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The North East Ambulance Service has launched a winter safety campaign

North East Ambulance Service launches winter safety campaign

A&E patients in Sunderland and South Tyneside have some of the shortest waits for treatment in England.

A&E figures for Sunderland and South Tyneside among best in country

South Tyneside NHS finance chief Hayley Wardle.

South Tyneside NHS chief warns of 'demanding year' ahead

The Wellness Loft is providing free fitness sessions for mums and people of all ages.

I’m providing free fitness classes to mums and people of all ages

Lynsey says her classes are hugely popular.

Ex-footballer credits hydro-fitness classes with 'changing her life'

Mayfield Medical Centre in Jarrow.

Jarrow medical centre expansion plans

Dupilumab is being used to help treat patients with nasal polyps.

New NHS breathing drug

Patients, carers, community representatives and NHS staff came together to share their experiences and ideas.

Shaping the future of cancer care

The campaign runs until September 28.

Make your organ donation wishes known

Members of the Cardiac Rehab Team from STSFT get involved in the sessions, led by the Foundation of Light.

Walking football sessions launched

Katrina Morris at Cleadon Ear Care

South Tyneside ear care clinic rated 'Good' by CQC inspectors

The scheme will provide 350 refurbished devices to eligible patients.

Free mobile devices for patients

South Tyneside patients are benefiting from some of the fastest NHS care in the country, according to data.

'More patients seen faster'

Four fertility patients shared their stories with MPs, clinicians, health economists and fertility experts.

MP wants end to 'IVF postcode lottery'

The NHS is one of our country's and Labour Party’s greatest achievements. Photo by Peter Byrne/PA Wire

Kate Osborne MP: Postcode should not come into fairer access to NHS-funded IVF

You can use the app for repeat prescriptions, view health records and test results, manage appointments and referrals, receive messages from their GP, hospital and other NHS services.

NHS urges 'tap the app' to protect health
Around seven in 10 people have already downloaded it, but in some areas it’s only around four in 10.
Tony Gillan

Members and staff of the Gym Group South Shields have taken on a coastal walk for the STS Charity, the official charity of South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust.

South Shields gymgoers back the borough’s NHS charity

New Health offers clinician-led weight management designed to fit around everyday life, without the need for in-person appointments.

What private weight management treatments are available without NHS?

More than 850 of the hardest-to-reach members of communities across the country will be seen onboard

Mobile dental unit to deliver care to rough sleepers

Patients are happy overall with their experiences with South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust.

'Very good experience' for patients

North East Ambulance Service (NEAS) is inviting the public to its Annual General Meeting.

Help shape the future ambulance care

Getting your flu jab is essential for many people at risk from serious illness at this time of year

'Flu warning' - vulnerable groups told to get vaccinated

The government is building a National Care Service to address the flawed and inequitable adult social care services.

Emma Lewell MP: Government accelerates its three-year review into social care

Some of the new Foundation Year 1 doctors who have started out the next stage of their career with South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust.

NHS trust celebrate new intake of doctors from across UK to Tyneside

James at Sea Cadets.

Schoolgirl runs for brother's charity

The latest National Cancer Patient Experience Survey results have been shared and show South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust are among the best in the NHS.

South Tyneside cancer care ranked among the best in the NHS

Caroline Duffy, a South Shields mum, has developed an app to help families who are waiting for neurodevelopmental assessment on the NHS. The 46-year-old created the app after going through the process with her son, Jacob.

Mum’s app helps families waiting for neurodevelopmental assessment
A South Shields mum is hoping to help families waiting for neurodevelopmental assessment with her free app.
Ryan Smith

Number of North East residents trying to quit smoking sees 26% rise

Amy Mercer, a Hebburn mum-of-three, is celebrating returning to work after struggling with long-term health conditions for the last 14 years.

Mum thought she’d ‘never work again’ due to long-term health issues

Rebecca Shields and Stephanie Coxon of Crystal Clear Ear Clinic.

Whitburn ear health brand takes on second nurse as part of growth

South Shields-based S Walton Eyecare Opticians has celebrated its 100th anniversary.

South Shields opticians celebrates its 100th anniversary

Nearly two in 10 older people avoided going to A&E during winter last year due to these concerns

Six in 10 over 65s worry about catching flu from A&E trips

South Tyneside has celebrated its Armed Forces community.

Annual celebration honours South Tyneside's Armed Forces community

This week is National Blood Week

Ad Feature Survey reveals the real reason people don’t give blood

Residents encouraged to give blood during National Blood Week

Stacey (left) and Nichola (right) are hoping to host walking therapy sessions across South Tyneside.

Walking therapy sessions hope to encourage residents to get talking

Dr Sid Ahmed with Rachael Barham, of HI NENC, and Hayley Dixon, Renal Administrator, with the tablets handed out to patients.

Project sees tablet devices given to elderly NHS patients

Sharpsmart works with hospitals and healthcare providers across the UK to deliver specialist healthcare waste services.

Ad Feature Sharpsmart strengthens waste service resilience and greener logistics

Co-founders of Predictive Health Intelligence, Tim Jobson and Neil Stevens

Ad Feature New study reveals new way to find serious liver disease earlier

The latest data shows patients at South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust are getting their treatment quicker.

South Tyneside patients getting faster care - and data proves it

Patients at Sunderland Royal and South Tyneside hospitals are now being seen more quickly.

Robots help Tyne & Wear patients to get third fastest NHS treatment

Dementia Action Week is taking place in May

Free dementia awareness sessions taking place for Dementia Action Week

Winners from this year's South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust Staff Recognition Awards pictured with Trust leaders.

NHS staff across region recognised at Trust's yearly awards

The Harton Practice founder Sarah O'Callaghan has opened in the village with her team Dr Nicola Burton, Janet Callaghan, Kieron McIvor and Nasima Begum ranging with different trauma therapies.

New Shields therapy practice aims to open mind & skip waiting lists

As part a new multi-million pound health commitment to help the public, Holland and Barrett has launched 300,000 free high-street Wellness Check-Ins per month to help people back their bodies. Team GB medallist, Katarina Johnson-Thompson, has lent her support to the initiative and is encouraging the nation to act on health before it’s too late.

Holland & Barrett launch free high-street wellness check-ins

Apprentice nurse Sarah Wilson who has been shortlisted for a national award.

Joy for apprentice nurse who has made a national awards shortlist

NHS staff from the bladder and bowel team covering South Tyneside and Sunderland.

Why South Tyneside's NHS staff rank among the best in England

Ian Swindell was told his shoulder pain was due to acid reflux discovered he had incurable blood cancer - after pushing for a second opinion.

Man told shoulder pain was acid reflux diagnosed with terminal cancer

The North East Ambulance Service.

Ambulance Service staff survey shows "encouraging" progress

Private MRI scans can now be booked directly online, offering faster results than standard NHS waiting times.

You can now book private health scans from £80 – with results in hours

Food allergies: Common allergies, what to avoid and symptoms

NHS tips on food allergies and symptoms

A Cold Health Alert has been issued for the North East.

Cold Health Alert issued for North East with increased risk to life

Former mental health nurse Jane Wheatley with Rocco.

I’ve put my NHS career on pause to launch my petting sitting business

Scan.com UK’s private service can help cut through the NHS waiting lists

Waiting months for an NHS scan? Private MRI results arrive in days

North East Mayor Kim McGuinness with members of the Stiller and the Children’s Foundation team.

3,000 baby boxes given to North East families over Christmas

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