Wye Valley NHS Trust

The County Hospital children's ward has been transformed into a colourful magical wonderland thanks to a local artist. Nurses on the children's ward, inspired by the work of local artist, Tom Roberts, fundraised for the design of a mural, to create a welcoming, familiar, and colourful environment for the children they care for. The beautiful mural meanders through the corridors, playroom, treatment rooms and patient bays and gives a brighter outlook for the children, parents and staff. The mural gives the children a focal point to help distract them when having procedures, and helps aid their recovery by creating a…

The aim of Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) is to do more of what matters to us and have the most fulfilling life we can, despite having difficulties along the way. Do you feel like your life is on hold waiting for the pain to get better? Are you stuck, wishing that the pain would just go away? Do you struggle with the idea of accepting your pain? Do you feel that pain has taken away who you used to be? ACT could help you live your life again despite having pain. What is ACT? The aim of ACT is to…

Injection site reactions include redness, itching, pain or swelling at the injection site. They mostly occur 1 to 2 days after an injection and go away within 3 to 5 days. Change the injection site each time you inject (e.g. rotate from one leg to another leg). Apply a cold compress to the injection site. Antihistamine tablets can help. If you continue to experience problems please contact us and we will be able to provide you further advice.

The Gastroenterology Department treats a variety of conditions related to the digestive system, including: Dyspepsia Gastro-oesophageal reflux Oesophageal dysmotility Peptic ulceration Pancreatic disease Acute and Chronic Liver disease Coeliac disease and other small bowel diseases Ulcerative colitis Crohn’s disease and other inflammatory bowel diseases Assessment of change in bowel habit Iron deficiency anaemia Weight loss Sub-speciality clinics and services In addition to general gastroenterology services, the department offers specialized clinics for: Iron Deficiency Anaemia Inflammatory Bowel Disease Hepatology, including: Decompensated Liver Disease Haemochromatosis Tertiary In-Reach Clinic (QE-UHB) Nutrition Support Upper GI Symptom Clinic (Dyspepsia, Dysphagia, Barrett’s Oesophagus) Urgent Suspected CAncer…

This page contains links to information leaflets to explain our service and help with the development of your baby and child's speech and language.   Leaflets include advice on talking to your baby during pregnancy, from 0 to 6 months, 6 to 12 months, 1 to 2 years. 2 to 3 years. use of television, dummies, and what to do if you are having difficulty understanding your child's speech. Talking to your baby bump during pregnancyTalking with your baby from 0 to 6 monthsTalking with your baby from 6 to 12 monthsTalking with your baby from 1 to 2 yearsTelevision…