The lungs are the parts of the body that we use to breathe. Lung cancer is the third most common cancer in the UK. About 46,400 people are diagnosed with it each year.
Cancer that begins in the…
This section contains specific information for patients, families and carers about colorectal (bowel) cancer.
Colorectal cancer, also referred to as bowel cancer, is the fourth most common…
The end of treatmentsummary is a document produced by the Doctor or Clinical Nurse Specialist at the end of initial treatment for cancer, it is shared with the patient and their GP.
The patient…
Screening uses tests to find cancer at an early stage, when it can be treated most effectively. It also helps to find and treat changes that are likely to develop into cancer.
It is important to…
What is Genomics?
Genomics is the study of the genes in our DNA, their functions and their influence on the growth, development and working of the body.
Genetic testing – sometimes called genomic…
Hospital radio is a free service for patients at both hospitals.
Radio Calderdale runs seven-days-a-week, with a 24 hour service. Broadcasting includes many music programmes as well as home…
The Calderdale Bladder & Bowel Service is a confidential specialist nurse led team that cares for both adults and children in Calderdale with bladder and bowel problems. Our aim is to provide…
The literal translation of orthopaedics is “straight child” (from ortho – straight, and paed – child). The speciality of orthopaedics is concerned with musculoskeletal disorders, i.e. bones, joints…
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