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What is lymphoedema?

Last updated on Thursday, January 30, 2020

Lymphoedema is a long term (chronic) condition that manifests itself as swelling which has been present for more than 3 months.  It can affect any body part, but is mostly seen in arms and legs.  It can be due to: Primary lymphoedema which is a failure in the lymphatic system which often is pr...

What is Lipoedema?

Last updated on Thursday, January 30, 2020

Lipoedema is another condition that is often confused with lymphoedema or obesity.  It involves bilateral and symmetrical swelling of the legs, and can also affect the thighs, hips, buttocks and arms.  It is due to the abnormal accumulation of fat cells in the tissues in the skin.  This can lead...

What is ANPR?

Last updated on Tuesday, June 23, 2026

Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) is a technology that uses cameras and software to automatically read and recognise vehicle number plates.

What is Orthotics?

Last updated on Wednesday, February 19, 2020

Orthotics is a service that provides devices called orthoses (also called braces and splints). These are given to help to prevent, correct or accommodate a deformity and/or improve function. This can be as a result of an injury, disorder or due to the way our bodies alter as we get older. Orthos...

What is an Orthotist?

Last updated on Wednesday, February 19, 2020

Orthotists are autonomous registered Allied Health Practitioners who provide static and gait analysis to utilise engineering solutions for patients with problems of the neuro, muscular and skeletal systems. They are extensively trained at undergraduate level in mechanics, bio-mechanics, and mater...

Prevention of anaemia (low iron) in pregnancy

Last updated on Friday, September 19, 2025

What is the study about? PANDA is a research programme that aims to prevent anaemia in pregnancy to avoid health problems for women & their infants e.g. premature baby, low birth weight baby, headaches, dizziness using iron supplements during pregnancy.   Who can take part? Are you ex...

What to bring into hospital when having baby

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