The Queen today bestowed the ultimate honour on our health service today when she awarded it the George Cross – saying its staff had worked with courage, compassion and dedication.
The George Cross is given for acts of great heroism or courage in the face of great danger and NHS staff have worked tirelessly during the pandemic.
Who can forget the emotional scenes as we clapped for the heroes during the pandemic.
But the many faces of the NHS has been a source of inspiration and support throughout South Tyneside for years. Here are just a handful of reminders of the difference it makes.
9. A high rating in 2008
South Tyneside District Hospital staff were celebrating their NHS performing rating in this photo from 13 years ago? Photo: TR
10. Share your memories
How many of these scenes do you remember? Tell us more by emailing [email protected] Photo: sg