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Welcome to Ward 4 The ward is located on D floor and can be accessed by using the purple lifts. The ward telephone number is 0114 271 7524. Ward 4 is a general medical ward that cares for children with a range of different medical conditions up to 16 years of age. During your child’s…...

Breastfeeding is the most natural method of feeding a baby. However, many mothers do not find it easy at first. Learning to breastfeed your baby and understand their need for food, warmth, and comfort will grow with time and patience. How will I know when breastfeeding is going well? At the...

What is meningitis? Meningitis is the inflammation of the ‘meninges’. The meninges are a layer that surrounds the brain and spinal cord that protect them from infection and damage. In most cases, meningitis is caused by viruses and bacteria. Since vaccines were introduced against some...

What is wheeze? Wheeze is a whistling noise made in the chest, usually when breathing out. It happens when the airways (tubes carrying air to the lungs) become inflamed and narrowed, this is often due to a viral infection (cough or cold). Wheeze is extremely common in young children. One in three...