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Hundreds of children have learning disabilities and autism in Bath and North East Somerset and now families are being asked to help shape local NHS services supporting them.

People have told us they can have problems registering with a GP. This article explains more about your rights and what do to if you are refused the right to register.

“Healthcare in B&NES will only work if people get to have their say” – urges Healthwatch volunteer Roger Tippings, as the public are invited to share their views on the NHS Long Term Plan.

B&NES, Swindon and Wiltshire 111 receives ‘good’ rating from CQC

Each quarter we meet with our Executive Board to decide which areas in health and social care we should focus on in Bath and North East Somerset.

People in Bath and North East Somerset (B&NES), Swindon and Wiltshire suffering from minor illnesses are being urged to seek help from their local pharmacist first.

The 10-year plan includes measures to prevent 150,000 heart attacks, strokes and dementia cases, and better access to mental health services for adults and children.

Health issues unfortunately don't leave us alone at the weekend and people are often in need of medical assistance out of hours. Using NHS guidelines, we have provided some advice and information on where you can go for help when your GP is closed.

From 1 June 2019, the non-emergency patient transport service in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire will be provided by E-zec Medical Transport Services

People living in Bath and North East Somerset (B&NES), Swindon and Wiltshire are being urged to do their bit to help the NHS cope with an increase in demand for services this winter.

Each quarter we meet with our Executive Board to decide which areas in health and social care we should focus on in Bath and North East Somerset.

A proposal to transform maternity services across Bath and North East Somerset (BANES), Swindon and Wiltshire has been shared with the general public for their consideration.