Trust’s first fully dementia-friendly ward launched to help patients have a calming stay in hospital
Our first fully dementia-friendly inpatient ward has been opened at South Tyneside District Hospital to help our older patients.
Christmas deliveries welcomed at Sunderland Royal Hospital
Our midwives were working all hours - as they always do - to welcome babies into the world.
Elves head out to deliver gifts to patients as they spend Christmas in hospital
Kindness from the community will help patients have a comfy Christmas after donations of pyjamas and nighties were presented to a festive appeal.
Advice for Sunderland residents who need urgent help from the NHS over Christmas and New Year
Local GPs and hospital staff in Sunderland have issued some fresh advice for people who need urgent help from the NHS over this festive period.
NHS team pile up the presents to gift to youngsters
Colleagues worked together to collect gifts so that children will not go without this Christmas.
New approach changes frail patients' lives in South Tyneside
Patients in South Tyneside are among the first to benefit from a new care programme for people who are frail or have complex health conditions.
Tips to help babies sleep safely this festive season
Parents are being encouraged to ensure their babies sleep safe this Christmas by following some festive top tips.
Help on hand to offer extra energy support this winter
“Don't miss out on vital help with your energy services!” – that's the call from local health and care leaders to patients who rely on power for their health.
Players take a break to wish Haven Court residents a Merry Christmas
A fixture on home turf helped spread some Christmas joy with care home residents as South Shields FC took time out to make a visit.
Region's NHS expects a challenging festive period
The NHS across the North East and North Cumbria is urging people to plan ahead, stay safe and use health services wisely – ahead of the festive period and the planned days of industrial action.
