A local care home initiative, the first of its kind in the UK, has been nominated for a national Health Service Journal (HSJ) Award for its support for care home residents in Weston-super-Mare.
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Diagnostics boost coming to Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Thousands more scans and investigations are to be offered to NHS patients in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire, under a groundbreaking agreement for increased diagnostic capacity to speed up treatment, reduce waiting lists and provide care closer to home.
School’s out, but healthcare options are still in
As the school year draws to close, local health leaders are reminding people to think about their health needs as summer holidays begin.
Strikes Will Cause Major Disruption Over the Next Week, says Top NHS Doctor
Major disruption caused by industrial action over the next fortnight will have a serious impact on the NHS, with services expected to face the most challenging period yet, England’s top doctor has warned today.
Street art celebrates NHS 75th birthday
NHS organisations in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire have teamed up with a local Bristol street artist to create an inspiring new mural celebrating the 75th birthday of the health service.
NHS heroes invited to NHS 75 national celebrations
Local NHS staff and volunteers, representing a range of NHS roles, will be joining the national celebrations at Westminster Abbey and 10 Downing Street to commemorate the NHS turning 75 this week (Wednesday 5 July).
Statement re BUPA Dental Practice St Pauls
We know that access to NHS dentistry in our local area is challenging and we are working hard to try and improve the situation for residents.
How you make a complaint about primary care services is changing on 1 July 2023
From 1 July 2023 the way members of the public make a complaint about primary care services to the commissioner is changing.
Call for residents in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire to attend cervical screening test
Doctors are calling for women and people with a cervix across Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire to attend a potentially life-saving cervical screening test.
Mental health service recognised in regional NHS Parliamentary Awards
NHS organisations in the area have received a regional Excellence in Mental Health Care Award, as part of the 2023 NHS Parliamentary Awards.
Stay safe and cool during the hot weather
The Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board (BNSSG ICB) is advising people to stay safe and cool as hot weather continues throughout the week.
Bristol hosts New Zealand health leaders
Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board (BNSSG ICB) recently welcomed 16 health leaders from New Zealand’s Collaborative Aotearoa as part of an international study tour.