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.
Sunderland doctor due to start her career in the hospital where she was born
Jess Rainbow will begin her foundation training this summer in Sunderland Royal Hospital after graduating from the University of Sunderland's School of Medicine.
Team carries out first operation of its kind to try and prevent bowel cancer
A team has carried out the first operation of its kind in our region as they helped a patient undergo a procedure which aims to keep them well and prevent bowel cancer.
Trust already forging the way as NHS launches 10 year forward plan
Healthcare for people across South Tyneside and Sunderland is already on the right path after the Government launched its vision for the next decade of the NHS.
The best is going to get bigger – region’s specialist eye hospital looks to the future with its busy cataract service
A team which offers a gold standard service will boost its sight-saving care as it looks to treat even more patients when it moves into a new hospital fit for the future.
