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Children and young people who have problems sleeping are being offered help in part of North Yorkshire.

People in North Yorkshire are being warned about scammers claiming to be part of the NHS Test and Trace service to tackle the spread of coronavirus.

A satellite Covid-19 testing site to serve North Yorkshire’s care homes in the east of the county has been set up in Scarborough.

The Healthwatch network is working to tackle health inequalities for members of BAME (Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic) communities after a report from Public Health England showed they were suffering a disproportionate impact from the pandemic.

Work has restarted on the redevelopment of Whitby Hospital after it was halted by the Covid-19 pandemic.

New and expectant fathers in North Yorkshire can benefit from the support of a new app providing on-the-go advice to help them enjoy their babies, feel more confident and support their mental and emotional wellbeing.

Health services in North Yorkshire are improving the translation services they provide after Healthwatch North Yorkshire highlighted inequalities faced by refugees attempting to access care in the county.

Families needing the help of York Hospital’s special care baby unit have not been forgotten during the Covid-19 pandemic.

North Yorkshire is to continue its work in supporting residents who are shielded or isolated and need help getting food and medication.

New hi-tech equipment donated to Selby Hospital will mean more patients from Selby and the surrounding area will be able to have their operations and treatment locally.

As lockdown measures continue, for some members of the community the mounting pressure of staying largely at home can be dangerous.

A refugee who volunteers with Healthwatch North Yorkshire has been playing a key role in the community response to the coronavirus pandemic.