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Humber and North Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership backs Humber Business Day to improve workplace health and wellbeing

The Humber and North Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership says the opportunity to pitch to business leaders about the importance of workforce health and wellbeing at a major conference in the East Riding has been “invaluable”. The Humber Business Day at Bridlington Spa – part of the wider Humber Business Week – was hosted by … Read more

Specialist housing scheme opened in North Yorkshire

People with complex needs, including autism and learning disabilities, will soon be moving back to North Yorkshire to be closer to their families following the opening of a £2.83 million specialist housing scheme. Broadacres Housing Association and NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board (ICB) have worked with various partners to complete work on … Read more

Patients advised to get prepared for bank holiday weekend

Health professionals are encouraging residents of Humber and North Yorkshire to be prepared for the upcoming Spring bank holiday weekend – and stock up home medicine cabinets with some sunshine essentials. With warm weather forecast and many of us spending prolonged periods outdoors, it’s important to wear sun cream, drink plenty of water to keep … Read more

New website provides mental health support for patients

A new NHS website for Humber and North Yorkshire will help people find the right support if they are struggling with mental health issues. Let’s Get Better provides people with a range of resources that are relevant to where they live, and signposts to national organisations that can offer further advice and support. According to … Read more

Funding secured for new Scunthorpe Community Diagnostic Centre

Funding has been secured for a new £19.4 million Community Diagnostic Centre to be built in Scunthorpe Town Centre.  The centre – which is due to begin offering some services to the public this winter – will be a one-stop-shop for health checks, scans, and tests, providing you with access to a range of diagnostic … Read more

Young people explore health and care careers in Hull and East Riding

The local health system has looked to attract young people to a career in health and care by showcasing a range of roles during a free two-day event at the University of Hull. Humber and North Yorkshire’s Integrated Care System (ICS) took part in the recent Skills Event, giving more than 1,500 people the opportunity … Read more

Hull’s hidden heroes: meet the charities and voluntary organisations striving to make Hull a healthier and happier place

The hidden heroes that make up Hull’s voluntary and community sector are coming together for a health and wellbeing event to showcase how they can support you – and what you can do to help them too. With public sector services under pressure, the vital support offered through local charities and voluntary organisations is now … Read more