NHS services

Call 999 in a medical emergency. This is when someone is seriously ill or injured and their life is at risk, for example they, or you, could be having a heart attack or stroke, and every second counts. <SEND>

Anxiety is often described as a feeling of fear or unease - and it's something everyone experiences at times. Feeling anxious is a perfectly natural reaction to some situation​​s.

Information and advice for dealing with child behaviour problems.

Bishopton Lane Dental Practice is predominantly a NHS practice with a wide range of Private options also available.

Our vision is a world free from the fear of heart and circulatory diseases. We raise money to research cures and treatments, so we can beat heartbreak forever. We fund over £100 million of research each year into all heart and circulatory diseases and the things that cause them; heart diseases, stroke, vascular dementia, diabetes; they're all connected, and they're all under our microscope. <SEND>

The North East and North Cumbria Child Health and Wellbeing Network works to bring organisations together to design and deliver joined-up services to provide improved outcomes for children and plans to make a real difference to children's services. <SEND>

The Children's Care Co-ordinator will support you from the point of diagnosis. They will help you get the support and advice at the right time from the health system, the social care system and the education system. <SEND>

Some children and young people under the age of 18 may have very complex health needs. These may be the result of congenital conditions, long-term or life-limiting or life-threatening conditions, disability, or the after-effects of serious illness or injury. Their needs may be so complex, that they cannot be met by the services which are routinely available from GP practices, hospitals or in the community. <SEND>

NHS North East & North Cumbria Integrated Care Board (ICB) commission Children's Paediatric Services from the NHS Foundation Trust. There is a team of doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, health care assistants and specialists in care for children. <SEND>

Speech, language and communication are core life skills. Children and young people need communication skills so they can fulfil their potential in life.

The NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of Paediatric and Community Children's nursing services for the local population. The service offers a range of clinics for children and young people from birth to 18 years old and depending on the clinic, a team of paediatricians, doctors, specialist nurses, speech and language therapists, community nurses or other members of the team are available. <SEND>

A team of specialist nurses provide advice, care and support for people who have bladder and bowel problems. <SEND>

Delirium (sometimes called 'acute confusional state') is a clinical syndrome characterised by disturbance attention, awareness and cognition Delirium has an acute onset and fluctuating course. It is a serious condition that is associated with poorer clinical outcomes including death. Delirium can be prevented and treated if it is detected and managed.

Dementia UK provides specialist dementia support for people of all ages and their families.

Drink Line - The National Alcohol Helpline

The Dynamic Support Register, or Enhanced Care and Support List (ECSL), is a register of people with learning disabilities and/or autism who may need higher input from services and who may be at risk of being admitted to a specialist or mental health hospital. <SEND>

Emotional Health and Resilience Nurse - This offer is part of the 0-19 Growing Healthy Service (Health Visiting / Public Health Nursing) within Stockton on Tees area. <SEND>

It's natural to worry whether your child is getting enough food if they refuse to eat sometimes. But it's perfectly normal for toddlers to refuse to eat or even taste new foods.

Health visitors can give you support, discuss any concerns you might have and offer you advice and where to find help if you need it and put you in touch with groups where you can meet other parents. Any time you feel you need some extra support you can call your health visitor. <SEND>

Healthier Families is the new name for Change 4 Life. We're here to help you be healthier and happier, learn about what's really in the food your family eats and whip up tasty family meals with our easy step-by-step recipes.

Healthier Together is a website and downloadable app that provides accurate and trusted NHS healthcare advice for parents, carers, young people & health professionals. <SEND>

Depending on the circumstances of you and your family, you may be able to get help with health costs.

The North East England Ambulance Service works in partnership with Lion's Club International to help protect people in our communities through the Message in a Bottle scheme.

Across Hartlepool and Stockton-on-Tees we have developed a 'needs led' neurodevelopmental pathway to make sure you and your child are supported as much as possible. <SEND>

Kickstart your health.

Quit smoking with your free Personal Quit Plan <SEND>

Have you or your partner worked in the NHS? Are you retired or about to retire and wondering what might be your next steps?

Screening is a way of finding out if people are at higher risk of a health problem, so that early treatment can be offered or information given to help them make informed decisions.

Stopping smoking is one of the single most beneficial things that you can do for your health.

Our team of specialist physiotherapists, highly specialised podiatrists, and orthopaedic consultant provide a musculoskeletal service for children. We assess, diagnose and treat problems which affect the bones, muscles and joints. You will be referred to us by your GP or allied health professionals, such as a physiotherapist or podiatrist. <SEND>

The Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) offer confidential advice, support, and information on health-related matters. They provide a point of contact for patients, their families, and their carers. You can also find officers from PALS in your local hospital. <SEND>

Primary Care Services provide the first point of contact in the healthcare system, acting as the 'front door' of the NHS. Primary Care Services includes general practice, practice nurses, community pharmacy, dental, and optometry (eye health) services. <SEND>

At Queensway Dental Clinic, your oral health and comfort come first. So over the last several decades, we've gathered a team of dentists who agree. Combining their extensive experience and the use of our cutting-edge technology, find out how we're the best choice for you. <SEND>

The Regional Communication Aid Service is based at Walkergate Park, Newcastle upon Tyne and is a specialist Electronic Assistive Technology Service. The service aims to improve the independence of people of all ages who experience severe communication difficulties through the provision of specialised services for Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) Aids. <SEND>

Sleep problems are common, and the reasons we struggle to sleep are likely to change throughout our lives, for instance, illness, work or having a baby are possible causes. <SEND>

Comprehensive Paediatric Audiology Service. The audiology department is concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of hearing loss, tinnitus and balance disorders. <SEND>

Working together with children and young people with a learning disability, autism or both and their parents, carers and families, to take measurable steps to ensure that children and young people only receive medication that effectively improves their lives. <SEND>

STOMP stands for stopping over medication of people with a learning disability, autism or both with psychotropic medicines. It is a national project involving many different organisations which are helping to stop the over use of these medicines. STOMP is about helping people to stay well and have a good quality of life. <SEND>

A stroke is a serious life-threatening medical condition that happens when the blood supply to part of the brain is cut off.

The Sunflower Sensory Service is delivered by experienced members of the Paediatric Occupational Therapy team. They provide a series of three friendly and interactive workshops called Sunflower Parent Training. <SEND>

The Little Orange Book is a great resource and covers everything from common minor ailments like teething, constipation, and colds, through to more serious conditions like urinary tract infections and wheezy chests. <SEND>

This national programme is about improving health and care services so more people with learning disabilities can have the same opportunities as anyone else and have the right support available. <SEND>

The Wellbeing Hub, based in Wellington Square, is a one-stop shop for advice, guidance and support relating to any wellbeing issues.

Toxic shock syndrome (TSS) is a rare but life-threatening condition caused by bacteria getting into the body and releasing harmful toxins.

The Transport Information Service provides a central contact number for patients across Teesside and Hartlepool, who can't get to a hospital or clinic appointment by public transport or car and need transport from Patient Transport Services.

Many people have Type 2 diabetes without realising. This is because its symptoms do not necessarily make you feel unwell.

The University Hospital of North Tees is located in Hardwick. <SEND>

Zoë's Place is a registered Charity providing palliative, respite, and end of life care to babies and infants aged from birth to five years with life-limiting or life-threatening conditions. Care is provided in a caring, safe, home from home environment known as Zoë's Place Baby Hospices. During the time that the child stays with us, we provide various therapies to try and improve quality of life. <SEND>