Health Expansion of pioneering private hospital in historic Leeds building set for approval Planning approval is set to be granted for the second phase of a pioneering private hospital in one of Leeds’ most iconic buildings. Leeds City Council planners are ready to give the green light to a brand-new 6,500 sq ft extension at the 17th century Red Hall House estate By The Editor • 3 min read
Health Digital healthcare start-up secures share of multi-million-pound funding A digital healthcare start-up has secured two grants including a six-figure sum from a government programme to trial ground-breaking gaming and AI technology to support early screening and diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease. Yorkshire-based Ascentys is borne from Alzheimer's research UK funding. In partnership with Durham University By The Editor • 2 min read
Health Yorkshire pharmacy company acquires medical centre An award-winning pharmacy group which delivers a comprehensive range of healthcare services in Yorkshire has expanded its portfolio thanks to seven-figure funding from Unity Trust Bank. Ashley and Nikki Cohen, who set up Pharm-Assist in 2006 and now employ more than 60 staff, have used the refinance loan to take By The Editor • 2 min read
Health What makes a good carer? The UK’s social care and support network is a crucial lynchpin for the wellbeing and quality-of-life of millions. Elderly, disabled, developmentally challenged and otherwise infirm members of the population rely on regular support and interventions of care in order to live as close to normal lives as possible. Carers By The Editor • 2 min read
Health Local businesses join forces to help to save lives in Richmond Two further publicly available defibrillators have been installed in the North Yorkshire town of Richmond thanks to generous donations from local businesses and individuals, coordinated by charity: Heart of Richmond. Following the installation of the first unit on Darlington Road to service Whitefields, St Nicholas Road and Ronaldshay which was By The Editor • 2 min read
Health Leeds urged to get boosted this winter The Lord Mayor of Leeds has urged residents across the city to check if they are eligible for the free flu jab or covid booster this winter. Ahead of the winter months the Lord Mayor of Leeds was joined by Councillor Salma Arif, Leeds City Council’s executive member for By The Editor • 3 min read
Health Priority Space helps move hospital playroom up the agenda Priority Space has responded to an urgent request to help develop a new playroom at Leeds Children’s Hospital for children born with heart problems. The South Yorkshire company has sponsored the complete refit of a newly decorated playroom to create new storage of toys, games and jigsaws, interactive light By The Editor • 2 min read
Health ‘Yorkshire Menopause Doctor’ hosts free expert menopause event October marks the beginning of World Menopause Month, a month dedicated to increasing awareness and knowledge on perimenopause and menopause. The awareness month helps women across the world understand the possible health issues associated when approaching, during, and after menopause. To celebrate World Menopause Month, Evolve Medical are running a By The Editor • 2 min read
Health New healthtech strategy sets out region’s plan for healthtech innovation A new Healthtech Strategy has been launched in West Yorkshire alongside the West Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership’s (WY HCP) and Yorkshire and Humber Academic Health Science Network (Y&H AHSN) Innovation and Improvement Hub, in a bid to transform health and care services within the region through By The Editor • 2 min read
Health Calderdale College offers free mental health training in aid of World Mental Health Day Ahead of World Mental Health Day on October 10th, Calderdale College is offering free courses in Mental Health First Aid for SMEs in Calderdale and the surrounding areas, to support employee wellbeing and improve workplace culture. Until June 2023, new participants can enrol in a Level 2 qualification in Mental By The Editor • 2 min read
Health Charity funded research hopes to break down barriers for Organ Donation Week A ground-breaking research study to reduce health inequalities around live organ donation has launched in Leeds for Organ Donation Week, 26 September to 2 October 2022. The study aims to identify barriers to living donor kidney transplantation for people from black, minority and ethnic (BAME) backgrounds. It will also explore By The Editor • 2 min read
Health Why health should be a priority for your family If you’re a parent, it’s extremely likely that when your kids get sick, you’ll take good care of them. You may even contact the doctor for advice, depending on how unwell they are. You’ll prioritize their health over everything, including your work. Including your own health. By The Editor • 2 min read
