NHS Darlington and County Durham

A blood donor centre sign

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People in region urged to donate blood after UK amber 'critical' shortage level

A global IT outage is causing disruption across the UK with GP surgeries and pharmacies in England unable to function as usual

A global IT outage is causing disruption across the UK with GP surgeries and pharmacies in England unable to function as usual

Delays as North East GP surgeries and pharmacies affected by global IT outage

Stacey Thain has only had three months training so far, but has already stepped in to save the life of a man who had a cardiac arrest in a supermarket.

Stacey Thain has only had three months training so far, but has already stepped in to save the life of a man who had a cardiac arrest in a supermarket.

"I am the reason he is alive": Trainee paramedic praised after saving man's life

The NHS announced on Tuesday (July 9) that it would be making Cavendish House at Prince’s Wharf in Thornaby one of its new homes for its 111 services

The NHS announced on Tuesday (July 9) that it would be making Cavendish House at Prince’s Wharf in Thornaby one of its new homes for its 111 services

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Up to 300 jobs created as vital NHS 111 service moves into North East office

Health professionals and patients will become the first in North Yorkshire to use natural prescriptions

Health professionals and patients will become the first in North Yorkshire to use natural prescriptions

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Natural prescriptions to be used to tackle mental health across North Yorkshire

A key member of the North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust podiatry team since 1996, Louise Wales was one of the first podiatry technicians in the country

A key member of the North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust podiatry team since 1996, Louise Wales was one of the first podiatry technicians in the country

Tributes to 'passionate and caring' NHS worker who died after battle with illness

It was announced on Tuesday (April 30) that Moorside Pharmacy in Consett had been sold by specialist business property adviser, Christie & Co, for an undisclosed fee

It was announced on Tuesday (April 30) that Moorside Pharmacy in Consett had been sold by specialist business property adviser, Christie & Co, for an undisclosed fee

County Durham NHS pharmacy sold off as new owner's plans for service set out

County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust

County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust

CQC inspectors find improvements in County Durham and Darlington maternity

The joint project between the MOD and NHS will deliver transformative integrated health and care services to the military and civilian communities of Catterick

The joint project between the MOD and NHS will deliver transformative integrated health and care services to the military and civilian communities of Catterick

Work begins on 'first-of-its kind' care campus that will be open in 2026

NHS workers at Friarage Hospital in Northallerton have called on the PM to 'pull his finger out' as their pay dispute continues Credit: MICHAEL ROBINSON

NHS workers at Friarage Hospital in Northallerton have called on the PM to 'pull his finger out' as their pay dispute continues Credit: MICHAEL ROBINSON

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NHS workers strike for better pay deal and call on PM to help constituency

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Two patients left with screw inside them in shocking incidents at region's hospitals

Primary care minister Dame Andrea Leadsom said 'we want to give patients faster, simpler and fairer access to the care they need, when they need it'

Primary care minister Dame Andrea Leadsom said 'we want to give patients faster, simpler and fairer access to the care they need, when they need it'

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Dental and pharmacy assistants to be given more powers to supply medicines

The sum awarded to Dr Manuf Kassem, an associate specialist surgeon at North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust, included loss of earnings, injury to feelings and general damages and followed a remedy hearing

The sum awarded to Dr Manuf Kassem, an associate specialist surgeon at North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust, included loss of earnings, injury to feelings and general damages and followed a remedy hearing

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Six figure payout for whistle-blowing surgeon who faced racial discrimination

File photo: A doctor.

File photo: A doctor.

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More patients on NHS waiting lists in North East year after PM pledged to slash waits

Do you pay for your NHS prescriptions? Here's how you could save some money

Do you pay for your NHS prescriptions? Here's how you could save some money

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7 ways to save money on NHS prescriptions and medication in England

The NHS is writing to 19 to 25-year-olds in London, Greater Manchester and the West Midlands to invite them to book an appointment

The NHS is writing to 19 to 25-year-olds in London, Greater Manchester and the West Midlands to invite them to book an appointment

Young adults urged to get MMR jab as cases rise in England

NHS healthcare assistants on Teesside will walk out in huge numbers next month in a dispute over pay.

NHS healthcare assistants on Teesside will walk out in huge numbers next month in a dispute over pay.

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1,000 healthcare assistants to walk out at seven hospitals next month in pay row

The construction of a new robotic and emergency maternity surgical theatre has begun at the University Hospital of North Tees

The construction of a new robotic and emergency maternity surgical theatre has begun at the University Hospital of North Tees

Work starts on new £4.2m section of hospital as timeframe given for completion

One year ago this week, four-year-old Evie Green, from Middlesbrough, was admitted to the children’s heart unit at the Freeman Hospital in Newcastle

One year ago this week, four-year-old Evie Green, from Middlesbrough, was admitted to the children’s heart unit at the Freeman Hospital in Newcastle

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Family of girl, four, awaiting new heart describe year-long 'emotional rollercoaster'

Dr Mohammed Balousha, an NHS trauma and orthopaedic doctor at Scarborough Hospital, has been gathering support to try and arrange the medical evacuation of his 61-year-old father through the Rafah crossing into Egypt

Dr Mohammed Balousha, an NHS trauma and orthopaedic doctor at Scarborough Hospital, has been gathering support to try and arrange the medical evacuation of his 61-year-old father through the Rafah crossing into Egypt

Doctor's ill father remains trapped in Gaza after suffering severe brain injury

What is contact dermatitis? The NHS explains symptoms and when to see a doctor or pharmacist

What is contact dermatitis? The NHS explains symptoms and when to see a doctor or pharmacist

What is contact dermatitis? Symptoms and when to see a doctor

The key targets in the NHS were rolled out during the 2000s

The key targets in the NHS were rolled out during the 2000s

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When key NHS targets were last hit in the UK (and 2 that have never been met)

File photo: Car park at University Hospital North Tees.

File photo: Car park at University Hospital North Tees.

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North East hospitals rake in millions in parking charges as one sees £1m increase

Missing your medical appointments costs all of us

Missing your medical appointments costs all of us

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Counting the cost of NHS time wasters

Daniel Johnson, 42, from Hebburn, was on the Felling Bypass during the half marathon in 2022 when he started to feel unwell

Daniel Johnson, 42, from Hebburn, was on the Felling Bypass during the half marathon in 2022 when he started to feel unwell

Great North Run

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North East dad taking on Great North Run a year on from heart attack at event

Craig Hill, 39, from Sherburn Hill, County Durham, was just 22 when he was diagnosed with Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)

Craig Hill, 39, from Sherburn Hill, County Durham, was just 22 when he was diagnosed with Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)

Great North Air Ambulance

County Durham dad to become only home dialysis patient to run Great North Run

An estimated 121,000 patients died while waiting for NHS treatment in England last year, according to Labour

An estimated 121,000 patients died while waiting for NHS treatment in England last year, according to Labour

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Labour says an estimated 121,000 NHS patients died in 2022 waiting for treatment

How long have you been waiting for an NHS appointment in England?

How long have you been waiting for an NHS appointment in England?

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How you can skip NHS waiting lists in England as new plans revealed

Implementing AI and robotics would help free up more time for staff, clinicians have suggested

Implementing AI and robotics would help free up more time for staff, clinicians have suggested

Surgeons say AI must be utilised if NHS is to be fit for the future

The shingles vaccine will be offered to another 900,000 from September

The shingles vaccine will be offered to another 900,000 from September

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NHS to offer the shingles vaccine to almost 1 million more people

Richard Holden with NHS Hero Louise West.

Richard Holden with NHS Hero Louise West.

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County Durham nurse named an NHS Hero and visits Number 10 Downing Street

Jo Jones with her husband and Paul Howell MP.

Jo Jones with her husband and Paul Howell MP.

County Durham nurse chosen as NHS Champion and visits Number 10 Downing Street

Dr Paul Williams.

Dr Paul Williams.

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'We are in a crisis': Former Teesside MP and current doctor speaks on future of NHS

The NHS marks its 75th anniversary on July 5.

The NHS marks its 75th anniversary on July 5.

NHS anniversary: North East health trusts celebrate 75 years as 'world leaders'

North East MP's.

North East MP's.

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Is the NHS fit for the future? North East MPs weigh in on service's 75th anniversary

Before the NHS most people had to pay for their healthcare

Before the NHS most people had to pay for their healthcare

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What came before the NHS? Look back as we mark its 75th anniversary

The National Health Service, which was founded in 1948, was the first universal health system to be available to all and free at the point of delivery.

The National Health Service, which was founded in 1948, was the first universal health system to be available to all and free at the point of delivery.

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NHS asks Brits for a 'birthday card' as it turns 75 but it's not what you think

NHS marks its 75th anniversary on July 5 2023.

NHS marks its 75th anniversary on July 5 2023.

Find out how much you've cost the NHS as we mark its 75th birthday

North East heath chiefs welcome government plans to boost NHS workforce

Newcastle University.

Newcastle University.

Newcastle University

Top North East university welcomes government pledge to double med school places

Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting and Bishop Auckland MP candidate Sam Rushworth.

Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting and Bishop Auckland MP candidate Sam Rushworth.

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Tories medical school places pledge was adopted from Labour leaked email suggests

Starting salaries for NHS surgeons are highlighted as being too low

Starting salaries for NHS surgeons are highlighted as being too low

Letters: Are NHS salaries too low?

The Royal Mint has released a 50p coin to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the NHS

The Royal Mint has released a 50p coin to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the NHS

Royal Mint launches commemorative 50p coin to celebrate 75 years of the NHS

Currently only 28 NHS hospitals allow patients to manage appointments within the app, but this will be expanded

Currently only 28 NHS hospitals allow patients to manage appointments within the app, but this will be expanded

New feature to be added to the NHS app in effort to cut huge waiting list

NHS tackle staff shortages with thousands of apprentice doctors and nurses

NHS tackle staff shortages with thousands of apprentice doctors and nurses

NHS tackle staff shortages with thousands of apprentice doctors and nurses

Elizabeth Richards was first told surgery could be the only way to solve her tip-toe walking condition in July last year but she is still waiting for surgery.

Elizabeth Richards was first told surgery could be the only way to solve her tip-toe walking condition in July last year but she is still waiting for surgery.

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Girl left in pain with 9 MONTH wait for surgery to solve tip-toe walking condition

Figures published by the NHS for the first time on the number of people attending A&E have shown over 1,000 patients in County Durham and Darlington have long waiting times.

Figures published by the NHS for the first time on the number of people attending A&E have shown over 1,000 patients in County Durham and Darlington have long waiting times.

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Over 1,000 people left with long A&E waiting times in County Durham and Darlington

Up to 250,000 NHS appointments and operations in England could be postponed next week as junior doctors will strike for four days after the Easter weekend

Up to 250,000 NHS appointments and operations in England could be postponed next week as junior doctors will strike for four days after the Easter weekend

Junior doctors' strike in England could put up to 250,000 appointments at risk

Up to 250,000 NHS appointments and operations in England could be postponed next week as junior doctors will strike for four days after the Easter weekend

Up to 250,000 NHS appointments and operations in England could be postponed next week as junior doctors will strike for four days after the Easter weekend

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Junior doctors' strike in England could put up to 250,000 appointments at risk

176 flooding incidents at NHS sites were recorded between April 2021 and March 2022.

176 flooding incidents at NHS sites were recorded between April 2021 and March 2022.

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Flooding could become 'major public health issue' for NHS across the UK

Family of 'beautiful' Emily Moore say teen was 'let down' by hospital trust

Teenager Nadia Sharif was 'dragged down a corridor' by North East hospital staff

'She was failed': Shock report sheds light on care of teenager in North East hospital

'She was failed': Shock report sheds light on care of teenager in North East hospital

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'She was failed': Shock report sheds light on care of teenager in North East hospital

University Hospital Hartlepool

University Hospital Hartlepool

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Budget 2023: North East Centre for Excellence bid fails to secure funding

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