Retired physio takes on training task to help fellow kidney patients get moving
A patient has been championed for her work to get others moving as they undergo their regular dialysis sessions alongside each other.
A marathon effort by pharmacist to inspire young students
One of our Advanced Pharmacist Practitioners and a University of Sunderland graduate who was struck down with a rare neurological disorder that brought him to the brink of death is now set to run the TCS London Marathon.
Football fans’ walk to raise funds and awareness of prostate cancer leads to £1,000 gift to NHS charity
A walk which saw around 150 football fans step forward to spread the word about the signs and symptoms of prostate cancer has led to £1,000 being donated to help patients undergoing treatment.
Check out your lung heath in South Tyneside next week
A health information bus will be making a stop in South Tyneside to help people find out how to look after their lungs this winter.
NHS colleagues get ready to share knowledge in India as charity makes 19th trip to hospital
Around 18 staff from our Trust and others from across the county will fly to the county later this month.
Keep emergency services for most serious conditions, says under-pressure NHS
Emergency services are under pressure, so please think carefully about how you use them – that's the message from the region's NHS leaders.
Project helps kidney patients get smart about their health
A digital drive to help kidney patients get online to help improve their health through information is now live.
Niall Quinn celebrates 20th birthday of children’s centre with visit
Sunderland legend Niall Quinn has marked 20 years since an NHS centre which bears his name first opened its doors to young patients.
Enjoy a New Year alcohol reset: 6 in 10 North East drinkers taking steps to cut down
Cutting cancer risk, losing weight, better sleep, more energy and positive mental health. These are some of the benefits of cutting down on alcohol as part of New Year resolutions this January.
NHS makes call on final festive preparations as hospitals and community teams plan for weeks ahead
The NHS has made a list ahead of Christmas and New Year to help everyone have a good festive time and ease the pressure on its services.
