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Free NHS flu vaccination clinics available across Devon

It’s not too late to have your free NHS flu vaccination to protect yourself and your loved ones this winter.

Due to the current increase in the rates of flu and other respiratory infections, extra drop-in clinics are running for those eligible to get their free NHS...

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Specialist hospital leads nationwide survey of prosthetic eyes

The Queen Victoria Hospital in Sussex is leading a new national study looking into comfort and outcomes for people using an artificial eye.

It’s an exciting opportunity for the hospital which is a specialist centre for reconstructive surgery, oculoplastics and prosthetic rehabilitation. And it’s partnered with hospitals across the UK including the Plymouth Hospitals NHS Trust to enable...

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5 Gifts to Get Your Sporty Partner this Christmas

Though the bombardment of Christmas decorations in storefronts and in advertising has become too brazen in recent years, starting in October or even earlier, that doesn’t mean you should avoid all thought of Christmas entirely. In fact, having your Christmas shopping done before December even begins is a great way to avoid stress, save money, and pick out the perfect gift for everyone on your...

Thinking of trying to start a family? Fertility experts to open their doors and offer advice

Following a successful event in the summer, fertility specialists from the South West Centre for Reproductive Medicine (SWCRM), based in Derriford Hospital, will again host an open evening, aimed at those who are thinking of starting a family but who have concerns or worries about their fertility.

As well as providing advice and guidance on a range of options, including lifestyle...

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Cancer group promotes support for Derriford patients

A new group, with the aim of supporting patients and their families who have bowel cancer, visited the Trust to help raise awareness of the disease.

Last week the Plymouth & District Bowel Cancer Support Group, formed by Keith Anderson and Wendy Wilson, had an information stand at the hospital main entrance and, along with Trust staff, showcased how they offer support to patients...

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Donation will improve the lives of women affected by urinary incontinence

League of Friends donation Treatment for urinary incontinence, offered to women by our Urogynaecology Department, will be changing significantly, thanks to a generous donation by the Derriford Hospital League of Friends.

The League of Friends has very kindly donated more than £29,000 to enable the department to purchase a flexible cystoscope kit, which will allow them to provide...

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Generous donation by Friends will significantly improve the lives of women affected by urinary incontinence

Flu and whooping cough vaccinations available to pregnant women attending Derriford Hospital

Expectant ladies, who attend Derriford Hospital, are now going to be able to get their flu vaccination and the whooping cough vaccination at the same time.

If you are pregnant and up at the hospital for any reason, just come along, with your notes, to the Antenatal Clinic on level 6, Maternity, check in with the antenatal reception and you will be seen and given the vaccinations. They...

Know Your Normal – How Well Do We Know Our Bodies?

New research by Balance Activ reveals the need for better understanding of our bodies and works with TV’s Dr Sarah Jarvis to spread the word on what’s normal and what’s not.

Everyone remembers sitting through biology lessons at school learning about the human body, but most of us don’t learn much more about our bodies after that, unless something goes wrong. Our bodies are complex...

44% of Brits over 35 experience eye strain at least once a week

Extended use of digital devices such as smartphones and electronic reading devices means eye strain is more prevalent than ever in UK adults.

New research released today has found that 44% of UK adults over 35 experience eye strain at least once a week but over half (52%) do nothing to alleviate the effects.

In addition, the research by Magnivision, which has been released...

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Devon

The Benefits of Visiting a Hotel Spa

If you lead a busy life in which you juggle family and work, you are not alone. Daily life can be very stressful. A great way to relax and get rid of stress is by visiting a hotel spa. Staying at a hotel spa is a wonderful way to get away from it all and there are even some health benefits they can provide. Today, we are going to learn some benefits of visiting a hotel spa.

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New grandmother plans to quit smoking after 40 years this Stoptober for her grandson

Stoptober is back this year and among those in Plymouth vowing to quit smoking is a new grandmother who wants to be able to spend more time with her grandson who was born prematurely.

Stoptober is the 28 day stop smoking campaign led by Public Health England and backed by Plymouth City Council, which nationally has driven over 1 million quit attempts. It is based on research that shows...

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