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Know your healthcare options this summer bank holiday

With just GP practices closed over the summer bank holiday (26-28 August) and upcoming strike action from consultants (24-24 August) in the NHS, local people and visitors are being reminded about the healthcare options available to them.

21 August 2023
Know your healthcare options this summer bank holiday

One Weston Care Home Hub nominated for national award

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.

15 August 2023
One Weston Care Home Hub nominated for national award

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.

04 August 2023
Diagnostics boost coming to Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire

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.

19 July 2023
School’s out, but healthcare options are still in

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.

12 July 2023
Strikes Will Cause Major Disruption Over the Next Week, says Top NHS Doctor

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.

05 July 2023
Street art celebrates NHS 75th birthday

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).

04 July 2023
NHS heroes invited to NHS 75 national celebrations

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.

30 June 2023
Statement re BUPA Dental Practice St Pauls