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More than 2,700 excess deaths estimated during May and June heatwaves
North East Weather
Almost 3,000 people are estimated to have died this summer so far due to the hot weather.
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'Hidden tragedy' sees North East prisoners face highest chance of dying due to drugs when they are released
Charity
A new report highlights the danger of drug misuse in those recently released from prison
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'I didn't have any prospects' - Gateshead woman on overcoming addiction and transforming her life
Mental Health
'I didn't have a life" - that's what Faye Robson told ChronicleLive about living with addiction
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Tyneside mum thanks 'exceptional' charity for support as son, 8, continues rare leukaemia fight
Wallsend
Arthur Salters-Hoult, 8, continues to require intensive cancer care - but during his illness the Rainbow Trust charity has proved a lifeline
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Freeman Hospital patient says 'lifesaver' heart pump has given him decade of life
Freeman Hospital Newcastle
Stuart Hind said his LVAD device had been a literal lifesaver
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North East mum's new app to support SEND parents is inspired by 'most painful' moments
Sunderland
Two parents have created the app designed to help others
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NHS 'busiest ever' warning as hot weather combines with World Cup to see record numbers at A&E
NHS
Bosses highlighted how busy the NHS has been during the summer so far
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New Sunderland NHS emergency department set to open - key details
Sunderland City Centre
Sunderland's new eye emergency department is set to kick start the opening of the new Sunderland Specialist Eye Hospital.
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New rules could put vapes in plain packaging and out of sight in shops
Health
The consultation could mean major changes to vape regulations across the UK
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NHS explains how to lower cholesterol without taking statins
NHS
The NHS has shared guidance on how you may be able to lower your cholesterol levels through lifestyle changes
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What children are talking to AI about as parents call for ban
Health
Young people are turning to AI for advice about their problems
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Blue Badge holders advised 'you could be called for interview' in Tuesday alert
Disability
MIllions of people across the UK have a Blue Badge parking permit but they have now been issued a warning
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Blind woman told to leave North East Wetherspoon pub as she didn't have ID card for dog
Hartlepool
Joanne says she was approached by a staff member after sitting down with her dog Rosie
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Drivers urged to tell DVLA if they have one of 189 conditions - full list
Health
Drivers could be fined if they fail to notify the DVLA of certain health conditions
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'Remote control' implant gives Newcastle woman her life back after years in 'unbearable pain'
Royal Victoria Infirmary Newcastle
Sam Naylor said that the ReActiv8 back implant has given her hope that she can live a life unburdened by chronic pain
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Newcastle mum-of-four was told she wouldn't live to see 40 unless she made drastic lifestyle change
Newcastle upon Tyne
The academic researcher has spoken about how her relationship with alcohol could have killed her
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Neuroscientist says 'don't dry sheets outdoors' as UK 35C temperatures forecast
Health
It's particularly important to around 16million people in the UK
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Collapsed high street chain reopening 17 new stores with 'more to come' - full list
Shopping
The chain has announced it will reopen store at 17 locations with the first opening to customers in July
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What actually works for a hangover - reach for water and lemon
Health
Toast and eggs could be your best breakfast choice
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Top North East doctor highlights new hub tackling rising burnout in healthcare workers
NHS
Dr Richard Duggins is an expert on burnout - and leading the battle to protect our health and care workers.
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Atorvastatin warning as NHS issues advice on 'serious' side effects
NHS
Atorvastatin is a type of statin that is used to lower cholesterol in the blood - but the NHS has issued advice to those taking the medication about side effects and drug interactions to be aware of
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Gym makes 'wild' decision affecting all women born after 2002
Health
A UK gym has sparked outrage after allegedly restricting its ladies-only gym to women aged 12 to 24
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Newcastle mum pays tribute to 'vital' hospice lifeline that helps care for her daughter
St Oswald's Hospice
Jill Davidson said the support St Oswald's Hospice give daughter Lucy is an incredible help to their whole family
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GP warns illegal tanning method is dangerous and causes diarrhoea
Health
Side effects include everything from nausea and headaches to a greater risk of cancer
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