Organ Donation Week: Grandmother makes plea after her sight was saved by others
A grandmother who can only see her loved ones because of organ donation has shared a message calling on people to think about the difference it can not only make to save lives – but sight too.
Wards celebrate meeting top standards as Trust strives for ‘Excellence in all we do’
Congratulations to two of our ward nursing teams as they have become the first in their hospitals to achieve accreditation status.
Put smoking behind you – make a fresh quit
This Stoptober, residents across South Tyneside and Sunderland are being urged to "make a fresh quit" with the launch of a major quit smoking campaign.
NHS gets red-y to mark special day to celebrate its research work
Healthworkers will be in the red as they help mark a worldwide day in recognition of the difference clinical research makes to help improve and save lives.
NHS volunteers ready to help runners at Great North Run field hospital
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.
On their marks – meet the NHS workers ready to take on the AJ Bell Great North Run
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.
Be wise, immunise – top up your protection against flu this winter!
The NHS is urging everyone at high risk from flu to "Be wise, immunise" by getting their flu vaccine this winter.
Get stocked up for summer Bank Holiday break, as NHS urges people to stay safe over weekend
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.
