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The results of the GP Patient Survey 2025 are in - here are the best rated GP surgeries in England as voted for by patients.

The best rated GP surgeries in England where patients are happiest

Dr Hilary Jones prepares to leave the Practice Plus Group Hospital in Birmingham after his hip replacement surgery.

TV's Dr Hilary Jones travels 360-miles - to bypass NHS waiting lists

Resident doctors have voted to go on strike this July over a pay dispute.

The dates that resident doctors will go on strike this summer

With temperatures set to soar to the 30s over the summer, the threat of heatstroke at an outdoor event such as a festival is a very real problem.

How to handle the heat during the remaining outdoor concerts this year

Cllr Coombes Screenshot Health Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Monday, 7th July, 2025

Councillor brands NHS report "woke nonsense" over term 'birthing people'

The foods you should feed your children - according to NHS guidance

The foods you should feed your children - according to NHS guidance

Hydro-pool at the Bedford MS Therapy Centre

Hydrotherapy made possible thanks to Frank Branston Charitable Trust

Allergic reactions to wasp stings can be fatal.

How to treat a wasp sting and spot signs of an allergic reaction

The Prime Minister has launched the NHS 10 year health plan.

The 3 things that could change for you under the 10 year health plan

Last data has revealed that nearly one in three cancer patients are waiting longer for their first treatment.

The best performing hospital trusts for first cancer treatment

54 per cent of those not seeking support blamed the long waits for treatment via the health service

Adults with chronic pain cite long NHS wait times for poor treatment
Four in five people living with chronic pain are hiding their condition – held back by stigma, ineffective treatments, and long NHS waiting times.
Oliver Lewis

Four key sun safety tips as the Met Office forecasts temperatures to exceed 30°C in some parts of the UK.

Watch: Four key sun safety tips as temperatures surge in the UK

How much sleep children need varies depending on how old they are

The time you should send your child to bed at every age

Felicity Cox, the chief executive of the care board, said she was pleased with the figures

Fall in people waiting more than a year for NHS treatment in Bedfordshire

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Doctor warns of growing risk of easy access to weight loss jabs

Darren Roe

Beds operator reveals how modern buses can play crucial role in environmental ch...

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Fewer female genital mutilation victims seen by NHS services in Bedfordshire

(Photo: Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

Soaring NHS job demand faces vacancy crisis despite career interest

Should you be worried about rabies when on holiday?

How to avoid rabies and what to do if you're exposed on holiday

A third of medical professional believe beds are currently blocked by people in hospital who would be able to go home sooner

NHS bed blocking crisis fuelled by poor quality incontinence care

Measles is highly contagious and can lead to serious complications or in some cases death.

Measles hotspots - areas with the highest number of cases this year

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More than 100k patients waiting for routine treatment at Bedfordshire hospitals

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East West Rail: £2.5billion funding confirmed by chancellor

There have been 13 cases recorded of the new Covid variant in the UK.

New Covid strain found in the UK - signs and symptoms to look out for

Not everyone can give blood, these are the common health conditions that mean you can't be a donor.

The common health conditions that could stop you from giving blood

New figures show more people are now able to get a GP appointment

GPs in Bedfordshire offering 16% more appointments than last year

Mega Star, Yungblud brings his festival BludFest to Milton Keynes National Bowl

Yungblud and Tickets for Good unite to give NHS Staff access to BludFest 2025
Internationally acclaimed musician and performer Yungblud has donated a large allocation of tickets to NHS workers for his bespoke festival, BludFest.
James Bingham

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Violence and aggression against health workers "becoming routine"

Around 10 people die in the UK every year from bee and wasp stings.

How to treat summer bug bites and stings - and when to call 999

Data released by the UK Health Security Agency shows 905 of the 2,401 pregnant women (38%) registered with GPs in Bedford received a flu vaccination during the most recent winter flu season

More pregnant women in Bedford are getting the flu jab

Stuart (right) with his wife Aileen and two of his four children, Keane and Arran.

Bedford dad’s plea for life-extending cancer treatment

Sean Smith showing Richard Fuller The Manor Hospital's new minor procedures unit.

MP praises staff at The Manor Hospital helping to bring down waiting lists

Adults can also benefit from spending time with animals - Animal News Agency

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The 13 best rated GP surgeries in Bedfordshire and Milton Keynes - as voted for by patients.

The 13 best rated GP surgeries in Bedfordshire and Milton Keynes

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Major supermarket to end Blue Light Card discounts for key workers

Mr Girish Vajramani, neurosurgeon at University Hospital Southampton specialising in functional neurosurgery and pain management, particularly neuropathic pain.

One in three adults misdiagnosed with depression are living with chronic pain

With cases on the rise, this is how to tell the difference between hay fever and Covid symptoms.

How to tell the difference between hay fever and Covid as cases rise

PCC John Tizard

Neighbourhood policing, prevention and more: Bedfordshire Police and Crime Commi...

Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes are in line to receive almost £1.7 million as part of biggest public investment in GP facilities for five years

Three GP surgeries to be modernised as part of Government's £102m upgrade

New research has suggested that low levels of Vitamin B2 deficiency are linked to cognitive dysfunction.

Warning as low levels of this vitamin could increase dementia risk

Pharmacists are warning those eligible for a Covid booster to get their jab as cases continue to rise.

Brits warned of Covid risk this Bank Holiday weekend as cases surge

Professor Vik Veer

Bedford drivers warned as research reveals sleep apnoea significantly increases ...

Over half have suffered discomfort for more than a year

Eight in 10 Brits suffer chronic pain - say life is 'on hold'
Eight in 10 Brits have experienced chronic aches and pains – with a third admitting their lives are currently ‘on hold’ as a result.
Steve Richmond

Covid cases have been on the rise in the UK.

Covid symptoms to look out for after Easter as cases rise

The Easter holidays will impact the opening hours of your doctor's surgery.

Are GPs open over the Easter weekend? What to do if you get sick

Nicola Richardson

Local author reaches finals of SME Bedfordshire Business Awards

This is the exact amount of water you should drink each day.

The exact amount of water you should drink as temperatures soar

How to avoid sunburn as temperatures start to rise.

Met Office issue warning over sunburn risk - how to protect yourself

Children with this common skin condition may be more likely to suffer from hay fever later in life.

Warning sign your child may suffer with hay fever later in life

The exact date to order your repeat prescriptions to get them in time for Easter according to a pharmacist.

The last date you can order repeat prescriptions in time for Easter

A skin expert has outlined five warning signs of skin cancer.

Skin cancer symptoms: five warning signs according to a skin expert

The spring Covid booster vaccination programme is currently underway.

Warning over slump in elderly getting spring Covid boosters

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Education 'most important thing' in tackling endometriosis delays

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