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I take herbal medicines, should I mention it to the team looking after me?
Last updated on Wednesday, August 14, 2019
Herbal medicines are often thought to be safe as they are ‘natural’. They do however have an effect on the body and can lead to side-effects and so should be used with care. They may interact with your other medicines, medical conditions, or be unsafe if you are undergoing surgery. Always let you...
read morePlanning to get you home
Last updated on Thursday, February 22, 2024
We know that patients recover best at home, so that’s why we start planning for your return home as soon as you arrive in hospital. If you come in to stay overnight with us, we'll issue you with a ‘Ticket Home’ which details all the conversations that you’ll have while you're with us, that will...
read moreWhat should I do with left over or expired medicines?
Last updated on Wednesday, August 14, 2019
Medicines that are past their expiry date, or are no longer required, can be taken to any pharmacy to be disposed of safely. You can also recycle your inhalers so return them to your local pharmacy too.
read moreGet fit for surgery
Last updated on Monday, October 5, 2020
Taking an active role in planning and preparing for your operation will help you feel in control, leave hospital sooner and get back to normal more quickly.
read moreWho can attend?
Last updated on Thursday, January 31, 2019
To attend Pulmonary Rehabilitation, patients must fulfill the following criteria: Have a respiratory diagnosis such as Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Bronchiectasis or Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD). Find themselves limited by breathlessness (e.g. climbing stairs or walking up...
read moreHow many Orthoses will you get?
Last updated on Wednesday, February 19, 2020
Please see table below which outlines what you are entitled to as a patient.
read moreCan you purchase additional Orthoses privately?
Last updated on Wednesday, February 19, 2020
Yes, certain orthoses can be purchased privately if you require additional items above your entitlement. Please contact the Orthotic Department further information if you wish to do this.
read moreHow can the COPD sessions help me?
Last updated on Saturday, February 24, 2018
The COPD nurses based at the service are able to help patients with: Information about their condition Information about inhalers and inhaler technique Information and assessment for nebulisers What to do when a patient has a flare up (exacerbation) and how to spot the early warning signs o...
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