New research reveals impact of Covid on North East lives as Christmas approaches
New research commissioned by the seven North East councils reveals how people across the region feel about Covid-19 and local restrictions - with over half admitting that while they want to follow the rules, they ‘find it hard’ to stick to social distancing guidelines.
Thank you and keep going - asks the region’s NHS as Christmas approaches
The NHS across the North East and North Cumbria is asking the public to stay safe this Christmas as it releases a film to thank staff, partners and communities for their unwavering support this year.
There’s still time for your child to be a superhero and do their bit to fight flu
Nursery children have donned their superhero capes and masks to share an important message for parents and carers across the region - that there’s still time to have your child vaccinated against the flu.
Royal honour for Kelly Bennett
The Lord Lieutenant has presented a royal accolade to nurse and army Major, Kelly Bennet for the exceptional service that she has shown to the army reserves.
Additional robot boosts cancer surgery at South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust
South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust is exceeding national targets for cancer treatment thanks to its latest team member – a surgical robot.
Please don’t bring COVID-19 into our hospitals - #DoYourBit and keep protecting our NHS
Health bosses at South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust are appealing to patients and their families to keep following the vital rules around COVID-19.
South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust scoops six prestigious awards
South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust is celebrating after scooping not just one, but six prestigious awards for its innovative work around children’s asthma.
Sunderland Nursing Team honoured in NHS Parliamentary Awards
A team of community nurses, who have used technology to support local care home staff to monitor the day to day health of residents, have been recognised by MPs and NHS leaders in the 2020 Parliamentary Awards.
South Tyneside Midwifery-Led Birthing Centre welcomes its 300th baby
The Midwifery-Led Birthing Centre at South Tyneside District Hospital is celebrating a milestone with the birth of its 300th baby since opening in August last year.
The North East’s health and political leaders have issued the following statement today - 14 days to the end of lockdown on 2 December
We know how difficult it has been to follow a second national lockdown on top of the local restrictions we have been living with for so long. Our doctors, nurses, social care and other key workers would like to join the region’s political leaders and directors of public health in thanking everyone for their efforts.
