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Cellulitis
Last updated on Thursday, January 30, 2020
Patients with lymphoedema are particularly susceptible to cellulitis, as the lymphatic system does not function adequately. Cellulitis is a bacterial infection of the skin which may cause redness, heat, swelling, temperature and pain. It can also cause lymphoedema if it damages the delicate ly...
read moreReasonable Adjustments
Last updated on Thursday, August 29, 2019
Health and care services are legally required to make ‘reasonable adjustments’ for people with learning disabilities under the Equality Act (2010) which promotes equal access to healthcare for people with learning disabilities. WUTH are committed to raising awareness of reasonable adjustments....
read moreHow to Access Information
Last updated on Tuesday, July 16, 2024
Access Methods: Information can be accessed online via our website, or by visiting the hospital. Specific documents can be requested via email or telephone. Charges and Fees: Most information is available free of charge. However, some documents may incur a copying or postage fee, which will be...
read moreAbout your procedure
Last updated on Thursday, December 24, 2020
You should understand the benefits and the risks of the anaesthetic and the surgery which you are going to have. Anaesthesia The Royal College of Anaesthetists provides a range of patient information leaflets and short videos which are accessible using the links in the sidebar. These include:...
read moreCancer
Last updated on Thursday, June 13, 2024
The population of the Wirral is currently 320,220, with a national ratio of 1:3 affected by cancer and 1:4 deaths annually are cancer related. WUTH diagnosis over 3,000 new cancers each year. Over 50% of people diagnosed survive beyond 10 years and It is estimated that there are 11,500 people liv...
read moreLocations
Last updated on Tuesday, June 4, 2024
The main inpatient pharmacy is located on the ground floor of Arrowe Park hospital with satellite pharmacies on each floor and also at Clatterbridge hospital to ensure timely access to medicines for all patients. Location Opening hours Contact Arrowe Park outpatient ph...
read moreSafety Thermometer
Last updated on Thursday, April 19, 2018
On one day each month we check to see how many of our patients suffered harm whilst in our care. We call this the safety thermometer. The safety thermometer looks at four harms, in particular: pressure ulcers, falls, blood clots and urine infections for those patients who have a urinary catheter...
read moreRemember: A&E is for emergencies and life threatening illnesses only
Last updated on Thursday, April 19, 2018
When you're unwell, sometimes choosing the right service to help treat you can feel confusing or worrying. No one wants to waste NHS resources, so knowing who to see in order to help you can be useful, especially at a time when you're feeling poorly. Below are the services you have to choose from...
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