News and reports

On 1 June 2025 the ban on disposable vapes came into force—here’s what it means for North Yorkshire and how Healthwatch North Yorkshire is keeping watch on its impact.

You don't always need to see the GP. Another healthcare professional may be more appropriate for your needs.

Two young people joined Healthwatch North Yorkshire for a week to share their ideas, create content for other young people, and show why youth voices matter in health and care.

The NHS's Healthier You programme offers support to people in North Yorkshire at risk of Type 2 diabetes, helping them make healthier lifestyle choices to prevent or delay the condition.

Here’s our response to the recent removal of a key NHS target designed to support people with a learning disability — and why we believe this change puts lives at risk.

The way health and care services work together in your area is changing — here’s what’s happening, why it matters, and how your voice can shape it.

A new feature on the NHS App is making it easier for people to manage their prescriptions – something many of you have told us would be helpful.

The latest A&E performance figures from April 2025 offer insight into how local hospitals are coping and where improvements are still needed.

Here’s an overview of the NHS Trusts that support people across North Yorkshire, the Humber, and neighbouring areas.

Every three years, the local NHS and council review pharmacy services through something called the Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment. We explain what it is, how it works, and why it matters to you.

Take a look at our advice article on the organisations and groups that can support you if you’re grieving.

The Government has promised to put in place a plan to fix the NHS in England. We have outlined the four things that matter most to you and how they should shape the plan for the next decade.