Health and Wellbeing News & Updates
- 4th September 2026
Walsall residents who are eligible for a free flu vaccine are being urged to book their appointment to help protect themselves against flu this winter.
- 4th September 2026
An 80-year-old patient has credited “staying active” with helping to boost his urology care, as part of Urology Awareness Month.
- 1st September 2026
Two Black Country NHS Trusts have been shortlisted for five HSJ Patient Safety Awards, recognising innovative work to improve patient safety, strengthen safety culture and deliver better outcomes for patients.
- 1st September 2026
Patients and staff in Wolverhampton and Walsall will benefit from the rollout of new digital Ambient Voice Technology (AVT), which helps clinicians better focus on their consultations.
- 24th August 2026
Patients, carers, community partners and staff across two Black Country NHS Trusts have had their work recognised through six shortlisted entries in a national awards programme
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.