Second strike in as many months prompts NHS to make fresh call for support
Five consecutive days of strike action planned for later this month has prompted the already-busy NHS in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire to issue an urgent plea for public support. Resident doctors at the Royal United Hospital in Bath, the Great Western Hospital in Swindon and Salisbury District Hospital, along with their…
Families urged to support local NHS by helping loved ones home from hospital
Families can ease the pressure on the NHS in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire this festive season by helping when friends and relatives are well enough to leave hospital. With this year’s Christmas and new year period being preceded by industrial action, the region’s hospitals are calling for additional support as they…
New endoscopy unit to bring vital care closer to home for up to 6,000 patients
A brand-new, state-of-the-art endoscopy unit in the heart of Swindon’s community has officially opened its doors, offering thousands of patients the opportunity to receive vital care, which could prove lifesaving, sooner and closer to home. The very first patients were welcomed at the new facility, which is located at the site of the West Swindon…
Only Order What You Need
To prevent medicine waste, we are encouraging people to ‘Only Order What You Need’. The NHS spends an estimated £300m on unused medicines each year. We need your help to reduce this. Medicines waste happens when too much medication is order that isn’t needed, medicine is stockpiled at home or prescriptions aren’t checked before leaving…
‘Tis the season for Health Elf on a Shelf
Stay well this Christmas with some advice from our Health Elf on the Shelf. Prepare for Bank Holidays Remember to prepare for different opening hours over the festive period. Check opening times and add ordering and collecting repeat prescriptions to your to-do list. Check out the BSW Pharmacy Opening Hours… Don’t miss appointments It’s a…
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, so get repeat prescriptions in early
People living in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire who rely on regular medicine to stay well are being urged to avoid the pre-Christmas rush, and to order any medicine they may need during the festive season earlier than usual. Pharmacies across the region are likely to be busier than usual in the…
Take the Healthy Choices Quiz
We are supporting a new campaign encouraging all adults to take the Healthy Choices Quiz. This health and wellbeing quiz aims to empower adults to take control of their health by making small changes day to day. Taking around 5 minutes to complete it asks questions about your lifestyle in the areas of eating, movement,…
Online session: Learn about blood pressure
What is Blood Pressure? And why should it be important to me? Join us and learn about blood pressure. High blood pressure often has no signs so it is important to raise awareness and encourage people to know their numbers. Join us at this relaxed, easy online session on Tuesday 9th December – 12.30 –…
Don’t give the gift of flu this festive season, get vaccinated before it’s too late
The NHS in the South West is encouraging all eligible people to get their winter flu vaccine in the lead up to the Christmas period. The country-wide vaccination drive kicks off this weekend as those eligible for their free flu jab are urged to get vaccinated now to get protected before the festive period, as the vaccine usually takes two…
Stay Well This Winter
Let us help you Stay Well This Winter! Whether it’s advice and support to boost your immunity, keep warm, protect your mental health, eat well, stay active or look out for vulnerable family, friends and neighbours. Our dedicated campaign webpage is here to help and includes links to top tips and a wealth of information…