Doctors set out on their first days in the job as they begin their career in medicine in the North East
Newly graduated doctors are setting out on their first days working in medicine after taking up roles here in the North East.
New NHS ‘digital workers’ help beat the backlog with speedy appointment booking
A pioneering project which uses custom built ‘digital workers’ to automate NHS admin is helping to speed up access to care for people in South Tyneside and Sunderland.
Team effort which helps patients breathe better proves a national winner
Community sessions which offer tailored care to help people breathe better have become a national winner.
NHS plea to only use A&E for life threatening emergencies during strike action
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 plan for strike action.
Patients urged to think carefully as resident doctors strike for five days
NHS leaders have issued a plea to think about where to seek help before heading to the Emergency Department or calling 999 ahead of five days of industrial action by doctors.
Thieves steal prizes set for residents' fundraiser in break in to care home
Haven Court care home was targeted, with prizes gifted to raise funds used to pay for extra activities and treats for its residents stolen during the raid.
Security Officer takes on two ultra challenges for Rise Above Cancer
Security Officer Mark Hardy is proving that no challenge is too big when it comes to supporting those affected by cancer.
One year to go! Countdown begins for region’s new Eye Hospital
Set to open in summer 2026, work remains on track to welcome patients from across the North East and North Cumbria.
Surgeon who started as a hospital porter starts his retirement
Ben Banerjee dedicated more than 40 years to the NHS and has received an Honorary Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Sunderland as he began his retirement.
Award-winning apprentice making an impact in patient care
Yan Cunningham has been recognised with an award for her dedication in advancing Trauma and Orthopaedic (T&O) research at our Trust.
