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Proposals for future NHS commissioning arrangements: Engagement period now closed
The first stage of engagement on future NHS commissioning arrangements in Buckinghamshire Oxfordshire and Berkshire West has closed.
Your views on developing a mental health crisis cafe in Berkshire West
We'd like your views about developing a mental health crisis cafe in Berkshire West.
Campaign launched to make people more aware of antibiotic overuse and misuse
A campaign launched today (Monday 18th) to make people more aware of antibiotic overuse and misuse.
Baby Safety Film Takes Top Award
A film made by local health chiefs and players from London Irish Rugby Club has scooped a top national award.
Fight Against Flu Begins
A wide ranging campaign to promote flu vaccinations and encourage people to look after themselves over winter is being launched by local health chiefs and Reading Borough Council this week.
The future arrangements for NHS commissioning in your area
We are asking for views on proposals about the future of commissioning arrangements in Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Berkshire West.
There was no nodding off at half-time during Saturday’s London Irish match!
An NHS campaign film aimed at saving babies’ lives was shown on the big screen to rugby fans at the London Irish match at Reading’s Madejski Stadium.
In my view: Cathy Winfield on improving residents' quality of life
I spend many hours studying health statistics, data, facts and figures as part of my work. And one figure that’s really hit home is the 3.7 million consultations with local GPs in Berkshire West last year.Whilst it’s great to see that our GPs are such a trusted option, we have to bear in mind the other important factors which help people lead healthy lives. Research shows thing ...
Local GP appointed an OBE in the outgoing Prime Minister’s honours list
Dr Deborah Milligan, a GP at Swallowfield Medical Practice has been appointed an OBE for her services to public health.
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