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Latest news
- Cancer Ward plans move forward
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Plans to create a dedicated ward for cancer inpatients at DCH are a step closer with the start of a further project to reconfigure beds
- Hospital launches strategic direction document
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Trust outlines its commitment to continuously improving the care it provides and exceeding patients' expectations. Click here to read the document
- New dedicated women's unit at DCH
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Patient feedback leads to a new dedicated area for female patients
- Hospital cafe opened by Dorchester Mayor
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Dorchester Mayor Tess James officially opens hospital's refurbished cafe
- 'No excuse' project wins royal award
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DCH emergency medicine consultant Dr Rob Torok receives award on behalf of the Dorset Road Safe Partnership
- New patient pager system introduced
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New patient pager system takes the uncertainty out of waiting for outpatient appointments
- Monitor signs DCHFT out of breach
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The independent regulator of foundation trusts signs Trust out of breach of authorisation
- DCH rated 'excellent' by inspectors
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Dorset County Hospital has received top scores from national assessors for excellence in patient care and facilities
- Safeguarding Children Declaration
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Dorset County Hospital's commitment to safeguarding children
- Privacy and Dignity - Same Sex Accommodation
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Ensuring privacy and dignity for all our patients
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Equality and Diversity............................All news releases









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