Surgeon given Lifetime Award by charity he helped inspire
A charity has marked its 25th anniversary by recognising the surgeon who sparked its existence when he asked a patient to help another through their cancer journey.
NHS gears up for a tough winter – how you can help
We've planned carefully for a tough winter – please do your bit to help! That's the message from the region's NHS as doctors, nurses and health staff navigate the busiest time of their year.
Ceremony marks one year on since building work started on region’s new Eye Hospital
Work is progressing at pace on our new Eye Hospital in Sunderland city centre.
Consultant appointed in new role to help bring on the doctors of the future
Dr Mark Shipley has been appointed as Professor of Clinical Medical Education at the University of Sunderland.
NHS North East issues "Help stop the spread!" message
"Help stop the spread!" is the message from the NHS in North East and North Cumbria. This plea comes as the region’s health services are reporting extra pressure as common as winter illnesses, such as flu and norovirus, spread through our communities.
Steer clear of hospitals call as cases of flu and other winter bugs put NHS under pressure
The countdown to Christmas is on, with NHS leaders calling for people to make sure they don’t give their loved ones flu or any other winter bugs, this festive time.
South Tyneside and Sunderland maternity care among best in NHS
Families can be reassured of excellent maternity care from South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust following the results of a national patient satisfaction survey published today.
Service praised for putting patients at the centre of care as inspectors hail its leaders and teamwork as among the best in the UK
Teamwork makes the dream work – that’s been the key to help a team achieve a glowing inspection of the care it offers patients.
Former Sunderland AFC player Martin Gray ready to lead sponsored walk to boost children's wards
Former Sunderland and Darlington footballer Martin is to lead a team on a 33-mile walk between Sunderland Royal Hospital and Darlington Memorial Hospital to raise funds this Christmas.
NHS to help patients back to work in North East and North Cumbria
Health leaders in the region have welcomed new Government money to help people back into work, by offering extra support in health services such as GP practices and hospitals.
