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Statement from the North East and Cumbria Urgent and Emergency Care Network

Statement from Dr Stewart Findlay, Co-chair of the North East and Cumbria Urgent and Emergency Care Network, which represents all NHS organisations.

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Region’s NHS appeals to public to stay away from hospital if you have flu-like symptoms

As flu arrives with a vengeance, the NHS in the North East and North Cumbria is appealing to people with flu-like symptoms to stay away from hospitals in the region. Emergency departments and 999 services across the North East and North Cumbria are already extremely busy with the colder weather affecting people with long-term health conditions and the over 65s in particular.

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​Healthcare Group plans overseas recruitment drive for registered nurses in 2018

Health bosses at the South Tyneside and Sunderland Healthcare Group are planning a New Year recruitment drive in the Philippines following the long-term success of recruiting Filipino nurses for over a decade in Sunderland.

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NHS plea to use 999 and A&E responsibly

The NHS is urging people to only dial 999 or attend A&E for emergency or life-threatening health conditions over the festive period.

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​​North East Energency Departments under pressure as winter bites

​NHS providers across the region ask for residents’ support and encourage them to access alternative services where possible

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