Health

NHS leader Sir James Mackey takes swift action to address concerns and rebuild trust at Newcastle hospitals

A health boss has vowed not to “shy away” from major concerns underlined by a damning inspection report that has seen Newcastle’s hospitals lose...

Spelling out the risks for your heart

Sarah thought she was young and healthy, until she ended up in an emergency department with chest pains. “The doctor said, ‘you’ve had a heart...

Police crackdown on illicit sales: two Harehills shops lose licences

Two shops have lost their premises licences as part of efforts to tackle illicit drink and tobacco sales in a deprived city community. Police applied...

South Tees Hospitals NHS Trust told it must take action to improve maternity services

South Tees Hospitals NHS Trust has been told to improve its maternity services after a care watchdog expressed concern about staffing levels and an...

Stay safe and sound: Discover the swift and reliable support of NHS 111 for your winter health emergencies

If you need urgent medical help this winter but you’re not sure where to go, use NHS 111. NHS 111 can assess and direct you...

Newcastle’s deputy leader vows to shield vital support centres amidst budget crunch

A top councillor has pledged to protect three “amazing” care centres from closure if they come under threat from budget cuts. Newcastle City Council’s deputy...

Tackling childhood obesity in Newcastle: a call for change

Worrying levels of childhood obesity in Newcastle must be reduced, city health chiefs have warned. Newcastle has the highest levels of obesity among North East...

The alarming rise of nicotine addiction among children sparks health concerns

Children are becoming so addicted to vaping they are making themselves sick by putting nicotine patches in their mouths during school lessons. The claims were...

London’s Mayor extends £140m free school meals programme to support families amidst the cost-of-living crisis

More than 20,000 children across two North West London boroughs will continue to receive free school meals next year after the mayor announced plans...

Conservative and Labour politicians’ reactions to Mayor Ben Houchen’s pledge for a new hospital on Teesside

Conservative and Labour politicians have given their reactions to Tees Valley Mayor Ben Houchen’s election pledge to build a new state-of-the-art hospital on Teesside. Mr...

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