Advice and Information

Primary Care Networks North Yorkshire
Primary Care Networks (PCNs) are a key part of the NHS Long Term Plan.

What to expect when waiting for care
Waiting for planned medical care or surgery can be a frustrating time. That’s why it’s so important that while you wait, you get regular, clear and accessible updates so that you can plan your next steps.

Knaresborough vaccine hub set to relocate and continue to protect members of the public over winter
Chain Lane Community Hub, Homecare Pharmacy and Knaresborough Connectors have announced their plans to relocate the Homecare Pharmacy Vaccine Centre

Parents urged to look out for severe respiratory infections in young children amid rising cases
Parents in Humber, Coast and Vale are being urged to look out for signs of severe respiratory infections among young children amid a rise in out-of-season cases.

Walk-in vaccination sites across North Yorkshire
The NHS is vaccinating people against coronavirus (Covid-19) across the country.

COVID-19 vaccination programme North Yorkshire
The vaccination programme is being facilitated by numerous parts of the NHS. Due to the complexity of the programme this is a massive logistical challenge.

Humber, Coast and Vale urging patients to use NHS 111 first
Demand for urgent care services remains high in Humber, Coast and Vale (HCV), despite the significant reduction in the rate of Covid infections in the region.

Call for people aged 70 and over in North Yorkshire to contact NHS for a COVID vaccine
If you are over 70 and haven’t had your first vaccination yet you can contact the NHS National Booking Service for an appointment.

COVID-19 vaccine: what you need to know
Take a look about what you need to know about the COVID-19 vaccination programme including how you will know when it's your turn, where to go, and why it's important.

Beware: Covid-19 vaccine scam text alert circulating
North Yorkshire Police have sent out a message on behalf of Neighbourhood Watch regarding a new scam that is circulating, which looks very believable and is therefore highly dangerous.

How to communicate better with people with hearing loss
COVID-19 poses a unique challenge for health and social care professionals when talking to someone with hearing loss. Here are some important tips to help you communicate effectively.
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