We run Huddersfield Royal Infirmary, Acre Mills Outpatients, Calderdale Royal Hospital and some community services. Part of @WYAAT_Hospitals. We are #TeamCHFT.
The resident doctors' strike that was due to start on Monday has now been called off.
Please continue to attend any appointments as planned and access NHS services as normal if you need them.
Doctors will be on strike from 15 to 19 June.
If you need medical help during this time, please visit 111.nhs.uk.
You should call 999 only if someone is in a life-threatening or very serious condition.
ALT Resident doctor strike. If you need urgent medical help but you’re not sure where to go, use 111 to get assessed and directed to the right place for you.
We are looking at how we offer patients more choice in how they receive their cancer care.
Some cancer treatments, like medicines you swallow as tablets and injections that go into the skin, can be given safely outside of the home.
Read more in our thread below (1/2) 👇 🧵
We would like to know what you think about having cancer treatment in a community clinic, or even at home in the future. Feedback is welcome from everyone.
Complete this short survey and help shape the future of cancer services ➡️ buff.ly/gknEN4Q (2/2)
If you've been referred to hospital by a primary care professional, you may be eligible to claim back reasonable travel expenses through the Healthcare Travel Cost Scheme. Find out more ➡️ buff.ly/u60s4Zz (2/2)
The Marigold Café will reopen its doors next Wednesday to offer support to those grieving the loss of a loved one.
📅 Wednesday, 3rd June
📍 Hope Centre at HRI
🕑 Between 2pm and 3:30pm
ALT A graphic of an orange flower and green foliage. Text reads: The Marigold Café. Our café is open for anyone bereaved to come together in a supportive and caring environment.
It's Type 2 Diabetes Prevention Week.
Anyone can develop type 2 diabetes, but certain factors can increase your risk, such as being over 40.
Check your risk using the Diabetes UK risk tool. It could be the most important thing you do today 👉 riskscore.diabetes.org.uk
ALT Text reads: "If you've hit the big 4-0, it's time to check for the big type 2.
If you're over 40, you're at a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes."
Some GP services will be available over the bank holiday weekend.
If you have a health concern, contact your GP practice or use NHS 111 online for urgent medical help.
ALT A photo of a healthcare professional holding a clipboard while sat at a desk facing a patient. Text reads: Need urgent medical help over the bank holiday weekend? Contact your GP or use 111 online.
Here are some tips to stay well in hot weather:
☀️ Stay out of direct sunshine, especially between 11am and 3pm, as UV rays are strongest during these hours
Read more below 🧵 👇 (1/2)
ALT Text reads: Going out in the sun? Stay well in hot weather by drinking plenty of fluids, staying in the shade when the sun is strongest (11am - 3pm) and limiting strenuous physical activity during the hottest part of the day.
☀️ If you’re going out during these times walk in the shade, apply sunscreen, wear a hat, sunglasses and light, loose-fitting, light-coloured clothes
☀️ Apply sunscreen frequently of at least SPF 30 and 4 or 5 star ultraviolet A (UVA) protection regularly to exposed skin (2/2)
Make sure you’re prepared for the bank holiday weekend.
Order your repeat prescriptions through the NHS App in advance.
Haven’t got it? Download it for free here ➡️ nhs.uk
ALT A photo of somebody holding a phone with the NHS open. Text reads: Order your repeat prescriptions ahead of the bank holiday weekend.
Struggling to cope? You’re not alone.
Text ‘BRIGHT’ to 85258 for free, confidential mental health support by text message, provided by Shout.
ALT A White man sitting on a sofa looking at his phone, with a young child visible in the background. Text reads: "West Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership. Feeling low? Stressed? Overwhelmed? Text 'BRIGHT' to 85258. Free, confidential, 24/7 support provided by Shout."
Some GP services will be available over the bank holiday weekend.
If you have a health concern, contact your GP practice or use NHS 111 online for urgent medical help.
ALT A photo of a healthcare professional holding a clipboard while sat at a desk facing a patient. Text reads: Need urgent medical help over the bank holiday weekend? Contact your GP or use 111 online.
If you need urgent dental treatment this bank holiday weekend, then the NHS is here for you.
Use the NHS 111 online service.
If necessary, they’ll be able to arrange an appointment for you.
ALT A photo of somebody holding the side of their mouth while looking like they’re in pain. Text reads: Need urgent dental treatment over the bank holiday weekend? Use 111.
⚠️ Construction work is currently taking place in the Women and Children's car park at Calderdale Royal Hospital as we prepare the site for our new hospital building. ⚠️
Read more in the thread (1/2) 🧵 👇
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Due to this, some car parking spaces will be out of use in the Women and Children's car park. Please allow extra time or use public transport if you are coming for an appointment at CRH.
For more information visit our website ➡️ buff.ly/tjqmli4 (2/2)
Make sure you’re prepared for the bank holiday weekend.
Order your repeat prescriptions through the NHS App in advance.
Haven’t got it? Download it for free here ➡️ nhs.uk
ALT A photo of somebody holding a phone with the NHS open. Text reads: Order your repeat prescriptions ahead of the bank holiday weekend.
The Marigold Café will reopen its doors next Wednesday to offer support to those grieving the loss of a loved one.
📅 Wednesday, 6th May
📍 Hope Centre at HRI
🕑 Between 2pm and 3:30pm
ALT A graphic of an orange flower and green foliage. Text reads: The Marigold Café. Our café is open for anyone bereaved to come together in a supportive and caring environment.