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Pathology service update
We are currently experiencing an ongoing critical incident impacting our pathology provider. We will update our website as soon as we have more information. ...
New electronic prescription service wins award
Our electronic prescribing and medicines administration (ePMA) programme, wins big at the HSJ Digital Awards 2024....
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The Maudsley Blog
Alcohol Awareness Week: Rethink your drink
Welcome to Alcohol Awareness Week! Join us as we explore the impact of alcohol on our lives and offer insights for informed decision-making. From understanding its effects on physical and mental healt...
Shape the Future of Mental Health: Non-Executive Directors Needed
We are seeking two Non-Executive Directors to join our high-performing Board and collaborate closely with the Council of Governors....
Trust news
Press releases
Pathology service update
We are currently experiencing an ongoing critical incident impacting our pathology provider. We will update our website as soon as we have more information. ...
New electronic prescription service wins award
Our electronic prescribing and medicines administration (ePMA) programme, wins big at the HSJ Digital Awards 2024....
Speaking Truth to Power
As part of the Trust strategy to becoming an anti-racism organisation by 2026, the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion team organised an exciting conference to support the Trust to succeed with their am...
Strategy in Action event highlights ambition to deliver next generation of care through research innovation
On Tuesday, the Trust welcomed members of the public and service users to our fifth bi-annual Strategy in Action event to share how we’re working to improve patient care. ...
Patients find road to recovery through boxing
Patients at South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust are embracing weekly non-contact boxing as a vital tool in their therapeutic recovery back to health. Off The Ropes, who set up the ...
Exploring the use of body worn cameras in mental healthcare settings
Researchers aim to understand the practical and ethical issues of body worn cameras as part of a new UK-based study. ...
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Media guidelines on reporting suicide and self-harm
Samaritans provide support to anyone in emotional distress, struggling to cope, or at risk of suicide. They have created created a resources hub with advice on how to safely cover suicide and self-harm in the media.
