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GP collective action update – December 2024

We know that some GPs have started making changes to the way they work as part of collective action. Please be assured that GP services remain open, but you may see some changes.

20 December 2024
GP collective action update – December 2024

Join the six in 10 people using the NHS App to manage their health

Local people are being encouraged to join 500,000 other people in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire using the NHS App to manage their health from their smartphone or tablet.

18 December 2024
Join the six in 10 people using the NHS App to manage their health

Don’t leave repeat prescriptions off your Christmas list

Local people who take regular medications are being urged to check and order their repeat prescriptions well in advance of the Christmas holidays, making sure they have enough to last them over the festive break.

02 December 2024
Don’t leave repeat prescriptions off your Christmas list

Prescription scheme offers extra support for young care leavers

Young people leaving care in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire can get free prescriptions thanks to a new scheme launched by the local NHS Integrated Care Board (ICB) working with local councils.

28 October 2024
Prescription scheme offers extra support for young care leavers

Introducing the Maternity and Neonatal Voices Partnership

Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board (ICB) has welcomed the progress of developing its Maternity and Neonatal Voices Partnership (MNVP).

02 October 2024
Introducing the Maternity and Neonatal Voices Partnership

Increased pressures in local health and care services

Local Emergency Departments are extremely busy and we are taking urgent steps to restore capacity in our hospitals and ensure that patients continue to receive safe and effective care.

01 October 2024
Increased pressures in local health and care services

Support your friends and family with newborn babies this ICON Week 2024

Friends and relatives of people who care for young babies in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire are being called upon to support parents and carers when their babies are crying.

19 September 2024
Support your friends and family with newborn babies this ICON Week 2024

Update on non-emergency patient transport provision

Non-emergency patient transport services continue to be provided to local people in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire, following SVL Healthcare Services ceasing provision from Wednesday 28 August.

30 August 2024
Update on non-emergency patient transport provision