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Roses rivals unite to support healthy communities 

David Skaith and Andy Burnham ignited a friendly Roses rivalry in Scarborough to promote the role that Mayors are playing in supporting healthy communities.   The Mayors of York and North Yorkshire, and Greater Manchester took part in a friendly cricket match at Scarborough Cricket Club, with Mayor Skaith raising awareness of the upcoming Movement, Activity … Read more

Major health and care recruitment drive in North East Lincolnshire to support working-class communities

People from working-class communities in North East Lincolnshire will be among those supported onto the Health and Care sector career ladder, as the Government’s Plan for Change tackles rampant health inequalities and gets Britain working. This comes after the launch of the government’s 10 Year Health Plan, which will tackle wider health inequalities and support … Read more

GP Patient Survey: results show big improvements in Humber and North Yorkshire

The 2025 GP Patient Survey results, which includes information on patient experience of general practice, NHS dentistry and community pharmacy, have been published. The results show a greater proportion of our GP practices in Humber and North Yorkshire are scoring significantly above average than in any other integrated care system (ICS) in the country. The … Read more

York launches strategy to support autistic people and those with ADHD

City of York Council, in partnership with NHS Humber and North Yorkshire ICB, has unveiled a new draft strategy aimed at improving the lives of autistic people and those with ADHD across the city. Titled A City That Works for All, the five-year plan sets out a vision for a more inclusive, supportive, and understanding York. … Read more

Parents and carers encouraged to use Pharmacy First this summer

Parents and carers in Humber and North Yorkshire are being reminded to use their local community pharmacy this summer, if their child needs help with minor illnesses or ailments. The NHS Pharmacy First service allows children to access treatment for five common conditions from their local pharmacy, without needing a GP appointment. Children can receive … Read more

Inspiring belonging and inclusion in Maternity and Neonatal Care

The Humber and North Yorkshire Local Maternity and Neonatal System (HNY LMNS) proudly hosted a landmark conference, “Belonging and Inclusion in Maternity and Neonatal Care”. The first-of-its-kind one-day conference, held at the University of Hull, promised to “shine a light on equity, diversity and inclusion in maternity and neonatal services”. It brought together more than … Read more

18 years since the introduction of the indoor smoking ban and thousands of lives saved

On Tuesday 1st July, England’s landmark smokefree legislation turned 18, a new report highlights the enormous public health gains achieved. But data from health charity Action on Smoking and Health (ASH) warns that millions remain exposed to harmful secondhand smoke, particularly in social settings. The legislation, which banned smoking in enclosed public places and workplaces, … Read more

Young volunteers receive recognition for improving mental health services

Some of the young people from ‘Nothing About Us Without Us’ advisory group pose for a group photo after picking up awards for their work and influence Young volunteers from the Nothing About Us Without Us Children and Young People’s Mental Health Advisory Group have received awards for their contribution to improving mental health services … Read more

GP encourages people to be vigilant during hot weather

A GP is encouraging people in Humber and North Yorkshire to follow the guidance and stay safe this weekend after a hot weather alert was announced. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) issued a yellow heat health alert for Yorkshire and the Humber, beginning at 12:00pm on Friday 27 June and lasting until 6pm on … Read more

Prescriptions for tirzepatide weight loss injections not yet available in Humber and North Yorkshire

Prescriptions for tirzepatide injections, to help people lose weight, will not be available from GP surgeries or pharmacies in Humber and North Yorkshire – yet. Tirzepatide, sometimes known by the brand name of Mounjaro, is a weekly injection that was initially licensed to help treat type 2 diabetes, but can now be prescribed to help … Read more