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.
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. Pre-booked appointments can be booked either directly with your GP or by ringing NHS111. GP appointments may not be at your usual GP practice but at your local extended access hub.
Patients reminded to plan ahead to stay well over Christmas and New Year
NHS Leeds Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) is advising patients not to leave it too late to order or collect repeat prescriptions over Christmas and New Year.
NHS in Leeds asks people to get #weatherready
As winter approaches, the NHS in Leeds is supporting a national Met Office campaign that urges residents to be prepared to stay safe and well, whatever the weather.
Local NHS supports World Suicide Prevention Day
NHS Leeds Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) is supporting World Suicide Prevention Day (10 September) by reminding people that it’s okay to seek help and by encouraging others to look out for those who might be feeling low, distressed or alone.
Tips for staying well in the new school year
As the summer holidays come to an end, the NHS in Leeds is reminding parents and students to make sure they’re prepared for the health challenges that a new term can bring by knowing how to get appropriate advice, making sure all vaccinations are up to date and having a well-stocked medicine cabinet.
Patients at GP practice tackle social isolation in Leeds
Patients at a GP practice in North Leeds are tackling social isolation in their community by providing a befriender service.
Patients advised to plan ahead for the bank holiday
With the bank holiday weekend fast approaching, health professionals from NHS Leeds CCG are reminding residents to plan ahead to stay well.
Leeds patients are positive about GPs
Results from the latest national GP Patient Survey, published by NHS England last week, show that patients in Leeds are positive about the care they receive from their local GP practice.
More care for carers at Leeds GP surgeries
A new initiative in Leeds is improving the health and wellbeing of carers and the people they look after.
New communication system will make it easier to contact GP practices
A new communication system for GP practices in north Leeds will soon make it easier for people to contact their surgeries.