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Patient thanks physios who helped her on the road to recovery

Patient thanks physios who helped her on the road to recovery

Patient Megan Hughes is now able to drive again and get about with the aid of a frame thanks to the support of physiotherapists at Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham.

Birmingham locals to participate in first-of-its-kind study into impact of vaping on respiratory health

Birmingham locals to participate in first-of-its-kind study into impact of vaping on respiratory health

Researchers from University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB) and the University of Birmingham are leading a major new study to explore the potential benefits and harms of vaping on long-term respiratory health.

UHB consultant to Chair National AI Commission shaping the future of healthcare

UHB consultant to Chair National AI Commission shaping the future of healthcare

Prof Alastair Denniston, Consultant Ophthalmologist at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust and Professor at the University of Birmingham, has been appointed Chair of the newly launched UK National Commission on the Regulation of AI in Healthcare.

Learn how to save a life this World Restart a Heart Day

Learn how to save a life this World Restart a Heart Day

People in Birmingham are invited to learn vital life-saving skills this World Restart a Heart Day, taking place on Wednesday 16 October 2025.

Loren’s story: From life-saving liver transplantation to motherhood in one year

Loren’s story: From life-saving liver transplantation to motherhood in one year

In just one year, Loren from Hinckley has seen her life completely transformed - from a life-saving liver transplant to marriage and the birth of her miracle baby, Issac.

New Medical Assessment Unit opens at Good Hope Hospital

New Medical Assessment Unit opens at Good Hope Hospital

A brand-new patient assessment area was officially opened at Good Hope Hospital by the Mayor of the Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield, Cindy Yip.