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Survivor urges Black men to break taboos around prostate cancer

Survivor urges Black men to break taboos around prostate cancer

16 April 2026

A Wolverhampton prostate cancer survivor who lost all three of his brothers to the disease will be a special guest at a conference raising awareness of the condition. Simeon Greene, 60, believes a reluctance to talk about cancer meant his brothers never shared their diagnoses until he revealed his own. He has since researched his […].. Read the full article

Karen’s added retirement to her plans

Karen’s added retirement to her plans

2 April 2026

Retiree and TV show contestant Karen Durkin has balanced the books for one last time, following 45 years’ service at The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust (RWT). Upon spotting a job advert in the local paper, the then 20-year-old successfully interviewed for a position in RWT’s Payroll Department... Read the full article

“Be positive, get checked” – Martin’s cancer plea

“Be positive, get checked” – Martin’s cancer plea

31 March 2026

A Wolverhampton man has shared his prostate cancer story to raise awareness of the signs and symptoms of the disease. Martin Hodkinson, 65, from Wolverhampton, was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2017. In 2018, surgeons removed the majority of the cancer, and he has been closely monitored ever since. Due to the nature of his […].. Read the full article

Deteriorating patient focus continues

Deteriorating patient focus continues

30 March 2026

Wellness Rounds which have seen deteriorating patient numbers fall in pilot schemes across Walsall Manor and New Cross Hospitals as part of the Martha’s Rule initiative, are being rolled out fully from today (Monday 30 March)... Read the full article

Research facility upgrade

Research facility upgrade

27 March 2026

A new £1.5 million research facility will be established at New Cross Hospital, delivering high-quality, cutting-edge research for the region. The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust has been awarded £1.5 million from the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) through its Capital Investment Programme. This significant investment will support an ambitious programme to refurbish […].. Read the full article