News and events
To view the latest news, press releases and events from Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust, click the links below.
If you have any queries regarding these, please contact the Communications Team.
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.
Dying to get a tan? Skin expert shares the signs of skin cancer at free event (29 September 2026)
Join our Medicine for Members event to learn how to protect your skin, spot early signs of skin cancer, and know when to seek expert medical advice.
Don’t stop me now: John celebrates his 100th park run after blood cancer diagnosis (28 September 2026)
John Osborn celebrates his 100th parkrun following a Torbay Hospital trial bringing personalised blood cancer treatment to patients.
First prostate cancer patient in Torbay receives pioneering therapy (21 September 2026)
Men in Torbay and South Devon who have been diagnosed with early-stage localised prostate cancer will receive a new ground-breaking treatment.
Have a question for our Board? (18 September 2026)
We're inviting members of the public to submit questions ahead of our Annual Members' Meeting on Wednesday 30 September at Paignton Library.
Appointment priority service launches at Newton Abbot Urgent Treatment Centre (15 September 2026)
From Monday 28 September 2026, patients needing urgent care will need to book same-day appointments directly with Newton Abbot Urgent Treatment Centre.
Further government funding announced for Torbay Hospital (14 September 2026)
We are to receive a further £1.8 million of government funding to support fire safety improvements in Torbay Hospital’s Tower Block.
Free community health event in Paignton (14 September 2026)
People across are being invited to a free community health and wellbeing event taking place at Paignton Library from 2pm to 4pm on Wednesday 30 September.
Migraine awareness event highlights support available across Torbay and South Devon (11 September 2026)
Get advice and support from our Headache Service at Torbay Hospital on 22 Sept, 9am to midday, for Migraine Awareness Day.
Experienced healthcare and education leader joins our Board of Directors (9 September 2026)
Dr Karen Cox has joined our Board of Directors as a Non-Executive Director.
