Providing expert assessment, advice & evidence-based treatment to support people in Wales who are at risk/diagnosed with Lymphoedema to manage their condition.

Wales
Joined July 2015
Got a question for our Lymphoedema Experts? As winter approaches, we'd love to hear your questions about:🦠 Cellulitis 🧦 Compression garments 🚶 Exercise & movement 🧴 Skincare 💙 Managing lymphoedema Send your questions to LymphoedemaNetworkWales @wales.nhs.uk or comment below
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We're thrilled to have won the Award for Excellence in Cancer Care at the #AHACymru2026 awards! Our pioneering NHS-funded LVA pathway has helped 210+ people with cancer-related lymphoedema, improving quality of life through innovation and collaboration. #lwcn
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As we mark #BlackHistoryMonth, we’re highlighting the importance of culturally competent care and the role it plays in improving experiences and outcomes for everyone living with lymphoedema. 1/2 #thread #lwcn
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Our latest service evaluation explores the barriers and enablers to delivering culturally competent lymphoedema care across the UK. Let's continue the conversation about equity, inclusion, and ensuring healthcare works for all. 2/2 #lwcn
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Question of the Week - Episode 49 Remember that you can always send your questions for our experts to answer. Drop them in the comments or send a DM. Enjoy your weekend. #QuestionoftheWeek #CompressionGarment #Stockings #LymphoedemaCare #lwcn
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📸 A look back at #BLS2026 Last week, our colleagues joined fellow professionals at the @BritishLymph conference to learn, connect, and share best practice. Great memories and valuable insights to take forward. Here are a few snapshots from the week. #lwcn #tbt
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🚐 Need help getting to your appointment? We've put together a list of community transport services across Wales to help patients get to healthcare appointments. 🔗 lwcn.nhs.wales/patient-infor… for more information. #lwcn
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#TestimonialTuesday: From initial scepticism to finding the right support, Kerry and Emily shared their lymphoedema journey with us. Emily highlights the importance of support from parents and teachers, while Kerry encourages parents to always be there for their children. #lwcn
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If you need urgent help for your mental health, you can call NHS 111 and select the mental health option. ➡️ nhs.uk/nhs-services/mental-h…
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#WorldMentalHealthDay Living with lymphoedema can be challenging, and today we're resharing advice from our Lead Psychologist as a reminder to be kind to yourself. Leave a kind message below for someone who may be having a difficult day. Your words could make all the difference.
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Question of the Week - Ep. 48 Does having lymphoedema make you more prone to cellulitis? This week, one of our NHS Wales Cellulitis Service Leads, Linda, answers this frequently asked question. Got a question for our experts? Drop it below or send us a DM. #lwcn
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📢 Do you have swelling in both legs and are aged 18+? You may be eligible to take part in a new research study led by the National Lymphoedema Team and @SwanseabayNHS More information in the flyer below. Participation is voluntary. Please help share widely. #ResearchStudy #lwcn
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When you stop smoking you’ll almost immediately begin to experience the health benefits. Join the thousands of people in #Stoptober making the best decision for their health. Quit smoking today – it's never too late. ➡️ nhs.uk/better-health/quit-sm…
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Meet our wonderful Lymphoedema team in @CwmTafMorgannwg University Health Board. Get to know the friendly faces behind the service and the people dedicated to supporting patients every step of their lymphoedema journey. #MeetTheTeam #LymphoedemaWales #NHSWales #lwcn
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Question of the Week -Ep. 47 After last week's video, many of you asked: "What is PIFU?" We're resharing this helpful explainer from one of our experts from the @CV_UHB team on how Patient Initiated Follow-Up supports more personalised and holistic care. #lwcn
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If you do one thing this #BreastCancerAwareness month, make it learning about what you should look out for when checking your breasts regularly. Get used to checking regularly and be aware of anything that’s new or different for you. ➡️ nhs.uk/conditions/breast-can…
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Black History Month starts today – but it should be celebrated and taught every day. #BHWales365 is a year-long programme of artistic, cultural, and educational events celebrating our shared history. Discover events and more here 👇 blackhistorywales.org.uk
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Happy New Month! The countdown to #BLS2026 is on, and we're proud to have our experts presenting on: ✅ Compression garments ✅ Heart failure & lymphoedema ✅ Lymphoedema prevalence in Wales, etc. Looking forward to sharing, learning and collaborating! #lwcn
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Winter is on its way! One of our NHS Wales Cellulitis Service Leads, Linda Jenkins, shares a few simple but important tips to help manage lymphoedema during the colder months. 🎥 Watch now and stay well this winter. #Lymphoedema #WinterWellbeing #Cellulitis #lwcn
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We're sharing our top 5 insights, including: ✅ New referrals ✅ PIFU activity ✅ Home visits ✅ Service highlights 2/3 #lwcn
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Thank you to everyone who attended their appointments. Can't make it? Please let us know so we can offer your slot to another patient while arranging a new date for you. 3/3 #Lymphoedema #PIFU #PatientCare #lwcn
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