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The Digital Divide is the gap between people with good access to the internet and people with little or no access.

More GP appointments, additional funding for NHS 111, and improved telephone systems will all make it easier for people to get the care they need. Measures to support GPs include the launch of a zero-tolerance campaign towards abuse of NHS staff.

Posters with the most recent COVID-19 information and recommended steps to keep everyone safe and reduce the spread of the virus are have been translated into 12 different languages, including Somali, Polish, and Gujarati.

People with a learning disability may find it hard to know when they are unwell, or to tell someone about it. We've put together a checklist to help people with a learning disability and their carers make the most of their annual health check.

Over 35 million people are to be offered a free flu vaccine, including 50 - 64 year olds and all secondary school children up to year 11, in order to save lives and reduce the pressure on the NHS this winter.

On the 12th of August 2021, our Prioritisation Panel came together to discuss the health and social care issues you've raised, and what Healthwatch South Gloucestershire can do to bring about change.

On the 13th of May 2021, our Prioritisation Panel came together to discuss the health and social care issues you've raised, and what Healthwatch South Gloucestershire can do to bring about change.

Many dental practices are not updating their information on the NHS website. The Department of Health and Social Care, NHS England, and Healthwatch are urging dental contractors to review their profiles, to help patients find dental care more easily.

Between the beginning of April and the end of June 2021, we received 138 pieces of feedback on a wide range of health and social care issues. 57% of your feedback was negative, 31% was positive, 10% was mixed, and 2% was neutral.

Digital appointments don't work for everyone. Many health care services have moved online, but you can still request a face-to-face appointment. Here's what you can expect from the NHS if you need to be seen in person.

South Gloucestershire Dementia Friendly Communities, a local organisation to set up to offer help and support to both those suffering from dementia, and their loved ones, have just launched their summer 2021 newsletter!

See how we work out the main health and care priorities for South Gloucestershire from your feedback. Our meeting at 5:30pm on August 12 is where we action your comments or concerns with providers to ensure what you tell us makes a difference.