Important changes

 From Wednesday 4 August, children’s A&E services at South Tyneside District Hospital will change to South Tyneside Urgent Care for Children.

This is a new nurse-led service open from 8am-10pm, 7 days a week.

The expert children’s nursing team at South Tyneside District Hospital will continue treat children from birth up to 16 years for a range of injuries and illnesses which are urgent but not life threatening.

For example:

• Broken bones
• Children who have breathing problems such as asthma
• Common childhood infections in the chest, ears or throat
• Children who are being sick or have diarrhoea
• Cuts and open wounds that need closing
• Minor burns
• Minor bumps or head injuries
• Sprained ankles or strained muscles.

 If you are worried about your child you should call NHS111 for urgent medical advice. In a life threatening emergency call 999.

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Please click the link below to access the information leaflet

http://Paeds_Leaflet.pdf

The Covid-19 vaccine is the best protection against the virus. Every vaccination gives us hope – helping us back to a more normal way of life.  To book your Vaccine please visit this link:  https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/coronavirus-vaccination/book-coronavirus-vaccination/

For anyone living or working in South Tyneside who have not yet accessed the vaccine or still require their second dose the 3 Vaccine hubs below are offering weekly drop in clinics so no need to make an appointment.  The drop in times are:

• The Glen – Tuesday 3-6pm
• Cleadon park – Thursday 3-6pm
• Flagg Court – Saturday 3-6pm

All adults aged between 18 and 49 are now being prioritised for the Covid-19 vaccine. The NHS is urging everyone to be cautious of misinformation and use trusted sources to answer any questions. For more information, visit www.nhs.uk/covidvaccine

Please click the link to view a questions and answers factsheet

2021.05.12_Vaccines_QA_Factsheet_A4_Web.pdf