New Somerset NHS service has cut womb cancer waiting times by 59 days
WAITING times for womb cancer diagnoses in Somerset have dropped by 59 days – thanks to a new service. The…
Crematorium effort raises £14,000 for mental health charity
A CHARITY helping people suffering with mental health illness has received a £14,000 boost. Mind in Somerset was selected as…
Somerset woman’s appeal for ambulance aid trip to Ukraine
A SOMERSET woman grieving the loss of her husband is focussing on helping others. Last year Harriet Ray, of West…
Farmer plans three marathons – barefoot – for kitchen gardens plan
A SOMERSET farmer is taking on three marathons on the Dorset coast to plant kitchen gardens in schools -…
Cottage in Somerset village could be registered as children’s home
A SOMERSET cottage could become a registered children’s home if plans are approved. Care firm Inspire Together has applied to…
Parish council condemns move to close Yeovil acute stroke unit
THE loss of emergency care at Yeovil District Hospital for people who have suffered a stroke has been condemned…
New-look website to boost health in Somerset
A NEW-LOOK website aims to boost the health of people in Somerset. The site – www.healthysomerset.co.uk -…
How Lucie went from Excel to x-rays with NHS apprenticeship
DURING the pandemic, Lucie Armson decided she wanted a change of career. She had grown tired of her work in…
Yeovil doctors helping research into different anaesthetics
SOMERSET doctors and patients have been praised for efforts in research into the use of anaesthetic. The Volatile Vs Total…
Pharmacists can now treat these conditions without a GP appointment
SORE throats, earache, impetigo, shingles and more can now be treated by pharmacists – without the need for a…
