Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board (BNSSG ICB) has been awarded funding from NHS England to increase the numbers of people from under-served communities taking part in health and care research.
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Cold weather warning: top tips for keeping safe and well
Being cold isn’t just uncomfortable it can be bad for your health, so as a cold weather alert has been issued by the MET Office, healthcare leaders in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire are urging residents to keep warm, get vaccinated, plan ahead and look out for each other.
23-29 January is Cervical Cancer Prevention Week
Two women die every day of cervical cancer in England, yet it is one of the most preventable cancers.
Hundreds more to benefit from ‘NHS@Home’ service
The ‘NHS@Home’ service is a joint initiative by local NHS organisations that offers hospital-level care and remote monitoring in an individual’s home.
Still time to get the best protection from flu and Covid-19
It’s not too late to get vaccinated against flu or Covid-19 – that’s the message from local health leaders as hospitals continue to see a high number of Covid-19 and flu hospitalisations.
NHS tells patients to seek emergency care as needed during latest industrial action
The NHS is asking patients to seek emergency care if they need to during industrial action and take simple steps to help ensure care is available to patients who need it most.
Visiting people in hospital and care homes – Winter 2022/23
As the sustained pressures on health and care services continue in our area and across the country, we have to try and limit the spread of viruses, such as flu and Covid-19, in hospitals, care homes and other facilities.
Ambulance industrial action Monday 23 January
NHS ambulance services in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire are working hard to keep patients safe during the planned strikes, while delivering the best care possible.
How to access urgent healthcare support this Christmas and New Year
With the Christmas and New Period coming up, some services may be closed on the bank holidays. However, there continues to be a range of NHS services and support available to help with a range of minor, urgent and emergency conditions.
New appointment made to the Integrated Care Board for Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire
The Integrated Care Board (ICB) for Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire (BNSSG) has appointed Jo Hicks as Chief People Officer.
Thousands of vulnerable people encouraged to take up free seasonal Covid-19 and flu jab
People with health conditions are at greater risk if they catch either virus.
NHS Tells Patients To Continue To Access Emergency Care During Industrial Action
People should continue to come forward for the care they need during industrial action, the NHS has said today.