We want to ensure that you are kept up to date with the latest news, events and announcements from your local CCG. In this section you can find our latest media releases as well as events and campaign announcements.
Cervical Cancer Prevention Week: Initiatives to improve cervical screening uptake rates in Leeds
Monday 20 January – Sunday 27 January is dedicated to the prevention of cervical cancer and the importance of taking up screening invitations. Led by Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust, the week aims to see cervical cancer prevented and reduce the impact for everyone affected by cervical cell abnormalities and cervical cancer.
Support services available to children and young people this Christmas and New Year
John Bradfield, Command Hub Inspector for West Yorkshire Police is encouraging children and young people across the city to access local support services if they’re struggling to cope this Christmas and New Year.
Patients reminded to plan ahead to stay well over Christmas and New Year
With Christmas fast approaching, NHS Leeds Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) is advising patients not to leave it too late to order or collect repeat prescriptions. Local pharmacies and GP practices may have reduced opening times or be closed over the bank holiday period. This means it is important that anyone with a long-term condition or […]
Leeds GP practice strikes gold
Armley Medical Practice has become the first GP surgery in Leeds to be awarded a gold award under a national pilot that brings the ‘Pride in Practice’ programme to the city.
Say a big thank you to your winter heroes!
People in Leeds are being encouraged to take part in this year’s ‘Big Thank You’ campaign which launches this week and runs until the end of March 2020.
GP appointments available over Christmas and New Year
NHS Leeds Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) is advising patients that if they become unwell over the holidays GP appointments will available over Christmas and New Year.
Mums to be are being urged to avoid any alcohol during their pregnancy
With the festive season upon us, the local NHS is reminding expecting mums to avoid any alcohol during their pregnancy.
Get your repeat prescriptions before the Christmas holidays
GPs across Leeds are reminding patients to order their repeat prescriptions before the Christmas holidays.
Help protect yourself from winter bugs
As winter bugs and flu hit the city, health leaders are urging people to protect themselves by going back to basics.
Local young people chair NHS event as part of Takeover Day
For this year’s Takeover Day (29 November), two local young people have co-chaired and shared their experiences at a staff conference for NHS Leeds Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG).