RUH Bath

16/11/2025

Our hospital is really busy at the moment.

Please consider your healthcare options to Help Us Help You.
💊 Pharmacists can offer clinical advice for a range of minor illnesses.
🏥 Contact 111.nhs.uk for urgent care, or 999 in an emergency only.

We will see all patients who come to hospital, but it may take slightly longer than usual.

15/11/2025

Industrial action is taking place until 7am on Wednesday 19 November. If you have an appointment, please attend as planned. We will contact you if it needs to be rescheduled.

Our urgent and emergency care and other essential services remain open as normal. If you or someone else is seriously ill or injured, or their life is at risk, please seek help immediately - ring 999 or go to A&E.

For other injuries and illnesses, please consider your healthcare options to help us help you. There is more information on our website:
https://www.ruh.nhs.uk/patients/emergency/other_info.asp

14/11/2025

The COVID-19 vaccine is now available for people most at risk, including older adults, care home residents and those with weakened immune systems.

If you’re eligible, book your vaccine today. ⬇️

https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/vaccination-and-booking-services/

14/11/2025

The RUH is currently very busy 🚑

Please consider your healthcare options to Help Us Help You.

💊 Pharmacists can offer clinical advice for a range of minor illnesses.

🏥 Contact 111.nhs.uk for urgent care, or 999 in an emergency only.

We will see all patients who come to the hospital, but it may take slightly longer than usual.

14/11/2025

🚨 Resident Doctors Strike: 14–19 November 🚨

The British Medical Association (BMA) has announced strike action by resident (junior) doctors from from 7am on Friday 14 November until 7am on Wednesday 19 November.

Here’s what you need to know:
✅ During these strikes, all other NHS staff (including consultants and other specialist doctors) will still be working, and the focus of the NHS will be on ensuring as many services as possible continue to operate safely.

🏥 Emergency care remains available. If you or someone else is seriously ill or injured, or their life is at risk, please seek help immediately – call 999 or go to A&E.

📅 Appointments: If you haven’t been contacted, attend your appointment as planned. We’ll let you know if it needs to be rescheduled.

⏳ Expect delays: With fewer doctors available, less urgent care may take longer.
Please use services wisely:
• Use 111 online for non-urgent health needs
• Only call 999 in life-threatening emergencies

💊 Pharmacists can offer clinical advice for a range of minor illnesses such as; sinusitis, a sore throat, ear ache, impetigo, shingles or a UTI.
🩺 GP and dental practices remain open – attend as usual unless told otherwise.

🧰 Be prepared:
• Order repeat prescriptions in advance (via the NHS App or your GP)
• Ensure you have a fully stocked first aid kit at home or with you.
• Check in on vulnerable family, friends, and neighbours

13/11/2025

This week our shout out goes to the fantastic
Trauma Assessment Unit (TAU) team👏

Thank you for showing such kindness to the people we care for 💙

12/11/2025

Our Discharge Lounge is a relaxing environment away from our wards where patients can wait for medication and transport when they are ready to return to the place they call home. It's staffed by friendly registered nurses and support workers who are there to help.

By using the Discharge Lounge, you're also helping other patients by freeing up beds for those in need of care.

If your loved one is ready to leave hospital, you can help us by collecting them promptly, stocking the fridge and medicine cabinet and turning on the heating.

12/11/2025

🚨 Resident Doctors Strike: 14–19 November 🚨

The British Medical Association (BMA) has announced strike action by resident (junior) doctors from from 7am on Friday 14 November until 7am on Wednesday 19 November.

Here’s what you need to know:

✅ During these strikes, all other NHS staff (including consultants and other specialist doctors) will still be working, and the focus of the NHS will be on ensuring as many services as possible continue to operate safely.

🏥 Emergency care remains available. If you or someone else is seriously ill or injured, or their life is at risk, please seek help immediately – call 999 or go to A&E.

📅 Appointments: If you haven’t been contacted, attend your appointment as planned. We’ll let you know if it needs to be rescheduled.

⏳ Expect delays: With fewer doctors available, less urgent care may take longer.
Please use services wisely:
• Use 111 online for non-urgent health needs
• Only call 999 in life-threatening emergencies

💊 Pharmacists can offer clinical advice for a range of minor illnesses such as; sinusitis, a sore throat, ear ache, impetigo, shingles or a UTI.

🩺 GP and dental practices remain open – attend as usual unless told otherwise.

🧰 Be prepared:
• Order repeat prescriptions in advance (via the NHS App or your GP)
• Ensure you have a fully stocked first aid kit at home or with you.
• Check in on vulnerable family, friends, and neighbours

11/11/2025

This morning, staff and patients gathered to mark Armistice Day, remembering military and civilian sacrifices made in conflicts across the world.

The full service is linked in the comments and is available to watch back in your own time.

11/11/2025

11/11/2025

Flu can be very unpleasant for young children and sometimes cause serious illness.

If your child is 2 or 3, they can get a free NHS nasal spray flu vaccine.

👉 Book now at your GP surgery or a participating pharmacy in the NHS App.

More info ➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/child-flu-vaccine/

10/11/2025

💡 Need help with a common health issue? Your local pharmacist might be all you need! 💊
No need to wait for a GP appointment – community pharmacists are trained to assess, treat, and even provide prescription medicine for 7 everyday conditions:
🔹 Sinusitis (12+ years)
🔹 Sore throat (5+ years)
🔹 Earache (1–17 years)
🔹 Infected insect bites (1+ year)
🔹 Impetigo (1+ year)
🔹 Shingles (18+ years)
🔹 UTIs (women aged 16–64)
💬 They can also provide oral contraception – no prescription, no GP visit required.

🏥 Located in the heart of your community, pharmacies offer expert advice, private consultations, and no need to book ahead.

🧭 If you need further support, they’ll point you in the right direction.

💚 Think Pharmacy First – quick, convenient care from your trusted local team.

🔗 Find out more: nhs.uk/thinkpharmacyfirst