Industrial action 27 June to 2 July 2024 - unless we contact you, please attend any appointments as planned.
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Patient Information Leaflets
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Falls Clinic
An outpatient clinic providing a high standard of care for patients age 65 and over who have fallen or have a fear of falling
Falls prevention in hospital
Advice on reducing your risk of a fall while in hospital
Falsetto laryngeal (voice box) lift pharyngeal strengthening exercise
For patients who are experiencing swallowing difficulties and have been advised to complete the falsetto / laryngeal (voice box) lift exercise
Family bays trial - Charter
One supportive partner is now welcome to stay outside of visiting hours, and overnight, in our Family Bays. To maintain a safe and respectful environment everyone must follow the guidelines set out in this document. We will explain what is expected of you and what to expect while staying with us.
Family bays trial - Partners information
The role of a birthing partner continues on the postnatal wards. We are running a trial, welcoming one supportive partner to stay with you, outside of visiting hours and overnight in our new Family Bays. This leaflet will explain what they are, how you can use them and what guidelines are in place for everyone’s safety and comfort.
Fast Track Patient Pathway
Explains each step of your journey as a ‘fast track’ patient of the Macular Service – from initial referral to treatment
Fatigue after stroke
Explains what post-stroke fatigue is and how to manage it
Fatigue management
Gives information and advice on how to manage fatigue in order to take part in everyday activities following a diagnosis of cancer
Fatigue management following a stay on the Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
Outlines some strategies to help you manage fatigue and aid your recovery
Febrile convulsions in children
Information for parents / carers of children fitting due to a raised temperature - explains what a febrile convulsion is, how it is treated and any likely after effects
Feed Me Up Jul23
Safety information for patients with nasogastric (NG) feeding tubes and their relatives, friends and carers
Feeding and tongue tie
Information on the condition called ankyloglossia or tongue tie which affects some babies and leads to latching problems when breast feeding.
Feeding for comfort
Information about swallowing difficulties and feeding for comfort
Feeding your premature baby with post-discharge formula
This leaflet is for the parents and carers of babies born weighing less than 2kg and gives advice on feeding / supplements once your baby goes home.
Female Genital Mutilation (FGM)
This leaflet is designed for women that have undergone female genital mutilation (FGM) and provides information and support on what to expect during pregnancy to ensure the safety of you and your baby.
Female Isotretinoin pack checklist
Medication checklist for female patients on Isotretinoin for acne.
Female sterilisation information
This link takes you to the NHS.UK website for further information if you are considering a permanent method of family planning/birth control.
Femoral endarterectomy
Explains an operation to surgically remove the narrowing or blockage within an artery
Femoral popliteal bypass surgery
Explains an operation to bypass a blocked portion of an artery in the leg using a piece of another blood vessel.
Femoral to femoral crossover surgery
Advice about an operation to bypass the blocked arteries in your pelvis that supply your leg, so that the blood supply is improved