What's happening in Beeston, Belle Isle, Cottingley, Holbeck, Hunslet, Middleton and Stourton
That’s the message Judith Harris from Leeds wants to share following a bout of ill health. Judith is backing a local NHS campaign #NHSHereForYou, which encourages people to seek medical attention if they’re unwell or concerned about their health or that of anyone in their family. Her support follows a
Leeds GP practices will be open this Easter bank holiday for those who need help. As part of the city’s response to coronavirus (COVID-19), most appointments will take place via telephone or video. Face-to-face appointments are still offered where absolutely necessary, with patients being advised accordingly. GPs are also encouraging
Schools in South Leeds have been doing their bit to support the NHS during the current Coronavirus outbreak, making and donating Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Design & Technology staff at both Cockburn School in Beeston and Cockburn John Charles Academy in Belle Isle have made 110 face shields (see main
The NHS in Leeds is warning local people to beware of a new text scam that appears to use a genuine NHS appointment reminder number. The warning from the Counter Fraud team at Audit Yorkshire follows several patients around the country reporting “smishing” texts. Smishing is a form of fraud.
Tomorrow, Sunday (29 March 2020) Holbeck-based Northern Monk brewery will be giving away 5,000 330ml cans of their flagship core range beer, Faith, to NHS workers across the UK. Northern Monk want to thank NHS employees for continuing to care for the country at this difficult time, so will be
As the summer holidays come to an end, the NHS in Leeds is reminding parents and students to make sure they’re prepared for the health challenges that a new term can bring by knowing how to get appropriate advice, making sure all vaccinations are up to date and having a
With another bank holiday just around the corner, the NHS is encouraging people across West Yorkshire to visit a pharmacist if they need quick access to health advice or treatment for minor illnesses. Your local pharmacy can help you with more than you might think. Every pharmacist is trained in
Residents in Beeston Hill and Holbeck are being offered help and support to access permanent jobs working in the Estates and Facilities team in the NHS in Leeds. There are a wide range of jobs offering: flexible hours full training excellent staff benefits career development opportunities good rates of pay
Beeston parents are fundraising for life saving treatment for their 4 year old son having been turned down by the NHS. Back in December we reported that Patrick Askham from Beeston had received a bowel transplant having been born with a condition called Gastroschisis and part his intestine outside his
As the weather warms up and we spend more time outdoors, the NHS in Leeds is advising people with asthma – especially children – on how to manage their health this summer to avoid the ‘September spike’ in emergency asthma admissions. Asthma is the most common long term medical condition