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Got a cough? Get a check

Got a cough? Get a check

People living in East Birmingham who have had a cough or any of the listed symptoms for more than three weeks can now request a free chest X-ray without seeing their GP first.

Cardiology team reaches major milestone

Cardiology team reaches major milestone

More than 100 patients at Good Hope Hospital have now benefited from conduction system pacing, a technique that helps the heart beat more naturally and improves long-term outcomes.

Tell us what you think about UHB's retail outlets

Tell us what you think about UHB's retail outlets

UHB's catering team is inviting patients and visitors to share their views on the Trust's retail services to ensure they are continually improving the offer available. 

Consultant receives national recognition for leading pioneering type 1 diabetes research

Consultant receives national recognition for leading pioneering type 1 diabetes research

Professor Parth Narendran, Honorary Consultant Physician at University Hospitals Birmingham, has been nationally recognised for his pioneering work in type 1 diabetes after receiving a prestigious Royal College of Physicians award.

Dad donates part of his liver to save daughter's life

Dad donates part of his liver to save daughter's life

Rory Griffiths from Whitchurch in Shropshire, underwent surgery at Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham (QEHB), as his daughter was in the operating theatre in Birmingham Children’s Hospital.

AI-driven technology does not speed up lung cancer diagnosis

AI-driven technology does not speed up lung cancer diagnosis

University Hospitals Birmingham (UHB) has contributed to a major national study exploring the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in diagnosing lung cancer.