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  • Self-care: Neck

    Neck pain is very common. It will affect 2 out of 3 of us at some point in our lives. While it can be very uncomfortable and impact on our physical functioning, it is rarely serious. It can often be…

  • Coming into hospital if you have a learning disability and/or autism

    Coming into hospital can be a worrying experience for people who have a learning disability and/or autism. We want you to have a good experience and this page tells you about the help and support…

  • Stoma care in Tanzania? It’s in the bag

    Specialist nurses from North Tyneside General Hospital have travelled across the world to share their expertise and provide a lifeline to communities.

  • Are you in crisis now?

    If you or anyone else is in immediate danger or harm, please call 999. Alternatively, if you are able, go to your nearest A&E department. Need urgent medical or mental health help? If…

  • Delirium

    What is delirium? Delirium is a change in a person’s mental state or consciousness, which is often shown as new confusion, difficulties with understanding and memory, or personality…

  • Northumbria Health and Care Academy

    Shaping the future of healthcare the Northumbria way Introducing the Northumbria Health and Care Academy, a groundbreaking institution designed to provide the highest quality education and training…

  • Lung cancer

    When you are under investigation for or diagnosed with lung cancer, you will be under a team of specialist doctors and nurses. Our team covers North Tyneside and Northumberland. Anyone can develop…

  • SAS Week 2024 - Dr Karl Jackson

    For SAS Week 2024, find out more about this important part of our workforce.

  • Orthotics

    We provide equipment to help patients recover from and avoid injury or live with lifelong conditions. This includes: Insoles Braces Splints Calipers Footwear Spinal jackets…

  • Meet the team in Berwick - Sarah-Jane Gladstone

    Meet the team in Berwick - Sarah-Jane Gladstone How long have you worked at/done a clinic at Berwick Infirmary?  I first came to Berwick Infirmary in 2001 as a Senior Staff Nurse, after a…