Some exciting developments at our Wrightington Hospital site over the weekend🏗️🌤️

All modules for our new Theatre 11 were successfully installed into place as work continues on the expansion.

There are lots of health services available, should you need advice or treatment.

Please think NHS 111 first and only attend our Emergency Department if your medical need is life-threatening.

The early signs of a heart attack can vary – the most common symptoms includes squeezing across the chest and a feeling of unease.

It’s never too early to call 999 and describe your symptoms.

#HelpUsHelpYou

⚠️Important information for patients attending the Thomas Linacre Centre today.

We can confirm that we're currently experiencing a loss of power at the site. This is being investigated & the Trust's Senior Management team are on site to support.

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Excited to be relaunching the ⁦WWL NHS⁩ Dementia Cafe at Jean Heyes Unit at Leigh Infirmary ⁦Kevin Parker-Evans (He/Him)⁩ ⁦Lynn Atherton⁩ ⁦Kim Whiteside⁩ ⁦Mary Fleming⁩ ⁦Melanie Cornish⁩ ⁦Tracy Kirkham⁩

We love hearing your feedback 🫶 The WWLPatientExperience Team is always receiving wonderful comments about our colleagues at WWL.

✨If you would like to say well done following your experience at WWL, email them: [email protected] 📲

Your next poo could save your life. Detecting bowel cancer at the earliest stage makes you up to nine times more likely to survive.

If you’re sent a bowel cancer screening kit, put it by the loo. Don’t put it off.

➡️ nhs.uk/bowel-screening

#BowelCancerAwarenessMonth

Get to know where to go ⚠️

If you are unsure of what service to use for your medical concerns, contact NHS 111 for advice on the most appropriate service for you.

🚨 Our Emergency Department (ED) is really busy and may not be the most appropriate place for your care. If you attend you could experience a long wait.

👉 Find the right treatment you need by visiting 111.nhs.uk.

Struggling with feelings of depression, excessive worry, social anxiety, post-traumatic stress or obsessions and compulsions? NHS Talking Therapies can help.

The service is effective, confidential and free.

Your GP can refer you or refer yourself at nhs.uk/talk

Get to know where to go⚠️

Use NHS 111 for advice and to identify the most appropriate service for your needs.

Call 111 or go online to 111.nhs.uk 📞💻

If you need medical help, but you’re not sure what service is right for you, visit ➡️ 111.nhs.uk

111 online is easy to use and provides quick medical advice.

We’re heading into #hayfever season but don’t let #allergies get in your way of enjoying springtime
Most allergies can usually be treated with antihistamine medication, available at pharmacies.
Talk to a pharmacist for advice: nhs.uk/service-search…

We are always so thankful for Project Linus UK support and continued donations for our patients 🫶

April is #AdenomyosisAwarenessMonth .

Adenomyosis is a condition where the lining of the womb starts growing into the muscle wall of the womb.

Find out more about symptoms and treatment options. nhs.uk/conditions/ade…

We are out and about today raising awareness for #WorldParkinsonsDay 💙 Say hello to our teams if you spot them around Wigan Infirmary 👋