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This page provides answers to some questions that you may have about the Neonatal and Maternal Mortality (Perinatal) Reviews published in September 2025
This information has been written to answer some of the questions you may have about skin care during your radiotherapy treatment. We hope you will find this helpful. If you have any questions please talk to your treatment team.
HbA1c can be used as a diagnostic test for diabetes
Everything you need to know about our on-site pharmacies.
By partnering with us you can help make hospital life better for everyone you know and love
This page gives you hints and tips to help improve your bowel function and control. Also included is information about bowel routine, skin care and dietary advice.
by Will Mason
Catheter urine samples are only routinely processed in the following circumstances:
Losing a baby at any stage of pregnancy is a devastating experience which can leave you feeling bewildered and alone. Many people find it helpful to have special ways to remember their baby. This page tells you about some of the ways Gloucestershire Hospitals can support your memory-making.
Healthcare Science Week is celebrated from 8 -17 March 2024, which is an an opportunity to promote the amazing work of healthcare scientists and highlight the difference they make to patients’ lives
by Jim Moriarty
The ‘End PJ paralysis’ campaign aims to help patients to become active in their recovery, keep their independence and help improve mental wellbeing and dignity.
You have been given this page as you or someone you care for has had a Barium Swallow. A Barium Swallow is an examination of the food pipe (oesophagus) and stomach. The complete removal of barium from your digestive system usually takes between 24 hours and 72 hours. This page tells you what to expect after having this procedure and suggests ways to help.
This page gives you information about Rigid Gas Permeable (RGP) contact lenses, how to insert the lenses and the care and cleaning needed.
Back slabs are commonly used as a first-line treatment when the fracture is swelling or following a surgical procedure.
by Margaret Collins
Samples must NOT be taken via lines.
This Five-X-More sculpture was carved by the Gloucester-based artist Deborah Harrison
