Advice and Information

Did you know that pharmacies provide advice and information on minor illnesses and ailments? Find out how they can help you.

Diabetes UK estimates that five million people in the UK are living with diabetes, with 850,000 of them not yet diagnosed.

Did you know you can choose which hospital you go to when referred for a test, diagnosis, or treatment? Find out how.

Are you struggling to find an NHS dentist? The new dental recovery plan might help you get the dental care you need.

Since October 2023, GP surgeries must give patients online access to their new health record entries. Find out what information is in your record and how to access it.

NHS social prescribing link workers can connect you to the right community groups and services to help support you.

Patients in Wiltshire can now receive acute clinical care from the comfort of their own home while helping to relieve pressures on local services. Find out more about how virtual wards work.

The new Pharmacy First scheme enables your local pharmacy to treat some common conditions with prescription-only medicines, without you visiting your GP. Find out everything you need to know.

Measles vaccination rates are at a ten-year low as cases rise nationwide. Find out about measles, who can get the vaccine, and what you can do to stay safe.

The NHS in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire is offering military families in the region dedicated help and support to navigate any issues and queries they may have which relate to local health and care.

New leaflets, videos and information resources have been developed to help provide extra support for patients, families and carers during their discharge from hospital.

Children, young people and families can have access to a wide range of information, advice and support with a new online platform.