Wye Valley NHS Trust

Some of the drugs used to treat inflammatory arthritis can harm an unborn baby. We recommend that you speak with us if you are planning to become pregnant or father a child.   Your treatment may need to be changed before you stop using contraception.   If you have an unplanned pregnancy and are stopping or have recently stopped taking regular medication for your arthritis, please contact us as soon as possible.   Useful links: VERSUS ARTHRITIS – Pregnancy and Arthritis https://www.versusarthritis.org/media/22936/pregnancy-and-arthritis-information-booklet.pdf VERSUS ARTHRITIS – New pregnancy guidelines launched by the British Society for Rheumatology https://www.versusarthritis.org/about-arthritis/healthcare-professionals/professional-network-and-clinical-updates/network-news/december-2022-network-news/new-pregnancy-guidelines-by-the-british-society-for-rheumatology/ BSR – 2 updated guidelines for prescribing rheumatology drugs during pregnancy and…

What you choose to put in your body really affects how you feel and how healthy you are. Eating the right sort of foods in the right amount is one of the most important things you can do for your overall health. Eating unhealthily can lead to obesity, high blood pressure, high cholesterol or type 2 diabetes. These conditions can increase the risk of heart and circulatory problems. There are lots of resources available to support you to understand a healthy approach to food and how to get into good eating habits that will help look after your heart health.…

When you have diabetes, you’re more at risk of heart and circulatory disease. And poor circulation makes other diabetes complications worse-like problems with your eyes and feet. That’s why it’s even more important to take good care of your heart when you have diabetes. If you have high blood sugar levels for a period of time, even slightly high, your arteries can start to get damaged, and make them more likely to develop fatty deposits (atheroma). If atheroma builds up in your coronary arteries, this can lead to a heart attack. To help protect yourself, get your HbA1c, blood pressure…

Job Title: Consultant Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgeon (locum post since 2002) Orthopaedic Associate Specialist since 1991 - Hereford Qualifications M.B.Ch.B. 1972 - Iraq F.R.C.S. 1982 - Scotland Diploma in Biomedical Engineering 2000 - Scotland Outpatient Services Clinic Emergency and trauma clinic, Tuesday morning - Hereford County Hospital Spinal and general orthopaedic clinic, Tuesday afternoon - Hereford County Hospital Paediatric and general orthopaedic clinic 1, 3 and 5, Friday morning - Hereford County Hospital General orthopaedic clinic 2 and 4, Friday afternoon - Leominster Community Hospital  Inpatient and Day Case Operating Times Mr Majeed and his team operate all day Wednesday. Conditions…

Leominster Community Hospital - Visiting restrictions  information Patients who require a period of rehabilitation at a community hospital will need to have an assessment undertaken of the support they will need during their stay. This assessment will consider facility in Herefordshire can best meet their needs. There are two wards at Leominster Community hospital, Minster and Eaton. These are split into smaller rooms of single or five bedded bays, all single gender. Please remember, there are NO A&E facilities at Leominster Community Hospital. If you need treatment for a non-serious injury/health condition, contact NHS111, speak to your GP or visit your local pharmacy…

Labour can be categorised into the latent phase of labour and the active/established stage. The pain relief options will be slightly different for each stage. The Latent Phase This is the early phase of labour where your cervix will be softening and getting ready for established labour.  You may experience some period type discomfort and irregular tightening’s, the sensations you feel will most likely be in your lower abdomen and lower back as your cervix softens. For this stage of labour, there are lots of things you can do to help yourself feel more comfortable: Use a hot water bottle…

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Otoscopy – examination of the ears to identify any wax blockages, infection, etc. Tympanometry – a measurement that tests the condition of the middle part of the ear and mobility of the eardrum by making small pressures change inside the ear. Hearing assessment – see below for further information about the range of methods of hearing assessment for different ages. We will discuss any concerns you may have about your child’s hearing and any relevant medical history or family history of hearing loss. The results of the assessment will be discussed with you during the appointment You will receive a…

Being physically inactive is when you don’t move your body for long periods of time. High blood pressure, high cholesterol, type 2 diabetes and being overweight all increase the risk of heart and circulatory problems. Being physically active regularly helps reduce these conditions. Being active is anything that raises your heart rate, this can be activities like hanging the washing out, walking outdoors or sports. You should be able to hold a conversation while you are active. Regular activity doesn’t just protect your heart, it can help improve your general health and wellbeing. The amount of physical activity you can…

About the service Our health visiting teams work with families, early years, health colleagues and other agencies to support the health and wellbeing of pre-school children across Herefordshire. Health visitors are qualified nurses or midwives who have additional training in specialist community and public health nursing. They have specialist training in children's development and health promotion. The health visiting teams comprise health visitors, community staff nurses, and community nursery nurses. As a service, we are committed to supporting the training of students, so students may accompany us during visits. If you would prefer for a student not to be present,…