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.
Chief AHP's blog
31 October 2024
AHPs Day, celebrated annually across England on October 14, is when the AHP community connects and celebrates the 14 diverse professions – and this month we had plenty to celebrate at RWT!
Sharon makes impact at regional conference
30 October 2024
A senior Nurse in Wolverhampton wants to use her experiences to help staff of colour have a better time at work after addressing a regional audience as part of Black History Month.
Annual Babies Memorial Service
29 October 2024
A memorial service has been organised to enable bereaved parents, their families and friends to unite with others and commemorate the lives of babies who died during pregnancy, at – or soon after – birth and in infancy.
Mealtime Mates call to support patients
28 October 2024
Mealtime Mates to support recovering hospital patients to eat and drink – as well as provide company and conversation – are being sought across two Black Country NHS Trusts.
X-citing half term activities planned
25 October 2024
Children keen to find out more about an important area of medicine via a free, fun activity, are being invited to join sessions next week.
More treatment on the horizon for long-term skin condition
23 October 2024
Patients who suffer from a long-term skin condition could have access to additional treatment within a couple of years, thanks to the efforts of a Black Country Doctor.
Nursing award nominations at the double
18 October 2024
Two Nursing initiatives in Wolverhampton have been nominated for national awards to support staff retention and help patients.
Celebrating 100th day-case surgery on ward
17 October 2024
Celebrations marked the 100th day-case joint replacement on a hospital ward in Cannock – on the same patient who had the first such procedure there.
Grateful patient thanks NHS for saving her life
17 October 2024
A former patient who says she owes her life to the NHS has thrown an elaborate thank you party to show her gratitude to the Wolverhampton teams.
NHS urges community to get vaccinated ahead of Diwali celebrations
16 October 2024
As Diwali approaches, NHS leaders in the Black Country are encouraging local people to protect themselves and their loved ones by getting vaccinated against flu and COVID-19.
EDs to offer routine Blood Borne Virus tests
15 October 2024
Patients using the Emergency Departments (EDs) at two Black Country hospitals will be offered routine HIV, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C blood tests.
Star Sebastian wins national award
14 October 2024
An “exceptional leader” at two Black Country Trusts has won a prestigious national award celebrating innovation and quality improvement.
Specialist cancer service celebrates anniversary
11 October 2024
A round the clock specialist cancer service set up to improve care for Wolverhampton patients is celebrating its 15th anniversary today.
Chris is a real RWT talent
11 October 2024
A proud Wolverhampton healthcare manager has received a prestigious award that celebrates talent during Black History Month.
Ultrasound facility opens at CDC
10 October 2024
A new Ultrasound facility has opened in Cannock as part of a £15m development to improve patient waiting times – accommodating more than 500 appointments per week.
Web man Colin conjures novel surprise
9 October 2024
A web expert more used to uploading other people’s content has had his own novel published. Colin Cranfield, Web Content Officer at The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust and Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust, has just produced his literary debut.
Improving patient care
9 October 2024
Reducing the length of stay for hospital patients and decreasing waiting times were some of the top initiatives rewarded at an innovative awards ceremony that celebrated improvements made across two Black Country NHS Trusts.
Routine blood testing in the Emergency Department
9 October 2024
We are now offering routine HIV, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C testing in our Emergency Department for all patients aged 18 years and over who are having bloods taken for another reason.
Embracing Technology Enhanced Care
8 October 2024
A new technology event designed to help people live independently and manage their health and wellbeing at home has been hailed a success.
New Chief Executive announced
7 October 2024
A new Chief Executive with more than 30 years’ experience in the healthcare sector will take over two Black Country NHS Trusts early next year.
Heart and Lung Centre is 20 today!
4 October 2024
It’s caused sleepless nights, performed 18,000 cardiac surgeries and even seen relationships blossom into at least one marriage.
Work to remove reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC)
1 October 2024
The Trust is enacting a temporary closure within area A27 (outpatients) at New Cross Hospital to enable an important building project to get under way.
