An IUD (intrauterine device) is a small contraceptive device that is inserted into the uterus by a doctor or nurse. IUDs have the following benefits: • They are more than…
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Rapid Antigen Tests
From Monday 21 February, all patients are advised to undertake a Rapid Antigen Test (RAT) prior to being admitted to Frances Perry House. Patients are asked to: Take a self-test…
Screening on admission
Frances Perry House has announced the following patient admission screening guidelines.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ➡️ Elective and emergency gynaecological surgery and Caesarean section patients⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ • Pre-operative screening – all elective and emergency…
Frances Perry House guidelines
Frances Perry House has announced new patient guidelines, which are now effective. 1. Patients are no longer required to have pre-operative COVID-19 testing prior to Caesarean Sections or gynaecological procedures.…
COVID in pregnancy
With rising case numbers, it is inevitable that more of our patients will be diagnosed with COVID-19. Here’s what to do if you’re pregnant and develop symptoms of COVID-19. 1.…
Newborn hearing test
This cutie is Dr Pip’s little Lachie getting a hearing test. In the first few days after birth, your newborn baby will be offered an ‘Automated Auditory Brainstem Response’ (AABR)…