We will be at #Heslingtonparkrun on 8th July - come and join us! #NHS75 https://t.co/8hQcdT4U92
7:09pm - 26 May 2023
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.
Especially in winter, there are a range of causes of sore throats, colds and coughs caused by viruses that will get better by themselves without needing antibiotics or medical intervention, meaning it not being necessary to contact your GP surgery.
Occasionally, Strep A can lead to more serious illnesses like scarlet fever and, albeit rarely, very serious disease such as sepsis, Pneumonia or bone infections.
There has been an increase in cases this year, particularly in children under 10. Nationally, there have sadly been some deaths. We want parents to know what to look out for and when to seek medical care.
What to do if you suspect your child has scarlet fever
Scarlet fever mainly affects children under 10, but people of any age can get it. In the early stages, symptoms include a sore throat, headache, and fever, along with a fine, pinkish or red body rash with a sandpapery feel. On darker skin, the rash can be more difficult to detect visually but will have a sandpapery feel.
We are asking parents to contact their GP if they suspect their child has scarlet fever, because early treatment with antibiotics is important to reduce the risk of complications such as pneumonia or a bloodstream infection.
Parents should contact their GP if they feel:
Call 999 or go to the Emergency Department if
Don’t put off seeking help if your child continues to get worse.
Strep infections are spread by close contact with an infected person and can be passed on through coughs and sneezes.
Please consider that emergency departments and GP surgeries are very busy. If you feel that your child can stay at home or be seen elsewhere, such as a pharmacy, please do so.
Know what to look for and when to seek medical care go to https://humberandnorthyorkshire.org.uk/strepa/
For further information on scarlet fever, visit www.pha.site/ScarletFever
We will be at #Heslingtonparkrun on 8th July - come and join us! #NHS75 https://t.co/8hQcdT4U92
7:09pm - 26 May 2023
During #Type 2 #DiabetesPreventionWeek people are being encouraged to check their risk using the Diabetes UK Know Your Risk tool. https://t.co/sL1OIg7cqw It can lead to serious health complications if left untreated. https://t.co/skwxpGCyxp
10:07am - 26 May 2023
Looking forward to the #BankHoliday weekend? 😃 If you need urgent medical help but it’s not an emergency, contact your GP practice as normal when open, or use 111 online. ➡️https://t.co/H2QMBL0jw7 https://t.co/cIEaw0cqVK
11:12am - 25 May 2023
A reminder we are closed this Monday for the bank holiday weekend. https://t.co/0Xt05tcJOt
7:13am - 26 May 2023
Struggling to make ends meet or find support? We're opening our doors to people looking for free advice & support at our Community Café. Pop in Fridays 2 June, 7 July & 4 August 1.30pm - 3pm for a cuppa & advice from @AgeUKYork @OcayYork @YorkEnergyAdv @100DigitalYork https://t.co/GkxINWATPn
9:00am - 23 May 2023
York Community Stadium drop-in blood taking clinic: Where: Community Stadium is on Kathryn Avenue, Monks Cross Drive, Huntington, YO32 9AF, which has free parking up to two hours When: Monday to Friday, 8.00am to 5.45pm Quieter times are between 8am-9.30am Tuesday to Friday https://t.co/8EwXSfmIzN
11:08am - 23 May 2023
We will be closed this Monday 29th May for the bank holiday. The prioryCARE form will be unavailable 5pm Friday 26th - 5am Tuesday 30th May. If you need us between 5-6pm on Friday please phone the patient central team on 01904 404100. NHS111 are available 24/7.
8:40am - 23 May 2023
It's Type 2 Diabetes Prevention Week! ⚠️💙 Around 200,000 people are diagnosed with type 2 diabetes every year, and you don’t need to be one of them. Find out if you’re at risk – it could be the most important thing you do today. https://t.co/3Q5mesIZVc @DiabetesUK https://t.co/hyQfd1Z7Tw
6:45am - 22 May 2023