Healthier Together

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

[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

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

This morning, Yate pharmacist Adele joined Joe Sims on @BBCBristol’s The Wake Up Call to talk about heart health ❤️🫀

If you’re over 40, you can get a free blood pressure check at most pharmacies. Find a pharmacy near you: https://t.co/sLIa9auypd

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

If you take repeat medication, now’s the time to check you’ve got enough to last over the upcoming bank holiday weekend 💊

You can order repeat prescriptions via the NHS App, online, or through your GP practice.

[Bristol City Council @BristolCouncil]

Tick activity increases in spring and peaks between April and June, and this is when tick bite risk is highest. Some tick bites can cause infections such as Lyme Disease.

✅ Get tips on how to stay safe in the video in comments 👇

#BeTickAware #TickAwareness

[Healthier Together @HTBNSSG]

Local mum Sophie tells us why she is happy for little Nora to have her vaccinations, including MMRV, to protect against infections like measles and chickenpox.

Find out more: https://t.co/PhCCvS5NMV

[Healthier Together @HTBNSSG]

Even as we head into spring, COVID-19 can be very dangerous for people with weakened immune systems. Book to top up your protection: https://t.co/49msiXkl1g

[Healthier Together @HTBNSSG]

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

Read it here 👇

https://t.co/mxkKNpf1hb

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

Resident doctors will be striking from 7am on Tuesday 7 April until 7am on Monday 13 April. If you have a planned appointment, please attend as normal unless you are contacted.

Find out more on our website: https://t.co/K5y3Ab7FbK

[NHS @NHSuk]

Make sure you’re prepared this Easter bank holiday – order your repeat prescriptions in plenty of time, and check the opening hours of your local services.

If you need urgent help, access NHS 111 by using the NHS App, going online or callingMake sure you’re prepared this Easter bank holiday – order your repeat prescriptions in plenty of time, and check the opening hours of your local services.

If you need urgent help, access NHS 111 by using the NHS App, going online or callingMake sure you’re prepared this Easter bank holiday – order your repeat prescriptions in plenty of time, and check the opening hours of your local services.

If you need urgent help, access NHS 111 by using the NHS App, going online or callingMake sure you’re prepared this Easter bank holiday – order your repeat prescriptions in plenty of time, and check the opening hours of your local services.

If you need urgent help, access NHS 111 by using the NHS App, going online or callingMake sure you’re prepared this Easter bank holiday – order your repeat prescriptions in plenty of time, and check the opening hours of your local services.

If you need urgent help, access NHS 111 by using the NHS App, going online or callingMake sure you’re prepared this Easter bank holiday – order your repeat prescriptions in plenty of time, and check the opening hours of your local services.

If you need urgent help, access NHS 111 by using the NHS App, going online or calling.

[Healthier Together @HTBNSSG]

This year, the Easter bank holidays are on Friday 3 and Monday 6 April.

If you have repeat medication, it’s important to request your repeat prescription up to five working days before you need it.

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

Don’t be caught out by Easter bank holiday GP and pharmacy closures – make sure you order repeat prescriptions in good time 💊

You can order your prescription via the NHS App, online, or at your GP practice.

[Healthier Together @HTBNSSG]

It’s Neurodiversity Celebration Week, and we’re sharing the new online Neurodiversity Hub for our local area. The Hub brings together support for neurodivergent children, young people and adults, along with practical advice and links to local services.

https://t.co/5Vsg9kYu5j

[Healthier Together @HTBNSSG]

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

Read it here 👇

https://t.co/0iZ3o780Uy

[South Glos Council @sgloscouncil]

Today is National No Smoking Day.

Giving up smoking is one of the best things you can do for your health and also your wallet, so why not be kind to yourself as well as your finances at the same time?

To find out how much you could save by quitting smoking and to find out about the face-to-face support available, visit https://t.co/VTzswJRDSR

[University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS FT @uhbwNHS]

You can now view your appointment letters in the NHS App.

The NHS App is a simple and secure way to receive messages from your trusted health care providers.

Turn on notifications for the NHS App to stay up to date.

Find out more: https://t.co/KeS3R4zWBo

[NHS South West @NHSSW]

Help protect your child from measles, whooping cough and other serious illnesses.

To check if your child has missed any vaccines, look in their red book or speak to your GP practice.

Find out more at https://t.co/2ngBRV2xin

#StayStrongGetVaccinated

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

Happy Lunar New Year! 🐎✨

Wishing those celebrating in our communities good health and happiness during the Year of the Horse.