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Local health and care leaders driving forward workforce transformation

Health and care leaders in the Humber and North Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership have been recognised by the Institute for Leadership for work to “drive forward health and care workforce transformation”. The Humber and North Yorkshire (HNY) Dispersed Leadership Team for People – a unique and ground-breaking alliance of leaders from across our diverse … Read more

Patient advice on how to stay well over the festive period

Humber and North Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership has issued advice to residents on the best ways to stay well during colder weather. With the Christmas holidays approaching, taking precautions and following advice can contribute to a healthier and safer winter season for everyone – while protecting NHS resources for those who need them. Ordering … Read more

East Yorkshire nurses awarded with prestigious Queen’s Nurse title

Three nurses from East Yorkshire, who have been recognised for their commitment to learning, leadership and excellence in patient care, were awarded the Queen’s Nurse title last week. Jo Raper, Cheryll Hornigold and Alison Wesson each received the title at a ceremony in London on Friday 8 December. All three nurses work together in the … Read more

Health leaders raise concern over increased risk of measles cases

Health leaders in Humber and North Yorkshire are raising concerns over the potential spread of measles this winter. And they’re encouraging people to speak to their GP practice about getting up to date with their vaccinations, including the Measles Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccine. Data from the UK Health Security Agency shows there has been … Read more

£1.5bn cost of smoking to Humber and North Yorkshire revealed as consultation on creating a smokefree generation closes

Health leaders in Humber and North Yorkshire have welcomed the public support for creating a smokefree generation, as the government consultation closes. Representatives from the tobacco control programme at the Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board, spoke to people across the length and breadth of the region, to get their views on stopping the … Read more

Humber and North Yorkshire receive over £3.5m from urgent and emergency care fund

The government has announced the allocation of a £40 million fund for local authorities to strengthen urgent and emergency care resilience and performance this winter. Local authorities within integrated care systems (ICSs) identified by NHS England as experiencing the greatest challenges with urgent and emergency care were invited to put forward proposals for access to … Read more

New institute to address key challenges facing health and social care

Our Chief Executive, Stephen Eames, was the guest of honour at York St John University’s official launch of its new Institute for Health and Care Improvement (IHCI). The Institute aims to “find solutions for the pressing issues facing health and social care today”, drawing on expertise from across the University, working in close collaboration with … Read more

Walk-in centre set for move to Hull Royal Infirmary in the new year

Hull’s Story Street Walk-in service is preparing for a move to its new home at Hull Royal Infirmary in the new year. The move paves the way for improved integration of urgent care services in the city. Additional minor injuries and diagnostic pathways would then be established to create a fully designated Urgent Treatment Centre … Read more