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July 8, 2025

A specialist heart doctor from Worcestershire’s hospitals will lead a research project to try to identify those at risk of rare life-threatening heart conditions and get them a diagnosis and treatment earlier. Consultant Cardiologist, Dr David Wilson has…

July 3, 2025

Fifty-eight determined individuals from across Worcestershire came together to take on a remarkable challenge climbing Snowdon in the dark, all in the hope of witness a breathtaking sunrise from the summit. This awe-inspiring trek, organised by…

June 20, 2025

A ‘Happy to Chat’ bench has recently been installed at Kidderminster Hospital and Treatment Centre, inspired by the national ‘Happy to Chat’ initiative, thanks to the collaboration of local resident Heather Prangley, Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Charity…

June 19, 2025

A programme offering support for hospital patients in Worcestershire to stop smoking has proved a huge success helping to save lives, free up hospital bed spaces, and save the NHS hundreds of thousands of pounds in treatment. The…

June 3, 2025

Hospital staff and patients are saying a huge thank you to the hundreds of volunteers who help keep health services running smoothly this Volunteers’ Week (June 2 to 8). As well as hosting a series of thank…

May 15, 2025

A mother and her newborn baby who both needed life support at the same time were able to have their first physical contact thanks to caring staff at Worcestershire Royal Hospital. This extremely rare event where both mother,…

April 17, 2025

Special memorial services have been organised to help families who have been affected by the loss of a baby at any stage. The services, titled ‘Not Out Of Mind’, will provide space for those who have…

April 15, 2025

Staff from Worcestershire Royal Hospital’s children’s ward are practicing life-saving techniques for young children in realistic scenarios, thanks to the donation of a lifelike medical simulation mannequin by the Daisychain Benevolent Fund Trust. The training simulation doll – named…

February 5, 2025

Midwives from Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust are appealing for volunteers to help support pregnant and new mothers to breastfeed. Potential volunteers are invited to a meet-and-greet session on Thursday 6 March from 10am to 11am in…