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Dr Mark Shipley has been appointed as Professor of Clinical Medical Education at the University of Sunderland.

"Help stop the spread!" is the message from the NHS in North East and North Cumbria. This plea comes as the region’s health services are reporting extra pressure as common as winter illnesses, such as flu and norovirus, spread through our communities.

The countdown to Christmas is on, with NHS leaders calling for people to make sure they don’t give their loved ones flu or any other winter bugs, this festive time.

Families can be reassured of excellent maternity care from South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust following the results of a national patient satisfaction survey published today.

Teamwork makes the dream work – that’s been the key to help a team achieve a glowing inspection of the care it offers patients.