Advice and Information

Hydrocephalus is a build-up of fluid in the brain. The excess fluid puts pressure on the brain, which can damage it.

If left untreated, hydrocephalus can be fatal.

Supporting women to find their strength, determination and dignity after the traumatic effects of domestic abuse and violence.

Marfan syndrome and related conditions affect the body’s connective tissue. Connective tissue holds all the body’s cells, organs and tissue together. It also plays an important role in helping the body grow and develop properly.

Take a look at our video ‘Advice to support young people who stammer’ for tips of what you can do to help:

The NHS England National Patient Safety Team has produced a new video and leaflet for patients, providing tips and advice on simple things to keep safe during a hospital stay.

Cervical cancer screenings save at least 2,000 lives every year in the UK. Here's what you should expect from your smear test and why these screenings are important.

Trypanophobia is one of the most common types of phobia. It is particularly prevalent in children, with up to 66% of children experiencing a needle phobia at some point in their childhood.

If you’re aged between 16 and 25 years and live in the Barnsley, Wakefield and Wigan & Leigh districts, you can get free condoms through the C-Card scheme.

Group A streptococcus (GAS) is a common bacteria. Lots of us carry it in our throats and on our skin and it doesn’t always result in illness. However, GAS does cause a number of infections, some mild and some more serious.

Feel confident that you could have a difficult conversation with someone who may be facing suicidal thoughts

In Barnsley lots is being done to reduce waiting times for those needing surgery. Like the rest of the UK, we are working to tackle long waits following the Covid-19 pandemic when surgery was put on hold to help prevent the spread of the virus.

Tips to help you stay well this winter and get the care you need.