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.
Get vaccinated and protect yourself this winter
30 September 2024
Eligible people in the Black Country are being invited to come forward for a flu and COVID-19 vaccine from this week. The vaccination programmes are set to start from Thursday 3 October.
Hospital porter helps others after organ donation
27 September 2024
An organ donor’s sister was told his selflessness made an impact on “hundreds of lives” and she is sharing her story today to encourage others to consider doing the same.
Chief AHP's blog
27 September 2024
For this blog I’m joined by my colleague Vicky Self as we recognise AHP support workers as an integral part of our teams, enabling more effective and efficient working.
Turning the peaks pink
27 September 2024
A Specialist Nurse who works across NHS Trusts in Wolverhampton and Walsall is setting her sights on climbing the highest mountain in South Wales to raise awareness of organ donation.
Centre stage for Quality Improvement
27 September 2024
More than 100 innovative ways to improve Black Country patients’ care and experience will come under the spotlight as part of a special awards ceremony next week.
ICCU support group keen to expand
26 September 2024
Leaders of a group for people recovering after intensive care in Wolverhampton are hoping to expand their service.
New virtual breastfeeding support group launched
26 September 2024
A new virtual breastfeeding support group has been launched in Wolverhampton. It meets on Mondays via Microsoft Teams from 7-8.30pm.
Dedicated Jill to retire after 49 years
24 September 2024
A “completely dedicated” founding employee of Cannock Chase Hospital is to retire after nearly half a century of service with the NHS.
High praise from government minister
23 September 2024
A government Minister has praised a team which supports families, children and young people in Wolverhampton for the expert care it provides.
Deeksha’s life saved thanks to collaboration
23 September 2024
A grateful patient is off to study at university after life-saving treatment in Wolverhampton to recover from a rare disease, thanks to a West Midlands and international medical collaboration.
“Exceptional leader” Seb makes award shortlist
19 September 2024
A workforce champion who covers two Black Country NHS Trusts has been nominated for a prestigious award celebrating innovation and quality improvement.
Specialist centre celebrates anniversary
18 September 2024
The first purpose-built diabetes centre in the Midlands has celebrated its 30th anniversary. Run by The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust, the Diabetes and Endocrinology Centre was officially opened in September 1994.
Spotlight on research rich Black Country
18 September 2024
A celebration of research undertaken across the Black Country is being held this autumn, with a Team GB Gold medal Paralympian ready to inspire and support further successes.
Engagement app could prove a Maternity award-winner
16 September 2024
A new app has generated more than 40 ideas for improvement across Black Country Maternity Services, earning the initiative a nomination for a national award.
Project draws on the past to explore the present
13 September 2024
Experiences of people recovering from mental health and addiction issues are being examined through an artistic perspective as part of a healthcare heritage project in Wolverhampton.
Teenage Health Handbook launched
9 September 2024
A new handbook has been launched to support the health and wellbeing of teenagers across Wolverhampton and empower them to make informed choices.
Wolverhampton ED recognised for going above and beyond
9 September 2024
A Black Country NHS Trust, working to improve patients’ experience within New Cross Hospital’s Emergency Department, has been shortlisted for a national award.
New arrivals across the Black Country
5 September 2024
More than 40 Midwives will be settling into new roles across Black Country hospitals over the next few weeks, following a successful recruitment drive.
Clinicians shortlisted for national awards
2 September 2024
Wolverhampton’s Orthotics Team is celebrating after receiving two national award nominations. Chiazoka (Mary) Ezeuzo, Clinical Orthotist, is one of three clinicians shortlisted for the British Association of Prosthetists and Orthotists (BAPO) Orthotist of the Year Award 2024.
