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Researchers may access your medical records
Last updated on Friday, March 21, 2025
How we use your information We are also a research-active trust and data may be processed for approved scientific research purposes. There is the possibility that your records may be looked at by a research nurse or research administrator, who is not involved in your direct care, so we can see i...
read moreProcedures
Last updated on Monday, May 20, 2024
An endoscopy is a medical procedure that involves the use of an instrument called an endoscope to examine the interior of the body. The endoscope is a flexible tube with a light and camera attached to it that can be inserted into the body through natural openings, such as the mouth, nose, or bott...
read moreInfections
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...
read moreSmoking in pregnancy
Last updated on Friday, September 19, 2025
About The study is testing whether some new ways of using Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) could help women to stop smoking and could improve women’s and babies’ health. Who can take part Pregnant person who is less than 25 weeks pregnant Smoke 5 or more cigarettes a day Don’t vape...
read moreNoise Barrier
Last updated on Wednesday, August 15, 2018
NoiseBarrier NoiseBarrier is a re-usable ear plug which is customised to your ears giving exceptional comfort and a perfect fit. Because NoiseBarrier contains a little filter, only the harmful levels of noise are blocked. This means the sound you want to hear passes through at a comfortable, saf...
read moreWhen to see sexual health services
Last updated on Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Sexual health services are free and available to everyone, regardless of sex, age, ethnic origin and sexual orientation. If you have a disability and have special requirements, or if English is not your first language, you should make arrangements in advance. Who offers sexual health services a...
read moreTaking part in research
Last updated on Friday, March 21, 2025
Research is vital in order to provide evidence to improve treatment for patients within our care. If your doctor is in agreement, you may be invited to participate whilst you are a patient at one of our hospitals. Detailed information will be provided to enable you to make an informed decision...
read moreFAQs
Last updated on Wednesday, June 11, 2025
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs) What is the Pre-Operative Assessment (POA) Questionnaire? It’s a digital pre-operative questionnaire available in the patient portal, designed to help gather important health information ahead of your surgery. Why should I complete it? Co...
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