News

April 2024

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.

Latest News: Triathlon challenge to raise money for exceptional unit

Triathlon challenge to raise money for exceptional unit

30 April 2024
A father of three is taking part in four gruelling triathlons to raise funds for an ‘exceptional’ Wolverhampton Neonatal department.


Latest News: Black Country Local Maternity and Neonatal System

Recruiting the best for the Black Country

30 April 2024
The Black Country Local Maternity and Neonatal System (BCLMNS) recruitment event is being held on 21 May to show Band 5 Midwives the opportunities across Wolverhampton, Walsall, Dudley and Sandwell.


Latest News: Chief AHP - Ros Leslie

Chief AHP's blog

30 April 2024
In this month’s blog I am shining the spotlight on the invaluable contributions of our AHPs in shaping a greener NHS.


Latest News: Know your risk of heart failure

Know your risk of heart failure

29 April 2024
Health and care staff from across the Black Country are raising awareness of the signs and symptoms of heart failure as part of this year’s Heart Failure Awareness (HFA) Week.


Latest News: Prioritising support for Black Country Midwives

Prioritising support for Black Country Midwives

29 April 2024
Newly qualified Midwives working across the Black Country will now be given structured support for up to 18 months in their first role.


Latest News: Pop-up spring COVID-19 vaccination clinics in the Black Country

Pop-up spring COVID-19 vaccination clinics in the Black Country

26 April 2024
Pop-up clinics have been set up in the Black Country to encourage eligible people to come forward for a spring COVID-19 vaccine.


Latest News: Six sign up for latest boot camp

Six sign up for latest boot camp

25 April 2024
A super six group of healthcare professionals have signed up for the latest community boot camp to nurture new District Nurses.


Latest News: Pregnant women urged to get the whooping cough vaccine

Pregnant women urged to get the whooping cough vaccine

23 April 2024
With cases of whooping cough increasing across the Black Country, pregnant women are being encouraged to come forward for a vaccination.


Latest News: Chris Scordis and Paul Boden

Black Country duo first in new accredited role

23 April 2024
Two senior healthcare professionals who rehabilitate heart patients have become the first in the Black Country to be accredited by a national organisation in their field.


Latest News: Shelley Rose (left) and Susan Whitehouse with their certificates

Trust quintet recognised

19 April 2024
Five senior Wolverhampton healthcare professionals who work with sick babies and children have been recognised for their dedication by a regional body.


Latest News: Vaisakhi celebrations at RWT

Celebration event to mark Vaisakhi

19 April 2024
Staff and patients joined in colourful celebrations to mark Vaisakhi at Walsall Manor and New Cross Hospitals.


Latest News: Fab four’s pride at running total

Fab four’s pride at running total

18 April 2024
Wolverhampton NHS colleagues have raised more than £3000 to improve patients’ experience after taking on a half marathon.


Latest News: Shirley Spencer-Brown Retirement Party

Retiring Midwife says it has been a real privilege

17 April 2024
A Wolverhampton Midwife, retiring after almost 30 years in the NHS, says it has been “a real privilege” to look after families during one of the most special moments of their lives.


Latest News: Chief Medical Officer’s Blog - Dr Brian McKaig

Chief Medical Officer’s blog

17 April 2024
For my latest blog I want to address a topical issue and new legislation which everyone should be aware of – Martha’s Rule.


Latest News: Cancer Nurses praised for outstanding care

Cancer Nurses praised for outstanding care

16 April 2024
Cancer Nurses in Walsall and Wolverhampton were praised for their outstanding care at a specialist day celebrating their roles.


Latest News: Generous donation for breast cancer patients

Generous donation for breast cancer patients

10 April 2024
Patients who have breast surgery requiring post operative drains at Wolverhampton’s New Cross Hospital will now receive two post-operative bras to wear during their recovery thanks to the generosity of former Goodyear workers.


Latest News: Catherine Wigley

Home test kit detects grandmothers bowel cancer

8 April 2024
A Black Country grandmother credits a home bowel cancer test kit for saving her life. Catherine Wigley, 67, took a Faecal Immuochemical Test (FIT) after she experienced the need to go to the toilet more often.


Latest News: RWT Fashion Show

Fundraising’s in fashion

5 April 2024
Latest looks that don’t break the bank will definitely be in vogue next month thanks to a fundraising fashion show that will help support Wolverhampton chemotherapy patients.


Latest News: Classroom creativity inspires latest arts and heritage project

Classroom creativity inspires latest arts and heritage project

5 April 2024
Enthusiastic schoolchildren have brought the iconic façade of Wolverhampton’s Royal Hospital to life in a colourful collage and 3D sculpture.


Latest News: Professor Loughton CBE and Jon Wilks

National accolade for Trusts' chief

2 April 2024
A long-serving healthcare “standard bearer” has been honoured with a rare award by a national organisation for his “outstanding contribution”.