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Statement on Care Quality Commission (CQC) review of leadership at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB)

March 8, 2024

The latest Care Quality Commission (CQC) report into University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB) shows just how far the … Read more

Statement on Care Quality Commission (CQC) report into University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB)

February 14, 2024

In some respects, the latest Care Quality Commission (CQC) report into University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB) is a … Read more

Measles: Warning given over low MMR uptake after cases rise to 200 in West Midlands

January 18, 2024

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

January 12, 2024

Together with the Met Office, UKHSA have issued a yellow cold-health alert for the West Midlands. This replaces the previous … Read more

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Welcome to our Board Volunteer Representatives

October 18, 2023

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

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)

June 12, 2023

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

May 23, 2023

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

April 28, 2023

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

March 31, 2023

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

March 24, 2023

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


Report published! The experiences of Solihull residents who try to access urgent care

March 17, 2023

Our investigation into the urgent care services available for Solihull residents examined the experiences of 422 people. This report found … Read more


Most vulnerable to be offered spring COVID-19 booster

March 10, 2023

The Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) has confirmed its advice for a 2023 spring coronavirus (COVID-19) booster programme. … Read more


NHS strikes in March

March 3, 2023

Strikes are taking place in some parts of the NHS on 2, 3, 6, 8, 13, 14, 15, 16, 20, … Read more


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