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Volunteer responsibilities

Last updated on Monday, October 12, 2020

Each role has a specific list of duties that the volunteer can undertake, however all volunteers should also: Be polite, courteous and respectful to others Get to know the hospital layout and be a source of information Direct or escort patients and visitors to their appropriate destination...

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News Articles

Last updated on Monday, July 21, 2025

In this section you will find news items about Wirral University Teaching Hospital's research and innovation activities.   July 2025 - Breakthrough research using umbilical cord donations at Wirral maternity unit   May 2025 - Hope, Healing and Discovery: WUTH Marks International Clinical Tr...

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Contact details

Last updated on Tuesday, October 21, 2025

Vascular Team can be contacted via secretaries 0151 678 611, ext 8444, 8372, 2219  Service is open Monday Thursday 8:30-17:00, Friday 8:30-15:00  Lymphoedema Lead Specialist Nurse: Senior Sister Jenny Williamson Lymphoedema Specialist Nurses: Sisters Jane Roles/Heather Pidcock (Known as Lol)...

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Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

Last updated on Wednesday, November 5, 2025

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a painless and harmless examination. This type of scan uses a powerful magnetic field and radio-frequencies. An MRI scan does not use x-rays. MRI allows us to view very detailed cross-sectional images of the body part being examined. This helps in the diagnos...

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Patient Stories

Last updated on Sunday, March 17, 2024

The Power of Patient Stories At WUTH, we understand that behind every patient interaction lies a unique and deeply personal story. These stories not only provide invaluable insights into the patient experience but also serve as powerful reminders of the profound impact our work has on the lives...

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Personalised care planning

Last updated on Tuesday, April 30, 2019

Every patient with dementia has a dementia care bundle, this means they receive personalised nursing care to ensure that all appropriate assessments and care is given.  The symbol at the top of this page is known as the Dementia Forget Me Not symbol, and is used on the patient information board o...

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Tag:   dementia (4)     mind (3)     carer (7)     staff (9)     emergency (12)     forget (3)     brain (4)    

About breast screening

Last updated on Monday, December 11, 2023

For information regarding the National Health Service Breast Screening Programme (NHSBSP) visit the NHS Breast screening (mammogram) web pages which cover the following topics: • Why is breast screening offered?• When will I be offered breast screening?• What happens during breast screening?• Un...

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Contact Us

Last updated on Friday, April 19, 2024

‘If you have any ideas of how we could improve our service please let us know.  We welcome comments good and bad, as we wish to provide the best service possible and your feedback will help us to do that. To request and or change your appointment please use the How to Request (&/or Change) a...

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