James’ Place: new service for suicidal men opens in Harborne
James' Place in Harborne supports men across the West Midlands who are feeling suicidal. It accepts self, family and professional referrals.
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Down’s syndrome: baseline dementia screening from age 35
The ICB's learning disabilities team recommends a baseline screening tool for all patients with Down's syndrome from age 35, to help spot early dementia. A Word version is available for clinical systems.
Refer patients to the Healthier You NHS Diabetes Prevention Programme
Type 2 Diabetes Prevention Week, 25–31 May: refer at-risk patients to Healthier You.
Infection prevention and control measures in healthcare settings for Andes virus (hantavirus)
UKHSA infection prevention and control guidance for Andes hantavirus contacts and cases.
Consultation on smoke-free and vape-free areas outside GP surgeries
The Government consulted on extending smoke-free rules to outdoor areas around health settings including GP surgeries, with vaping still allowed outside to support quitting.
Understanding and using the Sickle Cell clinical pathway initiative
Webinar on the Sickle Cell clinical pathway initiative, 21 May 2026.
Renewed Women’s Health Strategy for England
Renewed Women's Health Strategy for England, including primary care.
Meningococcal outbreak linked to University of Kent: prophylaxis and MenB
Meningitis outbreak: GPC England statement
Driving health equity with the Digital Exclusion Risk Atlas
The Digital Exclusion Risk Atlas shows where people may struggle with digital services.