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Information for Oncology and Haematology patients This page explains what an extravasation is and how to care for your skin should this happen.

Vitamin D, Vitamin, cholecalciferol, ergocalciferol, 25OHD, 25(OH)D

On Sunday 8th May our sixth 'Walk for Wards' event will be taking place at the beautiful Bathurst Estate at Cirencester Park.

This page gives you information about Diphencyprone (DCP) treatment for alopecia areata and answers some of the commonly asked questions.

Today you have had treatment known as Loop Diathermy (LLETZ) to remove an abnormality on your cervix (neck of the womb); this is called Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasia (CIN). This page gives you information about what to expect after the treatment and in the future.

Where to turn if you’re struggling with becoming a parent

A Stroud family received a special surprise this year when their healthy baby boy was born on Christmas Day at Stroud Maternity Unit.

This page gives you information about having lithotripsy treatment for kidney stones.

The information on this page is to prepare you for when your plaster has been removed. Although you will be keen to resume normal activities there may be a few adjustments that you will need to make.

Carboxyhaemoglobin levels (COHb) are indicated when there is a clinical suspicion of carbon monoxide poisoning.

A vital cancer support service for people living with the late effects of radiotherapy has been secured for the future across the South West.

The Quantitative Faecal Immunochemical Test (qFIT) is used to detect occult blood in faeces. qFIT is available as part of a pilot scheme to replace the Guaiac Faecal Occult Blood test (gFOBt), which has not been available in Gloucestershire primary care for several years. The qFIT has many advantages over the gFOBt, for example, qFIT is specific to human haemoglobin so is less influenced by diet and medication than gFOBt.

When collecting and transporting samples which may play a part in a medico-legal case, it is usually necessary to observe a “chain of evidence” procedure. Please contact the laboratory in advance of sending any specimens so that we can ensure that the correct procedures are understood and followed.

Cheltenham General Hospital (CGH) is set to benefit from a £10.2m investment to build a new orthopaedic theatre and birthing unit.

An ultrasound scan is a test that uses high frequency sound waves to build a picture of your baby in the womb. Ultrasound scans are very safe and can be carried out at any stage of pregnancy.

This page includes important information for you to read before your admission

February is LGBTQ+ history month, where diversity and inclusion is vital for performance, wellbeing, and making a meaningful difference to all colleagues.

Your doctor has advised you to have your blood pressure monitored over 24 hours. This page gives you information about what the test will involve.

You have been referred to the Nuclear Medicine Department for radium-223 therapy. This is a type of intravenous radiotherapy treatment for prostate cancer that has spread to your bones. Radium-223 is an effective treatment for the relief of bone pain. Studies have shown that there might also be an increase in life expectancy. The information on this page describes the treatment, possible side-effects and the radiation protection advice that you will need to follow throughout the course of your treatment. If you have any questions, please contact the Nuclear Medicine Department. The contact details are at the end of this page.

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has invested in new technology to improve both the safety of midwives and the environment.