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National disruption of medication supplies to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Since October 2023 there has been a national issue with the supply of some medications prescribed for attention deficit hyperactivity … Read more
Welcome to our new board member
We’re pleased to announce that Rosi Sexton has joined the board of Healthwatch Birmingham and Healthwatch Solihull. Currently working as … Read more
New Ophthalmology Treatment Suite at Solihull Hospital hopes to transform care for eye patients
A new clinical area opened at Solihull Hospital earlier this week (17 April), which will treat patients with a range … Read more
Statement on Care Quality Commission (CQC) review of leadership at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB)
The latest Care Quality Commission (CQC) report into University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB) shows just how far the … Read more
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Measles: Warning given over low MMR uptake after cases rise to 200 in West Midlands
Health officials have warned that a large increase in measles cases and hospital admissions in the West Midlands is being … Read more
Stay safe during this challenging weather
Together with the Met Office, UKHSA have issued a yellow cold-health alert for the West Midlands. This replaces the previous … Read more
Stay Well Solihull – Free help and support with energy bills
Help is available to support your energy needs – bills, debt and heating. See more information here You can also … Read more
Welcome to our Board Volunteer Representatives
Our volunteers play a vital role in ensuring Healthwatch Birmingham and Healthwatch Solihull make a real difference to local health … Read more
Healthwatch Birmingham and Healthwatch Solihull statement on the Culture Review of University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB)
September 28, 2023 Healthwatch Birmingham and Healthwatch Solihull have for some time been hearing disturbing stories of the toxic staff … Read more
Statement on downgraded Care Quality Commission (CQC) ratings for maternity services at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB)
In its decision to downgrade maternity services at provided by University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB) at Good Hope … Read more
Investing in Volunteers Award
We are proud to have been awarded the Investing In Volunteers quality mark again this year. It shows that we … Read more
MPs call for Government target to eliminate maternal health disparities
The Women and Equalities Committee has called on the Government to set a definitive target to eliminate “appalling” disparities in … Read more
Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Partnership Board’s Integrated Care Strategy 2023-2033
The Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Partnership Board has published its 10 year strategy for health and social care. The document, titled … Read more
Healthwatch England finds six-week postnatal checks failing many new mothers
A Healthwatch England survey of 2,693 new mothers and birthing parents has revealed shortcomings in maternity services, particularly around postnatal care. The … Read more