Clare Louise

Communications Manager working in the NHS, ex Great Run Company. Musings are my own, ideas often not.

[Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust @Gateshead_NHS]

🎉 Gateshead Health's maternity department has excelled in the Maternity Survey, making us one of the best in England! Our staff's dedication to exceptional care resulted in overwhelmingly positive feedback, showing our continuous improvement.

More 👉 https://t.co/BGlvbIhfAR

[Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust @Gateshead_NHS]

On World Cancer Day, Sharon Denise Clark our Colposcopy Lead and Nurse Specialist spoke to BBC Radio Newcastle about cervical screening services at Gateshead Health. @SharonDClark @gillyhope1 @BBCNEandCumbria

Listen to the interview 👇

https://t.co/jUhjlzTKnz

[Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust @Gateshead_NHS]

⚠️The Met Office has upgraded its weather warning to the amber level

Very strong winds are expected across the North East from Sunday evening into Monday.

If you think this will affect your travel to your appointment please contact us as soon as possible 0191 482 0000 📞

[Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust @Gateshead_NHS]

Have you had your flu and Covid vaccines?💉

Getting vaccinated keeps you, your family and patients safe. Watch this short myth busting video to know the facts about getting your vaccine!

#GetTheJabDone

[Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust @Gateshead_NHS]

Feeling unwell? Choosing the right NHS service can help get you the best advice - and often more quickly too.

Use NHS111 online 24/7 to get assessed and directed to the right place for you.

[Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust @Gateshead_NHS]

Brrr, it's freezing outside! ❄️ Please be cautious and watch out for slippery icy surfaces to avoid any falls or injuries. Rosie, a Physiotherapist with Gateshead Health, shares her top tip for staying safe this winter season - always stay aware of your surroundings 🥶

[Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust @Gateshead_NHS]

It is crucial to keep your vaccinations up-to-date throughout the winter months, especially if you are an expecting mum-to-be 👶 Karen, the Lead Midwife for Risk, Safety and Quality at Gateshead Health, has valuable advice for keeping you and your baby warm and safe this winter

[Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust @Gateshead_NHS]

The Queen Elizabeth Hospital had its “acting” debut this weekend as a location for @ITV Vera.

Did you watch it? Did you recognise any of the departments?

[Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust @Gateshead_NHS]

Anyone watching @ITV ’s Vera, look closely in the café scenes 🔍 and you might catch a cameo from our own @davies_trudie

How long before Hollywood comes calling?

[Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust @Gateshead_NHS]

Will you be watching Vera at 8pm on @ITV this evening? 👀

If you’ve ever been to Gateshead Health make sure you tune in you might see some familiar locations 🕵️‍♀️

Tell us if you recognise any parts of our hospitals!

[Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust @Gateshead_NHS]

It takes a range of people, doing different roles to keep our services running over Christmas.

Meet some of the people who will be ensuring our patients get the best possible care on Christmas day.💙 #TeamGateshead

https://t.co/UUe4n2Bhv5

[Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust @Gateshead_NHS]

Boosting women's health across the North East and North Cumbria.

Find out more about the work underway to bolster the efforts in tackling women’s health across the region.

https://t.co/0bOaHW9T9S

[Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust @Gateshead_NHS]

Our services are significantly affected by industrial action by junior doctors.

People with urgent or life-threatening issues will always be prioritised and those with non-urgent needs should expect long waits.

[Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust @Gateshead_NHS]

❗ STRIKE ACTION ❗

During the strike we have fewer doctors available, but our urgent treatment centre in Blaydon is still here for anyone who needs it. You may have to wait longer if your condition is not urgent.

Please consider using NHS111 first ➡️ https://t.co/xaebz8aQX3

[Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust @Gateshead_NHS]

Please keep accident and emergency free for life threatening emergencies during strike action 🚨

If your condition is not life threatening, you may have a long wait. You may also be asked to use another NHS service, or to come back on a different day.

https://t.co/7c1EHFCHye

[Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust @Gateshead_NHS]

Accident and Emergency a fast-paced environment and the reception team plays a key role in the running of the department.

Rebecca Barley has shared an insight into her day-to-day role in the busy emergency department at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital.

https://t.co/DrvIlQZo8Q

[Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust @Gateshead_NHS]

From 7am 20 July to 7am 22 July our services will be severely affected by strike action.

Please only come to accident and emergency if you need urgent medical help. Continue to attend GP appointments unless you are contacted to say otherwise.

https://t.co/TebDDXAoQH

[Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust @Gateshead_NHS]

Help us to mark the 75th anniversary of the NHS and the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Gateshead. 

We’d like your photos, stories any memories of the QE over the years to share at our open day, in social media or news stories. 

Complete the form online 👉🏼 https://t.co/85MnwfnBwk

[Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust @Gateshead_NHS]

NHS leaders are asking the public to only call 999 for an ambulance or attend A&E for life-threatening conditions or injuries only during strike action which begins at 7am on Wednesday 14 June through to 7am on Saturday 17 June.

Find out more https://t.co/bESLSfd0Af

[Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust @Gateshead_NHS]

From 7am 14 June to 7am 17 June our services will be affected due to strike action.

Please help us to provide care to those who need it most by:
- using NHS 111 online for advice and non-emergency help
- only calling 999 or coming to A&E in a life threatening emergency.