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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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Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS)
When you are in hospital, there may be a time when you are unable to make decisions about your care and treatment. The clinical team may need to make decisions on your behalf. This will always be…
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A flow rate test is a test of the rate and amount of urine (wee) that you pass. It looks at changes to your usual flow of urine. We will ask you to come to a flow clinic if you have symptoms that…
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Celebrating our AHP workforce - Kristin's story
Following a injury caused by playing football Kristin was inspired by the quality of care he received from his physio and decided to pursue it as a career. After working within the trust for 30 years as a physio, Kristin now works within the central improvement team.
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The Freedom of Information Act (FOI) 2000 came into force on 1 January 2005. The Act promotes openness and accountability in the public sector and provides the public with a general right of access to…
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Hospitals urging patients to attend appointments
Hospitals urging patients to attend appointments A consultant at Northumbria Healthcare is urging patients to continue attending appointments to ensure they can get the treatment they need…
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After successfully working our way through the three levels of the scheme, Northumbria Healthcare are now seen as a Disability Confident Leader...
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New state-of-the-art Northumbria Wheelchair Centre opens to boost patient experience
New state-of-the-art Northumbria Wheelchair Centre opens to boost patient experience A new joined-up wheelchair service in a state-of-the-art facility is set to boost patient experience in…
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Call 4 Concern - a patient safety initiative
Are you worried about your condition getting worse while in hospital? Have you spoken to your ward nurse or doctor? If you still have concerns after talking to them, contact 0191 607 2034. This is…
