Healthier Together

Improving health and care in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire. Account monitored weekdays, 9am - 5pm.

[NHS Bristol, N Somerset & S Gloucestershire ICB @BNSSG_ICB]

Liv shares why she’s protected herself against MenB before Freshers’ week.

Meningitis can develop quickly, so it’s important to know whether you or someone in your family is eligible and how to access vaccinations.

➡️ More information https://t.co/X8NSOjSPlZ

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Our August Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Healthier Together ICS newsletter is out now 📰

Read it here 👇

https://t.co/2u1tteZw0E

[NHS Bristol, N Somerset & S Gloucestershire ICB @BNSSG_ICB]

An amber heat-health alert is in place for the South West until 14 August. Take extra care in the hot weather, stay hydrated and check on vulnerable people. Read more: https://t.co/l7gCUlSNKa #BeatTheHeat

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Our July Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Healthier Together ICS newsletter is out now 📰

Read it here 👇

https://t.co/bfUh7ZQwKX

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School's out! Local children from Portishead share their sun safety tips:

🧴 Apply sunscreen before heading out - even when it's cloudy!
💧 Drink plenty of water
⛱️ Stay in the shade when the sun is strongest
🧢 Wear a hat and sunglasses to protect your face and eyes

[NHS Bristol, N Somerset & S Gloucestershire ICB @BNSSG_ICB]

A yellow heat-health alert is in place in our area for higher temperatures until 17 July. This alert means there’s an increased health risk for vulnerable people such as older adults, babies and those with long-term conditions.

Get hot weather advice: https://t.co/Eigdg0RVl4

[NHS Bristol, N Somerset & S Gloucestershire ICB @BNSSG_ICB]

When your child is unwell, knowing what to do next isn’t always easy. The HANDi app gives simple, trusted advice for common childhood illnesses, including high temperatures, diarrhoea and vomiting, chesty coughs and head injuries.

Download the free app by searching 'HANDi app'.

[NHS Bristol, N Somerset & S Gloucestershire ICB @BNSSG_ICB]

Would you like to help name Weston-super-Mare’s new health centre?

A new NHS health centre is being built in the town and we're inviting local residents, patients and staff to help choose its name. Submit your ideas via our online form: https://t.co/EkI7DNNlvt

[Bristol City Council @BristolCouncil]

🌬️ Bristol Cool Spaces
Need a break from the heat? Find places to rest in the shade
👉 https://t.co/vFPekqfDSX
Free to use with seating (many have water & toilets). Not medical spaces, but cooler than outdoors.
Find hot weather updates on our Newsroom https://t.co/tpO1LVgtki

[NHS Bristol, N Somerset & S Gloucestershire ICB @BNSSG_ICB]

Know the signs of heat exhaustion and heatstroke. Heat exhaustion happens when the body becomes too hot and struggles to cool itself down. If left unmanaged, it can develop into heatstroke, a medical emergency that requires immediate attention.

Search 'NHS heatstroke'.

[Bristol City Council @BristolCouncil]

☀️ As temperatures rise, it’s tempting to head for the water - but do not swim in the harbour or local waterways. Even in hot weather, cold water can be dangerous.
Cold water shock can overwhelm anyone.

🔗 Link in comments to learn more & how to ‘Float to Live’.

[Healthier Together @HTBNSSG]

Top up your COVID-19 protection! There's just one week left of the NHS Spring COVID-19 vaccination campaign.

If you're eligible and aged 18 or over, you can get a free COVID-19 vaccination at a local walk-in clinic: https://t.co/DptSSRmSOO

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Our June Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Healthier Together ICS newsletter is out now 📰

Read it here 👇

https://t.co/EbD30aUY0z

[NHS Bristol, N Somerset & S Gloucestershire ICB @BNSSG_ICB]

⚠️ Local hospitals are very busy right now. Please only use A&E for serious injuries and life-threatening emergencies. Need urgent help but not sure where to go? Contact NHS 111.

Please help us to help you by using the right service for your needs: https://t.co/EsqbOsa9LA

[Healthier Together @HTBNSSG]

🌡️An Amber Heat-Health Alert has been issued for the South West until 23 June. Please take extra care during the hot weather and remember to:

💧 Stay hydrated
☀️ Avoid the midday sun
🏠 Keep indoor spaces cool
🧴 Wear sunscreen
🤝 Check on vulnerable friends and family

[NHS South West @NHSSW]

You may be eligible for a COVID-19 if you have a weakened immune system.

If your health status has changed and you no longer have a weakened immune system, you may not need the vaccine.

Book to top up your protection at https://t.co/lOLz733w13

[Department of Health and Social Care @DHSCgovuk]

💊 We're making it easier for patients to get advice, treatment and medicines through local pharmacies with a £340 million funding boost.

@SKinnock visited Concord Pharmacy in Bristol @HTBNSSG along with @ThorrunGovind to see how pharmacists are helping patients.

More info: https://t.co/ZPwaY8jLVF

[NHS Bristol, N Somerset & S Gloucestershire ICB @BNSSG_ICB]

⚠️ Local hospitals are very busy right now. Please only use A&E for serious injuries and life-threatening emergencies. Need urgent help but not sure where to go? Contact NHS 111.

Please help us to help you by using the right service for your needs: https://t.co/0pyVvdBiPK

[Healthier Together @HTBNSSG]

Access local information and support to help you and your family stay well this summer on the Healthier Together website: https://t.co/90eUJNtjUB

[NHS Bristol, N Somerset & S Gloucestershire ICB @BNSSG_ICB]

There is an Amber heat health alert issued for the South West from today until 5pm on Thursday 28 May🌡️

Look out for those who might struggle to keep cool, including older people, people with long-term health conditions and young children.

https://t.co/vPvRg3QLz8

[Healthier Together @HTBNSSG]

🌡️ With a yellow heat health alert in place for the South West, you can stay well in the hot weather by:

💧 drinking plenty of fluids
⛱️ staying in the shade when the sun is strongest (11am-3pm)
🧴 applying sunscreen when going outside

Find out more: https://t.co/xSQFEib8MF