New alcohol toolkit for primary care |
A new alcohol toolkit for primary care is now available, bringing together practical resources, guidance, training and support to help healthcare professionals confidently identify and respond to alcohol-related harm. Explore the free toolkit, access learning opportunities and watch a recent Lunch & Learn recording to see how it can support your practice. |
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Leading system-level change |
What does effective system leadership look like in practice? Colleagues from across the North East and North Cumbria recently explored insights from the Northern Triangle’s latest research on leading change across complex systems. Watch the recording to discover key learning, reflect on the future of our learning community, and help shape what comes next. |
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A new chapter for advance care planning |
The Deciding Right programme has been relaunched across North East and North Cumbria, introducing updated advance care planning resources and new digital care planning templates. Explore the learning available and join colleagues at the Celebrate, Share and Inspire event on 15 September to share innovation and good practice. |
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Helping more people access support |
Do you work or volunteer in health, social care or the VCSE sector? Join a free online information session on 19 August to discover the confidential services available through the Staff Health and Wellbeing Hub. Learn how the Hub can support your wellbeing, help you connect colleagues with valuable support, and promote healthier, more resilient workplaces. |
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Sunderland Health Bus tackles health inequalities |
A pioneering Health Bus in Sunderland is bringing healthcare directly to people experiencing homelessness and substance use disorders. With 96% of patients rating the service positively, the pilot has improved access to care, reduced barriers and secured funding for a permanent service. Read the full evaluation and findings. |
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What mobilising WorkWell taught us |
What does it take to commission and mobilise a major programme at pace? In this recent Lunch & Learn, Hamdi Hamzah shared lessons from the WorkWell programme, exploring how research and evaluation can rapidly capture learning, inform decision-making and support effective strategic commissioning across health and care systems. |
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New development opportunities from the Leadership Academy |
Looking to grow your leadership skills? The North East and Yorkshire Leadership Academy has opened applications for a range of development opportunities, including the Rosalind Franklin Programme, Introduction to Leadership and Management, and Foundations of Applied Systems Thinking. Explore and learn to lead with impact. |
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Increasing referrals to the National Diabetes Prevention Programme |
Want to help more people reduce their risk of Type 2 diabetes? This Connect & Learn recording explores how primary care teams can boost referrals to the National Diabetes Prevention Programme. Discover practical tips, a successful PCN case study, and ways to improve patient engagement, referral rates and retention. |
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Dietitians lead the way in reducing plastic waste |
A North Cumbria initiative is proving that small changes can make a big difference. By switching to reusable feeding bottles, dietitians, patients and carers have achieved an 83% reduction in single-use plastics, improving sustainability, reducing waste, delivering cost savings, and making life easier for families relying on home enteral feeding. |
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Learn more about Inherited Cardiac Conditions |
Mark World Heart Day by joining a free Inherited Cardiac Conditions Lunch and Learn on 29 September in Durham. Hear from expert clinicians, explore the impact of inherited heart conditions on patients and families, and connect with healthcare professionals from across the region in this valuable learning and networking opportunity. |
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Mindfulness Based Living – access the 8-week course |
Looking for a practical way to reduce stress and improve wellbeing? Health and care staff across North East and North Cumbria can access a free Mindfulness Based Living Course. Combining guided learning, daily practice and reflection, the programme helps build resilience, self-compassion and healthier ways of coping at work and beyond. |
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New NHS Leadership and Management Framework launched |
The NHS has launched its first national Leadership and Management Framework, alongside new staff standards and a leadership code. Designed for clinical and non-clinical colleagues at every career stage, it provides a clear roadmap for leadership development. Explore the framework and reflect on your own leadership journey. |
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Poverty Awareness Training
Could poverty be impacting the people you support? Join a free one-hour Poverty Awareness session from Children North East to explore the realities of poverty, its impact on health, and how stigma and unconscious bias can affect access to care. Open to all health and care colleagues, with multiple dates available. |
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Making Every Contact Count Training
3 August 2026, 9:00am - 11:00am, Middlefield Centre (TS19 8PE)
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The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training: Tier 2 In-person Session (NHS trust and primary care staff only)
3 August 2026, 9:30am - 4:30pm, Tandem Conference Centre (DL1 4PJ)
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The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training: Tier 1 Online Session (NHS trust and primary care staff only)
4 August 2026, 10:30am - 11:30am, Online
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MECC Train the Trainer
4 August 2026, 1:00pm - 4:30pm, Town Hall (DL1 5QT)
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Poverty Awareness Training
11 August 2026, 12:00pm - 1:00pm, Online
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Health Literacy: Speaking Skills
24 August 2026, 1:00pm - 2:00pm, Online
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Health Literacy: What it is and Why it Matters
26 August 2026, 1:00pm - 2:00pm, Online
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Health Literacy: How to Write Simply
26 August 2026, 2:30pm - 3:30pm, Online
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NO CHOICE CARING™ - Surviving the Life You Didn't Plan For
8 September 2026, 10:00am - 12:30pm or 1:30pm- 4:00pm, Health Innovation NENC (NE1 4WH)
Poverty Proofing Healthcare: Stigma and Unconscious Bias Training
17 September 2026, 12:00pm - 1:00pm, Online
Writing for Health Literacy: Beyond the Basics
21 September 2026, 9:30am - 1:00pm, Health Innovation NENC (NE1 4WH)
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MECC Talking Money and Wellbeing
24 September 2026, 10:00am - 12:00pm, City Hall Committee Room 2 (SR1 3AA)
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Introduction to Designing and Carrying out an Evaluation
13 October 2026, 10:00am - 12:00pm, Online
Health Literacy – Train the Trainer
15 October 2026, 10:00am - 3:00pm, Health Innovation NENC (NE1 4WH)
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