Important information about the coronavirus (COVID-19)

The NHS in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire and Public Health England (PHE) are well prepared for outbreaks of new infectious diseases. The NHS has put in place measures to ensure the safety of all patients and NHS staff while also ensuring services are available to the public as normal. Read more…

What does self-isolation mean?

In practical terms it means:

• Go home, and stay at home, avoiding contact with other people
• Do not go to work, school or public areas
• Do not use public transport (including taxis)
• Avoid visitors to your home
• Ask friends, family members or delivery services to carry out errands for you – such as getting groceries, medications or other shopping
• Do not go to the GP/attend hospital without ringing in advance

There is more detailed advice here: www.gov.uk/advice-sheet-home-isolation

Hay Fever

Hay fever is caused by an allergy to pollen. The symptoms of hay fever are caused when a person has an allergic reaction to pollen. Common hay fever symptoms are: Read more…

Stay well this Winter

People are being urged to keep an extra special eye on themselves and the people they care for over the winter period so minor illnesses don’t become more serious. Read more…