Posts by Tim Readman
On-the-go wellbeing support for Dads in North Yorkshire
New and expectant fathers in North Yorkshire are benefiting from the support of a new app providing on-the-go advice to help them enjoy their babies, feel more confident and support their mental and emotional wellbeing. Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust (TEWV) has purchased rights to DadPad, an easy to use, free app…
Read MoreNHS North Yorkshire Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) supports care homes during COVID-19
NHS North Yorkshire Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) has invested in more than 200 Samsung tablet devices for care homes in the county, so residents can access virtual appointments with GPs and other clinical staff. The data-enabled tablets come equipped with the same software that’s enabling doctors to hold increasing numbers of virtual consultations with patients,…
Read MoreAntibody testing for Covid-19 (coronavirus)
Antibody testing is now gradually being introduced across the country. However, its availability is currently limited, and guidance for its use in the community has not yet been released. As it does not change any of the clinical management or social distancing rules NHS North Yorkshire Clinical Commissioning Group and NHS Vale of York Clinical…
Read MoreNew number makes it easier to access support in a mental health emergency
Mental Health Awareness Week: Children and young people urged to use free online service for mental health and emotional wellbeing support
Children and young people living in North Yorkshire are being encouraged to use a free online mental health and emotional wellbeing service if they need support during Mental Health Awareness Week (18-24 May) and beyond. People aged between 11 and 25 can register to use Kooth – a free, anonymous online counselling and emotional wellbeing…
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