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Christmas and New Year are traditionally times when people celebrate and spend time with family and friends, exchange gifts and unwind. Yet for many people the festive season can be a tough time, mentally and emotionally, and the pressure of meeting social and financial expectations can be overwhelming. For those on their own, loneliness can affect their wellbeing. If you’re ...

There is still time to book your COVID-19 and flu vaccinations, NHS chiefs in the South East are urging everyone still eligible to get protected – as figures on the number of hospitalisations in the region are released. Newly available data shows that despite NHS South East staff administering a combined total of more than 4 million vaccinations against the diseases between 3 ...

The festive season is here and sometimes, no matter how well you prepare, health surprises happen. With a little preparation and by knowing your options, you can make this holiday season not just merry and bright, but healthy and happy too. So, make a checklist, keep your emergency contacts handy and remember to prioritise self-care. With our simple tips, you’ll be all set to ...

The NHS has been made aware of an increase in fraudulent cold callers claiming to represent GP practices or health providers. At this time of year, we urge everyone to remain vigilant and take extra care when sharing personal information. Key advice: Always verify who you are speaking to. End the call immediately if you have any concerns. Report suspicious activity to the ...

Did you know that medicines waste costs the NHS in England an estimated £300 million each year? This includes £150 million worth of unused prescriptions, £50 million from medicines disposed of by care homes, and the rest from various inefficiencies such as expired stock or over prescription. Locally, for the Frimley Health and Care Integrated Care System, that cost is £4 mill ...

Health services have given an enthusiastic response to news that work is due to start soon on the Bracknell Centre for Health building project. The plans for the centre were approved earlier in the autumn by members of the Bracknell Forest Council Planning Committee. The three-storey building, which will be immediately next door to the existing Skimped Hill Health Centre, sho ...

NHS Frimley is reminding pregnant woman that during each pregnancy it is recommended to receive certain vaccinations to protect the health of you and your baby.  As we start to think about the festive period where we will be interacting more with friends and family indoors it is advisable to get vaccinated as soon as possible.  During pregnancy, your immune system (the body’s ...

On 26 November the pilot Aldershot Urgent Care Centre service came to an end after nearly a year. NHS Frimley, North Hampshire Urgent Care and Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust are working together to continue to provide urgent care service for the people of North East Hampshire, Surrey Heath and Farnham. If you have a health concern and need to be seen urgently, contact yo ...

EMED Group has been selected as the new Non-Emergency Patient Transport Services provider in Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire, Berkshire West, and Frimley*. NHS Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Berkshire West Integrated Care Board and Frimley Integrated Care Board have announced that ERS Transition Limited, trading as EMED Group, has been chosen to provide non-emergency patient tr ...

If you've ever heard the term "musculoskeletal condition" (MSK) and thought it sounded a bit like medical jargon, you're not alone. But understanding what it means, and how to live well with one of these conditions could make a big difference to your quality of life.  Frimley Integrated Care System (ICS) is working hard to support individuals living with MSK conditions through ...