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Changing your details with us

Last updated on Tuesday, July 30, 2024

It is very important for the hospital to have your correct contact details. Please notify us of any changes to your personal details, for instance a change of name, mobile phone number, a change of address or GP. This will help us keep our records up-to-date and enable us to contact you directly...

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Alcohol intake

Last updated on Thursday, February 21, 2019

Drinking alcohol affects your body’s ability to fight infection, stop bleeding and heal wounds/ prevent wound breakdown.  It is therefore very important to cut down or stop drinking before surgery.  Stopping for just 2 weeks pre-operatively will improve your body’s response to surgery.  Stopping...

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Pulmonary Rehabilitation

Last updated on Wednesday, April 11, 2018

Pulmonary Rehabilitation (PR) is an exercise and education programme for patients diagnosed with a chronic respiratory condition. The programme is run by specialist physiotherapists, but additional support is provided by respiratory nurses and dietitians during the education sessions. PR is widel...

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Support for Carers

Last updated on Monday, September 22, 2025

The Trust values the importance of carers of people with dementia. We acknowledge that carers know their loved ones best and should be listened to. There is a carers pack which informs you of what to expect in the hospital signposting for support for carers and person with dementia. Included in t...

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Preparing for your appointment

Last updated on Wednesday, February 12, 2025

What will happen during your first appointment?  We will use your referral, as well as any other relevant information available to us, to tailor the first appointment to what might be helpful for you.   You will be seen by a member of the pain team. The aim is to get to know you and how you e...

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Surgical Elective Admissions Lounge (SEAL) video

Last updated on Wednesday, March 13, 2024

Surgical Elective Admissions Lounge (SEAL) Video As part of our Patient Experience Strategy Welcome Promise, our patients asked us to provide more information about what to expect when coming into hospital.  The Surgical Elective Admissions Lounge (SEAL) video is an informative and comforting...

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Upcoming Events

Last updated on Tuesday, March 12, 2024

Upcoming Events and Initiatives In 2024 we have several exciting events and initiatives planned. If you would like to be part of our mailing list to find out about the upcoming events, workstreams and initiatives, email us on wuth.corporatenursing@nhs.net asking to be part of the patient experi...

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Information for Parents on Strep A

Last updated on Wednesday, December 7, 2022

There are lots of viruses that cause sore throats, colds and coughs circulating, especially over winter. These usually resolve without needing any special medical treatment or medicines. However, children can occasionally develop a bacterial infection on top of a viral infection and that can make...

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