You kept me going. You can change your choices at any time by visiting your privacy controls. BBC presenter David Garmston caught legionnaires' disease while on holiday in Majorca. Points West presenter David Garmston said he had a wonderful family holiday to the Spanish island in August but, having felt fine during his time abroad, he started to feel unwell when he came back. The NUJ welcomes the BBCs commitment to swiftly share vital data on equality impact and stress risk assessments. "That is one of my memories, I just looked forward to seeing them. WebDavid Garmston Please use the search above if you cannot find the record you require. Were just delighted hes getting his strength back, she added. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. But in terms of what the viewers and listeners will see or hear from Whiteladies Road, there will be two main differences, albeit with a raft of redundancies and voluntary redundancies among production teams and journalists behind the scenes. Read our, {{#verifyErrors}} {{message}} {{/verifyErrors}} {{^verifyErrors}} {{message}} {{/verifyErrors}}. WebJ. "The next thing I remember an ambulance arrived, although I can barely remember that, and then I woke up in hospital. Weve have been increasingly inundated with emails. Hes clearly so loved and we miss him hugely at work. "I just put it down to being a bit anxious about things, but I was obviously quite ill at that time and didn't realise it.". 1 David A Garmston. "I just put it down to being a bit anxious about things, but I was obviously quite ill at that time and didn't realise it.". Through Twitter, the journalist announced his departure from the network. The TV presenter said he was put on antibiotics and, as he was still having difficulties breathing, he was moved from a respiratory ward to the intensive care unit (ICU) as a precaution in case he needed to be ventilated. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. ". There will be a new operating model for regional TV news, which will mean our 13 TV newsrooms are consistent across the country, a spokesperson said. Tesco has now apologised for the smell, and claimed staff are working on the issue. Why should I be out of mind because I am out of sight? But those services were created more than 50 years ago, have changed very little and need significant reinvention. A BBC presenter caught a 'very rare' disease while on holiday in Majorca and ended up having to spend a week battling in intensive care. A true trooper after 56 years in the business The Bristol-born Points West presenter said he had a wonderful family holiday to the Spanish island in August but, having felt fine during his time abroad, he started to feel unwell when he He said the disease is very rare, with only around 200 people a year contracting it in the UK. We're just delighted he's getting his strength back," she added. I feel very close to viewers, I feel they are part of the family really so I am really grateful. Were going to modernise our offer to audiences in England by making digital a central part of everything we do. Download our app on iPhone or Android, David Garmston says he cannot thank hospital staff enough. David Garmston: Nickname: Not Known: Profession: Journalist: Famous for: Not Known: Age (How old, as of 2023) 65 Years: Date of Birth: 1958-01-01: Birthplace: Once qualified by the NCTJ (coming joint top in the UK) he joined the new independent radio station for Bristol and Bath, Radio West . Garmston has, since 1985, been the male anchor on BBC Points West, working alongside Alex Lovell, Amanda Parr and Imogen Sellers. Sent by C V Gower Funeral Directors on 07/10/2021. Read about our approach to external linking. The next thing I remember an ambulance arrived, although I can barely remember that, and then I woke up in hospital.. You can opt-out at any time by signing in to your account to manage your preferences. David had to spend a week in intensive care after contracting the disease which affects just around 200 people a year in the UK. The disease is very rare, with around 200 people a year contracting it in the UK. Points West presenter David Garmston is preparing to return to screens following illness. Unlike other regions, BBC West in Bristol will keep its weekly regional politics show and a new investigative series will replace Inside Out West - there had been speculation both would be axed completely. Describing finding out he had legionnaires' disease as a shock, the 63-year-old said: "It turned out that I was incubating this rather nasty disease. He added: "Everyone in the Points West family has been great as well, they have been really nice - more than I deserve. He has worked in television in the West Country for nearly three decades. Facebook gives people the power to share and makes the world more Wanna follow David I didn't think anyone would notice I was off, but they have and I am incredibly grateful. Join Facebook to connect with David Garmston and others you may know. BBC presenter David Garmston caught legionnaires' disease while on holiday in Majorca. Why havent other regions gone down this route. Watch popular content from the following creators: Pastor David Gammon(@david_gammon), But you can call me Harrison(@harrisonthemagicalbo4), Calvin Millar(@todaywaschill), Saint Maximin (@_lwatts), davidgarrettmusic(@davidgarrettmusic) . Information about your device and internet connection, like your IP address, Browsing and search activity while using Yahoo websites and apps. Get involved in exciting, inspiring conversations. She or co-host David Garmston face redundancy or a job share as part of a raft of cuts at the corporations Whiteladies Road headquarters. The TV presenter said he was put on antibiotics and, as he was still having difficulties breathing, he was moved from a respiratory ward to the intensive care unit (ICU) as a precaution in case he needed to be ventilated. Apart from feeling very anxious, Mr Garmston said he was also coughing and couldn't breathe very well so he took a couple of lateral flow tests and they came back negative. While this Storytelling Study Companion is for pairs or small groups conversing either face-to-face or connected by phone or the Internet, anyone may be able to use it, even individuals or classes. Viewers are clearly concerned at the absence of someone who's been part of their local news family for years," she said. He spent a week in ICU, he said, and wished to thank all the staff at the hospital. Sign up to our daily newsletter for the latest local and breaking news in Bristol. The TV presenter added he doesn't think his life was ever in danger but that it was frightening, particularly for his family. Points West presenter David Garmston said he had a wonderful family holiday in Majorca last month August but, having felt fine during his time abroad, he started to feel unwell when he came back. The baby's mother, Constance Marten, and her partner Mark Gordon were arrested as a huge search was launched, Glastonbury murder probe: Police identify victim as Frederick Burge, 89. Several Covid tests came I think North West Tonight is moving towards Roger 3 days/ Annabel 2 days and vice versa the following week. "The tea ladies, in particular, were amazing, they brought me so many cuppas and custard creams and gave us a laugh every day. 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The controversial US oil plan explained, Harry and Meghan lose Frogmore Cottage after memoir controversy, Watch: Moment teenager smashes into lorry during 100mph police chase. WebDavid Garston is on Facebook. David had to spend a week in intensive care after contracting the I thought they were just saying it to make me feel better, but it is a wonderful feeling actually that people had missed me. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Tesco has now apologised for the smell, and claimed staff are working on the issue. Join Facebook to connect with David Garston and others you may know. The TV presenter added he doesn't think his life was ever in danger but that it was frightening, particularly for his family. He is still feeling a bit tired, he continued, but is now feeling pretty much back to normal and is hoping to go back to work soon. A BBC spokesperson said: "David Garmston has been absent from TV screens following a bout of Legionnaires' disease. He is still feeling a bit tired, he continued, but is now feeling pretty much back to normal and is hoping to go back to work soon. "Thanks to the wonderful treatment he received at the Bristol Royal Infirmary we're delighted to say that David is now on the mend, and looking forward to getting back to work in the very near future. The Covid-19 crisis has shown more than ever the need for an effective public service broadcaster and for trusted, quality journalism in an era of disinformation and fake news. "I was very fortunate they were on top of it. And speaking of politics, Norman Smith, the former Assistant Political Editor, bowed out around the same time as Carrie Gracie. Grow up and get over it. Mr Garmston said that when he arrived at the Bristol Royal Infirmary he was asked where he had been on holiday and, telling them he had been to Spain, they checked him for legionnaires' disease. I just can not thank them enough, they were magnificent and so were all the staff, I was very well looked after. Several Covid tests came back negative - and his family called an ambulance when he passed out on his bed. He was diagnosed with legionnaires disease at Bristol Royal Infirmary. So Clive Myrie is now going to the US to cover the run-up to the election. "I'm touched. Download our app on iPhone or Android, David Garmston says he cannot thank hospital staff enough. The TV presenter said he was put on antibiotics and, as he was still having difficulties breathing, he was moved from a respiratory ward to the intensive care unit (ICU) as a precaution in case he needed to be ventilated. The broadcaster said at first he thought it was just anxiety caused by all the additional stresses of going abroad during the pandemic, such as forms and covid tests. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. "I feel very close to viewers, I feel they are part of the family really so I am really grateful. Mr Garmston paid tribute to all those who had cared for him since he became unwell, in particular the medics whom he credits with saving his life. He added: "Everyone in the Points West family has been great as well, they have been really nice - more than I deserve. Please only use it for a guidance and David Garmston's actual income may vary a lot from the dollar amount shown above. Points West presenters Alex Lovell and David Garmston. Just been announced Rob Smith leaving South East Today after more than 25 years with the BBC. Mr Garmston is now preparing to return to work. A BBC spokesperson said the cuts were at the moment still only proposed, and there would be a consultation process to go through, with voluntary redundancies preferred. Extract from a poem by Henry Scott Holland. "It is a real boost that they have noticed and that they have cared.". David had contracted legonnaires' disease while on holiday. He ended up passing out on the bed, and being rushed to hospital, Never miss Somerset's latest and breaking news again by signing up to our Daily Newsletter. Points West presenter David Garmston said that while he had a "lovely" family holiday on the Spanish island in August, he started to feel unwell when he returned home in August. David had contracted legonnaires' disease while on holiday. Mr Garmston - who has been at Points West since 1985 and has been a regular presenter for many years - said he didn't need to be ventilated in the end, but that he was on oxygen during the two weeks he spent in hospital. Mr Garmston said it was a nasty scare and warned people travelling abroad to be careful with air conditioning as that is where he thinks it may have come from, even though PHE were not able to find the source. Designer lookalike for a fraction of the cost. "That is one of my memories, I just looked forward to seeing them. Fundraising for. We are consulting our members on how these plans will impact on the BBCs output and the extent to which it will increase workloads on already-stretched newsrooms. Apart from feeling very anxious, Mr Garmston said he was also coughing and couldn't breathe very well so he took a couple of lateral flow tests and they came back negative. WebDavid Garston is on Facebook. "I didn't think anyone would notice I was off, but they have and I am incredibly grateful. Frederick Burge was found dead at a property in Glastonbury on Sunday (26 February). We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. The changes are part of cuts that will help BBC England save 125 million nationally. We hope that precious memories of David offer some comfort at this special time. Welcome to the Digital Spy forums. DIGITAL SPY, PART OF THE HEARST UK ENTERTAINMENT NETWORK. Mr Garmston - who has been at Points West since 1985 and has been a regular presenter for many years - said he didn't need to be ventilated in the end, but that he was on oxygen during the two weeks he spent in hospital. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. WebOscars Best Picture Winners Best Picture Winners Emmys STARmeter Awards San Diego Comic-Con New York Comic-Con Sundance Film Festival Toronto Int'l Film Festival Awards Central Festival Central All Events inside Out West presenter Nosipho Ledwaba-Chapman with the stolen Benin Bronze found in Bristol Museum. "The tea ladies in particular were amazing, they brought me so many cuppas and custard creams and gave us a laugh every day. ", Get email updates with the day's biggest stories. Mr Garmston added: "The nurses held my hand for a week - day and night. Enter your password to log in. ", Follow BBC West on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 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