Progressive neurology

We provide a specialist service to both Inpatients and Outpatients with communication and swallowing (Dysphagia) difficulties as a result of a progressive neurological disease, such as, Multiple Sclerosis, Motor Neurone Disease, Parkinson's Disease, etc.

We liaise with other health professionals, such as, Consultant Neurologists, Specialist Neurology Nurses, Dietitians, and Physiotherapists within the York and Selby Districts.

We provide assessment, treatment, support, advice and information for patients and their families and carers.

We provide treatment on an individual basis and /or within a group environment, such as our regular Communication Groups. We also provide specialist Lee Silverman Voice Therapy as rehabilitative speech therapy for people with Parkinson's Disease. For more information see www.lsvtglobal.com

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Update for visitors

Visiting restrictions are in place at our hospitals to stop the spread of norovirus. These restrictions will be in place until further notice.

The following wards are closed to visitors:

All wards at York Hospital

Coronary Care and Ash Ward at Scarborough Hospital

There are four exceptions only to the restrictions. These are:

For patients who are receiving end of life care

Paediatric patients (babies and children)

Maternity care

The family carers of those with dementia

We understand these restrictions can be difficult when a loved one is unwell. The restrictions will be reviewed daily and lifted as soon as it is safe. Thank you for your understanding as we try to reduce the spread of norovirus in our hospitals.