Record numbers of people offered flu vaccine
New research from Public Health England (PHE) suggests that the risk of death more than doubled for people who tested positive for both flu and COVID-19, compared to those with COVID-19 alone. The …
Health
Warning about eye health during pandemic
Many South Devon people have missed out on vital eye tests since lockdown, potentially putting their eyesight and wider health at risk. This is the warning from Torquay optician Simon Simmonds duri…
Torbay and South Devon patients to benefit from improved hospital emergency department
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust will receive £9m Government funding, part of £29.7m allocated to five Trusts in the South West, to expand and upgrade its Emergency Department (ED). The fu…
Optometrists beat COVID-19 disruption to get first-class degrees
Two talented Torbay women have set their sights on a bright future after graduating as optometrists with top honours. Sylvie Antrobus and Agi Solya recently graduated from Plymouth University’s Sch…
Rheumatology team celebrated by national health award
An NHS Rheumatology Team in Torbay and South Devon has been recognised for innovative work with patients who have praised the support they have received. The specialist team, based at Torbay Hospit…
Local people quiz NHS during online public meetings on Teignmouth and Dawlish proposal
Local people asked questions on topics ranging from parking and population growth to COVID-19 readiness and GP branch surgeries during the first online public meeting held as part of an NHS consultati…
Doctors in Devon issue urgent reminders: face-to-face GP appointments still available, only come go A&E in an emergency
People in Devon are being reassured they will still get a face-to-face appointment at their local practice if their GP thinks they need one, and that they should only go to hospital A&E department…
New mobile clinics reaching out to protect the at-risk from blood borne disease
A joint NHS and charity community health project in Torbay is staging mobile ‘pop-up’ clinics supporting a national initiative to eradicate a disease which causes liver damage. People at risk from …
COVID-19 Mobile Testing Centre update
If you have symptoms of COVID-19 you can go to the mobile testing site at Lymington Road in Torquay, TQ1 4BD, but you will need to book online first. To request a test follow this link: Apply for a c…
Choose the right service for your needs over Summer Bank Holiday
Doctors in Devon are providing essential advice to people across the county on how to choose the right service for them if they feel unwell this August Bank Holiday weekend. GP practices will be not …
Dramatic rise in demand for mental health support during Covid-19
Dramatic rise in demand for mental health support during Covid-19 sees Independent Living West Country increase staff numbers by 51% Demand for support for individuals suffering with acute mental hea…
Out of hours mental health support
Are you feeling, overwhelmed, anxious or depressed? Are you afraid of tomorrow? Is your mental health currently feeling fragile? If you don’t know where to turn to get mental health support or if yo…
Take precautions against potentially dangerous fleas and ticks
People across South Devon are being warned about the potentially life-threatening dangers of ticks and fleas this summer. Walkers, gardeners and anyone enjoying South Devon’s green spaces are advised…
The NHS in Devon is here for you – reassurance as county prepares to welcome summer visitors
The NHS in Devon has measures in place to keep local people and visitors safe as the county welcomes thousands of holidaymakers for the summer season. With restrictions on holiday stays and day-tri…