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When Sheffield Children’s was founded 150 years ago, one of the promises our founders made was ‘to afford opportunities for the training of women in the special duties of children’s nursing’.  We’re proud of our roots, and the women who have been part...

Every Thursday, volunteer Steve takes his book trolley around the wards at Sheffield Children’s. But today is a special trip – because it’s World Book Day!   At 77, Steve brings a lifetime love of reading – and a stack of stories – to...

A new experimental treatment for children with a hard-to-treat form of epilepsy is safe and can reduce seizures dramatically, helping them lead much healthier and happier lives, the findings of a study involving Sheffield Children’s show. The trial, lead...

On Rare Disease Day, we are shining a light on the experience of families living with conditions that are often misunderstood and misdiagnosed. Harry’s story is one of resilience and the life-changing power of research. What began as a...

South Yorkshire Children and Young People’s Health Research (SCYPHeR) is celebrating a second landmark year, showcasing rapid growth, new research talent and deepening collaboration across leading child health institutions. Colleagues gathered at the University of Sheffield yesterday (Wednesday) to...

Sheffield Children’s welcomed The Right Worshipful Lord Mayor of Sheffield Councillor Safiya Saeed to our Hospital.   The Lord Mayor met children, young people, families and staff on Ward 3, where she learned all about the different ways that the team at Sheffield Children’s are striving to...

Award-winning poet Sile Sibanda has been inspiring creativity and self-expression in children and young people at Sheffield Children’s Hospital, bringing powerful conversations about identity, belonging and individuality. Sile was invited to host a series of creative workshops as part...

Ramadan is a special time of year for Muslims all around the world, including patients, families and staff at Sheffield Children’s. Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic (lunar) calendar and is one of the holiest months of...

The future of children’s HealthTech isn’t just promising – it’s already taking shape, driven by some of the most innovative young minds in the country.  Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust hosted a collaborative HealthTech challenge that brought together young people, healthcare teams and HealthTech professionals...

Dedicated wellbeing support is now available at nine hospitals to support children and young people with physical health conditions who are feeling anxiety, worry, or low in mood. Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust is now offering the opportunity for...

  Sheffield Children’s is 150 years old this year – what a milestone! We are on the look out to speak to our oldest patients to understand where their life took them after care at Sheffield Children’s. If you...