Doncaster Urgent and Emergency Care

01/12/2025

The ICB are continuously developing DonnyDot based on user feedback, to ensure the website is up-to-date, relevant, and works for residents in Doncaster.

They would like to know how the website has helped individuals in a professional or personal capacity, in Doncaster and have created an online feedback form for people to share their feedback (of which, they may use comments anonymously to encourage others to use the website).

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29/11/2025

Urgent, emergency and unplanned care services, including A&E, the UTC and the Same Day Health Centre, are busier than expected for this time of year.

By using 111 or pharmacy first, to access the right service for you first time, your wait might be shorter and experience better.

https://111.nhs.uk/

https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/pharmacies/how-pharmacies-can-help/?wt.mc_id=pharmacyfirst_General_Exact&wt.tsrc=ppc&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23176901165&gclid=Cj0KCQiA0KrJBhCOARIsAGIy9wD1OtHosvIPiTjW0L9CgVsrU2KN6SnpMFwWs64Ys3cIexUyBWy9tQ0aAqRYEALw_wcB

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28/11/2025

Before attending urgent care services why not check your symptoms first. This can help you get the right care, first time and often means you avoid the long waits .

Before attending A&E, please use our online Symptom Checker tool.

28/11/2025

Gifting older relatives with creams and fragrances at Christmas is not uncommon, but did you know there are health benefits to this?

By moisturising skin at least twice daily with a hypoallergenic moisturizer or emollient, skin tears can be reduced by 50%.

If using an emollient keep away from fire, flames and ci******es. Wash dressings and clothes at a high temperature to prevent build up. https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/emollients/

Skin tears happen when delicate skin is knocked, causing a painful tear.

28/11/2025

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression with a seasonal pattern, usually starting in autumn or winter and improving in the spring.

Symptoms include persistent low mood, lack of energy, and loss of interest which can significantly impact daily life.

More information and advice can be found here ;
https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/conditions/seasonal-affective-disorder-sad/overview/

27/11/2025

RSV is a common cause of a type of chest infection called bronchiolitis in babies. This can cause breathing problems which may need to be treated in hospital.

It can also cause a serious lung infection (pneumonia) in babies and older adults.

Vaccination is the best way to protect your baby

Babies only have little airways, which makes them vulnerable to RSV. Getting the RSV vaccine during pregnancy passes antibodies to your baby and helps protect them from birth. 👶🍼
🔗 https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/rsv-vaccine/

27/11/2025

Doncaster City Council have confirmed that dead birds found at the Lakeside have tested positive for Avian Influenza (Bird Flu) and they are working with the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs and Animal and Plant Health Agency to control the spread of the disease and put the relevant health and safety measures in place across the city.

Reassuringly, the UK Health Security Agency has said the risk to human health is low, but you should not touch or pick up any dead or visibly sick birds that you find and take care to avoid bird droppings in parks and lakeside areas.

Doncaster City Council ask that any sightings of dead birds are reported by calling them on 01302 736000

Information about Avian Influenza in people can be found here

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/bird-flu/

26/11/2025

Be careful if venturing outdoors:
Wear shoes with good grip to prevent falls on slippery surfaces.

26/11/2025

High blood pressure (also called hypertension) can lead to serious problems like heart attacks or strokes. But lifestyle changes and blood pressure medicines can help you stay healthy.

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/high-blood-pressure/

25/11/2025

If you’re struggling to complete forms to claim PIP and attendance allowance, support is available

Need help with welfare benefits?
Citizens Advice Doncaster is offering workshops in Stainforth, Carcroft, Mexborough and Edlington throughout December to support you.

To book a place, call 01302 846745

24/11/2025

Monday comes around so quickly doesn’t it?
For some it can’t come quick enough because with it comes ANDYSMANCLUB

Andy’s man club runs every Monday from 7PM except bank holidays. In these groups, men can open up about the storms affecting their lives in a safe, judgement-free and non-clinical environment.

The clubs are designed to be free of pressure, there is no obligation for men to speak, they can simply listen if they wish

No judgement. No fees. No pressure to talk.

Just a warm welcoming space for guys to talk.

Every Monday 7-9pm (except bank holidays) for any man 18+. Visit our website to find your nearest group or drop us an email to info@andysmanclub.co.uk to join our online groups 👌🖤

23/11/2025

The UK is seeing higher than usual cases of flu but it’s not too late to receive your vaccination

https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/vaccination-and-booking-services/book-flu-vaccination/

Respiratory illnesses such as flu, COVID-19 and RSV can be serious, even for some healthy people.

The PHA, is urging everyone in the eligible groups to get ready for winter by taking up the offer of free vaccination when invited.

For further information see www.nidirect.gov.uk/wintervaccines