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Local breast cancer policy to set new standards

A local health policy covering breast reconstruction for cancer patients will set new standards for treatment if it gets the go ahead next week.

29 May 2018

Referrals to be sent electronically after 4 June

An electronic system for referrals from GP services to hospital appointments will be available at North Bristol NHS Trust and University Hospitals Bristol NHS Foundation Trust.

21 May 2018

BNSSG response to temporary change in staffing model for maternity services at Weston

The temporary operational changes Weston General Hospital have told us they are making in the way they organise their staff within their maternity service is in response to an increased vacancy rate and a determination to ensure pregnant women in North Somerset can be confident of continuing to receive the highest standards of care through their pregnancy.

18 May 2018

Financial boost for mental health services

An extra £365,000 will be invested during 2018/19 in mental health services across Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire following a successful bid to NHS England.

16 May 2018

New smart device app helps lung patients breathe easier

Local patients with long-term lung conditions are being offered an innovative new way to manage their condition.

15 May 2018

Health system update - Monday 14 May

The local health system stood down from its ‘major incident’ status related to Thursday’s fire at the haematology and oncology centre today.

14 May 2018

Extended opening hours for minor injuries units on 12 - 13 May

Minor Injuries Units in Yate and Clevedon and the Urgent Care Centre in South Bristol have extended their opening hours this weekend.

12 May 2018

Health system major incident: status update

Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire’s health system remains in ‘major incident’ status on Friday (11 May)

11 May 2018

Patients urged to use A&E for emergencies only, following major incident

Patients across Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire are being asked not to use A&E unless it’s a genuine emergency, following a fire at the Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre.

10 May 2018

Fire at UH Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre

Following the small fire at UH Bristol’s Haematology and Oncology Centre on 9 May, the local health system is working together to manage the disruption and keep patients safe.

10 May 2018