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UHB launches Midlands first dedicated clinic for rare genetic sight loss condition

UHB launches Midlands first dedicated clinic for rare genetic sight loss condition

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB) has launched a dedicated clinic for people with Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (LHON), a rare inherited condition that can cause severe sight loss and blindness.

Hat-trick of wins puts UHB at the forefront of patient safety

Hat-trick of wins puts UHB at the forefront of patient safety

UHB enjoyed a night to remember at the HSJ Patient Safety Awards, taking home three awards and a highly commended accolade in recognition of its outstanding work to make care safer for patients.

New clinical investigation explores more inclusive blood oxygen monitoring

New clinical investigation explores more inclusive blood oxygen monitoring

A clinical investigation at University Hospitals Birmingham (UHB) is exploring whether innovative ear-based technology could help improve the accuracy of blood oxygen measurements across different skin tones.

Birmingham integral to rolling out rapid genomic testing for brain tumours

Birmingham integral to rolling out rapid genomic testing for brain tumours

A world-first NHS pilot of a rapid genomic test that allows doctors to diagnose what type of brain tumour a patient has in up to 24 hours is being expanded across England, with support from a collaboration of teams across Birmingham.

Celebrating World Pharmacists Day

Celebrating World Pharmacists Day

On World Pharmacists Day (25 September), we are proud to recognise and celebrate the incredible contribution of our pharmacy teams across University Hospitals Birmingham.

Amber’s story: “I’ve been given a life”

Amber’s story: “I’ve been given a life”

After receiving two life-saving liver transplants at Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham (QEHB), Amber is sharing her story during Organ Donation Week to encourage people to support organ donation and discuss their decision with loved ones.