Award win for collaborative eye care project
Award win for collaborative eye care project which is improving care and leading the way nationally Gloucestershire’s innovative eye health team have been recognised for their excellent partnership working and creative use of technology for a project which is supporting...
Making Meaningful Connections – A Day in the Life of a Social Prescribing Link Worker
This Social Prescribing Day, Emma Crofts, a Social Prescribing Link Worker at Hucclecote Surgery shares what it’s like to carry out the role she’s been doing for four years and how it enables her to link people with vital help...
New campaign reminds parents-to-be that movements matter
Parents-to-be are being reminded of the importance of taking notice of baby’s movements during pregnancy, in a new campaign from Gloucestershire Local Maternity and Neonatal System. The #MovementsMatter campaign aims to encourage those who are pregnant, and their family and...
Announcement on NHS running costs and how this affects Gloucestershire
Over the last few months, both NHS England and the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) have been discussing closer working and reforming the size and functions of the centre to support the Government’s priorities. On Thursday (13 March)...
NHS in Gloucestershire reduces long waits by almost two thirds
The NHS in Gloucestershire has made significant progress in reducing the longest waits for treatment (planned care operations and procedures), with the number of people waiting more than 52 weeks cut by almost two thirds in the last twelve months...
Figures show Pharmacy First is already having a positive impact in Gloucestershire
Going to your local pharmacy offers an easy and convenient way to get expert clinical advice on minor health concerns. In recent months, local pharmacies across Gloucestershire have expanded the range of healthcare services they provide, and they can now...
Partners determined to build on early progress and improve access to NHS dentistry
Improving access to NHS dentistry is a key priority for NHS Gloucestershire and its partners. We are focused on improving the situation for residents and continue to work actively with local dentists, with help from patient representatives, to bring more...
Supporting people to look after their wellbeing and find the right care during the winter months
It was a challenging winter, but our public facing campaigns proved essential in providing health and wellbeing support and advice on healthcare options, achieving excellent reach. The Stay Well This Winter campaign encouraged people to plan ahead and take practical...