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11 June 2021
News and media
This section gives you the latest news about our work and achievements. Click on the link to any story to read the full details. If you are a member of the media and wish to contact our press office, please visit our News and Media page.
Men’s Health Week – 14-21 June
10 June 2021
From a mind MOT to spreading the feelgood factor through helping others – Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust will be offering a wealth of information and support to its male staff this Men’s Health Week. Kicking off on Monday 14 June, Men’s Health Week raises awareness of the health issues that affect men disproportionately and focuses […]
Helping “EWE” in hospital
3 June 2021
A new group of volunteers is providing invaluable support to patients and staff alike at Walsall Manor Hospital. The Enhancing Ward Experience (EWE) team has been introduced by Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust to not only support the organisation but to provide an opportunity for those who are interested in an NHS career to find out […]
Main works to start on Walsall’s Emergency Department
2 June 2021
Construction on the main phase of Walsall’s new multi-million pound Emergency Department and Acute Medical Unit development will now get under way following the completion of enabling works at the site. The c£40m development, being delivered by Tilbury Douglas Construction Limited (formerly Interserve Construction), is set to significantly improve our emergency care facilities and capacity. […]
A special thanks from Critical Care volunteers
2 June 2021
Volunteers who supported the Critical Care Unit at Walsall Manor Hospital prior to the Covid-19 pandemic have paid a personal – and permanent – tribute to staff by presenting them with a plaque. The commemorative plaque, commissioned and designed by volunteer Howard Crabtree, bears the message: “You gave bravely for us all. With deepest thanks […]
Project Wingman landed a year ago!
28 May 2021
It’s hard to believe that it has been one year since Project Wingman launched at Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust! Over the last 12 months Project Wingman has been on board to support staff and give them a space to have a well-deserved break while working. Kate Donello from Project Wingman said: “It has been a […]
Critical Care rehab forum success
21 May 2021
Patients joined staff to take part in a new, virtual, weekly forum set up by Walsall Healthcare’s Critical Care Rehabilitation Team to continue offering support to those who have had a hospital stay in critical care. The team supports long term patients on their recovery journey using a host of approaches to cover both physical […]