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Help Us Help You to stay happy and healthy this winter

With over 150 pharmacies across our area, you’re never far away from a healthcare expert

12 November 2019

Bristolians more likely to be admitted to A&E for alcohol-related conditions than national average

Nearly 6,500 people across Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire were admitted to hospital for alcohol-related illnesses in just one year according to public health figures.

11 November 2019

Update: CCG email outtage

The technical issues relating to the CCG's email access have now been resolved and the system is undergoing monitoring.

05 November 2019

National first for region's officially 'Outstanding' 111 service

The NHS 111 South West service has become the first 111 service in England to be rated overall 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

04 November 2019

Call for help shaping involvement, engagement and participation policy

The patient and public involvement forum at the CCG are looking for feedback from local people to help shape our area’s new Patient and Public Involvement Policy.

04 November 2019

Think about managing your stress this Movember

Doctors are encouraging men to think about how to manage their stress and wellbeing this Movember.

01 November 2019

Bristol GP practices recognised for their collaborative working with local pharmacies

Three GP practices in Bristol have been praised for an innovative project that helps patients get routine care support from their local pharmacist when a GP consultation is not required.

31 October 2019

111 your ‘go-to’ for your urgent care needs

Doctors are encouraging the use of the NHS 111 service as the first point of call to receive fast support for all your urgent care needs this winter

28 October 2019

Flu vaccine call for pregnant women

More than 6,000 pregnant women in the area missed out on a free flu jab last year according to Public Health England figures.

21 October 2019

Hundreds come together to discuss healthcare plans for Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire

Hundreds of members of the public, stakeholders and representatives from across health and social care came together in Bristol yesterday (17 October) to share ideas and views for the future of healthcare in the region.

18 October 2019