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
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
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
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
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
The proportion of women in Humber and North Yorkshire smoking during pregnancy has fallen significantly over the last 12 months, according to data published by NHS England today (19 June). Smoking at Time of Delivery (SATOD) statistics show that 8.3% of pregnant women (1,141 women) across Humber and North Yorkshire ICB were recorded as smoking … Read more
When Adele Stimpson completed her training to be able to carry out blood pressure checks, little did she realise it would potentially save her partner’s life. Adele is the Hub Coordinator at Hull 4 Heroes – a charity that helps Armed Forces veterans in Humberside. As an NHS Community Champion, Adele signed up for the … Read more
As the East Coast gears up for the summer season, new polling shows overwhelming public support for smokefree beaches in Yorkshire and the Humber. A YouGov survey commissioned by Action on Smoking and Health (ASH) shows that 61% of residents support banning smoking on beaches. The survey, which included 1,125 adults from the region, also … Read more
The UK’s weather service is warning of “very high” pollen counts this week (from 16 June), which could spell bad news for people with asthma and hay fever. The pollen forecast uses the new Met Office pollen model to produce predictions for five days ahead across the whole of the UK. It predicts increasing pollen … Read more
Smoking is costing the NHS in Humber and North Yorkshire £62.7 million every year through hospital admissions and GP visits linked to smoking-related illness — at a time when frontline services are under intense strain. Research has revealed that every cigarette smoked cuts life expectancy by 20 minutes, highlighting the staggering impact of tobacco not … Read more
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