1. Stay well this winter

    Advice and Information -

    Staying well can be harder during the winter months so it's important to look after ourselves and those around us, particularly at this time of year.

    The links below provide excellent advice and information on how to stay well this winter.

  2. Where can I go to get help for my health out-of-hours?

    Advice and Information -

    Our health issues don't always stop at the weekend so if you need medical assistance out-of-hours, please follow the advice and information below.

  3. Advice about Coronavirus (COVID-19)

    Advice and Information -

    Read the latest advice and information from NHS England and Public Health England about Coronavirus

  4. Experiences of Health & Care in Bradford during the first phase of COVID-19

    Report -

    This report sets out the findings of a survey we conducted from 30th March to 29th June 2020.

  5. Feedback Analysis July-September 2020

    Report -

    Quarterly analysis of feedback & comments given to Healthwatch Bradford & District by and on behalf of health service users during July-September 2020.

  6. Because We All Care

    Blog -

    Join the campaign: #BecauseWeAllCare

  7. Bradford Teaching Hospitals seeking public governors

    Advice and Information -

    Would you like to make a difference by becoming a governor? Bradford Teaching Hospitals is seeking public governors to sit on the Foundation Trust’s
    Council.

  8. Latest inspection reports on services in Bradford district

    Report -

    The Care Quality Commission (CQC), the independent regulator of health and social care in England, publishes reports on services it has inspected in Bradford district.

  9. What matters to you in health and social care services?

    News -

    We want to hear what matters to the people of Bradford when it comes to health and social care services for this year.

  10. 2020-21 Annual Report

    Report -

    Our Annual Report for 2020-21, a very different report to previous years, as with everybody we've had to adapt and find new ways to enagage with the Bradford & District Public.

    Please follow the link to download the report.

  11. Digitally excluded people’s experiences of remote GP appointments

    News -

    Digitally excluded people’s experiences of remote GP appointments

  12. People in Bradford district urged to get the flu jab if offered one

    News -

    People offered the flu jab in the Bradford district are being encouraged to get it as soon as possible to boost their immunity levels this winter.

  13. Patients and carers group highlights importance of acting FAST for World Stroke Day

    News -

    World Stroke Day (October 29) is this year focusing on the need to act FAST in the aftermath of a stroke.

  14. Be aware of warning signs and risks in Mouth Cancer Action Month

    News -

    People are this month being urged to be aware of the signs and symptoms of one of the few cancers predicted to increase in the coming years.

  15. Access to care in the spotlight for World Diabetes Day 2021

    News -

    People in Bradford and district are encouraged to support World Diabetes Day (Sunday, November 14), which this year is based around access to diabetes care.

  16. Free events in Bradford and district to help you take control of your health

    News -

    Free events are taking place across Bradford and district next week (November 15-21, 2021) to help people of all ages take greater control of their health.

  17. More than £900,000 to support rough sleepers in Bradford district with drug and alcohol problems

    News -

    More than £900,000 has been awarded to support rough sleepers with drug and alcohol problems in Bradford district.

  18. Bradford parents asked to make sure their children gets flu vaccination when offered

    News -

    Parents in Bradford are being asked to make sure their children get the flu vaccination this year to protect their children and other family members.

  19. Protect your babies and get your jab, says mum who fell ill with COVID

    News -

    A young mother who was admitted to hospital severely ill with COVID-19 after declining the vaccine has sent a powerful message to pregnant mums, urging them to get their jabs.

  20. Advice booklet offers support to people in Bradford district over the winter months

    News -

    Support is on offer to people across the Bradford district over the winter months in the form of an advice booklet.

  21. Help for you and your family to stay well this winter

    Advice and Information -

    Information and advice is available to help keep you and your family well in Bradford district this winter.

  22. How is the NHS changing in Bradford district in 2022?

    News -

    Changes are being made to the way in which NHS services are funded, planned and delivered in 2022.

  23. Winter support from Diabetes UK

    Advice and Information -

    Key resources and links are on offer from Diabetes UK to support people with self-care over the coming months.

  24. People warned over delays to some NHS services as COVID-19 booster campaign ramps up

    News -

    People in Bradford district are being warned that some NHS services or non-urgent appointments and treatment could be postponed or delayed as the COVID-19 vaccination booster programme is prioritised.

  25. Online support on offer for people living with arthritis

    News -

    Online support is on offer for adults living with arthritis in the coming weeks.

  26. People in Bradford urged to remain vigilant as COVID-19 'Plan B' restrictions lifted

    News -

    People in Bradford district are being urged to "remain vigilant" in helping prevent the spread of COVID-19 as restrictions are eased.

  27. People in Bradford district asked to keep wearing face coverings in places like GP surgeries and hospitals

    News -

    People living in Bradford district are being asked to continue wearing face coverings in places like hospitals and GP practices.

  28. Online support for people with diabetes who want to prepare for Ramadan

    News -

    A free online session is offering support to people with diabetes in Bradford district who wish to prepare for Ramadan.

  29. Courses rolled out for people with Long COVID in Bradford district

    News -

    A new service to be delivered in Bradford, Airedale, Wharfedale and Craven is giving hope to people with Long COVID, as a report published shows it is effective at treating those living with the post-viral disease.

  30. Hundreds of vulnerable people receive new COVID treatment

    News -

    A West Yorkshire man has become one of the first to benefit from new NHS treatments to prevent complications from COVID-19.

  31. Chance to represent your community as a governor on Bradford hospitals trust council

    News -

    District residents are needed to represent their communities' views about the services at hospitals in Bradford.

  32. Free support to lose weight in Bradford district

    News -

    Free support to lose weight is on offer to adults in Bradford district through a 12-week programme with Weight Watchers (WW), ShapeUp4Life, Slimming World or GetSlim.

  33. Bradford district NHS trusts among only a third nationally to meet legal rights of deaf and blind patients to accessible information

    News -

    Bradford district residents who are blind, deaf or have a learning disability mostly appear to be having their communication needs met by local NHS services, new research shows.

  34. New physical and mental wellbeing service for the Wharfe Valley

    News -

    A new community-based service has been launched in Ilkley to help people access physical and mental wellbeing support.

  35. Specialist support in Bradford district for older people at risk of falls

    News -

    People over 60 in Bradford district who feel at risk of falling are being encouraged to see their GP and ask for specialist support.

  36. Help spread the word about early detection of cancer in Bradford district

    News -

    People in Bradford district are being encouraged to take action against cancer by taking up offers of screening and increasing early detection of the disease.

  37. New £7m surgical unit at Bradford Royal Infirmary 'will mean a better experience for patients'

    News -

    A £7m facility which will improve the environment and experience of surgical patients in Bradford has opened its doors.

  38. The Accessible Information Standard – what you can expect from services

    Advice and Information -

    The Accessible Information Standard is mandatory for all organisations that provide National Health Service (NHS) or adult social care. Here’s some key information about the accessible communications you should expect from services.

  39. New Governors needed at Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust

    News -

    Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust is encouraging local people to nominate themselves in the upcoming Governor elections.

  40. People in Bradford talk about cancer in their own language to help save lives

    News -

    A new scheme encouraging people to have conversations about cancer in their own language to help save lives has been piloted in Bradford.

  41. Recruitment opens for key role in new body in charge of meeting health and care needs of Bradford district

    News -

    The search is on for an independent chair to bring “objectivity, independence and challenge” to a new board tasked with managing more than £1 billion meeting the healthcare needs of Bradford District and Craven.

  42. Fewer children and young people in Bradford district getting vaccinated against life-threatening diseases

    News -

    Parents and carers in Bradford district are being reminded that children and young people need to have their routine vaccinations.

  43. What medical support are you entitled to if you’re new to the UK?

    Advice and Information -

    For new arrivals to the UK it can be confusing where to go if you need medical assistance. Here we outline your rights as a refugee, where you can access emergency help and how to register for a GP.

  44. Pasties and people

    Blog -

    Helen Rushworth, CEO of Healthwatch Bradford and District, provides the latest Leadership message for West Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership.