How local health services are organised
Who delivers health services in South Tyneside
Health services are provided by a range of different services.
The NHS offers a wide range of health services which are free at the point of access and aim to put patients and their families first.
There are a number of different organisations that make up and support the NHS.
The Department of Health and Social Care is responsible for government policy on health and adult social care, and oversees the NHS.
Services are also provided by voluntary organisations, charities, and the private sector (services that you pay for).
GPs, pharmacies, dentists and opticians
These are sometimes known as 'first point of contact' or 'primary care' or 'general practice' services.
South Tyneside and Sunderland Foundation Trust
The South Tyneside and Sunderland Foundation Trust provides services such as therapies, paediatrics and the Lifecycle Mental Health Service.
Cumbria Northumberland Tyne and Wear Foundation Trust
The Cumbria Northumberland Tyne and Wear Foundation Trust provides the Children and Young Peoples Service (CYPS), including specialist children's mental health services, and autism and ADHD diagnosis.