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Past and present staff gather to celebrate 20th anniversary of Hexham General Hospital
On Monday 10 July 2023, past and present staff from Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust gathered to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Hexham General Hospital.
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Patients report positive experiences in Northumberland and North Tyneside hospitals
Patients staying in hospitals in Northumberland and North Tyneside continue to have a very positive experience of their care, according to a key national survey.
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Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust launches action plan to tackle climate change
Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust has launched its new sustainability action plan to help tackle climate change and achieve net zero status by 2040.
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Nationwide study launched to ensure best outcomes for joint replacement patients
An NHS research team is seeking thousands of people who are to undergo joint replacements for a major national study to improve patient experience and outcomes.
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NHS plea to only use A&E for life threatening emergencies
NHS leaders are reminding the public to only call 999 for an ambulance or attend A&E for life-threatening conditions or injuries only, as the region's health services plan for further strike action this week.
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Good communications and engagement has never been more important to the NHS in providing modern healthcare.
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What have we learned through poverty proofing our service?
Dr Kate Hope shares her team’s experiences going through a Poverty Proofing© audit and training, and how it has helped them to make sure they meet the needs of all their patients.
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How going decaf could boost patient safety by reducing falls in hospitals
A pilot project has shown how a switch to decaffeinated drinks could help reduce falls on hospital wards in Northumberland and North Tyneside.
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Car parking charges at Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust to increase from 1 June
Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust has announced that car parking charges across its sites will increase from Monday 1 June 2026.
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Overhaul of specialist service reduces waiting times and delivers for patients
Respiratory patients at Northumbria Healthcare are benefiting from an improved speech and language therapy service which is helping to deliver better outcomes.