World Sleep Day

19th March 2021

Today is World Sleep Day and to mark it our Occupational Health Mental Health Advisor, Helen Jones, would like to share with you TEN TOP TIPS to help you achieve a good night’s sleep.

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Quality, inclusion and a safe environment continue to be at the heart of NHS staff survey results for South Tyneside and Sunderland

18th March 2021

Results from the 2020 NHS Staff Survey show sustained improvements at South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust (STSFT) during an unprecedented year when staff were dealing with the effects of the global pandemic.

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Plans unveiled for new £36 million Eye Hospital in Sunderland

16th March 2021

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust has today unveiled plans to build an iconic new Eye Hospital in the centre of Sunderland as part of the City’s ambitious Riverside Sunderland masterplan.

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No Smoking Day

10th March 2021

Are you feeling stressed, low in mood or anxious because of smoking or trying to quit. STSFT offers all residents of South Tyneside and Gateshead access to NICE Evidence Based Psychological Therapies via our highly rated Primary Care Mental Health Services.

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Student nurses strengthen the frontline in the fight against COVID-19

9th March 2021

Twenty eight student nurses have joined the ranks of nurses at South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust, boosting the workforce in the continuing fight against COVID-19.

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Life on the frontline inspires Physio to change career path

5th March 2021

In March 2020, almost 200 members of staff at South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust were redeployed to different roles to support the Trust in the fight against COVID-19.

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NHS Offers Covid Jab To Clinically Vulnerable And People 65 to 69

15th February 2021

NHS staff will begin vaccinating people aged 65 to 69 and those who are clinically vulnerable against Covid from tomorrow (Monday) with over one million people already invited to book a jab.

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All residents and staff in care homes for older people offered COVID vaccine

9th February 2021

All residents and members of staff in care homes for older people across Sunderland have now been offered the Covid -19 vaccine.

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Call for People Aged 70 And Over To Contact NHS For A Covid Jab

9th February 2021

People aged 70 and over who have not yet been vaccinated against Covid and who would like to be are today being asked to contact the NHS to arrange a jab.

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Emma recognised for exceptional care to patients and their families

4th February 2021

A matron from South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust has been honoured through a national awards programme that recognises nurses, midwives and healthcare assistants who show exceptional care to patients and their families, and to their colleagues.

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