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Infection prevention and control
The purpose of this page is to help you understand what we can do together to reduce the risk of infection in hospital. The prevention and control of infection is everyone’s responsibility including staff, patients and visitors. Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (NHCT) is committed to providing high quality services in a safe, clean environment.
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Northumbria Healthcare’s infection prevention and control team wins national award
A project to limit the spread of infection and keep patients safe at hospitals in Northumberland and North Tyneside has been recognised with a national award.
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National Operating Department Practitioner Day 2025
2025 marks the 80th anniversary of the ODP profession. Marc Hallet, senior ODP gives us an insight into his role and the importance of recognising the day.
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New helipad opens at North East specialist emergency hospital
A new helipad is now ready for use at the Northumbria Specialist Emergency Care Hospital in Cramlington.
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We offer a one stop shop for assessing, prescribing and loaning wheelchairs including powered and manual wheelchairs for a minimum of six months. This includes accessories such as cushions and specialist seating equipment. Typically you will be referred to us by a healthcare professional e.g. your GP, physiotherapist, occupational therapist etc. We are based in Seaton Delaval and support people, their families, and carers with wheelchair and equipment services to promote independence and improve quality of life. For short term loans of wheelchairs and equipment please visit British Red Cross website.
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Allotment inspires exhibition by arts disability group at Northumberland hospital
An exhibition by a Northumberland-based arts disability group is the latest to open at one of the area’s hospitals this summer.
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Northumbria Healthcare charity unveils new exhibition celebrating staff diversity
A brand-new exhibition featuring photographs of Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust staff is on display at North Tyneside General Hospital.
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Become an NHS governor and be your community’s eyes and ears on healthcare
The call has gone out for Northumberland and North Tyneside residents to get involved with their local NHS and help shape its future.
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Local school creates artwork for outdoor exhibition at new community hospital
Bright, Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust’s official charity, has worked with students from Berwick Academy to produce artwork for the hoardings surrounding the new Berwick Hospital construction site.
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Inequalities in the spotlight – Northumbria Healthcare trust reflects on achievements and next steps
Northumbria Healthcare continues to lead the way with its work to tackle health inequalities, by reflecting on progress so far and focusing on what comes next.
