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Local NHS calls on parents and carers to know the signs and symptoms of childhood respiratory disease RSV
The NHS in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire is encouraging parents and carers to look out for symptoms of Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) in young children, as…
Read MoreLocal NHS seeks views of patients and families on process of leaving hospital
People in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire who have recently been in hospital are being asked to share their views on how their journey from ward to…
Read MoreDisruption of consultant strike to add to bank holiday pressures for local NHS
The NHS in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire is gearing up for a busy end to August as this weekend is set to be preceded by industrial…
Read MoreInformation for Clinicians
The local referral mechanism for clinicians to follow. Information for Care Homes Covid-19 Treatment guidelines have recently been updated so that more people are now eligible for treatment. Treatments must be…
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Issues affecting the Libra Diabetic App
Issues have been reported with the Abbott FreeStyle LibreLink app, which monitors glucose levels in diabetic patients. Patients who have been diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes can use a Continuous…
Read MoreBSW ICB Statement on Wegovy® (semaglutide)
UPDATE September 2023: View the latest government guidance on accessing Wegovy for weight loss Information for people with questions about the availability of the new medicine Wegovy® (semaglutide). In March…
Read MorePublic urged to support local hospitals as health system experiences unprecedented demand
Health leaders have issued an urgent appeal for people in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire to play their part as local hospitals and health services experience unprecedented…
Read MoreTEDS achieve prestigious quality accreditation
Oxford Health’s eating disorder service TEDS for children and young people in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire has achieved the Quality Network for Community CAMHS – Eating…
Read MoreNew health and care Integrated Care Partnership appoints Wiltshire Council Leader as Chair
The Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Partnership (BSW ICP) has appointed Richard Clewer, the leader of Wiltshire Council, as its Chair. The BSW ICP is…
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