will meet on Monday 20 October 2025, Silverwood Room, Woodside, 120 Moorgate Road, S60 2UA between 4pm - 6pm.
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