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NHS England figures show there were 17,739 visits to A&E at York Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in April.

Two-thirds of trust’s A&E arrivals seen within four hours

Older women are seeing the biggest success with weight loss jabs when supported by digital tools like the Voy app.

Women 55+ lose more weight on Mounjaro and Wegovy with better habits

Optical Express highlights the importance of regular eye tests during Dementia Awareness Week

The link between vision and dementia – why regular eye tests matter

Warning to those who are more vulnerable to limit their exposure to direct sunlight.

Vulnerable Brits warned to avoid direct sunlight during hot spell

The Covid variant LP.8.1 was first detected in July 2024.

New Covid variant LP.8.1 warning signs and symptoms to look out for

A boil your tap water alert has been issued in some parts of the UK 'until further notice'.

'Boil tap water' warning issued in North Yorkshire ends

I tried the incredible Boots Fuel & Recover Sports Box with £160 worth of premium products for just £39.99

I tried the incredible Boots Fuel & Recover Sports Box £39.99

Weight loss injections including Mounjaro and Wegovy have became household names.

The long-term effects of weight loss injections - what we know so far

The common symptoms that could be a sign of hay fever, a cold or even Covid as cases continue to rise.

How to tell the difference between hay fever a cold or Covid

Unity Enterprise Manager Adrian Green (left), Dentaid Fleet Supervisor Richard Hill, and PAFRAS Director Karen Pearse, visiting the Dentaid mobile clinic at Unity Business Centre

Yorkshire housing association hosts Dentaid clinic for people experiencing homel...

Charlie Dewhirst MP said he is determined to see Bridlington Hospital utilised as much as possible for benefit of local patients.

MP's delight over hospital's ‘surgical hub’ accreditation

Bridlington Hospital has received ‘surgical hub’ accreditation, meaning it will be able to carry out more operations on local patients.

Phil Hutchinson

Hamilton Springs - John and Zuby

Yorkshire Care Homes Celebrate International Nurses Day with Creative Photo Exhi...

North Yorkshire NHS Talking Therapies team support the message that you matter.

Yorkshire NHS teams up with people with lived experience of mental illness for n...

These are before and after images of Jamie, another 47 Skin user

47 Skin: The UK skincare brand that actually works

Retinoblastoma patient Harvey with mum Jill.

Candlelighters focus on raising awareness of rare childhood eye cancer, retinobl...

Keep items that can cause fires, such as candles, matches and lighters out of children’s reach.

Advice offered to parents over fire dangers

Hospitals in some areas of the UK have been restricting visitors over a rise in the cases of norovirus.

'Do not attend hospital': Warning to people with these symptoms

Being active can have physical, mental and social benefits for people living with Parkinson's.

Scarborough communities could be eligible for up to £3,000 in funding as nationa...

With cases on the rise, this is how to tell the difference between hay fever and Covid symptoms.

How to tell the difference between hay fever and Covid as cases rise

Staff Promote the £30 for 30 Campaign

Carers Plus Yorkshire Celebrates 30 Years of Support

The Walden Sports treadmill folds away to fit in small spaces when it's not being used

This electric treadmill is nearly half price - now less than £150

Jessica Tappenden-Rowell, 23, in hospital after her operation. Photo: Kennedy News and Media

Scarborough carer thought she had a mouth ulcer - but it was cancer

New research has suggested that low levels of Vitamin B2 deficiency are linked to cognitive dysfunction.

Warning as low levels of this vitamin could increase dementia risk

As the disposable vape ban is set to come in from June 1, many vape users are switching to nicotine pouches.

Nicotine pouches are rising in popularity ahead of vape ban

Pharmacists are warning those eligible for a Covid booster to get their jab as cases continue to rise.

Brits warned of Covid risk this Bank Holiday weekend as cases surge

Nic Taylor, founder of 47 Skin,

How 47 Skin grew into a skincare favourite from Yorkshire roots

Staff celebrate the opening of the new Emergency Department

£47 million Urgent and Emergency Care Centre opens at Scarborough Hospital

From sneezes, to itchy eyes and sore throats, an estimated 10 million people in the UK live with hay fever.

Five essential tips to ease hay fever symptoms in adults

The warm weather has been bad news for people who suffer from hay fever 🤧

Sarah McCann

Babies and young children can become ill during very hot weather, this is how you can help them cool down.

Keep your baby cool during the hot weather with these five expert tips

The Levoit Core 200S is a perfect size for home offices

This smart air purifier has helped my wife with hayfever this spring

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​Bridlington and the Wolds MP ​Charlie Dewhirst.

Charlie Dewhirst MP shines a light on issues facing MS community

Rhysa Phommachanh, Health and Personal Care Specialist at Landys Chemist, has shared her post-marathon recovery plan.

London Marathon 2025: Five top tips for post-marathon recovery

Drugs like Ozempic, which is a treatment for type 2 diabetes, have become household names for weight loss.

Serious side effects of weight loss drugs as experts issue warning

Hundreds of thousands of young people take part in DofE activities every year

DofE kit sorted: Top Craghoppers picks for expeditions

London marathon runners have been warned ahead of the warm weather this weekend.

Warning issued to London Marathon runners as temperatures set to soar

The dopamine diet is the latest digital detox trend taking off on social media.

Three top tips on how to do a digital detox and avoid scrolling

The restrictions are in place until further notice.

Scarborough and York hospitalsrestrict visitors to stop spread of norovirus

Dementia Forward is announcing launch dates for two brand-new dementia support initiatives in the Scarborough area.

Dementia Support Services set to open in Scarborough

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Youngsters delay toilet trips until they are sure they can't be heard

The supermarket chain’s new online pharmacy has taken off this year

Morrisons’ online clinic can give women more control over their health

DIRTEA's award-winning mushroom coffee

Ditch the jitters – coffee alternative gives focus without the crash

Anton Ferdinand backs Sport in Mind’s Mad Headlines campaign to challenge harmful language in sports media.

Sports media fuelling mental health crisis with one in twenty words harmful

Covid cases have been on the rise in the UK.

Covid symptoms to look out for after Easter as cases rise

The exact amount of time you can keep Easter lamb in the fridge.

The exact amount of time you can keep Easter lamb in the fridge

The last thing you want this Easter is food poisoning 🤢

Sarah McCann

Measles is a highly contagious viral infection, which can have serious health consequences.

Warning signs of measles and how to avoid getting the virus

St John Ambulance has issued choking advice for children under 12 months old.

Easter first aid advice for children over 12 months old from St John Ambulance

The event in Bridlington takes place on Wednesday April 23 at Langdales Wharf Car Park, Bridlington, YO15 2SJ.

Bridlington fishermen invited to SeaFit dental health and wellbeing event

The Easter holidays will impact the opening hours of your doctor's surgery.

Are GPs open over the Easter weekend? What to do if you get sick

Dr Nigel Wells, NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board (ICB) Executive Director of Clinical and Professional.

Eligible East Riding residents urged to take up offer of COVID-19 booster jab

Get in the Easter spirit with a baker's dozen.

Cinnamon adds a healthy touch to your baker's dozen

Elitone Pelvic Floor Device: A discreet solution to help strengthen your pelvic floor and stop accidents

Review of the Elitone pelvic floor device

This is the exact amount of water you should drink each day.

The exact amount of water you should drink as temperatures soar

A group of organisations and advocates from across the UK are coming together to shine a light on thoracic endometriosis.

'The NHS is failing us': Hundreds share their endometriosis stories

It takes on average eight years and 10 months to get an endometriosis diagnosis in Scotland.

Endometriosis: National World's open letter to health ministers

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