It's not just a bad cold! - NHS urges older people and those with weakened immunity to get extra protection this spring
People at increased risk from COVID-19 are being urged to take extra steps this spring to protect themselves from serious illness.
Resident doctors strike: Only use A&E for life threatening emergencies says local NHS
NHS leaders are reminding the public to only call 999 for an ambulance or attend A&E for life-threatening conditions or injuries only, as the region's health services handle further strike action this week.
Team effort praised as NHS staff return from mission to India
Life-saving skills have been shared thanks to a team of NHS staff who took time out to help train up counterparts in India.
Physiotherapist to swim between continents to help care for his cancer patients
Nick Flanagan, the Cancer Prehabilitation Team Lead and Digital Allied Health Professional for our Trust, will swim from Gibraltar in Europe to Morocco in Africa.
Patients urged to think carefully as resident doctors strike for six days in wake of Easter weekend
We are preparing for the Easter weekend and planned industrial action and are asking our communities to play their part too.
Neonatal Care Experience Survey - Parents to have their say
The NHS wants to hear from parents whose baby was cared for in our Neonatal Unit during last June and August.
National Cancer Nurse Specialist (CNS) Day - March 16th
March 16th marks National Cancer Nurse Specialist (CNS) Day, a moment to recognise and celebrate the important role our Cancer Nurse Specialists play across South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust.​​​​​​​
STSFT continues to top national averages in 2025 NHS staff survey
Staff working across the NHS in South Tyneside and Sunderland have rated their experience at work highly, with staff morale and engagement amongst the best in the region and higher than the NHS average across England.
Progress update on Sunderland’s New Eye Hospital as opening nears
Construction of the city centre hospital continues at pace with the landmark facility on track to open in summer 2026.
Disruption to joint replacement operations
Click here for more details on an update for our patients coming in for a planned joint replacement.
