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Media Coverage

Below is the latest round-up of Cygnet news, and expert comment, in the media.

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January 29, 2025
Published in: The Sun

Concerning memory condition mimics signs of dementia but could disappear following correct treatment

Doctors are widely recognising an alarming dementia-mimicking condition known as functional cognitive disorder (FCD). Dr Henk Swanepoel, Lead Neuropsychology at Cygnet Health Care, explains how FCD is underdiagnosed and its main characteristics include memory and attention difficulties.

January 29, 2025
Published in: Hexham Courant

Cygnet Hospital in Hexham opens new sensory room

Following feedback from mental health patients, the Cygnet hospital designed and created a new sensory room for service users.

January 28, 2025
Published in: Newcastle World

Meadowfield Hospital Maintains Carer Support Accreditation

Cygnet Appletree in County Durham has retained its Carers Trust accreditation, recognising its commitment to involving carers in patient support.

January 27, 2025
Published in: Surrey World

Former Mental Health Patient in Surrey Returns to Hospital to Support Others

Former mental health patient Levi Kent, inspired by his recovery at Cygnet Hospital Woking, now supports others in their journey across Cygnet Health Care services.

January 24, 2025
Published in: Mental Health Design and Build

A new women’s mental health facility opens in Stoke-on-Trent

Cygnet Health Care is due to open new women’s hospital this summer to provide crucial support to women with mental health care needs.

January 22, 2025
Published in: Weston Mercury

Weston AFC welcome Cygnet Hospital as charity’s principal partner

Cygnet hospital has assumed the role of the first principal partner for Seagulls in the Community, the official club charity of Weston-super-Mare AFC.

January 21, 2025
Published in: The Sun

The 8 subtle warning signs of dementia following Pauline Quirke’s diagnosis

Dr Henk Swanepoel, Lead Neuropsychologist at Cygnet Brunel, shared his advice on warning signs for dementia following Pauline Quirke’s diagnosis.

January 21, 2025
Published in: Doncaster Free Press

Triangle of Care Accreditation awarded to Doncaster Mental Health Hospital

A Doncaster hospital that supports women with mental health needs has received the Triangle of Care accreditation for its work.

January 20, 2025
Published in: The Leader

Flintshire Cygnet Service visited by HIW inspectors

A rehabilitation service in Flintshire, which caters for men and women with severe and continuing mental illnesses, has received praise by HIW inspectors.
Teams at Cygnet Delfryn House and Cygnet Delfryn Lodge, both located in Mold, have been given a positive inspection report by the regulator, Health Inspectorate Wales (HIW). Inspectors praised service staff for their “kind, engaging and proactive” manner.

January 20, 2025
Published in: Nottingham World

Long-term mental health patient praises Cygnet Maple House service

Lucy Biggin, a mental health service user for the last 11 years, has given praise to the care received at Cygnet Maple House after being discharged to return home.