News and reports

As fuel costs rise pregnant women and families with young children up to one year old in Bradford District and Craven can get free financial help.

Opticians in Humber and North Yorkshire are playing a greater role in detecting high blood pressure and other potential triggers for coronary heart disease.

Access to NHS dentistry in North Yorkshire has been a major concern. Long waits, high costs, and people being unable to register with an NHS dentist has left many struggling to get the care they need.

Our new research reveals that most people have misconceptions about their 'right' to an NHS dentist and want major changes.

Dental practices are working hard to recover but patients not already on their lists are the worst hit. People continue to tell us about the difficulties of access and less-than-postive experiences when they do manage to get an appointment.

Almost two decades after the public lost their right to register permanently with an NHS dentist, new research shows two-thirds believe this right exists. Find out more about our findings and calls for dental reform.

Op Courage is a specialist service for ex-armed forces, veterans, and service personnel who are approaching discharge - to support and recognise the early signs of mental health problems.

In North Yorkshire, as across the UK, people with disabilities face many challenges when accessing healthcare information.

The North Yorkshire Community Awards this year had 65 nominations across 43 different groups and individuals, showing just how many people are working hard to improve life for others.

Recently, some changes have been made to how sexual health services are provided in North Yorkshire and York.

Mental health problems are more common among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex and asexual (LGBTQIA+) people. If you are struggling, feel alone or need a little help, then check out our guide on how you can get the support you need.

Read our response to the Association of Directors of Adult Social Services assessment of social care services in England.