Health and Wellbeing News & Updates
- 6th February 2026
Walsall Council Public Health is reinforcing the importance of early diagnosis and awareness of subtle or unclear symptoms that could indicate cancer.
- 3rd February 2026
A new testing service has launched in Walsall – with the potential to support early diagnosis of severe genetic conditions that can have long-term effects.
Increasing income, opportunities and life chances for Wolverhampton residents takes a major step forward today with the launch of Boost in the city.
- 30th January 2026
More than 100 patients with severe asthma have been approved to receive biological injections at Walsall Manor Hospital.
- 30th January 2026
Stroke patients across Walsall and Wolverhampton will be able to receive high-quality rehabilitation in their own homes and communities – helping them towards better recovery – now a proposed transformation of the service has been agreed.
- 22nd January 2026
People are being reminded of the importance of HPV vaccination and regular screening this Cervical Cancer Prevention Week
- 22nd January 2026
The City of Wolverhampton Council has teamed up with Recovery Near You and the Service User Involvement Team to host a series of Fibro-scan clinics, bringing non-invasive liver health screening directly into the local community.
- 13th January 2026
Families in Wolverhampton are being encouraged to familiarise themselves with the signs and symptoms of measles and to know what steps to take if they suspect an infection.
A free virtual masterclass has been launched to help working professionals cut through the January gloom.
- 6th January 2026
As the new year begins, Walsall residents are being encouraged to make 2026 the year they quit smoking and take control of their health, with access to a range of local services in the community, digitally and through specialist services.