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Read all of our latest news on local service developments, events and updates.

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.

14 June 2023
Stay safe and cool during the hot weather

Spring Covid-19 vaccinations: top up your immunity

Local people most vulnerable to a Covid-19 infection are being urged to top up their immunity as it emerged only around 20% of those eligible who are immunosuppressed have taken up the latest offer.

25 May 2023
Spring Covid-19 vaccinations: top up your immunity

Major changes to stroke services to go live this week

Stroke services across Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire will be transforming this week (17 May) as part of an improvement plan that could save 15 lives each year, while providing improved quality of life for stroke survivors.

16 May 2023
Major changes to stroke services to go live this week

Use the right NHS services over the May bank holidays

Local health leaders are encouraging people to access the right services and order repeat prescriptions now, ahead of the Early May bank holiday (29 April to 1 May) and Coronation bank holiday weekend (6 to 8 May).

25 April 2023
Use the right NHS services over the May bank holidays

Pharmacy, dentistry and optometry commissioning

From 1st April 2023, all Integrated Care Boards (ICBs) will have delegated responsibility of NHS England pharmaceutical, ophthalmic and dental (POD) functions.

31 March 2023
Pharmacy, dentistry and optometry commissioning