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Sunderland Mum Urges Sun Safety After Daughter Helps Catch Her Cancer Early
A Sunderland mum who was diagnosed with skin cancer and credits her daughter for saving her life, is urging people to enjoy the sun safely this summer. As the sunny weather continues Kelly Laws, 36, is joining forces with Cancer Research UK and NIVEA SUN to share advice and tips...
Online Sessions Helping To Boost Morale Approaching University Mental Health Day On March 4th
“I think when the world feels so chaotic and uncertain, taking that time out for yourself to exercise has such a huge impact on your mental wellbeing, for boosting your spirit and your mood, and just helping you to cope.” That is the message from 21-year-old Team Sunderland Netball President...
Join Cancer Research UK in Roker for Free Cancer Awareness Sessions
CANCER Research UK nurses are visiting Roker next week to help people spot the signs and symptoms of cancer and learn how to reduce their risk of the disease. The Cancer Research UK Cancer Awareness Roadshow 2024 will be visiting Marine Walk on Wednesday July 17th between 10am and 4pm...
HIV Testing Week

HIV Testing Week

LANDMARKS across Sunderland are being lit up this weekend to raise awareness of HIV Testing Week, which takes place 7 – 13 February. Northern Spire bridge, Keel Square, Fulwell Mill, Seaburn Lighthouse, Hylton Castle and the Beacon of Light are among the landmarks and lighting features being lit up in...
Ever since smoking in pubs was banned throughout the UK in 2007, smokers have largely been regarded as social pariahs. Fans of nicotine have been forced to huddle outside, even on the coldest of winter days, enduring the judgemental stares of passersby, horrific warning labels, and increasing anxiety about...
Several vegan dishes displayed on a table
Yesterday was World Vegan Day and – according to one north-east academic – we should all consider making every day of our lives free from animal products. Vegan diets are entirely based on plant foods – which means that vegans consume no meat; eggs; cheese, milk or other dairy products;...
Foster with North East Celebrates First Carers and 500 Enquiries Milestone
ENGLAND'S pilot fostering recruitment hub, Foster with North East is celebrating the approval of its first foster carers and reaching 500 enquiries. There has been a national decline in foster carers since 2018 with the North East suffering the biggest loss of carers in England. The region currently has 1,500...
Empowering Local Economy: Sunderland's Gift Card Scheme's 86% Surge in 2023
In 2023, enterprises in Sunderland experienced a substantial upsurge, courtesy of the continuous triumph of the city's gift card scheme. Since its launch in 2020 by Sunderland BID the card has created sales of more than £265,000 for companies operating across retail, hospitality and leisure. And 2023 has proven to be...
Book Your Booster Now To Help Stay Safe This Christmas
SUNDERLAND'S Director of Public Health is calling on everyone to book their booster now to help keep themselves and their families safe this Christmas. Gerry Taylor, Director of Public Health at Sunderland City Council also urged people to do simple things like wearing a face covering, meeting outdoors where they...
VisitEngland Applauds Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens for Excellence
SUNDERLAND MUSEUM & WINTER GARDENS has been bestowed with a radiant review by the nation's official tourism authority, VisitEngland. The much-loved visitor attraction is praised for 'consistently high standards of customer service' as well as its 'diverse and comprehensive collection' and 'superb gift shop' in its latest VisitEngland report. It also...

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