Residents being urged to connect with nature in bid to improve mental health
Research has shown that one in four people will experience mental health issues each year. Bath Echo …
Health
New city centre COVID-19 rapid testing site opens to replace Apex Hotel
There are more than 40 sites across Bath and North East Somerset where people can collect a test kit. Bath Echo …
RUH welcomes expansion of e-scooter trial to include Combe Park site
The Royal United Hospital was recently included in an expanded trial zone for the Voi E-Scooters. Bath Echo …
Ambulance service urges caution following increase in unnecessary 999 calls
The ambulance service has dealt with a noticeable increase in emergency incidents since 29th March. Bath Echo …
Volunteers being sought for COVID-19 and flu vaccination trial at the RUH
It is not yet known whether booster vaccination doses may be required to give continued protection. Bath Echo …
Staff raise thousands for RUH night porter who is retiring after 17 years
Each night he worked, Richard would bring in boxes of chocolates for staff to snack on during their shift. Bath Echo …
Patients and staff benefit from new virtual ward rounds at Bath hospital
The new ways of working have proven successful in reducing disruption on wards at the hospital. Bath Echo …
Community input to be sought for Bath hospital’s £450 million funding bid
The RUH in Bath was one of 21 trusts to be selected to bid for a share of £3.7 billion. Bath Echo …
Businesses complete charity challenge raising more than £17k for the RUH
The Make It Grow Corporate Challenge was organised by the hospital’s charity The Forever Friends Appeal. Bath Echo …
Rapid COVID-19 test site for asymptomatic key workers being opened in Bath
Approximately one in three people who have coronavirus will experience no symptoms. Bath Echo …