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.
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.
