People in Somerset urged to choose the right healthcare services after a rise in attendance at hospitals with minor illnesses

As restrictions ease across the country and the hot weather is forecast to continue for the next few days, people are being asked to only choose hospital emergency departments (A&E) for serious and life-threatening illnesses or injuries. The NHS in Somerset is currently experiencing a high demand across all healthcare services, meaning GP surgeries, hospitals,…

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NHS Patients, Staff and Visitors Must Continue To Wear Face Coverings in Healthcare Settings

England’s Chief Nurse has reminded the public that everyone accessing or visiting healthcare settings must continue to wear a face covering and follow social distancing rules. Covid restrictions will end in many settings in England from Monday. However, Public Health England’s infection prevention control guidelines and hospital visiting guidance are set to remain in place…

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