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More GP appointments to be offered face-to-face to those who need it

NHS England has issued new guidance to GP practices across the country on facilitating more face-to-face appointments for patients.

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Foster Care Fortnight 2021 - putting fostering under the spotlight

In recognition of Foster Care Fortnight, we are putting the spotlight on fostering a child, sharing foster care stories, and how you can get involved.

Gypsy, Roma, Traveller and Showmen communities focus of new COVID vaccine film

A new film featuring renowned Romany journalist, Jake Bowers, explores what traveling communities can do to help with the pandemic and encourages them to have the COVID vaccine.

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Your questions answered on COVID vaccines

To date, over 30 million people in the UK have received their first dose of the vaccine. But as this is a phased rollout - what does that mean for you and your loved ones in light of new variants of COVID?

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Mouth Cancer prevention and spotting the symptoms

Mouth cancer is otherwise known as oral cancer and is where a tumour forms in the mouth. Regular self-checks and awareness of symptoms are key to early detection and resolution. We explore what to look out for and how to keep your mouth healthy.

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Focus on Mental Health - Connect With Nature

The last year put a sharp focus on mental health as we have all been faced with challenges and change. This year's theme for Mental Health Awareness week is nature. We take a look at how nature can help well-being and tips to manage your wellbeing.

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Clinic takes to the water to ensure no crewmate is left behind on vaccination rollout

A floating clinic has taken to the water in a bid to ensure that no one is left behind in the COVID-19 vaccination rollout. The launch was a joint initiative from local councils, GP's, housing charities, and Clinical Commissioning Groups.

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Symptom free testing for COVID-19 made available to everyone

Everyone in Bath & North East Somerset is now entitled to COVID-19 symptom-free testing. Find out where you can collect the home testing kits from and their opening hours here.

Healthwatch BANES News Bites April 2021

In this month's newsletter, we will be sharing news on the new mobile COVID vaccination clinic, symptom-free testing being made available to everyone, and the lifting of further lockdown restrictions.

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A guide to Video Consultation with the NHS in various languages

The last year has seen a great deal of change in the provision of health and social care services. Both patients and health care professionals have had to adapt how we communicate. Here, we provide a quick guide to one-way - video consultations.

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Participation opportunity - How inclusive is community based social care for older LGB people?

Liz Wands-Murray, the Ph.D. researcher at the University of York, is asking for help with a research project on the accessibility of community-based social care services, groups, and activities for older (50+) lesbian, gay, and bisexual persons.

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Dental Care Briefing for April 2021

Over the last year, we have been hearing from members of the public about their issues with dental care. Here is our Dental Care Briefing for April 2021.

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