The local NHS is setting out proposals to change the way some services are delivered, so that more people can receive their hospital treatment locally each year, and the hospital can attract the staff it needs to thrive.
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Order your repeat prescriptions ahead of Easter
Residents who take regular prescription medicines are being advised to think ahead and make sure they have adequate supply before the bank holiday weekend.
NHS survey seeks views on next steps to further improve services at Weston General Hospital
The NHS in Weston-super-Mare, Worle and surrounding areas is asking local people to respond to a survey about its vision and ambition to secure Weston General Hospital as a thriving hospital at the heart of the community.
Everything you need to know about the COVID-19 Spring booster
From today, Spring booster vaccinations are being offered to people in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire (BNSSG) who are at greatest risk from COVID-19 infection.
Update on health and care services
As the country looks towards the next phase of living with the virus, we wanted to update you on what that means for your local health and care services.
Non-executive members confirmed for Integrated Care Board
Each member will sit on the Integrated Care Board , which is a key part of the overall Integrated Care System and will also each chair a board sub-committee.
UWE walk-in clinic offers extra support for people worried about having Covid-19 vaccine
A dedicated clinic is now available at the Vaccination Centre @ UWE Bristol to support people who want to have their Covid-19 vaccine but may need some additional support for any reason.
Shane Devlin takes up Integrated Care Board CEO-designate position
Shane Devlin has started in post as CEO-designate of the Integrated Care Board (ICB) for Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire (BNSSG) this week.
Clinical Commissioning Group approves major improvements to stroke services
NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Clinical Commissioning Group has today, Tuesday 1 February 2022, agreed a series of recommendations to reorganise and improve the area’s stroke services.
Health services launch Covid Virtual Ward
People with Covid-19 that fall into high-risk groups are to be given devices to monitor their blood oxygen levels from home.