Health £12m unit at Wharfedale Hospital, reduces waiting times for operations A new £12million unit at Wharfedale Hospital which includes operating theatres and wards is now open, reducing the time patients wait for surgery and providing protected space for planned operations to take place. The Elective Care Hub at the hospital in Otley creates additional operating theatre capacity away from Leeds By The Editor • 2 min read
Health Council leaders set to unite in support for new Leeds Hospital Council leaders are expected to underline their full and unwavering support for a new hospital for Leeds and call for urgent Government approval and acceleration of plans, ahead of the Chancellor of the Exchequer’s October budget announcement. A report will go to Leeds City Council’s Executive Board setting By The Editor • 2 min read
Health Government investment to boost Artificial Intelligence cancer research at Leeds Teaching Hospitals The National Pathology Imaging Co-operative (NPIC) at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust will receive £5.1 million from the Government to improve data infrastructure that will aid cancer and disease research – potentially leading to faster and more accurate diagnosis of cancer and other diseases. Early diagnosis is key to improving By The Editor • 2 min read
Health Health sector specialist digital agency reveals growth plans. A Leeds digital agency that specialises in making websites more accessible for the NHS is marking 20 years in business with new growth plans. Mixd was founded by Phil Shackleton and Mike Danford to provide user-centred digital design and services. It has become a national leader in accessibility design for By The Editor • 1 min read
Health Pioneering Leeds private hospital signs prestigious sponsorship deal The flourishing Leeds Private Hospital, situated in the beautiful 17th Century Red Hall House estate close to Roundhay, has signed a prestigious sponsorship deal with Sheffield-based GBM Sports Promotion. Founded by Consultant Facial Plastic Surgeon Dr Fas Arshad, the hospital is now the leading private hospital in Yorkshire. Dr Arshad By The Editor • 3 min read
Health myenergi announces electrifying new partnership with the NHS myenergi, the eco-smart tech manufacturer, has announced a major new partnership agreement with the NHS. Set to be rolled out across hospitals in Yorkshire, Lincolnshire and the Humber, the collaboration with NHS Humber Health Partnership will offer employees a significant discount when purchasing a zappi EV charger. Working alongside wider By The Editor • 2 min read
Health Pioneering occupational physiotherapy service developed in Yorkshire A pioneering occupational physiotherapy service developed in Yorkshire, that has improved the return-to-work recovery times for 96% of businesses accessing it across the UK, has received a major industry accolade within the occupational health sector. The Back in Action UK service, delivered by Leeds-based Sano Physiotherapy, has been awarded the By The Editor • 2 min read
Health New state-of-the-art dental clinic opens in Wakefield Yorkshire Dental Suite is excited to announce the expansion of its cosmetic dentistry services with the opening of a fourth clinic in Wakefieldon Monday 2nd September. This fourth location strengthens the brand’s presence in the region, complementing its established practices in Leeds, York, and Hull. The new Wakefield clinic By The Editor • 1 min read
Health New cosmetic dental studio to open in Barnsley Vitruvian Dental Studio, a state-of-the-art private dental practice is set to open in Barnsley’s The Glass Works this autumn. The family-run business, which offers a variety of services, from ‘smile transformation’ to cosmetic and general dentistry, will be opening their second location in Yorkshire, with its first unit situated By The Editor • 2 min read
Health Family business celebrates prestigious award win Horizon Care, a Yorkshire-based family owned and run care provider proudly announces its award win at the Stars of Social Cre Awards 2024. Mental Health Specialist was awarded to Horizon’s Glen Robson which recognises Glen’s unparalleled understanding of debilitating mental health conditions and supporting individuals to avoid acute By The Editor • 1 min read
Health Leeds City Council backed partnership for new mental health and suicide prevention company A newly launched mental health and suicide prevention Community Interest Company, HelloHope has partnered with Navigatr, to make its lifesaving training programmes visible via digital badges, under a Leeds City Council-backed scheme. Ellie MacDonald launched HelloHope at a special event in May this year and has partnered with fellow Leeds-based By The Editor • 2 min read
Health New gym is the centre of attention for fitness fans A Leeds leisure centre is looking in great shape for the future following a major overhaul of its gym. Rothwell Leisure Centre’s gym has been completely refurbished, with new flooring, decor and branding being put in place. Leeds City Council has also invested in new state-of-the-art equipment for the By The Editor • 2 min read
