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Information for patients on NHS support following self-funded weight-loss treatment
Patients considering seeking private treatment of any kind should always discuss this with their GP surgery before taking action. Weight-loss medication GPs and speciality weight management services will not be…
Read MoreLocal NHS salutes contribution of military colleagues for Armed Forces Day
The NHS in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire is using this year’s Armed Forces Day to thank local military colleagues now working in the health service for…
Read MoreInformation for patients on availability of new weight-loss treatment
From Monday 23 June, a new weight loss drug called tirzepatide, sometimes referred to as Mounjaro®, will start becoming available for use in primary care settings. In line with NHS…
Read MoreNew integrated care centre nears completion as build reaches highest point
The countdown to the opening of the new Trowbridge Integrated Care Centre is officially on, with construction of the £16 million site having reached its highest point. Representatives from Bath…
Read MoreDoctors issue plea for men over 40 to get vital health and wellbeing check
All males over the age of 40 and living in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire are being urged to take up the offer of the free NHS…
Read MoreLatest bank holiday brings fresh call for public to help region’s busy hospitals
Hospitals in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire need the support of local people this weekend, as the late May bank holiday will add extra pressure to teams…
Read MoreLocal NHS highlights importance of good oral health for National Smile Month
Communities across Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire are being reminded of just how important it is to stay on top of their oral hygiene. The call for…
Read MoreFind out more about exciting new integrated care centre coming to Trowbridge
Opportunities to find out more about the new Trowbridge Integrated Care Centre will be happening at community locations throughout the spring and summer months. Representatives from the local NHS will…
Read MoreRenewed call for public to support busy NHS ahead of bank holiday double-bill
With May bookended by two bank holiday weekends, health leaders in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire are renewing their calls for the public to show support by…
Read MoreGet repeat prescriptions in now to avoid being left short this Easter weekend
Any person nearing the end of their current supply of regular medication is being urged to get their repeat prescriptions in as soon as possible to avoid being left without…
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