Hospital

Rsv

'I Thought Mum Just Had a Cold – Days Later She Almost Died'

Alice Hodges, an 82-year-old from Somerset, experienced what seemed to be a mild cold that quickly worsened into a critical health crisis. In December 2024, after developing cold-like symptoms, Alice was diagnosed with …

By Tommy Wathen · · 2 min read

Rsv

'I Thought Mum Just Had a Cold – Days Later She Nearly Died'

Alice Hodges, an 82-year-old woman from Somerset, faced a terrifying ordeal after what seemed like a mild cold rapidly turned into a severe illness. In December 2024, Alice contracted respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), …

By Tommy Wathen · · 2 min read

Police

Police Seek Witnesses Following M5 BMW and MG Collision

Two individuals were hospitalized after a collision on the northbound M5 motorway between junctions 26 (Wellington) and 25 (Taunton) on Wednesday, March 25, at approximately 3:20 pm. The crash involved a white BMW and a black …

By Charles Bowser · · 1 min read

Cheddar

Woman Dies After Being Found Seriously Injured in Cheddar Home

A woman in her 40s has tragically died in hospital after being found seriously injured at a house in Tweentown, Cheddar. The incident occurred on Saturday, February 28. Following the discovery of her injuries, she was rushed …

By James Robinson · · 1 min read

Cousins

Three Cousins Born Just Hours Apart at Somerset Hospital

In an extraordinary family milestone, three cousins were born within hours of each other at the Royal United Hospitals in Bath last month. Identical twins Frankie and Connie arrived alongside their cousin Maddox, sharing the …

By Tommy Wathen · · 2 min read

Somerset

Somerset Hospital Evacuated Following Early Morning Fire

A fire broke out at Weston General Hospital in Weston-super-Mare early Thursday morning, March 5, prompting the evacuation of patients and staff from nearby wards. Emergency services were alerted just after 5:30 AM and …

By Charles Bowser · · 2 min read

Fire

Firefighters Battle Blaze at Weston-super-Mare Hospital

Firefighters responded promptly to a fire at the Weston-super-Mare hospital, working tirelessly to contain the blaze and ensure the safety of patients and staff. The hospital administration is actively reaching out to …

By James Robinson · · 1 min read