Vaisakhi – WHT 2
21 April 2023
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Little Voices will make a big difference to Walsall’s young patients
21 April 2023
An innovative engagement and involvement project will see a group of schoolchildren carry out a review of paediatric services at Walsall Manor Hospital next week before giving their feedback to senior healthcare leaders. The Little Voices initiative has been developed by the Patient Relations & Experience Team at Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust which has partnered […]
“Life-changing” trial results in Walsall
21 April 2023
Young patients who went on a clinical trial for a new medication to treat severe, chronic hand eczema have reported “life-changing” results, prompting dermatologists in Walsall to encourage more to come forward to take part. The Manor Hospital was the first site in Europe to offer the DELTA Teen study to those aged 12-17 who […]
“Don’t ignore the signs” says former bowel cancer patient
20 April 2023
From bricklaying one minute, to being in surgery the next, Christopher knows how lucky he is to tell people about his health scare today. Christopher John Moorcroft, 61, was diagnosed with bowel cancer in December 2022 after ignoring his signs and symptoms for several months. If it wasn’t for healthcare professionals at Walsall Healthcare NHS […]
A day to remember for Maureen and Steve
18 April 2023
There were smiles and tears as terminally ill Maureen Goring married her long-time sweetheart Steve Clarke at Walsall Manor Hospital today. Maureen, 57, who has lung cancer which has spread to the brain, tied the knot with partner Steve, 60, in a ceremony on Ward 29, brought forward by 11 days due to her diagnosis. […]