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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 […]

NHS Cornwall and Isles of Scilly and NHS Devon have launched a new website for their new ‘cluster’ joint committee, the South West Peninsula Board. The site contains information about Board members, meeting dates and papers, and stakeholder updates. Both NHS Devon and NHS Cornwall and Isle of Scilly’s websites will continue to operate as […]

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and this year the aim is to highlight the importance of preventing breast cancer before it starts. Each year, about 55,000 people are diagnosed with breast cancer in the UK. It is more common in people over 50, but it can also affect younger people. If you’re invited to […]

NHS England SW and Hope 4 The Community CIC were successful in securing new funding to support people with hip and knee pain on waiting lists for care. The HOPE-MOVE (Help Overcome Problems Effectively – Movement and Healthy lifestyle) is 1 of only 10 “Scaling community initiatives in diet and exercise” projects funded by Innovate […]