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Somerset Health and Wellbeing Advisory Network
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Now Summer's here, we look forward to doing more of what we enjoy, keeping illness at bay so that we can carry on enjoying the longer days and better weather. There are a few small things we can all do to look after ourselves, our friends and our families.
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We're asking everyone in Somerset to get up to date with the Covid vaccinations they are eligible for. These remain our best form of defence against the Covid and influenza viruses. It’s not too late to catch up if you or someone you know has missed boosters or even first doses for the Covid vaccine.
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Here are some simple steps we can all take if we have symptoms of a respiratory illness:
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- Wash your hands regularly and cover your mouth and nose if you cough and sneeze.
- Avoid close contact with others and stay at home if you can, or talk to your employer about your options.
- Avoid going to meet people at higher risk of becoming severely unwell if they catch a respiratory infection such as Covid.
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Councillor Adam Dance, Elected Member for Public Health, Equalities and Diversity said:
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“Recently, we’ve seen an increase in Covid-19 infection across the UK, and indeed here in Somerset - chances are you might know someone who has had it in the last few weeks. I’d like to urge anyone who has not yet had all the vaccines they are eligible for, to make sure they take advantage of the walk in clinics available over the summer. It is never too late to get your vaccine, whether it’s your first, second or booster.”
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It is not too late to get the first or second dose of the Covid-19 vaccination for anyone aged 12+, and booster for anyone aged 18+. These will be widely available at both walk in clinics and pre bookable appointments. Second doses are now becoming due for many 5–11 year olds, however all parents and carers are urged to take up the offer of a first dose for their child, if not taken already. Specialist clinics and times operate for these with extra time given and specialist staff on hand to reassure families.
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Walk In Covid Vaccination Clinics
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To help you promote the walk in vaccination sites in your area, we have created a range of social media graphics and posters.
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Sedgemoor
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Bridgwater Town Hall, High St, TA6 3BL
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Every Friday: *Closed 8th & 15th July
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18+ only: 9am - 2pm - Walk in
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Children only age 5 - 11: 2:30pm - 5pm
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*check GAJ for specific children’s (5+) clinics & times
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Appointments now open on NBS.
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Sydenham Pantry, Community Hub, Fairfax Road, Bridgwater, TA6 4HX
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Wednesday 20th July: 1pm - 6pm
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Bridgwater Community Hospital, Bower
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Children only age 5+: 2:30pm - 5pm
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*check GAJ for specific children’s (5+) clinics & times
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Hamp Pantry, Grenville House, Rhode Lane, Bridgwater, TA6 6JE
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Thursday 7th & 21st July: 1pm - 6pm
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Somerset West and Taunton
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Tower Vaccination Centre: Tower Road, Taunton, TA1 4AF
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Book a Children only age 5+:
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*check GAJ for specific children’s (5+) clinics & times
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Appointments now open on NBS.
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Minehead Community Hospital, Luttrell Way, Minehead, TA24 6DF
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Every Tuesday: 8:30am - 7pm
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Children only age 5+: 2:30pm - 7pm
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*check GAJ for specific children’s (5+) clinics & times
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Wiveliscombe Community Hall, West St, Wiveliscombe, Taunton, TA4 2JP
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Wednesday 6th & 20th July: 2pm - 4:30pm
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Wellington Community Hospital, Bulford Lane, Wellington, TA21 8QQ
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Tuesday until 5th July. Every Thursday: 9am - 5pm
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Children only age 5+: 2pm - 5pm
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*check GAJ for specific children’s (5+) clinics & times
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Fleet Air Arm Museum, RNAS Yeovilton, Ilchester, BA22 8HT
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16th, 19th, 21st, 24th, 26th, 28th, 30th July: 9am - 4:30pm
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All vaccinations from age 5+
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Chard Leisure Centre, Fore St, Chard, TA20 1GR
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Sat 16th & Sun 17th July: 9am - 5pm
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Wincanton Community Hall, (Verrington Vaccination Centre) Dancing Lane, Wincanton, BA9 9DQ
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Mon- Fri: 8:30am - 2pm (18+ only)
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2:30pm - 5:30pm (5 - 11 only)
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Mendip
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Cheese and Grain, Markey Yard, Justice Lane, Frome. BA11 1BE
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Tuesday 14th July: 2pm - 7pm
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Public Health catch-up film
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In this week’s Public Health catch-up film, Clinton highlights the importance of checking your blood pressure.
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It’s estimated that 1 in 10 adults have abnormally high blood pressure, or hypertension, but don’t know it. More than two hundred blood pressure monitor kits are available for loan from libraries around Somerset as part of an initiative to encourage everyone to check their blood pressure.
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Professor Trudi Grant, Somerset County Council’s Director of Public Health, said: “High blood pressure usually has no symptoms which is why many people don’t know they have it. The only way to find out is to have regular blood pressure checks and that is why we are making them as widely accessible as possible. The good news is if you know you have high blood pressure, some small lifestyle changes combined with medication where necessary can help lower high blood pressure and in turn lower the risk of stroke and heart attack.”
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Have your say on Somerset SEND services
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Somerset County Council, NHS Somerset Clinical Commissioning Group and Somerset Parent Carer Forum are keen to hear from children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), their families, professionals and health colleagues to help shape Somerset’s SEND services going forward.
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Anyone who has been in contact with Somerset SEND services (for whatever reason) over the past year is invited to share their views and experiences in the annual SEND survey.
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The anonymous survey runs until Monday 19 September. Different versions are available for children, young people, family members, health and council colleagues and those with special access needs. Paper versions will also be available via schools. The results will be published this autumn.
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Census 2021 results
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The census happens every 10 years and gives a picture of all the people and households in England and Wales.
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The census questions answered help organisations make decisions on planning and funding public services in your area, including transport, education and healthcare.
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We want to hear from you
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Your feedback is valuable to us and we'd like to receive more from you and your communities. Information on issues you are spotting locally will help us to reduce barriers to accessing healthcare. Use the button below to give us your details and we'll give you a call back.
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Local Helplines
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Mendip District Council call 0300 303 8588
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Sedgemoor District Council call 0300 303 7800
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South Somerset District Council call 01935 462462
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Somerset West and Taunton Council call 0300 304 8000
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Somerset County Council call 0300 123 22224
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Resources and Further Information:
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