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BMA Resident Doctors’ Industrial action – 7 April to 13 April and temporary changes to Cheltenham A&E
We are holding a Quality Summit on 31 July 2025 at Sandford Education Centre, Cheltenham General Hospital to explore a number of issues identified through investigating hospital acquired pressure ulcers (HAPUs).
This page gives you information about collecting a sample for a cytology urine test.
Chemical pathology
Beta-human chorionic gonadotrophin (BHCG) levels are used in the management of patients with suspected ectopic pregnancy or pregnancy of unknown location (PUL).
British Society of Gastroenterology Guide to the Management of Iron Deficiency Anaemia
You have been advised to have a gastroscopy and colonoscopy (also known as an endoscopy) to help investigate the cause of your symptoms. It is important that you read this information before your appointment so that you understand what will happen during these procedures and the preparation needed.
This page gives you information about Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA), a minimally invasive (keyhole) treatment for varicose veins. It also answers some of the commonly ask questions RFA.
The TFCC refers to a number of structures, including ligaments and cartilage, which connect the two forearm bones and the wrist joint.
The information on this page answers some of the commonly asked questions about Carbapenemase-Producing Enterobacterales (CPE). This includes why and how patients are screened and information for patients who test positive.
Infected Blood Inquiry report
We are pleased to share an important update on the progress of the new Gloucestershire Cancer Centre at Cheltenham General Hospital, as we move into the next key stage of development.
by Vivien Mortimore, Michelle Richardson & Sally Unwin
by Lowri Bowen
Suspected measles, mumps and rubella cases can be confirmed using an oral fluid test kit
A minimum of 1 mL CSF taken into a 30 mL Universal (tap #4 preferred) (approximately 25 drops from the Luer connector on the needle)
by Rebecca Brennan
Vaginal bleeding in early pregnancy (less than 16 weeks) is common. It is not always a sign of a problem and may settle on its own. We understand this is an anxious time and hope that the information on this page will help to reassure you.
Join #TeamNHSGlos for a brand new event in Gloucester City Centre!
Join #TeamNHSGlos on Sunday 22nd March 2026 at the Gloucester Running Festival
