Mobile Screening Team Tackles Silent Killer in Somerset Workplaces Wednesday, August 13, 2025 aaa screening somerset nhs men health aneurysm workplaces prevention ultrasound For many older men working in industries or large factories, booking an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) screening might not be a priority. Although the NHS sends automatic invitations to men at age 65, those working far from … Read More
‘Feral’ Youths in Somerset Challenge Effectiveness of Youth Justice Plan Friday, July 25, 2025 youthjustice antisocialbehaviour somerset council prevention rehabilitation victims crime community police A recent debate at Bath and North East Somerset Council has highlighted deep divisions over how best to address youth anti-social behaviour. The council’s proposed youth justice plan, which adopts a “child first” approach … Read More
Glastonbury Festival-Goers Grapple with ‘Post-Glasto Flu’ After Legendary Weekend Friday, July 4, 2025 glastonbury flu festival health immunesystem hygiene recovery alcohol prevention wellness Following five nights of high energy, limited sleep, questionable hygiene, and close contact with thousands, numerous Glastonbury Festival attendees are now reporting flu-like symptoms a week after the event. The much-loved … Read More
Yeovil MP Champions Naloxone Rollout to Combat Rising Overdose Deaths Thursday, July 3, 2025 naloxone overdose drugs addiction publichealth salvationarmy adamdance opioids awareness prevention Adam Dance, Member of Parliament for Yeovil, has undergone training to administer naloxone, a vital emergency antidote for opioid overdoses, as part of a campaign led by The Salvation Army to increase public access to this … Read More
Smoke Fills Somerset Shop Due to Security System, Not Fire Thursday, May 29, 2025 somerset bridgwater cex smoke security fireservice evacuation electronics prevention incident Smoke billowed out of a CeX store on Fore Street, Bridgwater, Somerset, on the evening of Wednesday, May 28, sparking alarm among nearby residents and shoppers. Firefighters responded swiftly after receiving multiple calls … Read More
Action Ordered to Improve Safety on Deadly A30 Stretch Following Multiple Fatalities Wednesday, May 28, 2025 a30 dorset roadsafety fatalcrash coroner trafficaccident prevention transport highwaysafety yeovil A senior coroner has called for immediate action to enhance safety on a notorious section of the A30 after a series of fatal accidents have claimed four lives in just over four years. The stretch between Yeovil and Sherborne … Read More