The world premiere of our amazing, thought-provoking film 'We need to talk about death' is this afternoon. We can't wait for you to see it!

Watch some short clips and find out more on our website: weneedtotalkaboutdeath.org

#TalkAboutDeath

Today I retired from my role as Regional Chief Midwife in the Southwest - a surreal but proud feeling, many happy memories, amazing colleagues over the years, always ensuring the best maternity care and an incredible team NHS England I will miss you all Sue Doheny Kate Brintworth

Take part in a local parkrun UK event on 4 May to mark International Day of the Midwife #IDM2024 and 11 May for International Nurses Day #IND2024 .

You can walk, jog, run or volunteer as we recognise and thank our #teamCMidOmidwives and #teamCNO nurses. parkrun.org.uk/register/

Community pharmacists are highly qualified clinicians and are able to offer medical advice and treatment for a range of minor conditions. 

NHS in the South West: We’re here for you.

Today is #DNADay marking the discovery of the double helix in 1953!

Anyone aged 75 or over, or who has a weakened immune system, can now book their seasonal COVID-19 vaccine online or on the NHS App.

You don't need to wait to be invited. Find out more at nhs.uk/book-vaccine

To avoid delays in getting your medicines over the upcoming May bank holiday, please order prescriptions in good time. ⌛️

You can order repeat prescriptions through the NHS app or at your local GP surgery.

⏩ | People will receive a faster diagnosis and treatment for a range of conditions when a new health centre opens in Torquay.

The new community diagnostic centre will speed up treatment, reduce waiting lists and provide care closer to home.

Read more 👉 ow.ly/EsT950Rnhh4

This week is #PlasmaDonationWeek .

Your donations make a big impact to the 17,000 people who rely on medicines made from plasma to save or improve their lives.

If you're the giving type, book now at blood.co.uk

April is Stress Awareness Month. Here are some tips for helping to deal with stress.

Join us as we celebrate International Day of the Midwife #IDM2024 and International Nurses Day #IND2024 with parkrun UK.

Register for your local parkrun and take part on 4 or 11 May. parkrun.org.uk/register/

If you need medical help, use 111 online to get assessed and directed to the right place for you.

➡️ 111.nhs.uk

If you are aged 75 or over or have a weakened immune system, you can now book your seasonal COVID-19 vaccine online or on the NHS App.

Visit nhs.uk/book-vaccine

Bowel cancer is the fourth most common cancer in the UK.

Here are the main symptoms. Other health problems can cause similar symptoms – but it’s important to get them checked by a GP if you have any symptoms for 3 weeks or more.

#BowelCancerAwarenessMonth

READ | This #EarthDay find out how GP practices across Gloucestershire are working together to become greener by reducing their environmental impact nhsglos.nhs.uk/news/glouceste…

Are you interested in becoming a volunteer?

We are looking for volunteers to help us across the hospital in roles which support clinical staff and patients in a variety of ways.

Find out more at plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/volunteering/

Struggling with feelings of depression, excessive worry, social anxiety, post-traumatic stress or obsessions and compulsions? NHS Talking Therapies can help.

The service is effective, confidential and free.

Your GP can refer you or refer yourself at nhs.uk/talk

Keep an eye out for epilepsy nurse Emma from Somerset NHS Foundation Trust and University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust physio Jack Roberts who will be taking part in the TCS London Marathon today.

Sending our support from the South West!

#OurNHSPeople #TeamSouthWest