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NHS and Partner Data Survey

NHS South Yorkshire, the University of Sheffield, and NHS Secure Data Environment conducting a survey to understand public perspectives on how their data is used by the NHS and its partner organisations. Whether you have thoughts about how data is kept safe and secure, or how it is used to improve patient outcomes, we want to hear from you.

£1million community fund for North-East Sheffield

People living in north-east Sheffield will soon benefit from a one million pound community fund to support healthy and happy neighbourhoods in the area.

Potential fraud alert

We have been made aware of a scam targeting patients registered with local GP practices.

Major redevelopment works begin at Doncaster Royal Infirmary

Works have officially begun on a significant redevelopment at Doncaster Royal Infirmary, marking another step in Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals’ (DBTH) ongoing focus on improving facilities and services.

Quit for a week and save a day, say health experts

Smokers who choose to quit on 1 January could save a whole day of their life by 8 January, according to new research.

NHS prevents thousands of strokes, thanks to lifesaving drive

Around one hundred people a month in England have avoided a stroke over the last year thanks to a lifesaving NHS rollout of blood thinning medication.

NHS chief urges public to “unwrap the NHS App” this Christmas

The NHS is encouraging people to gift their loved ones the NHS App this Christmas, so they can order prescriptions, manage appointments and check test results over the festive period.

GP explains different roles in primary care and how they can help you

A South Yorkshire GP is reminding patients of the different healthcare professional working in GP practices and how they can help you get the right care in a timely manner.

Final chance to book jabs to avoid ‘festive flu’

The NHS is urging those eligible for vaccination to come forward without delay before the National Booking Service closes this Thursday (19 December).

Stay well this winter - choosing the right healthcare services when you're unwell

The winter weather has an impact on our health, illnesses such as respiratory viruses and norovirus stomach bugs are more common in the winter and can be spread easily.

Local Hospitals to Invest in Pioneering Therapy Technology at Montagu Hospital

This development, funded by the Fred and Ann Green Legacy and DBTH Charity, will introduce cutting-edge equipment to improve rehabilitation for patients at the Mexborough site’s Rehabilitation Centre and those receiving care at home.

New digital platform widens access to research for MND patients

People living with motor neuron disease (MND) will have more opportunities to participate in groundbreaking research, thanks to a new digital platform designed to accelerate the search for a cure for the debilitating disease.