Health

Mosquito bites can become itchy but it's important not to scratch them.

How to treat a mosquito bite and advice on how to stop getting bitten

Should you be worried about rabies when on holiday?

How to avoid rabies and what to do if you're exposed on holiday

Paul (right) with his partner Anthony (left) and their puppy Sebastian.

Narrow Escapes star urges North East residents to ‘lock in that eye test’

Specsavers is urging Brits to protect themselves from the sun.

North East residents urged to wear sunglasses year-round – not just when it’s su...

The new Eye Hospital is under construction in Sunderland city centre, with the Energy Centre, seen to the left here, now built.

How Sunderland's new Eye Hospital is going green in a regional first

Health experts want you to stop making these common hygiene mistakes this festival season.

The common hygiene mistakes you shouldn't make this festival season

These are the rules for bringing your prescription medication to Glastonbury.

Rules on bringing your prescription medication to Glastonbury

The CQC rating of every hospital and treatment centre in the North East.

Every hospital in the North East rated good or outstanding by CQC

A scientist inspects a death cap mushroom at the Royal Botanic Gardens in Melbourne.

This is what death cap mushrooms look like and symptoms of poisoning

With the summer holidays around the corner, what age is appropriate to leave your children home alone?

The exact age you can legally leave your children home alone

Measles is highly contagious and can lead to serious complications or in some cases death.

Measles hotspots - areas with the highest number of cases this year

There are some medications that you should not take if you are taking hay fever tablets.

The common medications you should never mix with hay fever tablets

Lifesaving defibrillators are becoming more widely available across the region.

Hundreds of lives set to be saved following rollout of defibrillators

A new Covid strain is currently "under monitoring" by the World Health Organisation.

Warning over using old Covid tests as 'Nimbus' variant found in UK

Disposable vapes are thought to be a key driver behind the alarming rise in youth vaping

I fought for a vape ban - but we must do more to stop being lured in

UTIs are most common in females and it is estimated that over half of all women in the UK will have at least one UTI in their lifetime.

Your UTI risk could increase this summer - key signs of infection
It is estimated that over half of all women in the UK will have at least one UTI in their lifetime 🚽
Sarah McCann

Every day men across the UK are dying early from preventable causes.

You should never ignore these five symptoms if you are a man

Experts are investigating a rise in hepatitis A cases, which are suspected to be linked to a 'food item' from a 'supermarket'.

Symptoms of Hepatitis A you need to know about after rise in cases

Kristina's son, JT, who died of CMV in 2011.

I lost my son to Cytomegalovirus and now I'm raising awareness

Get Active Stay Active is a 12-episode podcast which looks at a range of wellbeing and fitness topics for people with Parkinson's.

National charity launches new wellbeing and exercise podcast to help more North ...

There have been 13 cases recorded of the new Covid variant in the UK.

New Covid strain found in the UK - signs and symptoms to look out for

Not everyone can give blood, these are the common health conditions that mean you can't be a donor.

The common health conditions that could stop you from giving blood

Many people turn to social media for information from the latest trends to their health.

Five health experts you can actually trust on TikTok

New data from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) shows that syphilis cases have continued to rise.

Cases of Syphilis on the rise - warning signs of Victorian era STI

Women taking popular medicines for weight loss and diabetes, are being reminded to use effective contraception while taking these medications.

The 3 things women need to know before starting weight loss injections

A teen covers her ears during a confrontation, reflecting the emotional toll of ADHD-related misunderstandings.

Breaking the myths: Understanding the truth behind ADHD

Sunderland and South Tyneside hospitals will share £9m upgrade cash boost

Hospitals to get these vital upgrades as NHS tackles repair backlog
Hospitals across Sunderland and South Tyneside will receive more than £9 million investment to carry out essential repairs and upgrades.
Chris Binding

The Food Foundation says it's concerning children are being served so much processed meat in school meals

Call for change over 'worrying' health risk in school dinners

Weight loss injections including Mounjaro and Wegovy have became household names.

Weight loss jabs work 53% better with coaching

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men.

Prostate Cancer signs and symptoms and how to tell if you are at risk

Around 10 people die in the UK every year from bee and wasp stings.

How to treat summer bug bites and stings - and when to call 999

Tips to protect yourself this BBQ season

License to grill: How to grill safely this BBQ season

A new Covid strain is currently "under monitoring" by the World Health Organisation.

New Covid variant NB.1.8.1 warning signs and symptoms to look out for

Current guidelines in both the UK and France allow young children to use screens for an hour or two each day

Experts say screen time causing 'permanent damage' to children under 6

The disposable vape ban could drive thousands back to smoking.

Disposable vape ban 'could drive thousands back to smoking'

Scary stats show two in five Brits believe doom-scrolling is self-care

Lettuce water is once again growing in popularity on social media.

Can lettuce water really help you sleep?

The disposable vape ban will make it illegal to buy or sell disposable vapes in the UK.

The exact date the disposable vape ban starts in the UK

Gut Wealth's award winning sachets have helped IBS sufferers get back into eating whatever they want

25% off 'life-changing' IBS sachets that help you eat freely again

The NHS is asking North East residents to donate blood. Photo: Robert DeLaRosa from Pixabay

Our blood donation levels are critically low, we need support

Christopher Gordon pictured with his sister Sandra who died from MND last November.

Christopher prepares for ride across America in memory of beloved sister who die...

The disposable vape ban comes into effect on June 1.

GP shares 13 tips on how to stop vaping ahead of disposable vape ban

Pollen levels have been rising, this is how to tell the difference between a summer cold and hay fever.

How to tell the difference between a summer cold and hay fever

Rhiannon says Gut Wealth helped her go from daily pain and bloating to enjoying meals out again

Women with IBS say this gut fix changed their lives – now 25% off

Toby has already run the London Marathon and Brighton Marathon as part of his challenge

Robin Cancer Trust CEO Embarks on 85-Mile Ultramarathon in Testicle Suit for Men...

Gut Wealth: the postbiotic supplement that’s been called ‘life-changing’ by reviewers.

IBS sufferers call Gut Wealth sachets ‘life-changing’ – now 25% off

How to treat an Asian hornet sting after a rise in sightings across the UK.

How to treat an Asian hornet sting after surge in sightings

Norovirus can easily spread amongst children.

Kids with these symptoms asked to 'stay home' this half term

Blaydon Leisure Centre gym

Major investment announced to boost Gateshead leisure facilities

Tracking weight loss progress using the Voy app, part of a behaviour-led programme supporting Wegovy and Mounjaro users.

Mounjaro and Wegovy work better with this weekly tracking habit

Bank holiday emergency services warning at South Tyneside District hospital.

Hospital chiefs issue Bank Holiday help call

Staff at Springfield Healthcare Darlington

Local carers raise funds for a trio of charities

Nearly a third of adults in South Tyneside are clinically obese.

Nearly one in three adults in borough believed to be clinically obese

Older women are seeing the biggest success with weight loss jabs when supported by digital tools like the Voy app.

Women 55+ lose more weight on Mounjaro and Wegovy with better habits

Warning to those who are more vulnerable to limit their exposure to direct sunlight.

Vulnerable Brits warned to avoid direct sunlight during hot spell

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