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CT Scans - Computerised Tomography

Last updated on Friday, June 22, 2018

A CT scan is carried out using a special x-ray machine. It produces a cross-section (or slice) of the body. The scanner consists of a ‘doughnut-shaped’ structure which you pass through. This is called a gantry. A narrow beam of x-rays is produced from the gantry which passes through the body. Im...

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Follicular lymphoma

Last updated on Friday, September 19, 2025

PETReA   What is the study about? The study is trying to improve treatment for people with follicular lymphoma who need drug treatment for the first time. The study is using a type of body scan called PET-CT to split patients into two groups based on how long their disease is likely to stay aw...

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Pressure Ulcers

Last updated on Thursday, April 19, 2018

All patients admitted to our organization have a full skin inspection to ensure measures are put in place to prevent skin damage. Pressure ulcers are localised injuries to the skin and/or underlying tissue as a result of pressure. They are sometimes known as bedsores. They can be classified into...

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Nursing and Midwifery Strategy 2016-2018

Last updated on Wednesday, December 14, 2022

Safe Nurse Staffing "Modern, patient-focused nursing and midwifery based on traditional values." Patient focused nursing and midwifery staffing is one or our patient-focused action areas in the strategy. We are committed to being open and honest about all aspects of care including nurse and mi...

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Wirral and Chester Breast Screening Programme

Last updated on Tuesday, June 24, 2025

At Wirral and Chester Breast Screening Programme we aim to provide and promote an efficient and effective, high quality breast screening service, to all eligible women, within a caring environment. Breast screening helps healthcare professionals to detect breast cancer at an early stage, which i...

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Self Referral to Wirral Adult Musculoskeletal Service

Last updated on Tuesday, July 1, 2025

Self-Referral is a way to refer yourself for assessment and management of musculoskeletal conditions without needing to see your GP first. What does the Musculoskeletal Service provide? Specialist musculoskeletal assessment and treatment for patients with musculoskeletal conditions involving th...

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Diabetes

Last updated on Monday, October 2, 2023

Welcome to the Diabetes Specialist Dietitian Team! Our team of registered dietitians specialises in providing nutritional care for patients with diabetes. Our Services: Our team comprises specialist dietitians who provided individualised nutritional care plans for patients with diabetes. We wo...

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