1. Patients reveal effects of COVID delays to planned care in partnership with Healthwatch

    News -

    The findings of a citizens' panel set up in partnership with Healthwatch have been revealed in a report on the effects of delays to planned care caused by the COVID-19 pandemic in West Yorkshire.

  2. Have a say on proposed enhanced opening hours for GP practices

    News -

    People across Bradford district are being asked for their views on proposals to enhance GP practice opening hours.

  3. Counselling project offers emotional support to carers in Bradford district

    News -

    A new counselling project is making a difference to the lives of unpaid carers in Bradford district.

  4. New era for health and care in Bradford district as West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board starts work

    News -

    A new era has begun for the way health and care services are planned and delivered in Bradford district.

  5. Free health and mental health training for anyone living or working in Bradford district

    News -

    The Living Well Academy is offering new dates for free accredited courses for anyone living or working in Bradford district.

  6. Disabled people report being blocked from NHS care due to poor communications

    News -

    Healthwatch England warns that health and care services are failing in their legal duty to provide accessible information for people with physical and learning disabilities.

  7. Hospital team 'on a mission' to eliminate hepatitis C in Bradford district

    News -

    A website has been launched in Bradford to raise awareness of Hepatitis C and encourage people to get tested for the 'silent disease'.

  8. Help shape the future of virtual hospital services in Bradford

    News -

    People in Bradford district are being asked to help design future "virtual" hospital services.

  9. Deaf and hard of hearing people urged to give feedback on care by CQC

    News -

    Deaf and hard-of-hearing people in Bradford are being encouraged to share their thoughts on the standards of care they receive at GPs, dentists, hospitals and care homes, with the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

  10. Regulator demands improvements to reduce pressure on urgent and emergency care across West Yorkshire following inspection

    News -

    The independent regulator of health and social care in England has found that improvements are needed to ease pressure on urgent and emergency care services across West Yorkshire, including Bradford district.

  11. CQC publishes report on community health services for children and young people at Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust

    News -

    The Care Quality Commission has published a report following an inspection of community health services for children and young people provided by Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust.

  12. Which pharmacies are open in Bradford district for August bank holiday 2022?

    News -

    People in Bradford district are being offered advice on what to do if they need medical help during the August bank holiday weekend.

  13. Bradford COVID vaccination centre closes as NHS prepares for autumn boosters

    News -

    Bradford’s Jacob’s Well vaccination centre will be finishing this weekend (Saturday, August 27) as the COVID-19 vaccination programme moves to its next phase.

  14. What is a GP referral and how can you get one?

    Advice and Information -

    When you need specialist NHS support, like hospital tests or treatment, you often need a referral from your GP first. Find out what this includes and what to expect.

  15. Are you or your loved one waiting to get a GP referral? Share your views

    News -

    Have you or your loved one been left frustrated after struggling to get a GP referral for tests or treatment? You’re not alone.

  16. Healthwatch in West Yorkshire highlights your issues with GPs, dentists and the cost-of-living crisis to health and care decision-makers

    News -

    Healthwatch, working together across West Yorkshire, has highlighted a range of challenges and issues being faced by members of our communities to those responsible for planning health and care services.

  17. Public and patient governors needed by Bradford hospitals

    News -

    People across Bradford district are needed as public and patient governors to sit on the Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust’s Council.

  18. Cost-of-living crisis: Advice on making your money count in Bradford district

    Advice and Information -

    People in Bradford district are being offered support with the cost-of-living crisis.

  19. What people across West Yorkshire are telling us about their experience of health and care services, August 2022

    Report -

    Healthwatch, working together across West Yorkshire, has produced a report highlighting some of the key challenges and issues faced by people and communities when trying to access health and care services.

  20. Support available in Bradford district for World Mental Health Day

    News -

    This World Mental Health Day (Monday 10 October), the voluntary and community sector, as well as health and care across Bradford district, are encouraging people to access support for their mental wellbeing during these difficult times.

  21. Get involved with new Healthwatch panel to put local voices at heart of West Yorkshire health and care

    News -

    People across West Yorkshire are being asked to help shape a new Healthwatch people’s panel which will play an important role in advising health and care services across the area. 

  22. Flu vaccine: What you need to know

    Advice and Information -

    Not sure whether you’re eligible for a flu vaccine or how to get it? Read our frequently asked questions.

  23. New online support for children with speech, language and communication needs

    News -

    A platform of interactive online resources has been launched to support parents and carers of children with speech, language and communication needs.

  24. I'm pregnant. What happens next?

    Advice and Information -

    Becoming a parent can be a wonderful and exciting experience, but it can also be overwhelming. To help, we’ve broken down the pregnancy care you should expect from the NHS.

  25. Tell us your story of maternal mental health care

    News -

    Pregnancy is a major life event for any family. It can be joyful and fulfilling but also challenging. We’re launching a national survey to understand if care works for new mothers and birthing parents. Share your story.

  26. Stars support child mental health advice website launched in Bradford district

    News -

    Gary Lineker, Myleene Klass and Tanni Grey-Thompson are amongst 16 presenters backing new child mental health website This May Help, launched this month (November 2022).

  27. Carers’ Resource launches research which shows the true impact of the pandemic on unpaid carers

    News -

    Local charity Carers’ Resource has published a new research study which shows how unpaid carers were severely affected during the COVID-19 pandemic.

  28. One-stop wellbeing hubs set up across Bradford district to support people

    Advice and Information -

    A Wellbeing Network has been launched for Bradford District and Craven to provide advice and support on welfare benefits, mental wellbeing, domestic abuse, substance misuse, refugees and asylum seekers, physical health and carer support.

  29. New campaign aims to help people in Bradford district get the most out of their GP practice

    Advice and Information -

    The NHS in Bradford district has launched a campaign to increase awareness of how GP practices are working, the range of services offered and the specialist team members who are available to help people get the care they need.

  30. Young people in Bradford tell of impact of COVID-19 in emotional film

    News -

    A new film gives a raw and emotional insight into the experiences of Bradford’s young people as they faced the turmoil wrought by COVID-19.

  31. Man diagnosed with prostate cancer sets up support group in Bradford

    News -

    A prostate cancer support group has been launched in Bradford.

  32. Tell us about your experiences of GP practices in Bradford district

    News -

    We want to hear about your experiences of GP practices in Bradford district in the past year.

  33. Carers’ Resource awarded new contracts to provide services for unpaid carers in Bradford & Craven

    News -

    Carers’ Resource has been awarded new contracts by Bradford Council to provide services for unpaid carers in Bradford and Craven districts for at least the next five years.

  34. Patients and public need urgent reassurance on NHS winter crisis and recovery

    News -

    Healthwatch England is concerned that coverage in recent days showing the NHS at breaking point will exacerbate already-low public confidence that people can get urgent and emergency care when they need it most.

  35. People are increasingly avoiding NHS appointments and prescriptions due to cost of living, Healthwatch England warns

    News -

    Our new data for England shows a worrying increase in the number of people avoiding vital care. We're calling for urgent action from government and health and care services to ensure rising costs are not a barrier to healthcare.

  36. Views on vaccines from South Asian communities

    Report -

    Healthwatch Bradford and District was commissioned by NHS England to engage members of South Asian communities in Bradford district on their current feelings about vaccines offered by the NHS.

  37. Have your say on how health services are delivered across West Yorkshire

    News -

    People and communities are being urged to come forward and share their views on how health services should be delivered to them locally and across West Yorkshire.

  38. Video launched to support families with babies to help them sleep safely

    News -

    NHS teams in Bradford have launch a new video for parents and carers offering safer sleep advice.

  39. New unit opens its doors for patients at Lynfield Mount Hospital

    News -

    Families across West Yorkshire will be able to benefit from a new therapeutic hospital unit for people with complex learning disabilities which has opened in Bradford.

  40. Local doctors offer advice on getting ready for Ramadan

    Advice and Information -

    The holy month of Ramadan begins next month (22 March – 21 April) and will be observed by Muslims in Britain and around the world as a month of fasting (sawm), prayer, reflection, and community engagement.

  41. Carers invited to spring events at Bradford allotment

    News -

    Yorkshire charity Carers’ Resource is encouraging carers to enjoy the outdoors this spring by inviting them to two events at its Bradford allotment.

  42. Be sure to order repeat prescriptions in Bradford district before the Easter holidays

    News -

    As the four-day Easter bank holiday approaches, West Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership is reminding people to double check they have enough medication to last through the holidays and to order repeat prescriptions in plenty of time.

  43. ‘Review culture’ is on the rise, yet only one in 10 feed back on health services

    News -

    People are nearly four times more likely to share their thoughts on a dinner out or takeaway than on NHS services, according to a new survey. 

  44. Five big issues people with cancer in the UK are concerned about, according to Macmillan Cancer Support

    Advice and Information -

    Every year more than 385,000 people in the UK are diagnosed with cancer and there are currently at least 3 million people living with cancer across the UK.

  45. COVID-19 spring booster vaccination programme gets under way in Bradford district

    News -

    The NHS has kicked off the next phase of its COVID vaccination programme this week with a spring campaign to protect the most vulnerable.

  46. How the junior doctors' strike will affect Bradford district from April 11-15

    News -

    People in Bradford district are being asked to check their medication supplies and to visit NHS 111 online first (www.111.nhs.uk) for health advice over what is expected to be a busy period for NHS services during the Easter bank holiday (April 7-10) and until the end of junior doctor strike action (April 11-15).

  47. Local NHS urges people in Bradford district to prepare for May bank holidays

    News -

    People are being asked to check their medication supplies and to visit NHS 111 online first for health advice over what is expected to be a busy period for NHS services during the first of three May bank holidays (May 1) and nurse strike action (April 30 – May 2).