Region's NHS helps more people as demand for services reaches new levels
The NHS in the North East and North Cumbria saw record levels of demand across ambulance, hospitals and primary care services during November and December as it tackles its toughest winter yet, whilst also delivering its planned programme of tests, operations and cancer care.
Strike action – A&E and 999 for life threatening emergencies only
Emergency and urgent care centres in the North East and North Cumbria will remain open for life-threatening conditions or injuries as industrial action takes place tomorrow, Wednesday, January 11, by GMB and Unison ambulance staff.
Region's NHS warns pressure still extreme
The region's NHS warns that pressures across A&E, urgent care and ambulance services are still at extreme levels at the start of the New Year.
New year, new career? Trust hosts healthcare recruitment event
People seeking a career in healthcare could leave with a job offer in their hand at South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust’s latest recruitment event.
Only use A&E if it's life-threatening, says region's NHS
If it's not life-threatening, don't use A&E or call 999. That's the message from the NHS as the region's services gear up for a busy New Year weekend.
Healthcare bosses and police issue clear message – violence and abuse of NHS staff will not be tolerated
People who abuse or assault NHS staff have been issued with a zero tolerance warning that they could face police action and refused treatment.
Region's NHS reminds public to only use 999 and A&E if their condition is life-threatening
The region's NHS has issued an urgent plea for people to only use A&E or 999 if their condition is life threatening and to think of alternative services such as local pharmacies, GPs, NHS111 online.
Trust creates new role to support serving members of the Armed Forces and veterans as awards are unveiled
Our work to champion members of our Armed Forces and those who have served has been officially rubber stamped.
Quit smoking in 2023 for better health, more money and less stress
People who smoke are being encouraged to quit this New Year to improve life in 2023 with better health, more money and less stress.
Public appeal as health and social care services under extreme pressure
Health and social care leaders in South Tyneside and Sunderland are asking the public for support as services come under record levels of pressure. As the festive period approaches, all health and social care services are experiencing the highest levels of pressure ever seen in the run up to Christmas.
