We want to ensure that you are kept up to date with the latest news, events and announcements from your local health and care partnership. In this section you can find our latest media releases as well as events and campaign announcements.
UKHSA issues Cold Weather Alert as low temperatures forecast
Amber Cold-Health Alerts are in place for all regions of England starting midday 02 January
NHS in West Yorkshire asks for the public’s support as services are extremely busy
NHS services across West Yorkshire are extremely busy and people should only attend A&E when care is needed for life-threatening illness or injury. West Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership is asking all members of the public to play their part in protecting services for those who need them most right now, and throughout the rest […]
A SEISMIC change to health and care in Leeds
People from the most deprived areas of Leeds who are living with multiple long-term mental and physical health conditions are contributing to a research project to inform how health and care services could better meet their needs.
Together we can stay well this winter in West Yorkshire
The NHS in West Yorkshire is encouraging people to stay well this winter to look after themselves, their loved ones, and busy NHS services.
NHS booking opens for life-saving flu and COVID-19 vaccinations in West Yorkshire
Eligible people in West Yorkshire can now book flu and COVID-19 vaccinations as the NHS rolls out additional protection for those most at risk ahead of winter. Anyone eligible can book their vaccinations from 9am via the NHS website, by downloading the NHS app, or by calling 119 for free if they can’t get online. […]
NHS services this Christmas and New Year
The NHS in Leeds is encouraging residents to choose the right service if they become unwell during the festive period.
Leeds is facing unprecedented levels of demand – Leeds Health and Care Partnership
Shared statement – 19 December 2022. This week the health and care system in Leeds is facing unprecedented levels of demand which is resulting in long waits for care in Accident and Emergency (A&E).
Leeds Health and Care Partnership statement – strike action
The Royal College of Nursing (RCN) has confirmed that their members will be taking part in national industrial action, in the form of a strike, on Thursday 15 December and Tuesday 20 December from 8am-8pm. This will impact on some services at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and some community nursing services across the city.
New fellows sought to help improve population health in West Yorkshire
West Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership’s Improving Population Health Fellowship is back for a second year, and is looking for more fellows to help make a positive difference.
Leeds urged to get boosted this winter
The Lord Mayor of Leeds has urged residents across the city to check if they are eligible for the free flu jab or COVID booster this winter.