Hull Royal Infirmary epilepsy nurses see their work go nationwide
The leaflets are intended to support young people as they make the move from child-focused, paediatric care to adult neurology or epilepsy services.Ms Lead said studies showed the move from children's services to adult services could be very challenging for young people with a long-term health condition."It's common to see a big dip in their overall health and for young people and their families to feel like they've been abandoned, but providing a structured transition programme is widely acknowledged to help avoid some of these issues," she said."To have our content form the basis of nationwide resources for families and young people, we jumped at the chance."It was a real compliment, and it's great to know that the work we have done here in Hull, influenced by the many children, families and young people that we care for, is now helping to inform and support thousands of other families across the country who are living with epilepsy."
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