Health

How to enter the Sand Dancer race - one of the most scenic in the UK Mark Thompson

Many dogs still love the chance to go out on adventures during the colder months (photo: Adobe)

Protect your pets from the frosty winter chills Nigel Booth

Spaying pets helps to protect them from infection (photo: Adobe)

Spaying protects pets from serious infection Nigel Booth

NHS anti-obesity drug bill.

South Tyneside's £55,000 anti-obesity drug bill Sonja Tutty

Kath Griffin.

Hospital staff morale 'improves' despite workload and pay strikes Andrew Dowdeswell

Ambulance

Plea to continue using ambulance services wisely during upcoming strikes Hayley Lovely

Coronavirus memorials unveiled across South Tyneside to remember those who died during pandemic

Coronavirus memorials unveiled across South Tyneside Jason Button

These are the areas of the North East with the highest rates of Covid infections based on positive tests according to the Office for National Statistics. (Photo by Justin TALLIS / AFP)

Coronavirus Every North East region ranked by current Coronavirus infection rates Jason Button

How will you divide your outside space up into zones? (photo: Adobe)

Importance of outside space for mental health Rachel Smith

One in 20 living with 'poor health'

One in 20 South Tyneside people 'in poor health' Andrew Dowdeswell

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust are asking the public for support during the strikes.

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS services to be disrupted next week Holly Allton

More than half of vets (52 per cent) said the number of clients reporting difficulty covering the cost of preventative veterinary care for their animal had increased compared to 2021 (photo: Adobe)

Vet concerns as one in five pets not receiving veterinary treatment in time Nigel Booth

South Tyneside District Hospital.

Hospital help call as junior doctors stage strike Tom Patterson

More cannabis-based drug prescriptions.

South Tyneside cannabis prescriptions on the increase Will Grimond

Win a £249 smile.

Win a £249 smile as we team up with City Dental for teeth whitening competition Ross Robertson

Julie Macsorley

Woman feels lucky to be alive following carbon monoxide scare Hayley Lovely

Dogs need their teeth brushing regularly to keep them healthy (photo: Adobe)

How to brush dogs teeth for healthy fresh mouth Nigel Booth

The walk will conclude at the Stadium of Light's Stokoe statue

Walk from South Shields FC to SoL will put spotlight on men's mental health Kevin Clark

Child tooth extractions increase.

Action call over South Tyneside child dental figures Andrew Dowdeswell

Learning is fun.

Nursery kids learn mental health life lessons Tom Patterson

More than 750 North East ambulance workers expected to take industrial action in new series of UK strikes. (Photo by Dan Kitwood/Getty Images)

Over 750 North East ambulance staff set to strike next week Jason Button

“What if your job is in admin and you sit at a desk all day?”

FEELING GREAT: Consider the impact your job is having upon your health By The Newsroom

Mental health help delays.

Almost 1,000 suffer mental health help delays Will Grimond

Grooming your dog can bring you closer to your pet (photo: Adobe)

They call it puppy (other pets are available!) love Nigel Booth

The concept of modern smoking, vaping and nicotine.

South Shields has its say on disposal vape use as Chancellor tax calls increase Holly Allton

“We save money in the long run because we don’t waste anything and we don’t spend as much time in supermarkets, where we always buy more that we go in for!”

SHAPING UP: Meal box deliveries provide food for thought when time is at a premi... By The Newsroom

“Before you squat, you should get in position.That means keeping your feet about shoulder-width apart.”

FEELING GREAT: Doing the 2,800 Squat Challenge for the Teenage Cancer Trust? Her... By The Newsroom

The list of companies offering free or £1 meals to children across South Tyneside over February Half Term 2023.

All the South Tyneside shops and restaurants offering half term free or £1 meals Jason Button

Fountains Park, Hebburn PIcture: Google Maps

Hebburn Covid-19 memorial plan approved for Fountains Park Chris Binding

“All of our programmes include help with nutrition, including meal plans, recipe books and shopping lists."

SHAPING UP: Seeking ways to improve your health and fitness? Here’s five ways to... By The Newsroom

One in five women have delayed their cervical screening due to anxiety

Study shows one in five women delayed cancer screening due to anxiety Charlotte Hawes

South Tyneside District Hospital entry sign.

Health watchdog orders improvements at South Tyneside District Hospital Tom Patterson

Flu jab numbers fall.

Fewer 'at risk' people get flu jab Andrew Dowdeswell

Laura Bicker, a Whitburn-based women’s health and fertility expert, traditional Chinese medicine practitioner, and Forrest and fertility yoga teacher, has some advice about mindfulness

Reduce stress with a simple practice Graham Murray

Katy Jones and daughter Hannah Jones with the total parental nutrition machine used to feed Hannah.

Vulnerable residents urged to sign up to priority registers Neil Fatkin

Jack Lewis who has launched a campaign to help sick children.

New health setback for brave Jack Chris Cordner

33,000 live with disability.

Over 30,000 in South Tyneside have a disability Will Grimond

A very special Christmas for Milo Browne.

Courageous Milo gets his Christmas dream Chris Cordner

Drug deaths increase.

More die while being treated for drug addictions Sonja Tutty

NEAS staff on the picket line in South Shields.

North East Ambulance Service staff describe their 'absolute desperation' Neil Fatkin

One in 10 are unpaid carers.

One in 10 have caring roles in South Tyneside Will Grimond

Ambulance service staff will take industrial action on Monday, January 23.

Warning for patients as North East Ambulance Service prepares for strike action Tom Patterson

Make sure your pet maintains a healthy weight (photo: Adobe)

PDSA shares how to know if your pet is the correct weight Nigel Booth

Alcohol-related deaths increase.

Pandemic sparks rise in alcohol-related deaths Andrew Dowdeswell

Action call over cancer figures.

Action call over fall in cancer diagnosis figures Katie Williams

Are you hoping to donate blood in 2023? The NHS is calling for new and existing donors to come forward. Picture: Adobe Stock/LIGHTFIELD STUDIOS.

Where to give blood in South Tyneside as NHS calls for donors Debra Fox

SHAPING UP: Taking small steps to improve your overall health and your quality o... By The Newsroom

These are just some of the sights on our cycling routes.

Three great Sunderland and South Tyneside cycle routes to try out in 2023 Tony Gillan

Blue Monday? How about Brew Monday instead. Samaritans is inviting people to enjoy a cuppa and chat with a loved one.

How to mark Brew Monday with Samaritans Debra Fox

“Coffee can make you feel nice and more alert – when drunk in the right quantity.”

FEELING GREAT: A cup of coffee at the right time of day can be good for you By The Newsroom

Environmental Health Officer David Jarvis checks allergen information and signage at MI Dicksons.

Drive to prevent allergy deaths in South Tyneside Ross Robertson

No plans to run the Great North Run this year? These are the other races across the North East to try instead. (Photo by Ian Forsyth/Getty Images)

Alternative North East races if you aren't running the Great North Run this year Jason Button

Can you support the NHS with a blood donation this winter?

How to sign up and become a blood donor Debra Fox

The fitness challenge everyone is talking about this year is RED January (Run Every Day). The aim is to be active every day in January.

SHAPING UP: Set yourself realistic goals and then use these top tips to stay on ... By The Newsroom

Anti-cancer jab figures fall.

Fewer girls getting anti-cancer jab Sonja Tutty