Inspectors have praised the A&E departments in Durham and Darlington for their safety and care, despite ongoing pressures on the NHS. Durham and Darlington Hospital Emergency Departments Praised by Inspectors Durham: The A&E departments at two hospitals in the North East are getting some well-deserved praise. Inspectors from the Care Quality Commission (CQC) found that…
A Newcastle doctor highlights the health risks of wood-burning stoves for kids Newcastle Doctor Warns Wood-Burning Stoves Endanger Children’s Health Newcastle: A doctor in Newcastle is raising alarms about wood-burning stoves. Dr. Emily Parker, a pediatrician, says these stoves can harm our health, especially for kids. She’s backing the group Mums for Lungs, which wants…
A recent report shows that 6,000 adults in North Tyneside are flagged for alcohol misuse, highlighting a growing concern in the community. 6,000 Adults in North Tyneside Identified as Alcohol Misusers by GPs North Tyneside: Recent health figures show a worrying trend. About 6,000 adults in the area are recognized as problem drinkers by their…
A North East family had a memorable trip to Edinburgh for their brave daughter, Evie, who received a heart transplant last summer North East Family Enjoys Edinburgh Trip for Brave Girl After Heart Transplant Edinburgh: A young girl named Evie Green and her family had a fantastic time in Edinburgh, thanks to a local charity…
St Cuthbert’s Hospice in County Durham faces tough times, cutting staff and services due to financial struggles affecting its adult bereavement support. County Durham Hospice Cuts Adult Bereavement Service and Reduces Staff by 18% County Durham: St Cuthbert’s Hospice is facing some serious challenges. They’re cutting their adult bereavement service and letting go of about…
A Newcastle hospital is pioneering a brain implant to help Parkinson’s patients manage their symptoms more effectively and improve their quality of life. Newcastle Hospital Among Four Worldwide Using Brain Implant for Parkinson’s Newcastle: People in the North East are getting a groundbreaking brain implant for Parkinson’s. This new tech is a game changer for…
The HSE reassures Cork residents that no dangerous drug batches are being sold HSE Confirms No Signs of ‘Extra Risky’ Drug Batch in Cork City Cork: The HSE has confirmed that there’s no sign of a dangerous drug batch in the city. They’ve checked local samples and found no high-risk heroin on the streets. This…
The Great North Air Ambulance Service celebrates a decade of providing lifesaving blood transfusions, enhancing emergency care across the region. Great North Air Ambulance Service Marks 10 Years of Lifesaving Blood Transfusions Newcastle: The Great North Air Ambulance Service (GNAAS) is celebrating a big milestone. They’ve been carrying blood products on their aircraft for ten…
The Labour government has revised the Shotley Bridge Hospital project timeline, now set for 2025-2030, following a review of the New Hospitals Programme. Shotley Bridge Hospital Rebuild Scheduled for 2025-2030 Under Labour Plans Consett: The Shotley Bridge Hospital rebuild is now pushed to 2025-2030. This change comes after the Labour government took a fresh look…
Amanda Wardle, a retired physio, helps fellow kidney patients stay active during dialysis Retired Sunderland Physio Inspires Others to Stay Fit While on Dialysis Sunderland: Amanda Wardle, a retired physio, is making waves at Sunderland Royal. Even while on dialysis, she’s helping others stay active. She used to work as a children’s physiotherapist. Now, she’s…