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The usual processes the NHS follows to discharge you from hospital have changed since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. Here’s what you can expect when it’s time to leave hospital.

Our volunteers carried out an enter and view visit at Cirencester Health Group.

Our volunteers carried out an enter and view visit at Severnside Medical Practice in Gloucester.

Do you struggle to speak to your doctor about your medical concerns? You’re not alone. Take a look at our top tips to make the most out of your GP appointment.

Our volunteers carried out an enter and view visit at Bramble House, Gloucester.

People have told us they can have problems registering with a GP. This article explains more about your rights and what do to if you are refused the right to register.

Find out what support is available to help you when travelling to your GP, hospital or other NHS services.

What are the challenges and what support will make a difference?

The cost of living crisis has put many people under financial strain, and prescription costs are more than some can afford. Find out what help is out there to help you cover the cost of your medication.

The One Gloucestershire Integrated Care System (ICS) came into power in July 2022. Since then, we have been finding out how well different health and care services are working together to provide quality joined up care for people in Gloucestershire. We will report back regularly to NHS and social care decision makers, and here on our website, on some of the stories you are sharing with us and the issues that are emerging in what we hear from local people.

Names have been changed to protect the identity of the people in this story. 

The wait for planned medical care or surgery can be frustrating. That’s why you must get regular and accessible updates while you wait.

The One Gloucestershire Integrated Care System (ICS) came into power in July 2022. Since then, we have been finding out how well different health and care services are working together to provide quality joined up care for people in Gloucestershire. We will report back regularly to NHS and social care decision makers, and here on our website, on some of the stories you are sharing with us and the issues that are emerging in what we hear from local people.

Names have been changed to protect the identity of the people in this story.