An NHS England-funded project designed to reduce the epilepsy risks faced by people with learning disabilities has been shortlisted in HSJ’s Patient Safety Awards Working with health and care systems across the Midlands, the project team carried out a range of activities designed to protect people with learning disabilities and autism who also suffer from […]

Wye Valley NHS Trust is reducing its carbon footprint through the installation of ground source heat pumps, saving a predicted 3,715 tonnes of carbon a year from entering the atmosphere. This is equivalent to driving an average family car 70 times around the world. The news comes ahead of Clean Air Day on June 15. Every […]

The NHS in the Midlands has today revealed the ten individuals and teams it has chosen as regional champions for the prestigious NHS Parliamentary Awards to mark the NHS’s 75th birthday. MPs and NHS leaders in the Midlands joined forces to honour health and care staff who have helped to improve treatment for patients. Those […]

The NHS Covid-19 Vaccination Programme in the Midlands has administered more than 712,640 spring vaccinations which is more than half of those eligible. Those eligible who have not yet had their vaccination are encouraged to come forward before the seasonal campaign ends on 30 June. Friday 30 June is also the last chance for those […]

The NHS is transforming how eye services are delivered by introducing a digital referral system for eye care clinicians referring patients to eyecare services. This means a quicker and easier process behind the scenes, resulting in a seamless and faster patient journey. The new referral system, ‘Midlands Electronic eyecare Referral System’ (EeRS), will allow clinicians […]

People in the East Midlands are being encouraged to take vital steps to reduce their risk of developing Type 2 diabetes by making some simple changes to their lifestyle ahead of Diabetes Prevention Week, which runs from 22-28 May. The health complications of getting Type 2 diabetes can be serious and life changing – these […]

People in the West Midlands are being encouraged to take vital steps to reduce their risk of developing Type 2 diabetes by making some simple changes to their lifestyle ahead of Diabetes Prevention Week, which runs from 22-28 May. The health complications of getting Type 2 diabetes can be serious and life changing – these […]

This Mental Health Awareness Week, people in the West Midlands are being reminded to seek support if they are struggling with their mental health. The theme of this year’s campaign, which runs from 15 to 21 May, is ‘Anxiety’. Anxiety can cause many different symptoms, affecting thoughts, feelings, and behaviour. It is a feeling people […]

This Mental Health Awareness Week, people in the East Midlands are being reminded to seek support if they are struggling with their mental health. The theme of this year’s campaign, which runs from 15 to 21 May, is ‘Anxiety’. Anxiety can cause many different symptoms, affecting thoughts, feelings, and behaviour. It is a feeling people […]

The NHS Covid-19 Vaccination Programme in the Midlands has vaccinated more than 67% of its eligible older adult care home residents since the campaign began on 3 April. Roving teams of NHS staff have visited care homes across the Midlands to offer the spring jab. They will continue to visit the remaining older adult care […]