Friends of Frome Hospital

05/04/2026

Lovely!

Charlie on a heartwarming visit to Frome Community Hospital today. He cheered up lots of patients and thoroughly enjoyed all the fuss 💙

We've also been to several jobs in Bristol, Eastbourne, Borden, Purley and Center Parcs with the ponies.

03/03/2026

08/02/2026

Did you know in the UK around 200 people suffer a cardiac arrest outside hospital every day and currently, only 1 in 10 survive?

Our crew can reach patients across Dorset and Somerset within 20 minutes, but for someone in cardiac arrest, those first few minutes matter most.

That’s where YOU can help. Through DSAA Life Support, we’re giving our communities the confidence and skills to act. Delivering CPR and using an automated external defibrillator.

Want to learn how to save a life? Discover our Awareness Sessions here: www.dsairambulance.org.uk/cpr-and-defibrillator-awareness-sessions-life-support

04/02/2026

🟣 World Cancer Day: A powerful message from two brothers treated at the RUH

Today on World Cancer Day, we’re sharing the story of brothers David and Robert Taylor, who both underwent successful robotic surgery for prostate cancer here at the RUH - just weeks apart.

After a routine check-up led to a PSA test, Robert, 67, was referred to our urology team for further investigation. When he told his brother David, 70, about the high result of the test, David decided to get tested too. With a family history of prostate cancer, both brothers were quickly referred to the RUH for treatment.

Thanks to the incredible precision of our Da Vinci surgical robot – funded by our RUHX Charity – both men were able to have minimally invasive radical prostatectomies. This advanced technology helps our surgeons operate with greater accuracy and supports faster recovery times. In fact, Robert was able to return home the same day as his surgery.

🗨 Robert said:
“It was incredible to think I’d just had major surgery and could get home the same day. My experience at the RUH was very positive from start to finish – the staff were first class.”

🗨 David added:
“The care I received was magnificent. Every member of staff I met was so caring and supportive.”

Their message today is simple but vital:
👉 If prostate cancer runs in your family, please speak to your GP and get checked.

Anyone with a prostate gland can be at risk of prostate cancer. You can learn more about symptoms, testing and treatment on the NHS website. Just search 'NHS prostate cancer'

Thank you to David and Robert for sharing their story, and to our dedicated surgical and urology teams for the outstanding care they provide every day. 💜

22/01/2026

Do you know what a defibrillator is and how it works?

A defibrillator is designed to be easy to use in an emergency, even for inexperienced users. Make sure you know what it is by reading our latest news post. Find out here: https://www.dsairambulance.org.uk/what-is-a-defibrillator-and-how-does-it-work

05/01/2026

Hospital Friends fund new equipment

A volunteer group supporting Frome Community Hospital has funded the purchase of vital equipment.

The Friends of Frome Hospital has funded a new slit lamp for the Urgent Treatment Centre, a vital piece of equipment for diagnosing and treating a range of eye conditions. It allows practitioners to examine the eye in detail and carry out treatment where required.

Clinical Lead Tracy Hill said, “We are very grateful to the Friends for providing this essential piece of equipment. They are a great support to our local hospital.”

The group has also recently made a donation to the birthing centre, enabling it to purchase new equipment including two cots, two reclining feeding chairs, a birthing couch, an air tube and an electric hospital-grade breast pump.

The new equipment has saved the departments more than £20,000.

Read more here: https://buff.ly/PEpJl4q

Pictured: Friends of Frome Hospital and Heather Ancill, Matron

22/12/2025

Defibrillators are provided in and around Frome by the Friends of Frome Hospital. All of their defibrillators are registered on 'The Circuit' and monitored by 9 dedicated defibrillator guardians.
Frome Rotary along with the Lions Club of Frome and Richard Oatley Foundation are supporting the Friends of Frome Hospital to replace the original defibrillators which are now over 10 years old.
Look out for more information in the New Year as the upgraded defibrillators are rolled out and a community event will be held to raise awareness of these crucial life saving devices.

Discover why registering your defibrillator on The Circuit is vital. Help 999 call handlers find life-saving devices fast and keep your community rescue ready.

03/12/2025

With British Heart Foundation RevivR tool, you can learn the steps of CPR - for free - in just 15 minutes ⏰

Join Bet in their mission to train 270,000 people in CPR now ➡️ https://bit.ly/4fR3grs

06/11/2025

Please make sure you register your defibrillator on The Circuit. All of our 29 are.

Defib finder uses data from The Circuit, the national defibrillator network, to help you find information about the nearest defibrillators to you.

16/10/2025

Restart a Heart Day is here! 💓🚑

Did you know that learning CPR could double someone’s chance of survival in a cardiac emergency? Every second counts and YOU can make a difference!

Learn CPR online in just 15 minutes with the British Heart Foundation's program!

CPR training can be found on our website here: https://www.dsairambulance.org.uk/restart-a-heart-2025-learn-cpr-and-be-a-lifesaver

Let’s help save lives together.