Royal Devon NHS

Happy International Nurses Day. Thank you to all our nursing colleagues at the Royal Devon for your skill, compassion and dedication. The difference you make every day for patients and families is truly extraordinary. #IND2026 #teamCNO

We’ve opened a dedicated new room for midwives and their patients at Crediton Hospital. A huge thanks to the League of Friends at Crediton Hospital for funding this important project, and helping create a welcoming, private and purpose-designed space for local families.

Avoid long waits in our emergency departments and help us provide care to those who need it most by choosing the right healthcare service for your needs. Get the care you need – royaldevon.nhs.uk/get-the-care-y…

Your local pharmacy can offer advice and non-prescription treatments for a range of common illnesses. Most pharmacies can provide some prescription medicine, without needing to see a GP or make an appointment. Find a pharmacy near you - nhs.uk/service-search…

Our services in North Devon are under pressure today. Please help us by supporting your loved ones to get home as soon as they're ready by doing a few simple things. Visit our website for more info - royaldevon.nhs.uk/news/patient-g…

Avoid long waits in our emergency departments and help us provide care to those who need it most by choosing the right healthcare service for your needs. Get the care you need – royaldevon.nhs.uk/get-the-care-y…

North Devon District Hospital is extremely busy and wait times in our emergency department are really long. Please help us by choosing the most appropriate healthcare service for your needs. Visit our website for more info - royaldevon.nhs.uk/get-the-care-y…

This May marks 50 years of National Smile Month – promoting better oral health for all. Protect your smile: 🦷 brush twice daily (before bed + once more) 🪥 use fluoride toothpaste 🍫 keep sugary foods/drinks to mealtimes Learn more: dentalhealth.org/national-smile…

Get the care you need quicker this weekend. Use NHS quicker to see live waiting and travel times for local NHS services. Choose the right service and spend less time waiting Visit nhsquicker.co.uk now.

Get the care you need quicker this weekend. Use NHS quicker to see live waiting and travel times for local NHS services. Choose the right service and spend less time waiting Visit nhsquicker.co.uk now.

Well done to colleagues working in Paediatrics and the Emergency Department, for this fantastic feedback on Care Opinion. 👏 Read the full feedback 👉 careopinion.org.uk/1422769 🎤Tell your story at careopinion.org.uk/tellyourstory #FeedbackFriday

The landmark Tobacco and Vapes Act is now law. We’re creating the UK’s first smoke free generation and supporting millions of adults to quit smoking for good. Thanks to Professor Javed Khan for his independent review which helped shape this law. gov.uk/government/new…

Today is the final day of dying matters week and our specialist palliative care team will be at the main entrance of the RD&E, opening up important conversations around death and dying. Drop by if you have any questions, or would like to have a chat.

Choosing the right healthcare service for your needs helps you to get the care you need as soon as possible. It also reduces pressure on our emergency services, helping us to provide care to those who need it most. Get the care you need – royaldevon.nhs.uk/get-the-care-y…

Join us at our cancer health and wellbeing event on Wednesday 13 May at the Exeter football club. We'll have over 30 information stalls, plus presentations on relaxation, eating well and moving more. Come along and connect with our friendly community support network.

Choosing the right healthcare service for your needs helps you to get the care you need as soon as possible. It also reduces pressure on our emergency services, helping us to provide care to those who need it most. Get the care you need – royaldevon.nhs.uk/get-the-care-y…

From Monday 11 May there will be changes to how patients access and navigate the Nightingale Hospital. Clearly marked signage will be in place, and our volunteers will be on site to help. If you have any questions , please call the number in your patient letter.

To mark dying matters week, our specialist palliative care team is out and about, opening up important conversations around death and dying. Join us at Seaton on Tuesday, Sidmouth on Wednesday, NDDH on Thursday and RD&E on Friday. Pop by with your questions, or to have a chat.

Today we’re celebrating International Day of the Midwife 2026. Thank you to all our midwifery colleagues for the extraordinary work you do to deliver compassionate, safe, person-centred care for patients at the Royal Devon. #IDM2026 #teamCMidO

If you're visiting Devon and need to access healthcare please choose the correct service for your needs. Help us protect our services so we can care for those who need us the most.