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Why do people feel chronic / persistent pain? (long term pain) 

Last updated on Wednesday, January 8, 2025

We know that many patients who come to the Wirral Chronic Pain Service have been experiencing pain for longer than 3 months.   We are also aware that many patients have had long journeys before being referred to this service, being sent for lots of medical investigations, which might still be on...

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Appointment availability

Last updated on Wednesday, June 11, 2025

  Some screening sites can only offer appointments on certain days of the week.  Click here to see appointment availability.  Green shows when appointments are generally available, but always call the screening site first to see if they have availability on a day that would suit you best....

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Tag:   screening (15)     diabetic (8)     diabetes (15)     blood sugar (11)     desp (8)     retinopathy (8)     retina (10)    

How long will your appointment take?

Last updated on Wednesday, February 19, 2020

The length of your appointment will depend on the nature of your referral. As a guide, appointments usually take a minimum of 20 minutes and for complex assessments and casts up to an hour. You can see more information about your appointment via the Your Appointment page.

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How to stay well in Wirral over the Easter holidays

Last updated on Thursday, April 14, 2022

Healthcare leaders are sharing advice for getting the help you need in Wirral over the Easter bank holiday weekend (15-18 April) should you become unwell.   Easter bank holiday pharmacy opening times A number of pharmacies are open on Good Friday, Easter Sunday and Easter Monday. Residents are...

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August Bank Holiday 2022

Last updated on Friday, August 26, 2022

The NHS in Wirral continues to see much higher levels of activity than normal for this time of year. If you have an urgent need, that can’t wait till the next working day, it’s still possible to speak to a GP in the evening, at weekends and on Bank Holidays. If you call your GP practice outside...

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Public and Patient involvement group

Last updated on Wednesday, April 11, 2018

The department has an active group consisting of patients, doctors, nurses and clerical representatives who meet for 1 hour every alternate month to discuss all matters relating to the department, such as departmental information, efficient running and communication about our services, local serv...

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Tag:   dermatology (7)     skin (9)     cancer (26)     patient (16)     public (1)    

Clatterbridge Rehab Centre

Last updated on Friday, January 12, 2018

The new Clatterbridge Rehabilitation Centre (CRC) was recently refurbished and offers 20 beds for dedicated stroke rehabilitation. Therapists at the CRC will assess you to identify any difficulties you may have following your stroke. We offer: A Multidisciplinary Therapy Team working with a n...

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Tag:   rehabilitation (9)     stroke (9)     discharge (9)     admittance (1)     therapy (6)     Neuropsychology (1)    

Feedback Stands

Last updated on Wednesday, March 13, 2024

The Patient Experience Strategy organises stands both within our hospitals and out in the community, providing opportunities for patients, prospective patients, carers, volunteers, visitors, and staff to share their feedback on enhancing the patient experience at WUTH hospitals. Stay informed ab...

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