‘Open Day’ at Hull academy aims to attract next generation of health and social care staff

A specialist academy based at a Hull sixth form college, which has helped hundreds of young people take their first steps towards a career in health and social care, is looking to enrol its next cohort of students ahead of its 10-year anniversary in 2025. The Medical, Health and Social Care Academy (MHSCA), part of … Read more

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

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

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

Plans for Community Diagnostic Centre in Hull approved

Construction work will begin shortly for the Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) in Hull’s Albion Square after planning approval was granted with conditions. Hull City Council’s planning committee approved plans for the £18 million NHS facility which will welcome thousands of patients annually, relieving the strain on acute hospitals whilst also creating around 100 local jobs. … 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

Boost for Mental Health Services Over Winter

Health organisations in Humber, Coast and Vale will receive extra mental health funding totalling more than £165,000 this winter. Eight bids from across the region were successful in attracting further funding from NHS England to offer additional mental health services to help reduce pressure on A&E. The total extra mental health winter allocation comes to … Read more