1. Bedminster Pharmacy engagement

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    Bedminster Pharmacy engagement

  2. Flu vaccinations - making a point about protection from viruses this winter

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    Adults at high risk from flu are also more susceptible to coronavirus so having the vaccine is more important than ever, to help protect everyone this winter. Read the information in 12 different languages.

  3. Historic turning point - Covid vaccines rolled out to first patients at Southmead Hospital

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    The new Covid-19 vaccine has been rolled out in Bristol today – with the over 80s and care home staff first on the list to receive it.

  4. Removing the myths around the Covid-19 vaccine

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    Online attendees of a webinar about the Covid-19 vaccine have been advised not to be fearful of having it to help bring down the death toll which has reached 100,000 in the UK.

  5. New video aims to improve vaccine take-up in Easton and Barton Hill communities

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    Breaking down barriers to encourage more people in Bristol communities to have their vaccine is the reason behind the shooting of a new video by members of Bristol Somali Youth Voice.

  6. Pharmacy spotlight: Ade Williams, Bedminster Pharmacy

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    Ade Williams, multi award-winning pharmacist at Bedminster Pharmacy in Bristol, spoke to Healthwatch Bristol about what pharmacies can offer, and how they can help take the pressure off GPs and A&E departments.

  7. Blood pressure checks for over 40s now available at community pharmacies

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    People who are eligible for the service can receive a free blood pressure check without needing to book an appointment at their pharmacy. The check takes 10-15 minutes and carried out by a pharmacist.

  8. Annual Report 2022/2023

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    Last year, 793 people shared their experiences of health and social care services with us. Our annual report sets out how your comments and concerns have had a real impact on local health and social care services.

  9. The way you make a complaint about some NHS services has changed

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    Everyone has the right to make a complaint about any aspect of NHS care, treatment, or service. How you make a complaint about primary care services changed on 1 July 2023. Primary care includes GPs, pharmacies, dentists, and opticians.

  10. A third of people in England lack confidence they can access critical NHS services

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    Healthwatch England has warned that people need more confidence that the NHS can provide timely care as the winter period approaches. A third of adults in England lack confidence that they can access timely care, including GP services, mental health support and hospital care.

  11. Think Pharmacy First for common health conditions

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    People can now get treatment for seven common health conditions directly from their local pharmacist, without needing a GP appointment.

  12. How will we make a difference in 2024-25?

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    Our workplan sets out the areas of health and social care we will be looking at over the coming financial year. It also outlines the research we plan to carry out in order to help improve local services.