Addressing Crime and Policing Challenges in Somerset Sunday, March 9, 2025 somerset policing crime challenges neighbourhood violence prevention innovation resources Tackling knife crime, dealing with stretched resources, and integrating AI in policing are just a few of the pressing challenges facing Avon & Somerset Police. Clare Moody, the region’s Police and Crime Commissioner, is … Read More
New Public Defibrillator Installed to Prevent Tragedies Tuesday, January 7, 2025 defibrillator fundraising cardiac arrest prevention community safety children adults installation A new public defibrillator has been installed at a Yeovil nursery, thanks to the efforts of manager Naomi Bartin. Bartin led fundraising for the installation after her sister tragically passed away in her teens due to a lack … Read More
High Rates of Childhood Obesity in Somerset Exceed National Average Monday, November 11, 2024 obesity children somerset nhs statistics public health prevention intervention public policy urgent action New NHS figures reveal concerning trends in childhood obesity within Somerset. More than a third of 10-and-11-year-olds in the county are either obese or overweight, with 20.5% classified as obese and a further 14.8% as … Read More
Community Unites to Combat Knife Crime at Writhlington School's Special Event Saturday, March 16, 2024 community knife crime empowerment awareness youth safety event partnership parenting prevention Writhlington School recently hosted a significant event aimed at addressing the issue of knife crime within the community. The event, organized by the Bath & North East Somerset Violence Reduction Partnership (VRP), … Read More
Sloppy Slippers Campaign: Promoting Safety for Older Adults Saturday, January 13, 2024 slippers falls older adults safety campaign somerset nhs sasp prevention roadshows Slippers are not just a cozy footwear option; they can pose a danger to your health and safety, particularly for those aged over 65. In response to the high incidence of falls among older adults attributed to ill-fitting … Read More
Devastating Loss: Somerset Man's Battle with Pancreatic Cancer Thursday, November 23, 2023 somerset pancreatic cancer awareness diagnosis prevention symptoms treatment loss early detection public education Jane Clapinson from Minehead, Somerset, tragically lost her husband Colin to pancreatic cancer in 2022, only nine months after his diagnosis. His story is being shared in November, Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month, to bring … Read More