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Are you a British Sign Language user? Do you need to contact our hospitals or other services? You can use video to chat with a qualified BSL interpreter. Use a computer, mobile phone, or…
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Important information about group A strep
Important information about group A strep Group A streptococcus (GAS) is a common bacteria which can live harmlessly in our throats and on our skin. Sometimes GAS can cause mild illnesses…
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A nasendosocpy assessment aims to identify if anything in your throat is causing, or contributing to symptoms of throat irritation, coughing, breathlessness, voice changes, and/or swallowing…
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NHS plans in place for three-day strike action
Patients should attend NHS appointments unless they have heard otherwise during the industrial action that will impact on NHS services across the region this week.
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Short Term Support Service Northumberland
Short Term Support Service (STSS) is a team of physiotherapists and technical instructors. They work with other specialists, including occupational therapists, from Northumberland County Council.…
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A diagnosis of cancer is a life-changing event. It is normal and understandable to feel distressed. Adjusting to the impact of a cancer diagnosis and your treatment Dealing with the changes to…
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Health inequalities annual report
We set up our Health Inequalities Programme Board to identify health inequalities in our services. It then aims to tackle them and improve patient care. This report explains what we have been doing…
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Our diabetes and endocrine services work together to support you if you are living with type 1 or 2 diabetes or a common endocrine condition such as thyroid disease. Our specialist team of…
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Palliative and end of life care
The Northumbria Healthcare Palliative Care team supports patients over 18 years of age with a life-limiting condition, their family and carers; at home or in Community and Hospital settings across…
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Our approach to person-centred visiting Person-centred visiting means we will work together with our patients, their loved ones, and our staff. We follow these principles: Welcoming –…