Monthly archives for October 2026

Our news and events archives for October 2026. If you have any queries regarding these, please contact the Communications Team.


Tower Block, Torbay Hospital (15 October 2026)
We understand there is considerable public interest and speculation regarding the Tower Block at Torbay Hospital.

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Tower Block, Torbay Hospital (14 October 2026)
Torbay Hospital’s Tower Block is an ageing building with known estate and fire safety risks linked to its original age, design, and condition.

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SAS doctors recognised for leadership and innovation at annual awards (9 October 2026)
Annual SAS Awards at Torbay Hospital recognise Dr Gurcharan Dua and Dr Ben Bartlett for exceptional contributions to care and innovation.

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Group of doctors smiling


Specialist support helping families through heartbreak and hope (9 October 2026)
Families affected by the loss of a baby are being reminded that they do not have to face their grief alone during Baby Loss Awareness Week.

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League of Friends funding helps enhance care for babies, children and young people at Torbay Hospital (6 October 2026)
League of Friends investment brings advanced patient monitoring technology to young patients and babies receiving care at Torbay Hospital.

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Members of Torbay Hospital League of Friends smiling


Bereavement midwife recognised at national baby loss awards (1 October 2026)
A Torbay and South Devon NHS bereavement midwife has been recognised at a national awards ceremony for outstanding care following pregnancy or baby loss.

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Fay Martin at the Sands Baby Loss Awards at alongside seven other midwives and health professionals from across the country, after they were shortlisted for the Elaine Thorp Award for Bereavement Care 2026.