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  1. Shine a light for nurses today

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    Nursing leaders are asking the public to ‘shine a light’ to mark International Nurses Day today (Tuesday, 12 May) and recognise the extraordinary work that their colleagues are doing in the fight against coronavirus.

  2. Online service helps care homes arrange delivery of coronavirus tests

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    A new online portal that makes it easy for care homes to arrange deliveries of coronavirus test kits was launched this week.

  3. Changes to treatment for people who suffer a stroke in Scarborough

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    People who suffer a stroke in the Scarborough area are now receiving initial treatment at hospitals in York, Hull and Middlesbrough rather than the town’s hospital.

  4. Coronavirus crisis means no patients are being admitted to North Yorkshire hospital

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    A North Yorkshire hospital is currently not admitting patients due to the coronavirus outbreak.

  5. Anyone with symptoms can now get a coronavirus test

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    Everyone in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland with coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms can now get a test, ahead of the rollout of the test and trace service.

  6. Referrals to cancer specialists at Harrogate Hospital down by as much as two thirds during coronavirus pandemic

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    People in Harrogate district are being urged to make an appointment with their GP as soon as possible if they are worried about any symptoms that could be cancer.

  7. Over-50s in North Craven asked about lockdown difficulties

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    People aged over 50 in North Craven are being asked about the difficulties they have faced during lockdown.

  8. NHS Test and Trace launches today to reduce spread of coronavirus and ease lockdown

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    The new NHS Test and Trace service has been launched today across England.

  9. Healthwatch heroes thanked during Volunteers’ Week

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    Healthwatch North Yorkshire is marking Volunteers’ Week by shining a light on their essential and wide-ranging contribution to representing the voice of people who use health and social care services in the county.

  10. Parents and carers urged to be alert to children’s mental health as they return to school

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    NHS England’s top doctor for children and young people’s mental health has urged parents to be alert to signs that children could be experiencing anxiety, distress or low mood as some pupils return to school this week.

  11. Healthwatch volunteer Ahmed plays key role in North Yorkshire refugee response to coronavirus pandemic

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

  12. Domestic abuse service warns of risk of being in lockdown with abusive partners

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

  13. Donations provide equipment to treat patients at Selby Hospital

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    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.

  14. Support continues for those shielding in North Yorkshire

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

  15. Technology helps parents keep in touch with children in York Hospital special care baby unit during Covid-19 pandemic

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

  16. Healthwatch report helps improve translation services

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    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.

  17. App offers free support to new dads in North Yorkshire

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    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.

  18. Whitby Hospital redevelopment begins as Covid-19 pandemic causes delays and changes to plan

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

  19. Members of BAME communities urged to share experiences with Healthwatch to help tackle inequalities

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    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.

  20. Scarborough site is boosting coronavirus testing in North Yorkshire care homes

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    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.

  21. North Yorkshire warning over NHS Test and Trace scams

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    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.

  22. New support for children and young people with sleep problems in parts of North Yorkshire

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

  23. Campaign shows safeguarding is everybody’s business in North Yorkshire

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    #TellUsYourConcerns is the message coming from organisations across North Yorkshire as they support this year’s Safeguarding Week, which runs until Friday (June 26).

  24. LGBTQ+ community helps improve health and social care in North Yorkshire during Pride Month

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    Members of the LGBTQ+ community are helping drive improvements to health and social care services after sharing their experiences with Healthwatch North Yorkshire.

  25. Shielding support will not stop in North Yorkshire at the end of July

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    North Yorkshire residents who need help getting food and medication because they are currently shielded are being reassured that support will still be available when the programme stops at the end of July.

  26. Shielding support will not stop in North Yorkshire at the end of July

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    North Yorkshire residents who need help getting food and medication because they are currently shielded are being reassured that support will still be available when the programme stops at the end of July.

  27. Major health centre for Catterick Garrison moves a step closer

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    A major new health and care complex for Richmondshire has moved a step closer after plans were sent to NHS England.

  28. New service supports people through grief and loss in Harrogate and Craven

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    A new support and advice service is being launched to help people in Craven and Harrogate through grief and loss.

  29. North Yorkshire’s registration service resumes for all births

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    The birth registration service across North Yorkshire is now open to all births, regardless of the date.

  30. Digital support on offer to help keep North Yorkshire voluntary sector connected during coronavirus pandemic

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    A North Yorkshire business networking group is helping local organisations through lockdown by holding regular online Zoom meetings offering business and IT support, digital training, advice, creative ideas, and introductions.

  31. Age UK North Yorkshire and Darlington makes pledge on front-line services as coronavirus crisis forces cutbacks

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    A charity has issued a reassurance that its front-line services will continue as normal despite having to plan for office closures and redundancies due to the devastating economic impact of the pandemic.

  32. Independent review into BAME health inequalities covering parts of North Yorkshire

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    An independent review has been commissioned into the impact of COVID-19 on health inequalities and support needed for black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) communities and staff in part of North Yorkshire.

  33. People in North Yorkshire urged to be cautious as lockdown restrictions ease

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    People in North Yorkshire are urged to continue to be cautious in their response to the coronavirus pandemic despite the lockdown guidance being relaxed this weekend by the Prime Minister.

  34. £2.7m investment in Bedale health facilities

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    Work has started on a £2.7 million investment in healthcare facilities in Bedale.

  35. Help health and social care services recover from COVID-19 #BecauseWeAllCare

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    Two thirds of people in England say they are more likely to act to improve health and social care services since the outbreak of COVID-19 – and you can help improve care in North Yorkshire by joining our campaign #BecauseWeAllCare.

  36. Outbreak Control Plan to manage Covid-19 in North Yorkshire

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    Local knowledge, experience and expertise will be used to prevent outbreaks in North Yorkshire and manage the virus over time as part of the national Test and Trace programme.

  37. People shielding during lockdown helped to regain independence – but support will remain if they need it

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    North Yorkshire County Council is helping people who have needed support while shielding during the Covid-19 lockdown to regain their independence as the Government prepares to stop food and prescription deliveries at the end of July.

  38. New targets to improve SEND education for children and young people in North Yorkshire

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    North Yorkshire has set out new goals for its five-year plan to improve Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) education for children and young people.

  39. Deaf people in North Yorkshire highlight communication problems caused by face coverings during Covid-19

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    As more and more people start wearing face masks and coverings in public, Deaf and hearing-impaired people in North Yorkshire have highlighted the fact that they can cause problems for people who rely on lip-reading and facial expression.

  40. People with long-term physical health conditions asked to share their experiences of managing the emotional toll

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    National Voices and the Centre for Mental Health are collaborating on research to understand people’s experiences of managing the emotional and psychological impact of living with long-term physical health conditions.

  41. North Yorkshire GP tells of the effects of coronavirus pandemic on local practices

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    A North Yorkshire doctor has told of the effects the coronavirus pandemic has had on GP practices – and how it will change the way things are done in future.

  42. Key workers tell how they’ve had to adapt to coronavirus ‘new normal’

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    Key workers in North Yorkshire have been sharing their experiences of how they are adapting to the “new normal” amid the coronavirus pandemic.

  43. Unpaid older carers in Scarborough go digital to stay in touch with friends and family

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    Unpaid carers in and around the Scarborough area defied lockdown loneliness by turning themselves into digital champions in just a few weeks, helping them stay in touch with friends and loved ones.

  44. Have you left hospital during COVID-19? Tell us your experience

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    To respond to coronavirus, hospitals across North Yorkshire had to quickly change. Tell us how this has affected the care you or your loved one has received.

  45. Harrogate hospital staff share their experiences of organ donation

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    Members of staff at Harrogate District Hospital have been speaking about their personal experiences of organ donation and how important it is that people who choose to become donors share their wishes with family.

  46. More than 17,500 video consultations as North Yorkshire residents told not to put off making an appointment

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    The number of GP patient appointments in North Yorkshire carried out using video consulting has soared during the coronavirus pandemic.

  47. New drive to reduce obesity to help people fight off diseases including COVID-19

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    Growing evidence suggests that being obese or excessively overweight puts people at greater risk of serious illness or death from COVID-19.

  48. Changes to lockdown and self-isolation rules after increase in COVID-19 cases

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    Changes have been announced to local and national lockdown restrictions and the rules around self-isolation as the Government tries to get to grips with an increase in COVID-19 infections.

  49. Friarage Hospital providing faster diagnosis for people with ‘vague’ cancer symptons

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    The Friarage Hospital in Northallerton has launched a leading-edge cancer service to provide faster diagnosis for patients who do not have obvious symptoms.