Welcome to NHS North Somerset

We are responsible for addressing the health needs of people who live in North Somerset – from Portishead to Weston-super-Mare and Long Ashton to Blagdon. On this website you will find information on our Board, our mission statement, our services, our latest news as well as how to contact us.

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As part of the changes to the NHS brought about by the Health and Social Care Act 2012, Primary Care Trusts (PCTs) and Strategic Health Authorities (SHAs) ceased to exist on 31 March 2013. Their responsibilities were taken over by a range of new organisations, some of which are detailed below.

The content of this site was captured by British Library Web Archive in March 2013 and is available here:
www.webarchive.org.uk/ukwa/collection/117342234/page/1

Local information

Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs) - Made up of local GPs, nurses and other professionals are responsible for commissioning services for local communities.

North Somerset CCG plans and funds health services for North Somerset, please visit:
www.northsomersetccg.nhs.uk

North Somerset Council has taken over the responsibility for public health for the population of North Somerset, please visit:

http://www.n-somerset.gov.uk/

For Bristol CCG, please visit:
www.bristolccg.nhs.uk/

Bristol City Council has taken over the responsibility for public health for the population of Bristol, please visit:
www.bristol.gov.uk/page/health-and-adult-care.

For South Gloucestershire CCG, please visit:
www.southgloucestershireccg.nhs.uk/

South Gloucestershire Council has taken over the responsibility for public health for the population of South Gloucestershire, please visit:
www.southglos.gov.uk

National information

NHS England - At the heart of the new health and care system making sure that NHS services deliver the best possible care for patients.

Public Health England - Provides public health leadership and expertise, and works to improve the nation's health and wellbeing, and to reduce health inequalities.

Health Education England - Responsible for the education, training and development of the healthcare workforce.

NHS Choices - Provides information on conditions, treatments, local services and healthy living.

Where to go if you need urgent care

In times of an accident or a medical emergency understanding what options are available will help you to get the best care as quickly as possible.

We want to ensure that people choose the right service for their needs, and that hospital services are freed up to treat people who really need A&E and other specialist services. Choosing the right health service for your needs enables you to get the best treatment for your condition.

Remember, only call 999 in a critical or life-threatening situation:

If you or a family member or friend has had a fall or is unwell there are many options available in the area, including a minor injury unit at Clevedon Hospital.

You can make an appointment at your GP surgery while community pharmacists are a good source of help and advice. If you need a GP in the evening or at weekends call 0845 121 0235.

Minor Injuries Unit at Clevedon Hospital
If your injury is not serious, go to the minor injuries unit (MIU) at Clevedon Hospital. The MIU is open 7 days a week from 8am – 9pm, including bank holidays. Patients can be booked in up until 8pm. Telephone: Clevedon Hospital Reception: 01275 872212

NHS Direct
NHS Direct is a 24-hour nurse advice and health information service.
Telephone: 0845 4647
NHS Direct Online: www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk

NHS North Somerset Clinical Commissioning Group achieves authorisation

NHS North Somerset Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) has been authorised by the NHS Commissioning Board. Dr Mary Backhouse has been formally confirmed as the Clinical Accountable Officer. More information.

Pregnant women urged to get vaccinated as whopping cough cases continue to rise

Local health chiefs are urging pregnant women to get vaccinated and protect themselves and their unborn babies, as cases of whooping cough across Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire continue to rise. And parents were also urged to ensure that their children were also vaccinated against whooping cough on time, even the babies of women who had received the vaccination during pregnancy.

Locally the number of cases are amongst the highest in England – approximately 2.5 times higher than the average for England.