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Thursday, June 12, 2025 measles outbreak vaccination mmr ukhsa bristol nhs epidemiology publichealth immunization

Health officials are raising alarms over a rise in measles cases across parts of South West England, with Bristol recording the highest number of infections so far this year. The ongoing concern stems from unvaccinated … Read More

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 hinkley nuclear spendingreview netzero government taxation nhs housing somerset bristol

Nathan Jones, a 42-year-old painter at the Hinkley nuclear power station in Somerset, has voiced his support for the government’s substantial investment in nuclear energy, despite acknowledging the considerable expense … Read More

Friday, June 6, 2025 yeovil maternity closure nhs somerset scbu healthcare recruitment mps trust

Somerset’s MPs have come together in strong opposition to the closure of Yeovil Hospital’s maternity services, branding the decision “disgraceful.” On May 12, the Somerset NHS Foundation Trust announced that the … Read More

Thursday, June 5, 2025 frome nhs healthcare hospital beds community somerset petition patientcare consultation

A proposal to reduce the number of beds at Frome Community Hospital has sparked concern among local politicians and residents. Anna Sabine, MP for Frome and East Somerset, along with Cllr Adam Boyden, have launched a petition … Read More

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 somerset nhs dentistry healthcare gp musgrove funding socialcare reform survey

Local health experts emphasize that increased funding and urgent NHS contract reforms are essential to guarantee Somerset residents can easily access GP and dental services. On Friday evening, May 30, dozens of residents … Read More

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 somerset nhs dentistry gp healthcare funding reform musgrove socialcare contracts

Ensuring Somerset residents have access to reliable GP and dental services requires urgent reforms and increased funding, local health experts emphasized during the recent “Rebuilding our NHS” event at Taunton’s CIC … Read More