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UKHSA South West concerned that many people at risk may not know they are eligible for a flu vaccine Over 411,000 people under 65 with one or more long-term health conditions (LTHCs) eligible for a flu vaccine in the South West received their flu vaccine last winter (2024-25), but 487,000 were unprotected Last winter (2024-25), […]

It’s Ask Your Pharmacist Week (3-10 November). You might be surprised at the range of health services offered by your local pharmacy. Please make the most of the NHS and private services available on your doorstep – from flu vaccinations, blood pressure checks, contraception, medicines consultations and convenient treatment for minor ailments. #AskYourPharmacist  ayp-week-flyer.pdf

We are proud to publish our Green Plan, the first joint sustainability strategy between NHS Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly and Devon Integrated Care Boards. This landmark collaboration sets a bold course toward achieving net zero for scope one emissions by 2040, uniting our communities, health systems, and local partners in a shared commitment to […]

The NHS in the South West is thanking those who have already received their flu vaccine and urging those eligible to come forward as levels of flu continue to rise. So far in the region, over 1.2 million flu vaccinations have been administered, but it is important those who are eligible still come forward for […]

The SEND Local Area Improvement Partnership Board has created an action plan to address the areas of concern highlighted in Torbay’s recent SEND inspection report. As a result of the inspection outcome, the partnership has been issued an improvement notice and will have 18 months to address the findings before a monitoring visit from Ofsted […]

NHS Devon is encouraging residents to take control of their health this winter through the NHS App. Record numbers of patients in Devon are now accessing services through the NHS App, which has become an essential tool for managing healthcare needs conveniently and efficiently. It’s particularly beneficial during winter as illnesses such as flu, RSV […]

NHS Devon is sharing some helpful hints and advice on how to keep young children safe and well this October half-term. Families can follow a few simple Halloween themed steps to keep everyone healthy and well over the holidays. Keep the bogeyman at bay It’s the season for coughs, colds and flu.  Keep noses clean […]

A pioneering intervention that gives children and families on-demand access to a therapeutic mobile game designed to tackle childhood anxiety is driving positive mental health outcomes in Devon. The NICE-recommended immersive game, called Lumi Nova, combines a gold-standard therapeutic approach – Cognitive Behavioural Therapy – with ethical and immersive gaming delivered via a mobile app. […]

People in Devon most at risk of becoming seriously unwell from flu this winter are being urged to get their flu vaccine as cases of flu start to rise. The number of people receiving a flu vaccine across England has increased by over a quarter with the flu jab already administered to 4.3 million people, […]

World Menopause Day, 18th October Menopause is a natural life stage that usually impacts women between the ages of 45-55, but it can also affect men, relationships, families and workplaces. While the menopausal transition is different for everyone, there are several common yet challenging symptoms that may be experienced, including: Anxiety Depression Irritability Memory problems […]