As I see it – the latest blog from Sue Symington

As I see it – the latest blog from Sue Symington Embracing the Challenges and Opportunities of an Ageing Population Last month in York, the Humber and North Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership held a symposium to address a topic of significant importance: the implications of an ageing population on our health and care services. … Read more

Smokefree generation could drive decrease in maternal smoking rates at the time of delivery

Proposed changes to tobacco legislation – which are being debated in Parliament today – could be “the catalyst that drives decreases in maternal smoking rates further and faster than ever before”, according to the local NHS. Although there has been a significant reduction in the number of people reporting as smokers at the time of … Read more

Integrated Care Board meeting to take place on 10 April

The monthly meeting in public of NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board (ICB) will take place on Wednesday 10 April 2024. Members of the public are invited to observe the meeting virtually via YouTube from 9:30am. The meeting will be an opportunity to hear from members of the Board and learn more about … Read more

World Down Syndrome Day: Enhanced care pathway relaunched for Hull and East Yorkshire

The local NHS has launched an updated and enhanced care pathway for people living with Down Syndrome in Hull and the East Riding of Yorkshire. Produced in partnership with local charity Downright Special and health and social care services, the pathway brings together all relevant health information in one place. It aims to empower people … Read more

Health leaders mark four months since smokefree generation read in Kings Speech and urge action before the election

Health leaders in Humber and North Yorkshire are urging lawmakers to pass new tobacco and vaping legislation before any General Election is called. It is now four months since the King’s Speech heralded news laws that would help create a smokefree generation. The Humber and North Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership has been a vocal … Read more

Integrated Care Board meeting to take place on 13 March

The bi-monthly meeting in public of NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board (ICB) will take place on Wednesday 13 March 2024. Members of the public are invited to observe the meeting virtually via YouTube from 11:45am. The meeting will be an opportunity to hear from members of the Board and learn more about … Read more

As I see it – the latest blog from Sue Symington

As I see it – the latest blog from Sue Symington Last month, I was pleased to attend one of our Patient Engagement Network meetings. I am always pleased to attend and support events which allow me to hear the thoughts and experiences of those we serve – our patients. As the Chair of our … Read more

Walk-in centre will move to Hull Royal Infirmary next week

Hull’s Story Street walk-in service will move to its new home at Hull Royal Infirmary on Monday 5 February, paving the way for improved integration of urgent care services in the city. City Health Care Partnership CIC will continue to provide the service at the new location, and the centre will continue to offer treatment … Read more

Humber and North Yorkshire Centre for Excellence in Tobacco Control welcomes Government’s bold proposals on smoking and vaping

In response to the Government’s announcement yesterday on smoking and vaping, the Humber and North Yorkshire Centre for Excellence in Tobacco Control applauds the measures unveiled, marking a crucial milestone in combatting the smoking epidemic. Scott Crosby, Associate Director at the Centre for Excellence in Tobacco Control, emphasised the significance of the developments, stating: “These … Read more