AS I begin to see my 14-year-old daughter slowly returning to health after many months of illness and anxiety, I thank the team of health care workers at York Hospital - doctors, nurses, health care assistants, radiographers, to name a few - who have worked so hard to care for her.

I have been overwhelmed by the standard of care offered to her since her original visit to the hospital.

The attention she has received has been consistently excellent.

All staff involved in her care have, without exception, been wonderful.

But, most importantly, they have offered her understanding and sensitivity during what has been a very difficult time for a girl of her age.

We hope, that with their continued support, we can now concentrate on getting her back to full strength.

Yvonne Reay,

Burnby Lane,

Pocklington, York.

Updated: 10:06 Wednesday, April 28, 2004