Public information on domestic abuse

18th May 2020

The NHS website has advice online for the public on spotting the signs for domestic abuse and domestic violence and where to go for help. The NHS also has a help page for those who have been raped or sexually assaulted.

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Marvellous Millers’ latest fundraising boost for Sunderland Royal Hospital’s head and neck cancer team

14th May 2020

The remarkable Miller family, of Chester-le-Street, have now presented Sunderland Royal Hospital’s Head and Neck Cancer Fund with more than £3,200.

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Prestigious academic role for South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust intensive care consultant

12th May 2020

Sunderland Royal Hospital Intensive Care Consultant Dr Mark Carpenter has been appointed as a Director of Undergraduate Medical Education for Newcastle University’s Medical School.

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Mum thanks South Tyneside midwives for exceptional care amid coronavirus

12th May 2020

When Kayleigh Docherty’s plan for a home birth had to be changed because of the coronavirus pandemic she was, understandably, upset and anxious. Thankfully, South Tyneside District Hospital’s Midwifery-Led Birthing Centre was able to provide her with the joyous, relaxed birth she longed for.

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Chill room providing haven for Sunderland Royal Hospital staff amid pandemic

7th May 2020

A new ‘chill room’ at Sunderland Royal Hospital is offering a haven for staff, away from the strains and stresses of fighting Covid-19. Senior nurses had the idea for providing the quiet and relaxing area for staff seeking a complete break during their shifts.

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Region’s health chiefs ask public to keep up their amazing support for the NHS

6th May 2020

Ahead of the first May bank holiday weekend, health chiefs across the region are asking the public to keep-up their amazing support for the NHS. 

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STSFT celebrates International Year of the Nurse and the Midwife with special awards

5th May 2020

To celebrate 2020’s International Year of the Nurse and the Midwife, South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust is launching new categories in its annual Reward and Recognition Awards.

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Cumbria and North East NHS and partners pull together for NHS Nightingale Hospital North East

5th May 2020

Less than four weeks since work began, the NHS Nightingale Hospital North East was officially opened today (Tuesday, 5 May) by the Countess of Wessex and TV legends Ant and Dec.

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Trust Tribute to Fiona Anderson

27th April 2020

It is with immense sadness and a very heavy heart that we must confirm the loss of a dear colleague and member of our NHS family.

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Jack and Maisie’s 100,000 step challenge in aid of South Tyneside and Sunderland hospitals

22nd April 2020

Sunderland youngsters Jack Berry and Maisie Jones are following in the footsteps of NHS fundraising hero Captain Tom Moore by taking on their own challenge in support of their local hospitals.

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