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Cancer patient puts on charity concert to give back to Wirral hospital

Last updated on Thursday, March 19, 2026

When Anthony “Tony” Gallagher walks onto the stage at Future Yard this spring, it won’t just be another gig. It will be the closing of one chapter, the opening of another, and a heartfelt thank you to the hospital that helped him through cancer. Tony, 62, dad-of-one from the Wirral, was diagnose...

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COPD

Last updated on Wednesday, April 11, 2018

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a term for a group of lung conditions (for example, chronic bronchitis and emphysema) and can lead to damaged, 'obstructed', airways. The symptoms are usually a combination of: Increased breathlessness, especially when moving around Persistent c...

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Tag:   COPD (7)     PR (8)     Pulmonary (10)     oxygen (9)     physiotherapists (3)     bronchitis (1)     emphysema (1)     smoking (4)    

Personalised Care

Last updated on Friday, May 24, 2024

The Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNSs) work across 12 specialties and three divisions within the organisation. All CNSs are line managed by the matrons within the divisions and supported by the LCN in a professional capacity. The CNSs play a key role in the patient journey and patient satisfaction...

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When to see your GP

Last updated on Wednesday, December 3, 2025

Your local general GP surgery provides a wide range of family health services, including: advice on health problems, vaccinations, examinations and treatment, prescriptions for medicines, referrals to other health services and social services. Your surgery will make sure you get to speak to a he...

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Tag:   GP (5)     doctor (7)     local (3)     physiotherapist (1)     nurse (5)     diabetic clinic (1)     minor ailments (1)     referrals (1)    

Changing your details with us

Last updated on Tuesday, July 30, 2024

It is very important for the hospital to have your correct contact details. Please notify us of any changes to your personal details, for instance a change of name, mobile phone number, a change of address or GP. This will help us keep our records up-to-date and enable us to contact you directly...

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Infections

Last updated on Monday, October 5, 2020

MRSA swabs All patients are screened for MRSA bacteria (Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus) as routine. A nasal and groin swab will be taken by the assessment nurse and sent to the laboratory. You will only be contacted by the hospital if your results are positive for MRSA. This contact...

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Mental Health

Last updated on Wednesday, November 12, 2025

Please click the picture below to access our partner's website - CWP. CWP provide integrated care in the community and within inpatient settings based on best practice and outcomes, working closely with the people who access their services and carers to provide person-centred care for all. Their...

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