The RCHT Podcast

A weekly podcast of news and discussions with our NHS colleagues across Cornwall.

The RCHT Podcast is a news podcast hosted by RCHT Communication, with 157 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

RCHT Communication hosts The RCHT Podcast, a news show with 157 episodes published.

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  Episode #9

  The Pink Ladies: It's Never Too Late to Quit

  Sep 28, 202617 minS4

  You've probably seen them around the hospital in their distinctive pink uniforms. Known to many as the Pink Ladies, Amanda and Yvonne from the Stop Smoking Service spend their days supporting patients who want to stop smoking.In this episode of the RCHT Podcast, they join Pete and Charlie to talk about the Smokefree South West campaign, the support available to patients, and why every quit attempt matters.It's also a chance to meet the people behind the service. Their warmth, positivity and genuine passion for helping others comes across throughout this conversation.Because as Amanda and Yvonne explain, it's never too late to quit.

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  Episode #8

  Drugs and Alcohol: Don't Be Afraid to Have the Conversation

  Jul 27, 202618 minS4

  As the summer holidays approach and events and festivals bring thousands of people together across Cornwall, how can we help young people stay safe around drugs and alcohol? In this episode of the RCHT Podcast, host Peter Young is joined by Chantelle Hellier, Safeguarding Practitioner for Children at Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust, and Jodie Lynes, YZUP Team Leader at WithYou Cornwall. Together they discuss the realities of drug and alcohol use among young people, why substances such as ketamine are causing increasing concern, the warning signs parents and professionals should look out for, and how to start supportive conversations without judgement. They also share practical advice on festival safety, reducing risks, and where to find help and support if you're worried about yourself, a friend or a family member.

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  Board Summary: Listening, Learning, Improving

  Jul 20, 202632 min

  RCHT Chair, David Allen and Acting Chief Executive, Kim O'Keeffe join Peter Young to discuss the pressures facing urgent and emergency care, improving patient flow, strengthening partnerships across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, and why there is growing optimism about the future. They also talk about staff culture, health inequalities, the new Women and Children's Hospital, and other positive developments across the Trust.

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  Episode #6

  Cornwall's First Robot Assisted Surgery

  Jul 8, 20268 minS4

  What is it like to perform surgery using a robot? In this special episode, we go behind the scenes of Cornwall's first robot-assisted operation, hear from the surgeon who led the procedure, Professor James Clark, and discover how this groundbreaking technology will transform care for patients across the county.

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  Episode #5

  Think Twice, Input Once: AI Cyber Security

  Jul 6, 202616 minS4

  AI tools like Copilot and ChatGPT are becoming increasingly common in the workplace, but how can NHS staff use them safely? In this episode of the RCHT Podcast, Peter speaks with Martin Price, Cyber Security Lead at Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust, about the opportunities and risks associated with AI. They discuss protecting patient and confidential information, common misconceptions about AI, emerging cyber security threats, and practical tips for using AI safely and responsibly in the NHS.

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