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Swine flu jabs ready to roll in Bristol - almost

Saturday, October 17, 2009

GP practices in the Bristol area are prepared to start their swine flu vaccination programme – as soon as the vaccines turn up.

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Can Bristol charity justify new signs ahead of saving hospice?

Saturday, October 17, 2009

Bristol's St Peter's Hospice is spending thousands of pounds on new signs for its charity shops, despite deciding to close its Knowle hospice.

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Green light for multi-million pound MRI scanner at Weston

Saturday, October 17, 2009

Plans have been approved for a £2.9 million state-of-the-art scanner room at Weston General Hospital.

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Donated new logo sees Bristol-based Brace stand out from the crowd

Friday, October 16, 2009

Bristol-based Alzheimer's charity Brace has a bright new logo.

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Teen health roadshow in North Somerset

Friday, October 16, 2009

A teenage health roadshow which toured North Somerset giving teenagers advice on issues including drug abuse and active lifestyles has been hailed a...

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TVs keep Bristol cancer patients in the picture

Thursday, October 15, 2009

A cancer hospital has benefited from a donation of 49 televisions to keep patients entertained during their stay.

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Bristol planners back new Southmead Hospital

Thursday, October 15, 2009

Bristol planners have recommended that plans for a new hospital at Southmead should be given the go-ahead.

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Bristol ambulance service given weak rating

Thursday, October 15, 2009

The ambulance service that responds to emergencies in the Bristol area and a city hospital trust have been rated as weak by a health regulator.

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Zambezi Express stops off at Bristol Children's Hospital

Thursday, October 15, 2009

Youngsters at the Children's Hospital were treated to a colourful display of dancing and singing when performers from the Zambezi Express dropped in...

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