With summer well underway and social gatherings returning as part of normal life, Covid-19 infections may seem like a distant memory, but with transmission rates rising in the North East and Yorkshire, and England, we must remain cautious. The region’s NHS medical director, Dr Yvette Oade, says there are simple things we can all do […]
With summer heat and unbroken sunshine forecast to continue into next weekend and beyond, people in the North East and Yorkshire are being reminded of the health risks associated with heatwave conditions, and to stay safe in the sun. The main risks posed by a heatwave are not drinking enough water, overheating – which can […]
Ahead of the festival of Eid al-Adha, which begins this Saturday and ends on the evening of Wednesday 13 July, health experts are encouraging people to come forward for their Covid-19 vaccination, and to share any questions or concerns. Dr Hina J Shahid (pictured), Chairperson for the Muslim Doctors Association, said data showed vaccines have […]
As the NHS launches a new phase of its campaign to detect cancer earlier for patients – when it’s easier to treat, people in the North East and Yorkshire are being reminded to contact their GP practice if something in their body doesn’t feel right. The Help Us, Help You campaign encourages people who have […]
A challenge for people to cover ‘70k Your Way’ during June, a newly created woodland walk, a video that captures hospital life in the 1950s, wards decorated in patriotic bunting and a cream tea featuring a ‘singing porter’ – will be among dozens of colourful and fun activities taking place at NHS organisations in the […]
A GP who is leading the NHS’ mission to reduce inequality in healthcare has praised Bradford’s services for homeless residents and vulnerable women. Dr Bola Owolabi, NHS Director – Health Inequalities, visited the Bevan Healthcare clinic which offers evening appointments and an outreach bus in what is one of Britain’s most deprived areas. In 2019, […]
As final preparations are made to mark the Queen’s historic Platinum Jubilee, people in the North East and Yorkshire are reminded to plan ahead with their medicines needs for the four-day bank holiday weekend, and to visit NHS111 online first in the event medical advice is needed. Dr Jonathan Slade, the NHS region’s Medical Director […]
North Tyneside has been selected as one of several places within the North East and North Cumbria to take part in the world’s largest trial of a revolutionary new blood test that can detect more than 50 types of cancer before symptoms appear. People aged 50 to 77 years old are being asked to look […]
Participants in the world’s largest trial of a revolutionary new blood test, GalleriTM, which can detect more than 50 types of cancer and often before symptoms appear, will start to arrive next week for their appointments in South Tyneside. Selected residents, aged 50 to 77, who have received a letter from the NHS inviting them […]
As the Easter bank holiday approaches people in the North East and Yorkshire are reminded to plan ahead with their medicines needs, and to visit NHS111 online first in the event medical advice is needed. Dr Yvette Oade, the NHS region’s Acting Medical Director, said: “The NHS is here for you if you need us […]