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 Carol, our Wellbeing Coordinator

A day in the life of Carol, our Wellbeing Coordinator

In her role, Carol offers complimentary therapies and a warm welcome to everyone coming in. We caught up with Carol to find out more about what her days look like – as well as a quickfire questions including why she loves working at Teesside Hospice.

Lauren’s Fundraising Story

Lauren’s Fundraising Story

Earlier this year, Lauren’s mam passed away on the Inpatient Unit at our hospice. In honour of her mam, Lauren has raised an amazing £3,000+ to support the care we provide to so many families across Teesside like hers.

Teesside Hospice awarded ‘Outstanding’ in recent Care Quality Commission inspection

Teesside Hospice awarded ‘Outstanding’ in recent Care Quality Commission inspection

We are delighted to share that Teesside Hospice has been awarded an ‘Outstanding’ rating following a rigorous inspection by the Care Quality Commission (CQC)!