Wards celebrate meeting top standards as Trust strives for ‘Excellence in all we do’

20th September 2024

Congratulations to two of our ward nursing teams as they have become the first in their hospitals to achieve accreditation status.

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Put smoking behind you – make a fresh quit

20th September 2024

This Stoptober, residents across South Tyneside and Sunderland are being urged to "make a fresh quit" with the launch of a major quit smoking campaign.

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NHS gets red-y to mark special day to celebrate its research work

13th September 2024

Healthworkers will be in the red as they help mark a worldwide day in recognition of the difference clinical research makes to help improve and save lives.

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NHS volunteers ready to help runners at Great North Run field hospital

4th September 2024

A team of NHS colleagues will be on hand to help runners as they join a field hospital for the day of one of the biggest half marathons in the world.

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Care Certificate Congratulations!

4th September 2024
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On their marks – meet the NHS workers ready to take on the AJ Bell Great North Run

4th September 2024

Around half a dozen of our staff will be taking part in the AJ Bell Great North Run to boost the funds of its STS Charity and its recently launched Vision Appeal, while others will be striding out for other causes.

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Be wise, immunise – top up your protection against flu this winter!

4th September 2024

The NHS is urging everyone at high risk from flu to "Be wise, immunise" by getting their flu vaccine this winter.

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Get stocked up for summer Bank Holiday break, as NHS urges people to stay safe over weekend

19th August 2024

People are being urged to make sure they are ready for the long weekend as local NHS leaders look ahead to the August bank holiday.

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NHS urges public stay safe and be prepared ahead of the August bank holiday

16th August 2024

People across the North East and North Cumbria are being reminded to be prepared, stay safe and ensure they have enough medicine cabinet supplies over the August bank holiday.

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Artificial Intelligence tech set to stay as it proves its worth in the fight against bowel cancer

14th August 2024

Technology which uses Artificial Intelligence (AI) to spot abnormalities which may lead to bowel cancer is set to stay after a research study showed its value.

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