Taunton’s MP, Gideon Amos, is advocating for the establishment of a secondary school and a new health hub on the Orchard Grove estate, the town’s largest housing development. Located on the western edge of Taunton, Somerset’s …
Taunton’s MP, Gideon Amos, is advocating for the construction of a secondary school and a health hub to complement the existing primary school and other infrastructure at Orchard Grove, the town’s largest housing estate. …
The Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust has breathed new life into its diabetes unit through an innovative project that involved patients in redesigning the space. Vibrant murals by local artist Natasha …
The tragic death of baby Daisy McCoy at Yeovil Hospital’s maternity unit in Somerset has sparked urgent warnings about the risks of NHS consultants working remotely. A Prevention of Future Deaths report, issued after an …
Somerset Council has received plans for a new, high-quality care home on Marston Road, Frome. JLL Planning, representing Liberty Care Developments, has proposed a 76-bedroom residential care facility dedicated to meeting the …
A new care home is set to be developed on Marston Road, Frome, following a planning application submitted to Somerset Council by JLL Planning on behalf of Liberty Care Developments. The proposed residential care facility will …
At St Georges Surgery in Worle, Weston-super-Mare, generative AI is revolutionizing the way patient consultations are documented. Instead of doctors manually taking notes, an “AI scribe” uses ambient voice technology to …
Somerset is set to welcome a dedicated residential home for children and young people struggling with eating disorders, following the recent approval of plans by Somerset Council. The new facility will be located at …
A Somerset GP is urging caution among individuals tempted to purchase weight loss drugs online. Dr. Ulrike Naumann, a specialist in obesity and weight management, warns that many products available through unregulated online …
Seven medical centres across Somerset are set to merge in the coming months to provide more choices for patients and deliver a consistent, high-quality level of care. Symphony Healthcare Services, which currently manages …
Local health authorities have confirmed that Wellington will be left with just one doctors’ surgery this autumn following the permanent closure of Luson Surgery. Currently, Wellington benefits from two surgeries located …
Yeovil Hospital’s catering team is setting a new standard in hospital food, earning national acclaim for their innovative menus, patient-focused approach, and sustainable practices. Their exceptional efforts have garnered …
A close-knit group of friends who met through Parkinson’s-specific exercise classes in Bristol are gearing up to participate in a meaningful charity walk—and they’re encouraging others to join their cause. Jenny, Simon, Greg, …
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is proposing changes to inpatient beds across its 11 community hospitals, potentially closing, relocating, or repurposing them to focus on treating more patients closer to home. These hospitals, …
Patients across Somerset have spoken, sharing their experiences with local GP practices in the latest national survey. Over 2.7 million people participated in this year’s GP Patient Survey, providing valuable insights into …