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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.
Group A Strep: The symptoms to look out for
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has confirmed an increase in cases of Group A Strep. Find out more about the symptoms and actions to take.
Cold weather warning: keeping warm is essential to your wellbeing
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.
BBC Breakfast reports on high rates of under 5s being hospitalised with flu
A recent news report highlights data from the UK Health Security Agency showing low uptake of the flu vaccine among 2 and 3 year olds and high rates of under 5s being hospitalised with flu.
Agencies back campaign to protect vulnerable adults
Safeguarding Adults Week aims to help people know how to spot the signs that someone is at risk of abuse, neglect or harm, and how to respond effectively.
Have you had vaccine the call-up?
It’s not too late to come forward for your flu vaccine or any of your Covid-19 vaccines, including your first, second and primary booster doses.
Local health services praised in national patient safety awards
Local NHS organisations have been recognised for their work as part of the national HSJ Patient Safety Awards, winning in two categories and being highly commended in a third.
NHS Launches New Online Site Finder for Monkeypox Vaccines
The NHS has today launched a new online vaccine site finder to make it as easy as possible for eligible people to get their monkeypox jab.
Allied Health Professionals Careers Day
Over 130 young people attended a Joint ICB Allied Health Professionals’ Careers Day at the University Hospitals Bristol and Weston (UHBW) Education Centre.
Video: local people encouraged to take up their vaccinations
We recently worked with BBC Points West to inform local people of the importance of taking up their Covid-19 vaccinations.
World-first National Genetic Testing Service launched by NHS
The world-first national genetic testing service will be able to diagnose within days rather than months, and potentially save thousands of severely ill children and babies.