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Shoulder

Last updated on Thursday, May 1, 2025

Shoulder pain Shoulder pain is very common and can affect 3 in 10 adults at any one time. It can be caused by something as simple as taking off a coat, lifting something awkwardly or a trip or fall. There are also normal age related changes that can cause symptoms to flare up now and again for n...

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Help and advice

Last updated on Monday, November 30, 2020

If you get home and become very unwell following your surgery please seek urgent medical advice by attending your local Emergency Department. You will be provided with the contact details of your ward before you leave the hospital. Please contact us if you have any worries or concerns in the imm...

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Cough and deep breathing

Last updated on Thursday, February 21, 2019

A physiotherapist is going to show you some deep breathing exercises.  Please pay attention and practice these 3 times a day before your operation.  Participating in these exercises will reduce the chances of you getting a chest infection.  After your operation you will have physiotherapy.  Pleas...

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N.M.C Sign Off Mentor Criteria FAQs

Last updated on Tuesday, April 24, 2018

Common questions asked about the Sign Off Mentors role (All advice is taken from the Standards to support learning and Assessment in Practice (NMC 2008a). Completion of Sign-Off Mentor Status What is the role of a sign off mentor? The role of sign off mentor and or a practice teacher is t...

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Early Pregnancy Unit

Last updated on Monday, February 10, 2025

What is The Early Pregnancy Unit? The Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit (EPAU) provides outpatient care to women with problems or concerns in early pregnancy up to 16 weeks and 6 days of their pregnancy.  Ultrasound scans are undertaken to confirm the location and viability of a pregnancy followin...

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Vestibular Rehabilitation

Last updated on Tuesday, July 24, 2018

We provide a service for people needing Vestibular Rehabilitation after they have been referred to us via their GP or the ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat ) Department. If you feel you have a problem with your balance, you should contact your GP.

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Healthcare options in Wirral for Bank Holiday Monday 31 May 2021

Last updated on Friday, May 28, 2021

If you’re feeling unwell over the bank holiday and need urgent advice or treatment from a health professional, there are a number of healthcare options available. Health information and advice The best place to get accurate health information is the NHS website. The NHS website has information...

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How Daily Dog Walks Can Transform Lives

Last updated on Wednesday, January 15, 2025

January is Walk Your Dog Month—a time to embrace the physical and mental benefits of stepping outdoors with your canine companion. For many, these daily strolls are more than just exercise; they’re moments of healing, connection, and happiness. Wirral University Teaching Hospital staff are highl...

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Tag:   Dogs (1)     Fitness (3)     Wellbeing (1)