‘Snowdrop Service’ helps families remember loved ones around Christmas
Published: December 12, 2013
Heart of England NHS Foundation Trust and Solihull Sands (Stillbirth and Neonatal Death charity) will be holding a special ‘Snowdrop Service’ this Christmas, for parents and families to remember babies that have been lost during pregnancy or shortly after birth. The event will take place on Saturday 14 December at St Paul’s Church on Belchers […]
New self-referral physiotherapy scheme eases the pain of waiting times for patients
Published: December 12, 2013
Patients in Birmingham are set to benefit from the introduction of a new self-referral scheme for physiotherapy, meaning patients can make an appointment with a physiotherapist without having to see a GP first. The scheme will help deliver a more efficient and streamlined service for patients, reducing waiting times and ensuring patients receive access to […]
Channel 4’s ‘Dispatches’, aired 11 November 2013
Published: January 27, 2014
Tuesday 12 November 2013 Response to Dispatches, Channel 4, from Dr Mark Newbold, Chief Executive for Heart of England NHS Foundation Trust: Firstly, I would like to re-emphasise that, on behalf of the Trust, I very much regret what has happened to so many women, and our thoughts are with them and their families. We […]
Birmingham hospital takes flight with ‘Best Hospital Care’ award
Published: October 31, 2013
The bereavement services team at Heartlands Hospital has won the prestigious ‘Best Hospital Care’ award at the 2013 Butterfly Awards, having cared for more than 1,600 families in Birmingham which have experienced the loss of a baby. The Butterfly Awards celebrate the achievements of the healthcare professionals that support families during this difficult time. Established […]
Essential vaccine for girls in Solihull higher than the national average
Published: November 14, 2013
Significantly more girls aged between 12 and 13-years-old in Solihull are receiving the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine than the national average, offering vital protection against cervical cancer. Between September 2011 and August 2012, 91.1 per cent of 12 to 13-year-olds received the vaccination in Solihull, compared to 86.8 per cent in England and 87.8 per […]
CQC Listening Events: “Tell us about your care”
Published: November 19, 2013
The CQC is the independent regulator of all health and social care in England. We have been given powers by the government to register, monitor and inspect all health and care services. The Care Quality Commission (CQC) will soon carry out an inspection at Heart of England NHS Foundation Trust, which covers Birmingham Heartlands Hospital, Solihull Hospital […]
Solihull community invited to attend diabetes forum
Published: October 23, 2013
Locals from Solihull with diabetes or those who care for someone with the condition are invited to attend an open forum to discuss how to improve diabetes care in the area. Taking place on Thursday 3 October at the Christian Renewal Centre, Lode Lane, the event is hosted by the NHS Solihull Clinical Commissioning Group […]
Response to recent media stories – breast care services at Solihull Hospital
Published: September 25, 2013
The Trust’s response to recent media stories, 25 September 2013: National and local news media have recently carried items about the review into breast care services at Solihull Hospital, querying whether patients of Mr Ian Paterson have had sufficient opportunity to come forward. That is a concern that is unfounded. Strenuous efforts have been made […]
Silhillians called to live longer this Stoptober
Published: October 23, 2013
Solihull Stop Smoking Service is throwing its weight behind this year’s Stoptober campaign, which saw 160,000 people complete the challenge last year, as new research shows smokers could add months or years to their lives if they quit. With 13 per cent of adults in Solihull still smoking, the Solihull Stop Smoking Service will support […]
Chelmsley You+ Lifestyle Shop celebrates 4th anniversary
Published: September 11, 2013
The You+ Lifestyle Shop, part of the Heart of England NHS Foundation Trust, has celebrated its 4th anniversary with more than 500 people from the local community, with a fun-filled celebration at Chelmsley Wood Shopping Centre. Visitors were able to enjoy birthday balloons, cake and face painting with members of the You+ team, which acts […]
