Covid allergy advice
Allergy advice and the Covid-19 vaccine
If you have certain allergies you may be concerned about whether you should get the Covid vaccine. In most cases the vaccine is safe, even for people with a history of reactions to certain drugs and food. Here's the latest allergy information.
22 January 2021
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Mental health support during latest lockdown
Are you struggling to cope with a rainy, cold lockdown in February and the pressures of the pandemic? Have you suffered family bereavement or loss of income and need support? There are several services to help you or your loved ones.
21 January 2021
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Number of Bristol COVID-19 cases fall but 'cases still high across all areas of the city'
Cases of COVID-19 in Bristol have fallen slightly on the previous week, but Bristol City Council have warned that cases remain high across all areas of the city.
19 January 2021
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Changes Bristol introduce a support group for women of colour
Changes Bristol have announced they are introducing a mental health support group for women of colour, offering the support of trained staff and volunteers.
19 January 2021
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Vaccine programme musn't 'breed complacency' says Boris during his visit to Bristol
If you’re over 80 and still haven’t had your Covid-19 vaccine the message is – you’ll be contacted very soon. By the end of this week, every neighbourhood area in BNSSG will have a GP practice vaccination centre up and running.
12 January 2021
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Want to know more about Healthwatch? Watch our video!
Do you have questions about what Healthwatch does? Want to know what we do with your feedback, or how you can help improve health and social care services? Watch our video to find out.
11 January 2021
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Phased roll-out begins for Covid-19 vaccinations
Local vaccination services run by GPs will open across the area this week, as the roll-out of the biggest immunisation programme in NHS history starts.
23 December 2020
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Healthier Together recognised for collaborative working
The Healthier Together Partnership has been officially recognised as an Integrated Care System by NHS England/Improvement. This group of 10 organisations works collaboratively to improve health and care across Bristol, North Somerset and South Glos.
17 December 2020
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Our Area lead Julie tells BBC Radio Bristol about problems getting to a dentist during the pandemic
NHS dentistry has been pushed to crisis point by Covid-19 – new research by Healthwatch has found.
9 December 2020
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Historic turning point - Covid vaccines rolled out to first patients at Southmead Hospital
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.
8 December 2020
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Do you need A&E? Ring NHS 111 for urgent care if not life-threatening
Many patients who go to A&E could be treated more appropriately, often more quickly by another NHS service. This is why NHS 111 First has launched to get you and your family the care you need without waiting a long time at A&E.
2 December 2020
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Minutes and recording of our first AGM held in October
Here are the minutes of our first virtual AGM when we welcomed over 40 people to hear about our work and achievements over the last year. There is also a recording of the Zoom meeting held in October.
2 December 2020
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