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Hundreds of thousands vaccinated as NHS calls on more people to book their winter jabs
Local health teams have vaccinated more than 200,000 people against flu and more than 60,000 people against COVID-19 this winter, but are urging eligible people to book their vaccination appointments for the best protection.
Final public vote opens to name new health centre in Weston
Local people can now have their say on the final name for Weston-super-Mare’s new neighbourhood health centre, after more than 350 suggestions were submitted over the summer.
Topping out takes place at Weston’s new health hub
A topping out ceremony has been held in Weston-super-Mare as a new £15 million town centre health hub continues to take shape.
Getting your flu and Covid-19 vaccination is easier than ever
With flu and Covid-19 vaccination appointments getting underway from today (1 October) for all eligible people, the NHS has made booking a vaccine easier than ever.
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust selected as one of six national neighbourhood health trailblazer sites
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust (BFT), alongside local partners across Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire (BNSSG), has been selected as one of only six national Neighbourhood Health Trailblazer sites.
Campaign launched to encourage young people to take up the HPV vaccine
Young people aged 16 to 24 across Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire are being encouraged to check whether they have received their HPV vaccination and take up the free catch-up offer if they have missed it.
Back to school mental health support available for children and young people
As children and young people across Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire return to school or college after the summer holidays, local NHS leaders are encouraging them to look after their mental health and seek help early if worries become overwhelming.
Nearly 8 in 10 people in their 40s and 50s put others’ health before their own, a South West survey finds
Nearly eight in ten people aged 40 to 54 in the South West say they often or always put other people’s needs ahead of their own health, according to a new survey released by NHS England South West.
Local health and care services shortlisted for national HSJ Awards
Health and care services in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire have been shortlisted in this year’s national HSJ Awards for their commitment to healthcare excellence.
Nearly 7,000 women access free morning-after pill at local community pharmacies
Local community pharmacies in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire have supplied nearly 7,000 morning-after pills to women over a seven-month period following the NHS making it available free-of-charge in October 2025.
New Mental Health Emergency Department in Bristol
Plans have been confirmed for a new dedicated Mental Health Emergency Department at Callington Road Hospital in Bristol.