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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.

People living in rural North Yorkshire continue to tell us that distance, transport and digital access make healthcare harder to reach, and their experiences are essential in shaping services that work better for rural communities in 2026 and beyond.

Listening to people’s real experiences helps local Healthwatch show what accessing health and social care is really like, highlight inequalities, and support services to make practical improvements that better reflect people’s everyday needs.

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

A helpful guide to mental health support for people in Craven, with local services and clear directions for getting urgent help when it’s needed.

Take a look at the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence's quick guide to discussing and planning support following a dementia diagnosis.

Read our response to the Health Services Safety Investigations Body's findings on the risks of using corridor care.

The Government have announced the first step in delivering the new NHS online hospital, allowing nine common conditions to receive faster access to specialist care

NHS social prescribing link workers can connect you to the right community groups and services to help support you.

Breast screening helps detect breast cancer at an early stage when it is easier to treat. It is free through the NHS and takes only a few minutes. Most people who are screened have healthy results. Early detection can save lives.

A thank you to everyone who spoke up in 2025, highlighting the changes your experiences helped make across health and care in North Yorkshire.

Many people looking after a friend, neighbour, or family member do not see themselves as unpaid carers, yet they carry a huge responsibility. This is why local organisations have created a new logo to recognise and support those who support others.