Health and Wellbeing News & Updates
Women across parts of Walsall are being encouraged to attend their breast screening appointments as local health partners work to increase uptake of this important NHS programme.
- 14th August 2026
An AI programme led by Walsall Healthcare clinicians to bring “time and human connection back to patient care” has been shortlisted in the HSJ Awards 2026.
- 14th August 2026
A new support group for Gynaecology cancer patients has been launched at Walsall Manor Hospital.
- 29th July 2026
With warm weather expected to continue, Walsall residents are being reminded to stay safe in the heat and look out for friends, family and neighbours who may be more vulnerable to hot weather.
Walsall residents are being encouraged to make informed choices about hepatitis testing, treatment and vaccination, as World Hepatitis Day is marked on Tuesday 28 July 2026.
Walsall Council Public Health is encouraging parents and carers of eligible teenagers and young adults to make sure they do not miss out on a free MenB vaccination this summer, ahead of starting university or college.
- 29th July 2026
Pregnant women, parents, guardians, carers, and those who have had babies in the last 12 months at Walsall Manor Hospital, are being asked to take part in a research study.
- 29th July 2026
World Breast Feeding Week is being celebrated in Walsall with a host of free events in the Manor Hospital and in the community to support mums and families.
Parents and carers are being urged to use the summer break to check their children's vaccination records and catch up on any missed immunisations, including measles, mumps and rubella (MMR).
- 24th July 2026
Young students who are helping to shape services for young patients at Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust have played a key role in recruiting a new Children’s Ward Matron.