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How to save money on hormone replacement therapy prescriptions

If you pay for hormone replacement therapy prescriptions on the NHS in England, there are ways to reduce what you spend - especially if you need these medicines more than once or twice a year.
2 March 2026
An older couple stand at the counter of a bright community pharmacy, speaking with a pharmacist in a white uniform. The woman holds a prescription slip while the man stands beside her with his arm around her shoulder. Shelves of medicines and health products are visible in the background.

From request to collection: The journey of your repeat prescription

Ordering a repeat prescription may only take a few minutes, but several careful checks and processes happen behind the scenes before your medicine is ready to collect.
2 March 2026
Woman at a pharmacy counter having a consultation with a female pharmacist.

How to get free contraception from your local pharmacy

Women in England can now get a first prescription of the pill and repeat orders without having to see a GP, in a move that makes access to free contraception even more convenient.
2 March 2026
A woman standing in a bathroom looks down at a packet of contraceptive pills in her hands. She is wearing a white top, with tiled walls and a towel hanging in the background.

How to get the pill and emergency contraception from your local pharmacy

Community pharmacies across England now offer a free contraception service, making it easier and quicker to access the pill and emergency contraception without always needing a GP appointment.
2 March 2026
Two women sit on a bench in a town centre on a sunny day, talking and smiling. One woman in a red patterned top faces the other, who is wearing a light blue polo shirt and lanyard and holding a clipboard with papers. Parked cars, buildings and trees are visible in the background.

What you told us about local pharmacy services and what to do if something goes wrong

From medicine shortages to prescription delays and emergency supplies, we have brought together the main themes people are raising about pharmacy services and what they mean for you.
2 March 2026
Patient transport service staff with a patient.

What is the patient transport service?

The patient transport service is provided by Yorkshire Ambulance Service NHS Trust and provides NHS-funded transport for people locally.
5 February 2026

What’s changed with non-emergency patient transport — and what it means for you

New national rules for non-emergency patient transport mean only people with specific medical, mobility, or care needs will qualify, leaving many others to find alternative ways to reach vital appointments.
5 February 2026
A lady using British Sign Language

Contact Healthwatch using British Sign Language

Find out how to contact Healthwatch, whether for advice or to leave feedback about health or social care, using a British Sign Language interpreter.
30 January 2026
A receptionist sat behind a desk at a GP practice

Why does the receptionist need to ask what is wrong with me?

You do not always need to see a GP. Another healthcare professional may be more appropriate for your needs.
27 January 2026
Two colleagues stood in an office setting having a meeting.

Annual health checks for people with learning disabilities: What you need to know

We’re encouraging more people with learning disabilities and their carers to make use of free annual health checks. These are a simple but powerful way to improve long-term health and tackle inequalities.
27 January 2026
Sick older woman with headache lying on the floor with wooden stick after having a fall.

What to do if you or someone you care for has a fall

This article explains what to do if you fall, when to get urgent help, and simple steps you can take to reduce the risk of falls and stay safe and confident this winter.
19 January 2026
Older man wearing extra clothes with hot drink trying to keep warm at home in an energy crisis

Support for older people in North Yorkshire

Information about local and national support for older people, including help with loneliness, befriending, advice, and staying connected in your community.
19 January 2026

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