Participation Groups empower patients
Local NHS officials are keen to encourage patients of General Practitioners to make their views on health services known by taking up opportunities to communicate with their neighbourhood practice....
View ArticleChristmas competition takes health messages online
A new online campaign will offer Black Country people a chance to improve their health – and boost their wealth – by finding out how to get the right treatment this winter. The Black Country Cluster of...
View ArticleKeep Warm, Keep Well
Keep Warm, Keep Well is the message to Black Country residents this winter as the cold weather sets in. The Black Country Cluster of PCTs has put together a range of leaflets filled with top tips on...
View ArticlePlea to help manage demand for A&E
According to the National Health Service, research shows that one in three of all people who go to A&E (Accident and Emergency departments) at hospitals could be treated elsewhere in the community....
View ArticleNew Harden care home opens doors to public and pros
A brand new Care Home is opening shortly in Harden, near Leamore, and the management are now inviting both members of the public and professionals to see the new facility at two open days in early...
View ArticleHarden Hall care home opens doors
Last week Carers at Walsall’s newest care home were delighted to show off its facilities to members of the caring profession, to mark its imminent opening in the local community. Guests attending the...
View ArticleDeputy Mayor welcomes former Bloxwich metalworker to Harden Hall
Walsall’s Deputy Mayor, Councillor Graham Wilkes has returned to new care home Harden Hall just two weeks after attending the official opening of the home, to personally welcome its first resident, Mrs...
View ArticleWalsall Labour petitions against NHS bill
Labour councillors and supporters were out in force again in Bloxwich on Saturday, this time campaigning against the UK government’s proposed ‘reform’ of the National Health Service, as pictures kindly...
View ArticleHeatwave health warning
With a week of hot weather on the horizon, and temperatures rocketing already today, Walsall families are being reminded by Walsall Council and the NHS how they can enjoy the sunshine while looking...
View ArticleSmokefree car legislation in force from today
A new law comes into force today (1st October) making it illegal to smoke in vehicles with someone under the age of 18 present. Both the driver and the smoker can be fined. The reason for this law is...
View ArticleBloxwich Active Living Centre set to make a splash!
The eagerly awaited opening date for both Bloxwich and Oak Park Active Living Centres became reality this week when the keys for both centres were handed over by contractors. This significant moment...
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