NHS volunteers ready to help runners at Great North Run field hospital

4th September 2024

A team of NHS colleagues will be on hand to help runners as they join a field hospital for the day of one of the biggest half marathons in the world.

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Care Certificate Congratulations!

4th September 2024
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On their marks – meet the NHS workers ready to take on the AJ Bell Great North Run

4th September 2024

Around half a dozen of our staff will be taking part in the AJ Bell Great North Run to boost the funds of its STS Charity and its recently launched Vision Appeal, while others will be striding out for other causes.

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Be wise, immunise – top up your protection against flu this winter!

4th September 2024

The NHS is urging everyone at high risk from flu to "Be wise, immunise" by getting their flu vaccine this winter.

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Get stocked up for summer Bank Holiday break, as NHS urges people to stay safe over weekend

19th August 2024

People are being urged to make sure they are ready for the long weekend as local NHS leaders look ahead to the August bank holiday.

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NHS urges public stay safe and be prepared ahead of the August bank holiday

16th August 2024

People across the North East and North Cumbria are being reminded to be prepared, stay safe and ensure they have enough medicine cabinet supplies over the August bank holiday.

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Artificial Intelligence tech set to stay as it proves its worth in the fight against bowel cancer

14th August 2024

Technology which uses Artificial Intelligence (AI) to spot abnormalities which may lead to bowel cancer is set to stay after a research study showed its value.

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Trust celebrates with two finalists in the PEN National Awards 2024

14th August 2024

Our Macmillan Personalised Care Team has been shortlisted in the Patient Experience Network National Awards.

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Hospital team rally round to organise ward wedding for patient

7th August 2024

Ward staff turned wedding planners to organise a whirlwind ceremony after hearing one of their seriously ill patients had been due to exchange vows later this year.

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Award-winning apprentice shines a light on how learning helps our patients

2nd August 2024

Kelly Craggs, our Macmillan Lead Nurse, discusses her studies with the University of Sunderland after scooping a regional accolade.

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