Strep A infections – know the signs
Parents are being urged to be alert for the signs of Strep A infections. This is also known Group A streptococcal (GAS) or invasive Group A streptococcal (iGAS) infections.
Self Referral
Most referrals to other specialists will require you seeing or speaking with a GP. However, there are a number of local services, listed below, that you are able to make self referrals to.
IAPT North Yorkshire
Significant events like bereavement, unemployment, relationship breakdown, traumatic events or even stress at work can lead to difficulties requiring help and support. Problems with low mood and anxiety can develop and make it difficult for us to cope with life’s daily demands. Make a difference to your mental health and wellbeing
01423 852127 or 01423 852062
First Contact Physiotherapists (FCP’s)
The practice now offers a direct service for patients with back, neck, joint or muscle pain. This is delivered by our highly qualified First Contact Physiotherapists (FCPs) who are all Senior Physiotherapists with postgraduate training in Musculoskeletal Management.
MInor Eye Conditions
A consultation can be obtained from a participating optometrist if you have a problem with your eyes, such as sore eyes, red eyes or visual disturbance. It may be appropriate for you to be assessed and treated
by our local Minor Eye Conditions Service.
Fit4Life
Fit4Life is a 12 week weight management programme which aims to promote healthy eating and physical activity to achieve healthy weight loss. We will support and motivate participants to change their lifestyle to improve their health.
01423 556106
Living well
If you are a smoker, stopping is the single biggest thing you can do to improve your health. Research shows that two thirds of smokers want to quit. With the right support you’re up to four times more likely to quit for good.
Smoking is linked to a range of health problems but the good news is that once you stop smoking, your health improves and your body will begin to recover. By stopping smoking you will improve your health and fitness as well as save money.
01274 437700
Mental Health Emergency
With 15 crisis teams supporting children, adults and older people across the large geography of the Trust, the single point of access replaces individual team numbers, making it as simple as possible for people to access professional mental health support when they are most in need.
The phone line, which is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, offers callers, including those with learning disabilities and/or autism, a series of options which will divert them to their local service.
0300 0200317
NeuroLove
We believe that young people are best placed to guide, support and empower their peers on issues relating to mental health and well being. Neurolove.org is a site set up to support young people manage the changing times we are currently living in.
0151 547 7703
Marie Stopes UK
You don’t need a GP referral to access NHS funded abortion care.
We've been helping people with their reproductive health options for over 40 years. We provide NHS-funded and self-funded abortion and vasectomy care through our network of local clinics all over England. You can give us a call whenever you need us. Our advice line is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
0345 300 8090
Find a psychological therapies service in England
You can refer yourself directly to a psychological therapies service (IAPT) without seeing your GP.
These services offer therapies, such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), for common problems including: stress, anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and phobias