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A woman standing in a bathroom looks down at a packet of contraceptive pills in her hands. She is wearing a white top, with tiled walls and a towel hanging in the background.

How to get the pill and emergency contraception from your local pharmacy

Community pharmacies across England now offer a free contraception service, making it easier and quicker to access the pill and emergency contraception without always needing a GP appointment.
2 March 2026
Advice and Information
Dentist performing a check up on a patient

New NHS dentistry reforms unveiled but access challenges remain locally

The Government has announced new reforms to NHS dentistry, but many people in North Yorkshire are still struggling to find an NHS dentist or access urgent care.
2 March 2026
News
Two women sit on a bench in a town centre on a sunny day, talking and smiling. One woman in a red patterned top faces the other, who is wearing a light blue polo shirt and lanyard and holding a clipboard with papers. Parked cars, buildings and trees are visible in the background.

What you told us about local pharmacy services and what to do if something goes wrong

From medicine shortages to prescription delays and emergency supplies, we have brought together the main themes people are raising about pharmacy services and what they mean for you.
2 March 2026
Advice and Information

A guide to your local GP practice

Information on how to access GP services, including making appointments, understanding patient rights, managing prescriptions, using digital health tools, and understanding communication and complaints processes.
26 February 2026
News
Doctor sitting at a desk in a GP surgery smiles and speaks with a woman during a consultation, holding paperwork. The room contains medical posters, shelves, a stethoscope around the doctor’s neck, and a laptop on the desk.

Our response to the new GP contract

Read our response to the government's new contract for GP services.
25 February 2026
Response
Senior woman and her adult daughter looking at photo album together

Step inside: How listening is improving care homes locally

Enter and View is a vital part of Healthwatch North Yorkshire’s work, allowing trained volunteers to visit care services, listen to people’s experiences, and help improve care through constructive, independent feedback.
23 February 2026
Blog
Sally, Healthwatch North Yorkshire volunteer

Volunteer spotlight: Sally – helping local voices shape better care

Behind every Healthwatch report, conversation and recommendation are the voices of local people. Volunteers like Sally play a vital part in making sure those voices are heard.
23 February 2026
Blog

Have your say on cancer care across North Yorkshire

Humber and North Yorkshire Cancer Alliance is asking people across the region to share their views on cancer services through a short online survey.
6 February 2026
News
Middle aged woman with headscarf sitting on examination table, smiling and talking with young adult female nurse, in medical clinic with breast cancer awareness posters visible

New National Cancer Plan sets out long term vision for cancer care in England

Cancer affects almost every family at some point, and people’s experiences of care can vary widely. A new national plan sets out how cancer services in England could change over the next decade, from earlier diagnosis to better support after treatment.
5 February 2026
News
Patient transport service staff with a patient.

What is the patient transport service?

The patient transport service is provided by Yorkshire Ambulance Service NHS Trust and provides NHS-funded transport for people locally.
5 February 2026
Advice and Information

What’s changed with non-emergency patient transport — and what it means for you

New national rules for non-emergency patient transport mean only people with specific medical, mobility, or care needs will qualify, leaving many others to find alternative ways to reach vital appointments.
5 February 2026
Advice and Information

Getting to healthcare: what people told us about patient transport

Getting the right care when you need it shouldn’t feel like a struggle. But for many people across North Yorkshire and York, it still does.
5 February 2026
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