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Minor injuries unit safe from axe, say health bosses
By local democracy reporter Daniel Mumby, additional reporting by Ben Fenlon FROME’S minor injuries unit (MIU) will not be replaced by the new GP community pharmacy service, health bosses have…
May 24, 2022No CommentRead More
Frome Medical Practice launches use of health apps to help patients improve health
FROME Medical Practice is encouraging patients to use health apps, which can help them improve their physical and mental health and wellbeing. The practice is now using a library known…
May 24, 2022No CommentRead More
Changes to Dental Helpline
PEOPLE living in Somerset, who are not registered with a dental practice, should now call NHS 111 if they need urgent treatment or advice. Following an initial call with a…
May 10, 2022No CommentRead More
Understanding empathy
FOLLOWING on from the Frome Kindness Festival, local nonprofit group, The Good Heart, is planning a year-round programme of events exploring how to deepen our capacity for kindness and compassion.…
March 29, 2022No CommentRead More
Cardiac screening event for young people postponed
A CARDIAC screening day for young people has been postponed due to a shortage of medical staff. The event was due to be held this month in memory of Julian…
March 1, 20223 CommentsRead More
Frome Medical Practice – Reflecting on 2021
2021 has been a year like no other for people around the world. For people working in primary care the challenges have been numerous – an increasing demand for services,…
January 5, 2022No CommentRead More
KEEP WARM WITH WINTER WARMTH PACKS
AS the days are getting colder and we witness temperatures dropping to below zero the Healthy Homes project wants to ensure that everyone is kept cosy if they are struggling…
December 15, 2021No CommentRead More
Keep warm with winter warmth packs
AS the days are getting colder and we witness temperatures dropping to below zero the Healthy Homes project wants to ensure that everyone is kept cosy if they are struggling…
December 8, 2021No CommentRead More
Frome Medical Practice hosts anxiety support session for adult patients
FROME Medical Practice is holding an online anxiety support session for patients. The session will be hosted by mental health nurse practitioner, Brice, and will take place online on Tuesday…
November 24, 2021No CommentRead More
Our health services are under enormous pressure, but we are open and available say local GPs
GP practices across Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire have issued an open letter to all residents across the region. They write, “It’s no secret that GP practices…
October 27, 20213 CommentsRead More
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