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Oldest and youngest invited for Covid vaccine

The Covid-19 vaccination programme in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire is continuing at pace, with the oldest and youngest in the region being invited to come forward for the life-saving vaccine.

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Community Equipment Service earns praise from Wiltshire public

A service which provides equipment to people's homes to help them live more independently is highly valued by those who use it, a Healthwatch Wiltshire report reveals.

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Report highlights lack of support services for young LGBTQ+ community

Young people who identify as LGBTQ+ say there are few health and care services in Wiltshire to support them, and a lack of understanding from healthcare professionals has left them feeling unheard and disrespected.

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Access to NHS dental care remains a concern for Wiltshire patients

With worries about dental care at a record high, we look at how easy it is for new NHS patients to access treatment in Wiltshire.

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Out-of-hours help available from selected pharmacies during Easter weekend

Selected pharmacies in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire will remain open over the Easter break to offer out-of-hours help and support to those with minor health and care concerns.

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You Said We Did: Changes at Great Western Hospital

Improvements made at Swindon's Great Western Hospital based on...

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What young people think of LGBTQ+ support in Wiltshire

This report highlights the findings from a project aimed at gathering...

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What people told us about Medequip's Community Equipment Service

28 February 2022

This report highlights the views of people using equipment provided...

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Quarterly Report October-December 2021

14 February 2022

Highlights of our work from October to December 2021