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NHS sets out plan for improving patient access to GPs

More GP appointments, additional funding for NHS 111, and improved telephone systems will all make it easier for people to get the care they need. Measures to support GPs include the launch of a zero-tolerance campaign towards abuse of NHS staff.

20 October 2021

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Translated COVID-19 advice posters available in 12 languages

Posters with the most recent COVID-19 information and recommended steps to keep everyone safe and reduce the spread of the virus are have been translated into 12 different languages, including Somali, Polish, and Gujarati.

14 October 2021

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Millions more to benefit from free flu jab as eligibility criteria is widened

Over 35 million people are to be offered a free flu vaccine, including 50 - 64 year olds and all secondary school children up to year 11, in order to save lives and reduce the pressure on the NHS this winter.

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Struggling to access digital services? Take a look at three new booklets, created to help people use the internet

Alive, a charity dedicated to improving the quality of life of older people and their carers, have published three booklets with the help of Healthwatch North Somerset to help those who struggle with technology access online services.

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The public agenda for our next Prioritisation Panel on August 10

See how we work out the main health and care priorities for North Somerset from your feedback. Our meeting at 11:30am on August 10 is where we action your comments or concerns with providers to ensure what you tell us makes a difference.

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Improving stroke services in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire

Stroke services in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire could be set to change as part of a public consultation on proposed improvements.

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Many young people seeking mental health support struggle to find it

75 per cent of parents and young people responding to a Healthwatch North Somerset survey have had mental health concerns. People told us they had to “fight” for support and services were "swamped meaning no help was available."

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100% of visitors seeking urgent support were 'very satisfied' with their experience at Safe Haven

Safe Haven, a place for people in acute emotional distress, switched to providing remote support to people in distress during the COVID-19 pandemic. In March 2021, it opened its doors and was able to provide face-to-face support for those in need.

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Winterbourne View 10 years on: Supporting those with learning disabilities to stay safe and well

People with learning disabilities are still at risk of dying unnecessarily and receive poorer care – 10 years on from the abuse suffered at Winterbourne View.

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Safe Haven project ready to support those in crisis

Safe Haven Crisis Centre has opened its doors to provide a safe space for up to 12 people suffering severe emotional distress every evening. Healthwatch played a part to make the service as welcoming and appealing as possible.

West Hospital

Action plan needed to address staff levels and patient care at Weston Hospital

Shortages of staff at Weston Hospital could mean patients do not get the right care or treatment, a new report has found.

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Our survey to help improve bladder and bowel care features in national showcase

Healthwatch North Somerset is delighted that our work with Bristol Health Partners on how easy it was for people to get help from bladder and bowel services during Covid-19 has been included in a national research portfolio.

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