New diagnostic centre at Yeovil Hospital gets green light from planners
PLANS for a new diagnostic centre at Yeovil hospital have been given the green light. The state-of-the-art facility is…
Deadline approaching for Covid and flu jab bookings in Dorset
MORE than 215,000 people in Dorset have had a Covid vaccine ahead of the autumn and winter months -…
Blandford and village surgeries closing after “sudden passing” of member of staff
A NUMBER of Dorset surgeries will close for an hour today (December 11) after sad news of the “sudden…
Mental health accommodation to open at Pepperell House in Shaftesbury
ACCOMMODATION to help people leaving mental health care reintegrate in the community is set to open in Shaftesbury. The site,…
Entry open for 2024 air ambulance Coast to Coast Cycle Challenge
REGISTRATION for a charity cycle taking in some of Somerset and Dorset’s most spectacular scenery is open. The 2024 Dorset…
AI tech to identify vulnerable NHS patients in bid to prevent falls and hospital visits
AI technology is set to browse medical records in a bid to identify patients who may need support -…
Dorset Police warning over Lloyds Pharmacy email scams
PEOPLE are being warned of a scam email being sent purporting to be from a pharmacy. Scammers are currently targeting…
Boots pharmacy in Wincanton to close in March, says town council
BOOTS in Wincanton is closing next year, it has been claimed. The store, in the High Street, is understood to…
Bereavement support on offer at cafe gatherings
BEREAVEMENT support will be on offer at drop-in sessions in Weymouth and Dorchester this month. Bereavement Cafes offering advice and…
Wincanton Hospital staff recognised for 80 years’ combined service
THE service and dedication of two staff members at Wincanton Hospital – who have racked up more than 80…
