By: Helen McArdle, Laura Stroud, Lewis Atkinson
The University of Sunderland welcomed Labour MP for Sunderland Central, Lewis Atkinson, onto campus on Friday 3 October 2025.
Helen McArdle is a Health Correspondent at The Herald. With a focus on mental health, oncology, public health, and patient care, she has extensively reported on the impact of the pandemic on the NHS since 2020. Helen's work has been featured in Yahoo News UK, The Herald Scotland, North East Connected, and Glasgow Times, reflecting her commitment to impactful journalism in the health sector.
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