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Pre-term birth
Last updated on Tuesday, January 27, 2026
CLOSED TO RECRUITMENT What is this study about? Preterm birth (PTB) happens when a baby is born before 37 weeks of pregnancy. About 10% of babies are born preterm worldwide. PTB can have a serious impact on the lives and health of children and families. Researchers have found specific genet...
read moreWUTH Doctor Honoured for Outstanding Contribution to Trans Community
Last updated on Thursday, October 31, 2024
A doctor specialising in endocrinology at Wirral University Teaching Hospital has earned the prestigious Imogen Christie Award at this year’s Navajo Merseyside and Cheshire LGBTIQA Chartermark Awards. The accolade recognises the work of Dr King Sun Leong, Associate Medical Director and Consultan...
read moreHope, Healing and Discovery: WUTH Marks International Clinical Trials Day by Celebrating Life-Changing Research
Last updated on Thursday, May 22, 2025
In celebration of International Clinical Trials Day on 20th May 2025, Wirral University Teaching Hospital (WUTH) is shining a light on the life-changing power of medical research—inviting more people to consider taking part. Every year, thousands of people across the UK volunteer for clinical tr...
read moreMaternity team highlights the harmful effects of drinking in pregnancy
Last updated on Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Staff from the maternity team at Wirral University Teaching Hospital (WUTH) are calling attention to the serious risks of alcohol consumption during pregnancy and its impact on unborn babies. Partnering with Wirral Council’s Public Health department, the team engaged with expectant parents in th...
read moreWUTH appoints first Resident Doctor Peer Lead
Last updated on Tuesday, January 6, 2026
Wirral University Teaching Hospital (WUTH) has appointed its first Resident Doctor Peer Lead to strengthen support for resident doctors and help deliver NHS England’s 10-point plan to improve their working lives. Tracey Livingstone, a Specialty Registrar in Urology, will link resident doctors wi...
read moreChildren's Occupational Therapy Early Years Team (0-4 years)
Last updated on Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Children’s Occupational Therapists (OT) are experienced clinicians who work with children and their families to help develop and maximise safety, independence and functional skills in everyday tasks when children are affected by injury, illness, developmental delay and other disabilities. By prov...
read moreChildren's Neonatal Occupational Therapy
Last updated on Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Neonatal Occupational Therapists (OT) work with premature and high-risk infants in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). Their goal is to support the baby’s development, comfort, and ability to interact with the world in a healthy way. OTs support infants and their families by implementing de...
read moreDiversity and Inclusivity
Last updated on Thursday, February 26, 2026
We strive to ensure our environment is inclusive to everyone and welcome discussions regarding any adjustments that we can make to ensure everyone has a good learning experience with us. We have the following considerations: Format of information Information and the timetable is sent electr...
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