News stories from 2025
Resident doctors' industrial action
The British Medical Association (BMA) has announced strike action by resident doctors from 07:00 on Wednesday 17 December until 07:00 on Monday 22 December 2025.
UHB awarded £2m for cutting waiting lists
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB) has been awarded £2 million in capital funding as part of the NHS Elective Care Capital Incentive Scheme, recognising significant progress in reducing waiting times for patients.
Patient's festive hope after difficult year
When 73-year-old Nick Harris from Solihull first developed pain in his upper gum, he never imagined it would lead to the most difficult year of his life.
UHB Maternity services celebrate success in national survey
University Hospitals Birmingham (UHB) is proud to share the results of the 2025 CQC Maternity Survey, which highlight significant improvements in the experiences of women and families using our maternity services.
Endoscopy services bringing care closer to home
Patients at Good Hope Hospital can now access more specialist endoscopy procedures, meaning they can receive expert care closer to home.
Patient turns his battle with rare cancer into inspirational book
When Paul Evans walked into hospital in February 2024 with pain beneath his ribcage, he never imagined it would lead to a life-altering diagnosis - and writing a book to help and inspire others.