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Healthwatch North Yorkshire welcomes plans for a Social Care Commission

A new clinic for sight loss patients has opened at the LNER Community Stadium, York.

A former patient who suffered a life-threatening stroke has praised a hospital team for saving her life.

People in North Yorkshire can now access a free, 24-week specialist weight management service. It offers personalised support to promote healthier lifestyles.

The Government has announced a major increase to GP funding and plans to cut targets to free up doctors' time.

The Humber and North Yorkshire Cancer Alliance is working to better understand the region’s cancer awareness levels.

Rural councils, including North Yorkshire Council, face significant financial pressures due to rising costs, inflation, and increased demand for critical services such as social care and education.

Women are being urged to come forward for cervical screening as new figures show many are not up to date with their routine check-ups.

The number of women who choose to take up a cervical screening invitation has decreased, according to the latest statistics.

Learn more about how the NHS and local organisations are striving to enhance health outcomes and address inequalities.

The usual processes the NHS follows to discharge you from hospital have changed. Here’s what you can expect when it’s time to leave hospital.

The patient experience team at local hospitals and Healthwatch volunteers are asking patients for feedback on their experience of being discharged from hospital.