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Surgery School

Last updated on Monday, November 30, 2020

Surgery School is a programme that can be attended before surgery. Currently it is only available to those patients having joint surgery or colorectal surgery.  It involves a face to face group programme where you will be taught all about the steps to take before and after your surgery to help y...

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Critical Care Department (ICU & HDU)

Last updated on Monday, June 23, 2025

Critical Care direct dial numbers ICU - 0151 604 7401 HDU - 0151 604 7356 The Critical Care Department at Arrowe Park Hospital cares for some of the hospitals most seriously ill patients. The department is divided into 2 areas: Intensive Care Unit (ICU) The Intensive Care Unit (ICU), also...

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Advice following a general anaesthetic

Last updated on Monday, November 30, 2020

Anaesthetic drugs remain in the body for 24 hours and gradually wear off during this time therefore your judgement and natural reactions which ensure your safety will not be as quick as usual. Only leave the unit when you have been discharged by the nurse to be accompanied home by a responsible a...

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Order repeat prescriptions and use 111 online ahead of Bank Holiday

Last updated on Tuesday, December 5, 2023

Public urged to order repeat prescriptions and use NHS 111 Online ahead of bank holiday weekend and period of industrial action Health leaders are urging members of the public to order repeat prescriptions early and use NHS 111 Online for non-emergency healthcare needs ahead of the early May ban...

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Medicines

Last updated on Monday, April 9, 2018

Medicines For Children leaflets cover many of the medicines that are prescribed or recommended to children by children’s doctors (paediatricians), pharmacists or nurses.  They answer your questions, including: Why does your child need to take the medicine? When do you need to give the medicine?...

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Ultrasound

Last updated on Monday, April 30, 2018

Ultrasounds (also known as sonographs) are considered a safe examination. They use high frequency waves to view the organs and soft tissue of the body to produce an image. Ultrasounds normally take between 10 and 25 minutes depending on which examination you are having. Having an ultrasound is...

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Improving your fitness for surgery

Last updated on Monday, July 6, 2020

Having surgery puts stress on your body.  There are ways that we can help you prepare for this.  Following some simple steps will help to reduce your chance of complications and improve your chances of being healthy and well during and after surgery, as well as your long-term health. Taking an a...

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