After 12 months of asking patients, dietitians, the nursing teams and the patient council, changes are coming to the dining experience at Derriford Hospital.
From Monday 5 September 2016, inpatients will have access to a wider choice of food and drink throughout the day; and the way that meals and snacks are presented will also change. An example of this is the replacement of shrink-...
The Trust welcomes the publication of mandatory food standards for the NHS. These standards aim to improve the overall approach to hydration and nutrition, which goes far beyond just the food that is served within hospitals.
Dr Stuart Windsor, the lead for Facilities at Derriford Hospital, said: “Over the past year we have worked hard to improve the experience that our patients have of...