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South Tyneside's Lifecycle team.

NHS Trust launches a series of mental health support websites

Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust was “kept in the dark” along with Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Trust.

Consultant psychiatrist lied and put patients at risk - here's why

More than 50% of people infected with Covid have reported sneezing as a symptom on the ZOE Covid app. Interestingly it tends to be more common among people who have been vaccinated and then tested positive for the virus.

Flu symptoms to look out for as NHS warn about 'worst ever' flu season

The North East Ambulance Service (NEAS) have urged people to only call 999 if there is a genuine emergency.

Plea to only call an ambulance if there is a 'threat to life or limb'

A North East Ambulance Service ambulance. Photo: NEAS.

Residents asked to remain safe ahead of New Year celebrations

Let's hear it for this police officer who ran a football tournament over the Christmas holidays at Hebburn Comprehensive School in 2012.

South Tyneside's festive volunteer heroes remembered

The best GP surgeries in England have been named after being rated by patients in the GP Patient Survey.

The 21 top GP surgeries in England ranked the best in the country

The 21 best-rated GP surgeries in North East as voted for by patients.

21 top GP surgeries in the North East ranked the highest by patients

The NHS are urging those who are eligible to get the flu vaccine.

People urged to protect themselves as hospital admissions for flu soar

Fermented garlic and honey is a home remedy for symptoms of the flu that has been trending on social media.

What is the viral fermented garlic and honey flu hack - does it work?

People who are eligible are being encouraged to get vaccinated to protect themselves from the 'quad-demic'.

What is the 'quad-demic'? Symptoms of Covid, RSV, norovirus and flu

Newcastle Players and Staff visit the RVI Hospital on their annual hospital visits on December 10, 2024 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Serena Taylor/Newcastle United via Getty Images)

Bruno speaks out as old NUFC shirts find 'heartwarming' new home

These are the red flag breast cancer symptoms you should look out for.

Red flag signs and symptoms of breast cancer that you shouldn't ignore

Joanna Newark, 52, encourages everyone to incorporate a daily breast self-exam into their routines.

'My chemo was so strong the nurse was gowned up like a spaceman'

The new blood test can remove barriers to an early diagnosis

Ad Feature Blood test which can help detect early Alzheimer’s launches in the UK

Sharon Velen and Jan Defty, who work as Healthcare Assistants at the Discharge Lounge at South Tyneside District Hospital, which is part of the #NightwearBeforeChristmas campaign.

South Tyneside’s NHS Trust launches its annual Christmas PJs campaign
The annual #NightwearBeforeChristmas campaign has returned to South Tyneside’s NHS Trust.
Ryan Smith

The Lord Darzi Report found that the NHS is in 'serious trouble'.

NHS reforms: Government announces new league tables for NHS providers

Aslı Tarcan Clinic is a leading destination for anyone considering hair transplant procedure in Turkey

Ad Feature Asli Tarcan Clinic: A pioneer centre for hair transplantation

The case definition for monkeypox has been updated by UK health officials to include new symptoms to look out for

Mpox cases UK: Where did it come from and how does it spread?

Pharmacist shares how to spot the difference between sore throat, strep and Covid symptoms.

Is it Covid, strep or a sore throat? Worrying symptoms to look out for

Up to 97% of new patients are unable to access NHS dental care according to the British Dental Association.

What to do if you can't get a dentist appointment

The Pharmacy First scheme means you can speak to your pharmacist about seven common health conditions.

The seven health conditions your local pharmacy can treat

Oxford Medical Products announces positive results in weight-loss clinical trial

Ad Feature Company announces positive results in weight-loss clinical trial

Patients can access a second opinion on the NHS.

This is how you can get a second opinion on the NHS

Marie Curie have helped terminally ill patients curate their favourite songs for end of life care, as the charity looks to provide more focus on the quality for those in care.

Marie Curie help terminally ill curate end of life Spotify playlist

Tirzepatide: what is weight loss drug and how is different to Ozempic?

Councillor Jane Carter, Labour cabinet member for governance, finance and corporate services, gave a report on South Tyneside Council's budget.

South Tyneside Council predicts massive £7.7million budget hole
South Tyneside Council is facing a £7.7 million budget overspend for the 2024/25 financial year, but council bosses say “prompt action” is being taken to balance the books.
Chris Binding

Emma Lewell-Buck, South Shields MP, has backed calls from the Kennel Club to ban electric shock collars. Photo: NationalWorld.

Emma Lewell-Buck on the government’s commitment to improving the NHS

Pharmacists can diagnose and treat many common health conditions. (Photo: Andy Buchanan/WPA Pool/Getty Images)

List of 11 health conditions your pharmacist can diagnose and treat

There are over 3 million posts about ADHD on TikTok. (Photo: cottonbro studio/Pexels)

The real symptoms of ADHD and how to spot 'misleading' content

Lecanemab is designed to target and clear a protein called amyloid from patient’s brains (Photo: Adobe)

Lecanemab UK: what is it and how much does Alzheimer's drug cost?

Tyne Tunnels operator makes North East hospice ‘more comfortable’

Northern Cancer Voices CEO Tori Bradison (front middle) with her charity team.

Cancer charity appeals for volunteers to help across the North East

These 8 over-the-counter drug interactions that can make you ill (Photo: Pexel, Etatics Inc)

The 8 over-the-counter drug interactions that can make you ill

Accessing an NHS dentist is a challenge right now. (Photo: Pexels, Cedric Fauntleroy)

NHS dentist: How many dentists are accepting NHS patients?

Expert reveals why we shouldn't rely on voice assistants for medical advice. (Photo: Pexels, Jonathan Borba)

Tech expert warns against using voice assistants for medical advice

Almost a quarter of people do not know the difference between a physicians associate and a doctor a new poll has discovered. (Photo: Pexel/Etatics Inc)

What is the difference between a physician associate and a doctor?

Patrick Gosling is set to release his newest single in May as well as a debut EP later in the year. Image credit: Patrick Gosling

Musician set to play charity gig at an iconic North East venue

GPs are voting whether or not to go on strike for the first time in 60 years. (Photo: Charles Milligan/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

GPs are threatening strike action - what does it mean for you?

There are lots of things that can make us more vulnerable to sunshine. (Photo: Pexel, Maggie Zhan)

'I'm a doctor - these 5 things mean you're more at risk of sunburn'

Blood shortages in England have triggered an “amber alert”. (Photo: Pexel, FRANK MERIÑO)

The health conditions that could stop you from giving blood

A Greece travel warning has been issued as there has been a surge in Covid hospitalisations in the country due to an outbreak of the new FLiRT variant of the virus. (Photo: Getty Images)

Warning for holidaymakers after Covid outbreak in travel hotspot

An estimated 10 million people in the UK live with headaches everyday. (Photo: Pexels/Andrea Piacquadio)

I'm a pharmacist - these are the five different types of headaches

GP practises and pharmacies across the UK have been caught up in the global IT outage (Photo: Pexel, Pixabay)

GPs and pharmacies across UK hit by CrowdStrike outage

Covid tests are in demand as cases of the new Covid variant are on the rise. (Photo: ManuPadilla - stock.adobe.com)

Here is where you can get Covid tests as cases of new variant rise

30% of Brits would back defaulted plant-based menu in NHS hospitals

The statue of Tip the Therapy Dog. It has been moved to its new home in the Catherine Cookson Memorial Garden.

Tip the Therapy Dog statue given a new home at South Tyneside Hospital

Founder and CEO of Sensmart, Aisha Purvis.

South Tyneside woman designs multi-sensory menu

Darshini Smith and Ian Storer, Heart Failure Specialist Nurses with STSFT, show how a patient's blood pressure is checked.

NHS workers take to the road as part of Heart Failure Awareness Week

Dr Shaz Wahid, the Executive Medical Director of STSFT, with Dr Lance Cope and colleagues at his retirement celebration.

Consultant Radiologist retires after more than 40 years with NHS

These are some of the top rated GP surgeries in South Tyneside.

The top rated GP practices in South Tyneside as rated by patients

UK holidaymakers have been issued a travel warning for the Caribbean, parts of Africa, Central and South America as yellow fever is on the rise. (Photo: AFP via Getty Images)

Killer disease hits tourist hotspots

Ambulance explodes and bursts into flames in Barton-under-Needwood, Staffordshire.

Watch: Ambulance explodes into a fireball after dropping off patient

Ad Feature Marie Curie’s Great Daffodil Appeal returns to SPAR stores

North East Ambulance Service

Opportunity to thank ambulance workers as part of annual awards

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