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Cancer patients benefit from newly offered therapies

Cancer patients in the region are set to benefit from innovative new treatments thanks to the opening of a new state-of-the-art £4m nuclear medicine and molecular radiotherapy suite at Weston Park Cancer Centre.

NHS launches innovative new drive to recruit armed forces veterans

The NHS is stepping up a national campaign to recruit former members of the Armed Forces who want to join the health service and offer their valuable skills to caring for patients.

NHS South Yorkshire shortlisted for an Employee Benefits Awards

We are delighted to share that NHS South Yorkshire has been shortlisted for the Employee Benefits Awards 2024.

Choosing the right care this Easter Bank Holiday

With the Easter bank holiday weekend just around the corner, it’s important to know where you can get health care and advice should you need it over the long weekend.

New NHS Gambling Clinic Opens Amid Growing Demand

The NHS has opened a new gambling clinic in Sheffield this week, meeting the ambitious NHS Long Term Plan target with 15 services now available across the country.

Get your prescriptions ahead of the Easter holidays

Local health teams are advising people not to leave it until the last minute to order and collect repeat prescriptions ahead of the upcoming Easter bank holiday.

CYP Alliance Asthma Friendly Schools project shortlisted for the 2024 HSJ Partnership Awards

A joint project between South Yorkshire ICB, Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals and local schools, has been shortlisted for an award at the HSJ Partnership Awards.

NHS community pharmacy blood pressure check service available for people aged 40 and over

People across South Yorkshire aged 40 and over who don’t have a diagnosis of high blood pressure are reminded they can get their readings checked at their local NHS community pharmacy.

National No Smoking Day – it’s never too late to quit smoking

National no smoking day is on Wednesday 13 March and smokers in South Yorkshire are being urged to think about the benefits of stopping smoking for good

Dental pilot improves access for homeless South Yorkshire residents

An initiative to improve access to dental services for people experiencing homelessness is being piloted in Doncaster, based on a successful pilot in West Yorkshire. 

Staying safe with diabetes during Ramadan

Ramadan in 2024 will run from on or around Sunday 10 March 2024 for 29 or 30 days.

International Women's Day

International Women's Day is a global holiday celebrated annually on March 8 as a focal point in the women's rights movement.