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  • Non-essential visiting still suspended in hospitals across Northumberland and North Tyneside

    Non-essential visiting still suspended in hospitals across Northumberland and North Tyneside Northumbria Healthcare is to continue to suspend non-essential visiting in hospitals across…

  • Cancer charities

    Here you will find information about national cancer charities.

  • Help with the cost of cancer

    We know that many patients worry about the financial impact of cancer. More information on the help and support available is below:

  • Dementia

    What is dementia? Dementia is caused by different diseases that affect the brain.  The word ‘dementia’ describes a collection of symptoms. This may include memory loss and language…

  • Stoma Care (North Tyneside)

    If you are going to have or have had an operation resulting in a stoma, for example, a colostomy, ileostomy or urostomy we can provide you with specialist information, support and advice.…

  • Upper gastrointestinal

    Our upper gastrointestinal specialist can care for you if you are suffering from a disease of the oesophagus (gullet) and stomach. This may include cancer but we also treat many other less serious…

  • Reality TV used as teaching tool for North East medical students

    Reality TV used as teaching tool for North East medical students Students sitting around watching TV may be a pervasive myth, but a reality series has been used as a teaching tool for North…

  • Put on your trainers or the kettle to support Northumbria Healthcare’s Bright charity

    Put on your trainers or the kettle to support Northumbria Healthcare’s Bright charity There is still time to sign up to take part in this year’s Great North Run and raise money…

  • Support groups

    Support for patients and their carers following a cancer diagnosis is vital. This can be done in different ways: By your hospital team A national or local cancer charity A support group…

  • Dental services

    You may be referred into our dental service if you need specialised treatment not provided within your own family dental practice.  It is available for adults and children living in…