News

Take the drama out of minor illness and ‘Get It Seen To’

Local Doctors are supporting a national campaign, encouraging people to consult their local community pharmacist if they are suffering from a minor illness.

21 January 2020

Five places to go when you don’t need A&E and five ways they can help

We're reminding people in the area of the range of urgent care options available for those who are unwell but don’t need to go to A&E.

08 January 2020

New Crisis and Recovery Centre set for Weston-super-Mare

An innovative new NHS service for people needing urgent mental health care and support, is set to open in Weston-super-Mare in the Spring.

07 January 2020

Patients urged to use NHS services wisely following high demand for emergency care services

Health leaders in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire (BNSSG) are urging patients to use the right NHS service for their needs, following high levels of demand for local urgent and emergency care services.

03 January 2020

It's Missing campaign

The Diabetes UK It’s Missing campaign sets out to raise awareness of the link between diabetes and mental health and highlights the problems faced by people with diabetes that can affect their mental wellbeing.

02 January 2020

Reset your relationship with alcohol during Dry January

Health professionals are helping to highlight the benefits of taking part in Dry January, which include improving health, losing weight and saving money.

31 December 2019

Have you got the NHS App?

Patients in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire can now use the new NHS App to access a range of NHS services on a smartphone or tablet.

23 December 2019

Help Us Help You: Know what to do this Christmas

Winter is a busy time for many NHS services, but the festive period often sees a further increase in people attending busy A&E departments.

19 December 2019

Health and care Christmas stars’ festive message

Twelve health and care ‘Christmas stars’ from Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire have taken to the web to send season’s greetings in the countdown to the big day.

13 December 2019

Reminder about evening and weekend appointments

As winter approaches, local doctors are reminding patients in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire that they can now book appointments on weekday evenings up to 8pm as well as during the weekend.

12 December 2019