It’s Lymphoedema Awareness Week!

 

Lymphoedema (pronounced Lim-fo-dee-ma) is a chronic inflammatory condition caused by a failure of the lymphatic system, and it can affect people of all ages.

At Teesside Hospice, our skilled healthcare professionals are dedicated to empowering you with the knowledge and tools to manage your condition. We’re here to support you in living life your way!

When you visit our Lymphoedema Clinic, you can expect:

  • Pre-assessment group
  • Initial assessment
  • Patient education group
  • Clinic reviews
  • A friendly, welcoming team ready to meet your needs

If you’d like to learn more about our Lymphoedema services, visit our Lymphoedema Clinic Page.

Other News

A Day in the Life of our Cafe Volunteers

A Day in the Life of our Cafe Volunteers

As part of Volunteers Week, we caught up with a team of our café volunteers to find out what a day of volunteering in the café entails, and why they chose to support Teesside Hospice.

Alice's Story

Alice's Story

Alice came to Teesside Hospice when she needed some additional care - and our kind, compassionate team were more than happy to offer this to her. Read more about her experience staying on our In-Patient Unit.

Donna's Story - Bereavement Counselling

Donna's Story - Bereavement Counselling

Donna, who received support from our Bereavement Counselling Service, shares her experience and thanks.