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fit20 Exeter expands with new studio opening in Torquay

Award-winning Exeter-based fit20 was opened at Phillip House six years ago by entrepreneur Duncan Attwood. Based on just one 20-minute workout per week, fit20 is scientifically proven to significantly improve muscle strength and overall health. It has been so successful Mr. Attwood has expanded by setting up a second studio in Torquay as part of his growing franchise.

Duncan Attwood...

NHS recommends simple steps to avoid winter bugs as flu cases rise in Devon hospitals

The NHS in Devon is reminding everyone of the simple steps they can take to protect their health as they gear up for end of year festivities.

Get vaccinated

Winter illnesses, including flu, COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), are circulating widely, with emergency department attendances on the rise. We strongly encourage everyone eligible, especially the elderly...

Patrick Agnew (left), Devon Young Carers Service Manager, receives a cheque from Wine World owner Ju

Honiton wine tasting fundraiser pours over £1,200 into the coffers of Westbank’s Devon Young Carers

A wine tasting evening hosted by Wine World in Honiton in the runup to Christmas has left a very pleasant ‘after taste’ for the Exminster-based health and wellbeing charity Westbank Community Health and Care and its Devon Young Carers service.

The event held at Markaness Hall in Honiton was incredibly well attended and raised a magnificent £1,263.50.

Julian Packer, owner of...

Westbank’s gym-users benefit from world-class kit thanks to Exeter Chiefs Foundation

A generous donation from the Exeter Chiefs Foundation has enabled Westbank Community Health and Care to kit out its accessible gym in Exminster with a fantastic new piece of equipment, offering the same functionality for both disabled and able-bodied users.

The compact Equalizer 6000 is one of the most effective multi-gyms in the world. Designed by a paraplegic and fully adaptive for...

Charity’s celebration to thank its army of volunteers

More than 40 volunteers have attended a special celebration organised by Westbank Community Health and Care to thank them for their tireless hard work and dedication throughout the year.

The Exminster based charity relies on an army of volunteers to deliver its extensive range of health and wellbeing services across Devon. These include Devon Carers, which supports around 32,000 unpaid...

Westbank's newest trustee Pam Smith

Westbank’s newest trustee brings wealth of health service experience

Westbank Community Health and Care’s newest trustee, semi-retired health worker Pam Smith, has attended her first board meeting for the charity this month.

70-year-old Pam, from Alphington in Exeter, has worked in senior health service management roles for more than 20 years, including as a PCT Chief Executive. Since 2013 she has worked on a freelance basis supporting general practice...

UK’s largest health research programme opens 11 new clinics in October 2024, including Torquay

Our Future Health, the UK’s largest health research programme is opening appointments in 11 new locations in October 2024, with 203 clinics in total across the UK.

Our Future Health mobile clinics will visit car parks in Barton Upon Humber, Brixton, Consett, Driffield, Ellesmere Port, Leigh, Northallerton, Plymouth, Sittingbourne, Torquay and Worksop.

All Our Future Health...

Double win for charity's volunteers in the BBC Make A Difference awards

Two volunteers for Devon charity Westbank Community Health and Care have been recognised at this year’s BBC Radio Devon Make A Difference awards, which celebrate people who genuinely make a difference in communities across the county.

Jane Taylor and Arthur Harman received their trophies from BBC Radio Devon presenters at a ceremony on Wednesday, held at Winslade Park in Clyst St Mary...

Help your ambulance service this August bank holiday

The South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) is encouraging people to use the right healthcare for them this August bank holiday weekend as the region prepares for a further influx of visitors.

Residents and tourists to the South West are reminded to only dial 999 in a life-threatening emergency.

Bank holiday weekends can be a busy time for 999 services...

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ONLINE Information Lecture – A Natural Path to Health for Body and Soul through the Teaching of Bruno Groening

ONLINE Information Lecture – A Natural Path to Health for Body and Soul through the Teaching of Bruno Groening

THERE IS NO INCURABLE” (Bruno Groening)

Attendees will hear about ‘Healing on the Spiritual Path’. People from the locality will present healings and uplifting experiences they have made.

REGISTER BY EMAIL AT: lectures@bruno-groening.org

CONTACT : +353 87 1385456 OR +44 7738 533322

TIME: 7 pm - 7.50 pm

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