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A carpal boss is a bony lump which appears on the back of the hand at the junction between the wrist and the hand, known as the carpo-metacarpal joint. It is common and completely harmless.
A vital cancer support service for people living with the late effects of radiotherapy has been secured for the future across the South West.
This page gives you information about having a CT colonoscopy, how the test is done, the risks involved and what to expect. A CT colonoscopy is also known as a virtual colonoscopy.
A ‘HPV’ primary cervical screening test has been carried out today - this is not a test for cancer. The screening test will look for evidence of High Risk Human Papilloma Virus (HR HPV) that can cause cell changes (abnormal cells) on the cervix which can develop into cancer if left untreated.
Businesses, schools and community groups can join the pack to support an incredible wildlife sculpture trail coming to Gloucestershire!
Last month guests, friends and supporters gathered at The New Club Cheltenham for a celebratory dinner to launch the new partnership with Cheltenham and Gloucester Hospitals Charity.
Advice and guidance on visting our hospitals, including visiting times.
Volunteers help to improve and enhance the patient experience, complementing the work of employed staff across the hospital and making a positive difference.
This page was developed by hair care professionals to provide you with standard hair care advice.
This page gives you information about the procedure known as an Abdomino Perineal Excision of Rectum (APER). It explains what the procedure involves and also some of the common complications related to it.
This page tells you about some of the common problems patients have on being moved to a ward following a stay in Critical Care and also on leaving hospital. This page suggests simple ways to solve these problems and also tells you what to expect.
There are several advantages in going private at our hospitals.
No of days cycling: 3-daysDistance: 276.2 milesDifficulty Rating: Medium+Location: London - Dunkirk - Ouddorp - AmsterdamNon refundable registration Fee: £150
Take on this amazing four day challenge from London to Amsterdam with #TeamNHSGlos
This is a reference laboratory investigation – tests performed in Southmead Hospital (NBT) Microbiology Department. Antimicrobial Reference Laboratory. The information given here is intended for use by healthcare professionals. We recommend monitoring chloramphenicol levels in all patients who are being treated with chloramphenicol for suspected or confirmed bacterial meningitis There may be other circumstances when chloramphenicol levels may be useful – please discuss any other requests with the duty Consultant Microbiologist
Diabetes and pregnancy Read this page if you have been diagnosed with Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM). This page explains what GDM is, how it is treated and how it may affect your pregnancy.
Head and neck cancers can affect areas such as the mouth, throat, voice box, nose, and salivary glands.
Gloucestershire Hospitals' children’s diabetes team is transforming the way it delivers care after adopting a nationally recognised approach to reducing health inequalities, helping to ensure services are more inclusive and accessible for every family.
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.