We've pulled together some useful information based on the questions and queries we get most frequently asked:

  • General information about the health services in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire: https://bnssgccg.nhs.uk/health-services/

  • For immediate emotional and practical support there is a free NHS confidential 24/7 helpline for people who live in Bristol, North Somerset & South Gloucestershire: 0800 0126549

  • Information and self-help materials on common mental health problems such as depression and anxiety.: https://www.vitahealthgroup.co.uk/nhs-services/nhs-mental-health/self-help-resources/

  • Samaritans have a free helpline you need someone to talk to, they listen. They won't judge or tell you what to do. Call them on 116 123.

  • Mind has a national helpline you can call for mental health support on 0300 123 3393.

  • Accessing Dental Care: If after contacting several dental surgeries you still cannot find a dentist accepting NHS patients, call NHS England's Customer Contact Centre on 0300 311 2233. NHS England commissions dental services in England and is required to meet the needs of their local population for both urgent and routine dental care.

  • Information about Domestic Abuse Support: https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/healthy-body/getting-help-for-domestic-violence/

  • Information about Pharmacy services: https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/prescriptions-and-pharmacies/pharmacies/

  • Boost your immunity and protect those around you by getting your COVID-19 and Flu vaccinations this winter, ‘Grab a jab’: www.grabajab.net

  • NHS 111 can help if you have an urgent medical problem and you’re not sure what to do: https://111.nhs.uk/

  • Call 999 in a medical emergency. This is when someone is seriously ill or injured and their life is at risk.

Here is some further information specific to South Gloucestershire: