An update from Rachel King, Breast Care Nurse at Worcestershire Breast Unit It is business as usual at the Breast Unit with regards to the symptomatic 2 week wait. We do have reduced numbers but are running 4 symptomatic clinics…
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Join Team WBUH for the 2.6 Challenge
On Sunday 26th April – in place of the London Marathon – join The 2.6 Challenge to help save UK charities. For charities across the UK, the Covid-19 pandemic has meant the cancellation of thousands of events and huge losses…
Virtual Last Friday Support Group
Like everyone, we are adapting in order to overcome hurdles! In order to continue to run our monthly Last Friday Support Group during lockdown, we will host it virtually on Zoom. Our first virtual session will take place on Friday 24th April, 10am-12pm. Why…
Available Wig & Headwear supplies during Covid-19 Restrictions Period
Please find below a list of local suppliers who may be able to help with available wig and headwear supplies during Covid-19. TRENDCO, BIRMINGHAM Offering a flexible wig service to NHS patients and happy to consult with patients via WhatsApp,…
Live Q&A with a Breast Care Nurse & Surgeon from the Breast Unit
In these uncertain times, the answer to a niggling question, or some specific advice can make all the difference. Join us on Thursday 9th April 11am – 12pm when we will be hosting a live Zoom Q&A with a Breast Care…
Breast Screening Service at Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust Paused during Covid-19
An important update to the Breast Screening Service at Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust – Due to the current Covid-19 risk, Breast Screening has regrettably been paused. If you have a booked appointment or are expecting an appointment, please be…
Association of Breast Surgery advice for patients during the Covid-19 outbreak
For those who may be worried about symptoms or waiting surgery, Steven Thrush, one of our Breast Consultant Surgeons here at the Breast Unit has passed on the below information which may be of use: https://associationofbreastsurgery.org.uk/media/252015/abs-advice-for-patients-during-the-covid19-outbreak.pdf If you would like…
Breast Cancer Haven Self-help and Online sessions
We are committed to continue to give you the support you need during this time. We work closely with Breast Cancer Haven who have adapted their programme and continue to provide care over the phone or virtually to anyone who…
University of Worcester ‘Live Life Well’ April Programme Cancelled
Due to the developing situation around Covid-19, the ‘Live Life Well’ Programme due to start on 29th April, which the charity funds at the University of Worcester has been cancelled. We hope to be able to run the second programme…
Charity Office Update – Covid-19
In light of the recent government advice about preventing the spread of coronavirus, the Worcestershire Breast Unit Haven charity office has closed for a period of time. Our team (Lexi, Jacquie, Elaine and Caroline) will be working from home and…