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NHS South West

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NHS South West

@NHSSW

@NHSEngland - we lead and support the NHS in the South West to deliver improved care for patients. This account is monitored between Monday-Friday 9am-5pm.

South West, England

england.nhs.uk/south/

Joined November 2017

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Congrats to Somerset FT, winner of the Digital Innovation award at the first #NHSExcellenceAwards. 👏 The NHS 111 online breast cancer self-referral is speeding up diagnosis, cutting GP referrals by 28%, freeing 1,000+ appointments, and helping detect cancers earlier.
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Jun 10
Getting vaccinated while you’re pregnant helps protect your baby, visit the NHS webpage to learn more. nhs.uk/pregnancyvacci…
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Jun 9
If you're 75 and over you can get your RSV and COVID-19 vaccine this spring. If you are eligible for both vaccines you can book an appointment to receive these at the same time in some locations. Please note that the offer for the spring COVID-19 vaccine will end on 30 June.
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Jun 8
Need urgent medical help? NHS 111 is here for you ➡️ nhs.uk/111
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Jun 6
Make sure you and your family are up to date with your routine vaccinations. If you’re unsure, check the NHS app or speak with your GP.
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Jun 5
Eligible people in the South West are being urged to get their spring COVID-19 vaccine before the offer ends on 30 June. You can book an appointment via the NHS app, online on the NHS website, by calling 119 or 18001 119 on a text phone.
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Jun 4
Follow a 12 hour shift with the crew from the mental health response vehicle which is delivered by South Western Ambulance Service and Somerset Foundation Trust. The crew provide a holistic and compassionate response to anyone who is in mental health crisis.
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Jun 3
If you're 75 and over you can get your RSV and COVID-19 vaccine this spring. If you are eligible for both vaccines you can now book an appointment to receive these at the same time in some locations. Speak with your GP or visit nhs.uk/nhs-services/v…
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NHS South West
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Jun 1
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 nhs.uk/book-covid
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May 31
Make sure you and your family are up to date with your routine vaccinations. If you’re unsure, check the NHS app or speak with your GP.
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Department of Health and Social Care
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May 29
We're backing pharmacies with £340 million to boost NHS services on the high street. This means: ✅ faster care for patients closer to home ✅ making the most of pharmacists' skills ✅ less pressure on GPs and hospitals More: gov.uk/government/new…
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May 29
If you're 75 and over you can get your RSV and COVID-19 vaccine this spring. If you are eligible for both vaccines you can now book an appointment to receive these at the same time in some locations. Speak with your GP or visit nhs.uk/nhs-services/v…
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@NHSSW
May 28
The NHS in Devon is working with libraries across the county to supply blood pressure monitors that can be lent to the public, to help people in the community check their own blood pressure. The scheme will help people recognise if their blood pressure is above the average range.
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