Public Health

GPs offering pulse oximeters to those vulnerable to COVID-19

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Devices to monitor oxygen levels and pulse rate are being offered to those patients in Calderdale that are particularly vulnerable to the effects of COVID-19 and suffer from breathlessness or other associated symptoms. Patients or their carers can use these devices, called pulse oximeters, at home and if the readings show oxygen levels are starting to fall, the patient … Continue reading GPs offering pulse oximeters to those vulnerable to COVID-19

West Yorkshire and Harrogate Health and Care Partnership Board Meeting March 2nd

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West Yorkshire and Harrogate Health and Care Partnership’s Partnership Board will meet in public on Tuesday 2 March 2021 at 2pm. The meeting will be held virtually due to Government social distancing guidelines and to ensure people are not at any unnecessary risk. The Partnership Board further strengthens joint working arrangements between the NHS, councils, care … Continue reading West Yorkshire and Harrogate Health and Care Partnership Board Meeting March 2nd

Having a stroke is a medical emergency – Act F.A.S.T and dial 999 immediately

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With all the publicity around the coronavirus, it is easy to forget that there are other serious health conditions that cause death and disability. The NHS continues to be ‘Still here for you’ during the coronavirus outbreak and we urge people not to ignore signs and symptoms that could be potentially life changing and life … Continue reading Having a stroke is a medical emergency – Act F.A.S.T and dial 999 immediately