Health Services
Welcome to the Health Services! Here, you can access essential information and services related to your physical health and medical needs in North Tyneside. Here's what you'll find in this category:
Specialist Care: Explore information about specialists and healthcare facilities for specific medical conditions or concerns.
Healthcare Events: Stay updated on health-related workshops, health fairs, and events in your community.
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Cancer care
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Bowel Cancer Screening
Bowel cancer is the 4th most common type of cancer. Screening can help find it at an early stage when it's easier to treat. If you are aged between 60 and 74 you are eligible for bowel cancer screening every two years.* You will receive a kit in the post for you to complete in the comfort of your own home. The testing kit will come with full ins… >
Cancer information and support
Being diagnosed with cancer can be a very difficult time for you and your family. We are here to help and support you throughout your initial diagnosis, during treatment and to your follow up care. Our Living with & Beyond Cancer webpage has information that you may need during your own cancer journey. It includes information on our trust’s cance… >
Counselling for Cancer Support
We support anyone who is affected by cancer. Whether you are a family, friend, carer or work colleague, cancer affects many more people than just the patient. Our counselling services are here to help you. >
Auricular Acupuncture
We deliver auricular acupuncture for all symptoms including hot fulshes, pain relief, sleep improvement, anxiety, stress. Tiny needles are placed into the outer area of the ear for around 45 minutes. The treatment is based on the idea that the ear is a reflection of the whole body. >