We will aim to ring you within a week of discharge to check how you are doing.
Complications do not happen often but it is very important to know what to look out for:
It is not unusual to
How do virtual wards work?
If you are admitted to one of our virtual wards you will receive your care from a dedicated team of clinicians, nurses, therapists and social care professionals. This
Useful Links
Below are links to external websites that you may find useful
Vitaminds - Calderdale
The British Pain Society
Pain concern
Campaign against living miserably (CALM)
Andys Man
How do I improve my diet?
Many people struggle with having a balanced diet. This might be due to life or work pressure, existing medical conditions, or habits.
Being over or underweight may impair
Calder and Ryburn Valleys
Katherine Pygott
Elected July 2024
Katherine has lived near Ripponden for over 30 years, experiencing the many ways in which the NHS has responded positively to
You will be ready to go home when:
You can safely walk the distance required and complete the stairs if needed. This may be with additional walking aids as appropriate while you fully recover
Cancer and cancer treatment can affect many areas of sexual well-being. Your thoughts and feelings have a powerful effect on your sexual well-being. Being diagnosed with cancer can cause
It is very easy. Click on the link below and very importantly tell your family and relatives about your wishes and that you have signed up to the register. Remember, every year thousands of lives
Mobile Phones
Mobile phones can be used on public corridors, but they must be switched off in clinical areas as they can interfere with medical equipment. Mobile phones are considered “in use”
Meet the team
Consultant (Huddersfield): Dr Lynne Terrett Consultant (Calderdale): Dr Steph How Yaw Lead Paediatric Diabetes Specialist Nurse (PDSN): Sarah Schorah (07766 905623) PDSN: Georgia
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