New report published on the experiences of the rough sleeper community in Hull

A detailed report has been published by Healthwatch Hull outlining the findings and recommendations from an engagement initiative carried out with rough sleepers and those experiencing homelessness in Hull. The aim was to better understand their experiences of accessing ambulance services, identify any concerns, and help to drive improvements across health and social care partners. … Read more

‘Flow’ to deliver world-class patient care in Hull and East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire

One of England’s largest NHS groups is spearheading a major transformation project to deliver world-class patient care across its five hospitals. NHS Humber Health Partnership is the group formed by Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust It is launching “Flow” to reduce unnecessary hospital stays and admissions. … Read more

Northern Lincolnshire hospitals proposal approved by NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board

A revised proposal to change the way some hospital services are provided in northern Lincolnshire has been approved by NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board (ICB). Last year the local NHS set out how it would go about changing a small number of more complex medical, urgent and emergency care services in Scunthorpe … Read more

Northern Lincolnshire hospitals proposal to be considered by NHS Humber and North Yorkshire ICB

A revised proposal to change the way some hospital services are provided in northern Lincolnshire is to be considered by NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board (ICB) next week (Wednesday 10 July). Last year the local NHS set out how it would go about changing a small number of more complex medical, urgent … Read more

Catterick Garrison: major regeneration schemes showcased

People living in Catterick and the wider Richmondshire area are being invited to attend drop-in events where two major regeneration projects will be showcased. In Catterick Garrison, work is under way to build a flagship ‘integrated care campus’, funded by the NHS and Ministry of Defence (MOD), which will provide medical and care services for … Read more

Doors open to a new Community Diagnostic Centre in York

A new Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) has opened its doors in York, to help speed up the detection of many serious illnesses – meaning patients can start their treatment and recovery much sooner. Located at Askham Bar Community Care Centre, the CDC will play a vital role in speeding up diagnosis for illnesses, such as … Read more

Community Diagnostic Centre opens at Ripon Community Hospital

A new Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) has opened at Ripon Community Hospital providing local residents with faster access to checks, scans and tests for a wide range of health conditions. The £1 million centre, which has the capacity to deliver more than 27,000 checks a year, will enable Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT), … Read more

Hospitals mark International Day of the Midwife

NHS Humber Health Partnership is marking International Day of the Midwife this Sunday by showcasing the work of midwives in Hull, Scunthorpe, Grimsby and Goole. Midwives from Hull University Teaching Hospitals (HUTH) and Northern Lincolnshire and Goole (NLaG) will be sharing their stories on the organisations’ social media pages to celebrate the fantastic contribution they … Read more

Lincolnshire man’s eight-stone weight loss journey: ‘I feel like a totally different person and have a great zest for life’

A man from Waltham in north-east Lincolnshire has spoken of losing almost eight stone during a 12-week weight management programme. John Fawcett, 57, weighed 126.2kg when he became type 2 diabetic. He was overweight and often felt tired during the day. He became a grandad for the first time which made him want to lose … Read more

Free NHS Health Kiosks dispatched in York to improve community health

Three ‘health kiosks’ are set to be rolled out in York as part of a ground-breaking initiative to improve the health of the city’s population.  Free to use, the kiosks measure a person’s height, weight, BMI, blood pressure, heart rate, and oxygen saturation.  People can then use the information and speak to a local pharmacist … Read more