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World AIDS Day 2025: Progress in Blood-Borne Virus Testing
Since September 2024, University Hospitals Birmingham (UHB) has been part of this national programme, implementing opt-out BBV testing for HIV, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C in its emergency departments
Health and social care providers across Birmingham and the Black Country launch hard-hitting awareness campaign asking the public to take action against flu
Nearly 8,000 people died from flu last year in the UK.
Good Hope Hospital offers falls prevention information session
Royal Sutton Coldfield Town Council and Good Hope Hospital have organised an information session for residents, their families and carers on falls prevention and mobility.
Beads of Courage scheme at Heartlands Hospital celebrates the journeys of Neonatal patients
Back in 2019 the Neonatal Unit at Heartlands Hospital launched the Beads of Courage scheme, seeing newborn babies receive a bead for each milestone that they reach whilst on the unit.
Birmingham researchers lead world-first trial for rare liver disease treatment
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB) has treated the first patient in an early-phase clinical trial investigating whether a new medical device, Carbalive, can slow disease progression of a rare liver disease called primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC).
Significant rise in viral respiratory infections impacting services
A substantial increase in viral respiratory infections is putting considerable pressure on our hospital services.
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Falls Prevention Information Session
Good Hope Hospital and Royal Sutton Coldfield Town Council have organised a free falls prevention information session for residents and their families/carers on Wednesday 10 December from 13:30-14:30 at Royal Sutton Coldfield Town Hall to help you be prepared during the colder months. Senior Health Professionals from Good Hope Hospital will give a talk and lead a Q&A session.13:30, 10/12/2025
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Welcome drop-In event for new starters
All colleagues who have recently joined the Trust are invited to an informal, drop-in welcome event, where you will have the opportunity to meet others and ask questions from a number of departments.09:00, 09/12/2025
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AI In Healthcare: What Matters To You?
Patients and the public are invited to share their views on how artificial intelligence (AI) should be used in healthcare. Hear from NHS leaders, clinicians, regulators, and AI innovators, and meet others who are passionate about shaping ethical and inclusive AI. No AI or digital experience is needed, just curiosity and a willingness to share your voice.10:00, 08/12/2025
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