Health and Wellbeing News & Updates
- 14th July 2026
Residents, communities and partner organisations across the borough are invited to have their say on a set of draft plans that will shape how health, wellbeing and care services are delivered in the coming years for people of all ages.
- 10th July 2026
Fundraisers, businesses and supporters all came together to celebrate the 10th birthday of Walsall Healthcare’s Well Wishers charity and reflect on the numerous ways it has made a difference to patients, families and staff over the last decade.
- 10th July 2026
New property bags and food supplies are being given to some patients leaving Walsall Manor Hospital, thanks to charity funding.
As part of Alcohol Awareness Week (6-12 July 2026), Walsall residents are being urged to take stock of their alcohol use in line with this year’s theme ‘Alcohol and Me’ and to seek support if needed.
More people in Walsall are accessing drug and alcohol support through partnership-led efforts across the borough, according to a progress update on the Drug and Alcohol Strategy (2023–2028) being presented to the Health and Wellbeing Board
Walsall residents are being urged to check that they and their children are fully protected against measles, as cases continue to rise in the West Midlands and across the country.
Walsall Council is supporting the Men’s Wellbeing Alliance as it marks Men’s Health Week (15-21 June 2026), with a borough-wide call for men to access support early and for local communities to play an active role in improving men’s health and wellbeing.
Walsall Council is supporting Loneliness Awareness Week (15–21 June 2026) by encouraging residents to come together, start conversations and build stronger community connections.
Walsall Council Public Health is encouraging women and people with a cervix aged 25 to 64 to check if they are due to attend their cervical screening appointment this Cervical Screening Awareness Week (15–21 June 2026).
Student health practitioners at Walsall College have proved they are ready for university after demonstrating their professionalism and expertise at a health promotion event.