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Health and wellbeing event to help cancer patients to enjoy life to the full

People living with cancer in South Tyneside are being invited to attend a health and wellbeing event, aimed at helping them to enjoy the best quality of life following diagnosis and treatment.

Valentine’s treats help Sunderland Royal patients feel the love

Patients at Sunderland Royal felt the love this week, when they were presented with a surprise Valentine’s afternoon tea prepared by the catering staff from CHoICE facilities services.

Local nurse chosen to champion research to improve patient care

A nurse from South Tyneside and City Hospitals Sunderland NHS Foundation Trusts’ research team is one of a select band of 70 chosen from all over the country to champion research and innovation to drive improvements in future patient care.

Research by South Tyneside and Sunderland kidney expert brings hope to patients with inherited kidney diseases

A leading UK kidney consultant working with South Tyneside and City Hospitals Sunderland NHS Foundation Trusts has been instrumental in a breakthrough by Newcastle University researchers which is paving the way for genetic therapies for inherited kidney diseases.

Passport to more support for carers of South Tyneside and Sunderland hospital patients

South Tyneside and Sunderland hospitals are aiming to give carers even more support to enable them to get involved in all aspects of their loved ones’ treatment and care, with the introduction of a Carer Passport.