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Life-saving NHS lung cancer screening programme launches 

A new NHS lung cancer screening programme aiming to detect lung cancer earlier and improve outcomes has now launched in Tunbridge Wells, with local residents invited to book a free lung health check. ...

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Supporting inclusivity for stroke survivors with communication needs

The Trust's Stroke team have showcased their work to create a more inclusive environment for stroke survivors with communication challenges at a regional research symposium. Connie Poynter-Chard, Sen...

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Research: publications by our staff

Research supports the discovery of new and improved ways of treating diseases and their symptoms, and takes place across a range of specialties, supported by a large number of staff. Our researc...

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World Stroke Day: Meet the team behind stroke care

This World Stroke Day (29 October), we are recognising the dedication and expertise of the multidisciplinary team working in our Stroke Unit.  Located at Maidstone Hospital, the Trust’s St...

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Trust recognised for recruitment to wrist fracture study

New research is investigating the best way of treating wrist fractures, with Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust (MTW) involving over 100 patients and ranking second in the country for recruitment...

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Chief Nursing Officer Award for "lifeline" healthcare support worker

Congratulations to Healthcare Support Worker, Tina Fennelly, who has received a Chief Nursing Officer Award from NHS England. These national awards recognise the vital contribution of healthcare supp...