Our Communications team issues many press releases to the media to keep them informed about what is happening at the Trust. Our press releases and news items are listed below, click on the links for more details.
Tributes paid to inspiring and passionate Nurse
30 November 2023
Friends and family have paid tribute to a courageous Wolverhampton Nurse who vowed to live life to the full in the face of a lengthy cancer battle.
Chief AHP's blog
30 November 2023
For my blog this month, I want to turn the spotlight on Charlotte Colesby, who I was delighted to appoint as our new interim Deputy Chief Allied Health Professional (AHP) until March 2024.
Hey Jude! Patient surprises staff by walking again
30 November 2023
“Seeing Jude walk into my office was genuinely one of the highlights of my career.”
Karen Davies, Consultant Paediatrician at The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust (RWT), was thrilled to see former patient Jude Aston.
The Grinch spreads Christmas cheer
29 November 2023
Insults were hurled, raspberries were blown and hugs aplenty were given but most of all lots of laughs rang out as The Grinch spread some Christmas cheer to children in Wolverhampton.
More shortlist success for Trust’s PCN
28 November 2023
Two awards are in the sights of The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust’s Primary Care Network (PCN) which has been shortlisted for its work with asylum seekers and care home residents.
PCN fundraises for Trust’s Dementia Unit
28 November 2023
A fundraising event to raise awareness brought in a grand total of £1,843 for The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust’s (RWT) Dementia Unit.
Specialist passport introduced to improve patient care
28 November 2023
A new healthcare passport is being launched for Wolverhampton catheter users as part of an effort to combat complications.
RWT Christmas lights switch-on 2023
28 November 2023
It’s beginning to look a lot like… The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust’s (RWT) Christmas lights switch-on!
Amber nets a near £1,500 for charity
24 November 2023
A courageous Nurse who suffered life-threatening injuries in a near fatal car crash has raised almost £1,500 for Wolverhampton’s West Park Rehabilitation Hospital.
Mohs Centre receives £50,000 donation
23 November 2023
Kind-hearted former Goodyear workers have donated £50,000 for machines to help skin cancer patients in the Black Country.
First conference for medics well attended
23 November 2023
More than 100 people attended the first conference set up for Black Country medical professionals which is now set to become an annual event due to its success.
International nurses celebrated in reunion
21 November 2023
Wolverhampton’s international Nurses were told healthcare leaders must go the extra mile to support them because of their commitment to come and work here following the first official reunion in their honour.
#JoinUsInBC say friendly teams
21 November 2023
Staff from Maternity and Neonatal Teams across the Black Country have been sharing their career journeys and highlights ahead of an ever-growing recruitment event. #JoinUsInBC.
Happy 10th birthday Acute Oncology Service
17 November 2023
An award-winning cancer service in Wolverhampton is celebrating its 10th anniversary – having cared for 13,000 patients and quadrupled its size into a seven-day operation.
National award for "unsung hero" Ray
17 November 2023
An "unsung hero" who has devoted nearly three decades towards transforming thousands of patients’ lives by building new limbs for them has been recognised with a national award.
"Most Innovative Nurse" Emily is just champion
17 November 2023
An “inspirational healthcare leader” has won a national award for promoting a digital app which has been used by more than 750 patients.
RWT to host new NIHR Regional Research Delivery Network
15 November 2023
A new network to support vital health and social care research across England will be established, it has been announced, with The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust (RWT) “proud” to be chosen as the West Midlands host organisation.
Out of hours team upskill to improve patient care
15 November 2023
A team of out of hours Nurses has expanded its skill set to improve patient care at The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust.
Amanda hits target to win prestigious award
13 November 2023
A dedicated senior Nurse and county archer who has provided “outstanding” mentoring to new international colleagues has hit the bull’s eye with a prestigious award.
Winter protection for Black Country mums-to-be
10 November 2023
Pregnant women are being encouraged to take up their free flu and autumn COVID-19 vaccines being offered across the Black Country to protect themselves and their babies ahead of winter.
Two Trust judges have talent
9 November 2023
Two judges in the first joint talent show for healthcare workers have urged staff to show off their skills – with one taking the lead as a ‘pretend Proclaimer’ in a previous life!
Trust's Talent judges well placed
8 November 2023
Judges Dr Esther Waterhouse and Garry Perry are well placed to assess this year’s hopefuls in a joint Black Country Trust’s Got Talent contest – having appeared in front of audiences themselves.
Heart patient makes second charity donation
6 November 2023
A retired bookmaker who says he owes his life to a Wolverhampton Consultant has made a second charitable donation to the unit where he was treated – totalling almost £3,000 to date.
Passionate team goes above and beyond
3 November 2023
Staff who make up a passionate Colorectal Team that supports Wolverhampton patients have donned their walking shoes for charity.
Plaque unveiled to commemorate NHS workers' legacy
3 November 2023
A blue plaque which celebrates the legacy and care of Wolverhampton NHS staff has been unveiled to coincide with the 75th year of the NHS.
Growing the Black Country Maternity family
2 November 2023
Support Workers who are interested in joining Maternity Services to support families across the Black Country can find out more about a tailored apprenticeship programme at a recruitment event coming up this month.
Hundreds more to take up cancer screening offer
2 November 2023
A novel approach to increasing uptake of cancer screening has helped encourage hundreds of people across Wolverhampton to attend appointments.
Kiran helps patient’s wedding wish
2 November 2023
Getting to the church on time took on a whole new meaning when a compassionate Pharmacist enabled a patient to attend his grandson’s wedding before returning to hospital.
Latest graduates praise District Nurses’ boot camp
1 November 2023
A bootcamp for budding District Nurses in Wolverhampton has celebrated its first anniversary with its largest intake yet – 16 new recruits.
Pioneering treatment reduces baby’s hospital stay
1 November 2023
A baby boy has become the first to receive a pioneering long-term home phototherapy treatment thanks to a Wolverhampton community Neonatal Team.
Study to help patients manage their underactive thyroid
1 November 2023
People with an underactive thyroid are being sought by a Black Country scientist who is leading a research study to try to improve patients’ and Doctors’ experiences of monitoring the condition.
