Physical Activity
There is good evidence that physical activity can help reduce the symptoms of fatigue. Being active can help boost your appetite, give you more energy and improve sleep.
If you
Investigations
Most individuals will have at least one medical test below are some of the diagnostic tests you may require.
Blood Tests
Some of our bloods tests can take a few days and in some
Radiotherapy
Radiotherapy is the use of carefully controlled (high energy) X-rays, to treat cancer.
It can be given as a single session or as multiple sessions depending on the type of cancer you
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Chemotherapy Helpline
24-hour helpline for patients who
What our patients say about taking part in research at our hospital
Results from our Patient Research Experience Survey
Between April 2024 and March 2025 we asked 160 of our research patients for
Reconfiguration and Digital
In December 2018 DHSC announced £196.5m for reconfiguration for the trust. The Service Model for both sites will be reconfigured the some of the key aims:
Activity in pregnancy
Keeping active during pregnancy has health benefits for you and baby. It could reduce your risk of operative birth and improve your birth experience. Find out what is safe and
Blood Tests
Certain medications can affect the way your body functions. When you start on treatment your Nurse Specialist will advise you of this and the rationale for the regular blood
What to expect when you are first referred
Your GP will refer you to the Rheumatology Department if they feel you have any of the conditions that require our care. Prior to being reviewed in
Bone Densitometry (or DEXA) is a low dose scan which is used to diagnose osteoporosis or osteopenia. Osteoporosis is a condition of the bones which weakens the internal structure of the bone making
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