COVID-19 Testing update for Torbay
The mobile testing unit at Torquay Coach Station in Lymington Road will be there until at least Tuesday 22 December. If you have symptoms of coronavirus it is essential that you self-isolate and ar…
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Healthwatch launch survey for carers
A new survey has been launched in Torbay to try to find out more about local carers’ experiences getting support in the Bay. Healthwatch Torbay, the local consumer champion for Health and Social Care…
Dartmouth Health and Wellbeing Centre plans approved
Exciting plans for a modern £4.7 million health and wellbeing centre in Dartmouth have today been approved at a meeting of South Hams District Council’s Development Management Committee. This means To…
PHE urges South West to get tested for HIV to avoid late diagnosis
This World AIDS Day, Public Health England is urging residents across the South West to get tested regularly for HIV as almost half (43%) of new cases in 2019 were a late diagnosis, which can signific…
New organ donation law in England already saving lives
Friday 20 November marks six months since Max and Keira’s Law (Organ Donation (Deemed Consent) Act 2020) came into effect in England and saw the country shift to an ‘opt out’ system for organ donation…
NHS project that helps patients see their GP from the safety of their home in line for award treble
A Devon Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) project is in the running for three of England’s most prestigious healthcare awards. The Devon Digital Accelerator (DDA), which works with GP practices to i…
Coronavirus testing update for Torbay
The mobile testing unit at Torquay Coach Station in Lymington Road will be there until at least Monday 23 November. If you have symptoms of coronavirus it is essential that you self-isolate and arran…
Keep your eyes safely on the road
South Devon opticians have urged drivers to look after their sight to avoid harming themselves or others. For Road Safety Week (November 16-22), statistics from Specsavers’ road safety partner char…
Standing Tall against Domestic Abuse in Torbay
A wide range of local organisations from the Torbay Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence Community Partnership have launched a new support service called Standing Tall Torbay. Community groups includin…
Plymouth blood donors urged to keep donating
NHS Blood and Transplant is appealing to blood donors in Plymouth and the surrounding areas to keep donating as normal if they are fit and healthy. Plymouth Donor Centre remains open with appointment…
Coronavirus testing update for Torbay
Coronavirus cases in Torbay are continuing to rise. If you have symptoms it is essential that you self-isolate and arrange to get tested.Whilst waiting for your test results you must continue to self-…
Eye-scream – experts warn of novelty contact lens dangers in South Devon
South Devon people planning on dressing up this Halloween are being urged to void having a ‘sight-mare’ by looking after their eyes. Specsavers Teignmouth store staff are hoping that fancy dress re…
New app connects multiple sclerosis patients with trusted advice
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust has launched a new digital self-management app for local people with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). The app, one of the first NHS MS apps in the country with loc…
NHS organisations working together to manage COVID-19
NHS organisations across Devon are sharing their resources and expertise to manage the impact of the coronavirus pandemic, prepare for winter and keep essential services running.As COVID-19 infections…