Nurse-led ‘Fast-track’ pathway has  Black Country cancer patients go direct from referral to surgery 

A nurse-led ‘Direct to Surgery’ pathway, developed by The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust is helping patients with suspected skin cancer go straight from a telephone consultation to surgery in a much quicker streamlined service.  The ‘Direct to surgery’ pathway was developed by Lucy Smith, Lead cancer Nurse at The Dudley Group, after she identified that […]

Cancer survivor’s only symptom was extreme fatigue – now he’s turning his experience into a lifeline for others

A Dudley cancer survivor whose only symptom of bowel cancer was extreme fatigue is using his experience and the launch of his new book to raise awareness and vital funds for the local NHS Trust that helped save his life.  Cancer survivor, author, speaker and mentor Andrew Mullaney was diagnosed with bowel cancer in 2024 after becoming increasingly exhausted – despite having no […]

Patients invited to help shape support for people living with inflammatory arthritis

People living with inflammatory arthritis, their families and carers are being invited to share their experiences and help shape how they can be better supported to live well with their condition. The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust is holding a free online Living Well with Inflammatory Arthritis workshop next month, bringing together patients, healthcare professionals […]

Dudley Group pharmacists shortlisted for prestigious national B.A.M.E health awards

Two Dudley Group pharmacists whose work is helping to prevent ill health, tackle inequalities and bring specialist care closer to patients have been shortlisted for prestigious national awards.  Sarah Baig, Pharmacy Professional Development and Governance Lead, has been shortlisted for the Public Health Impact Award, while Nazir Hussain, Specialist Respiratory Pharmacist, has been shortlisted for […]

New Early Health Screening Service helping Dudley patients get fit and ready for surgery

Patients waiting for planned surgery in Dudley are being offered earlier health checks to identify potential health concerns and give them more time to improve their health before operations. The new Early Health Screening Service at The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust means issues that might previously have first come to light during preoperative assessments […]

New biologic treatment offers hope to patients with COPD across the Black Country

Patients with uncontrolled Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) who suffer repeated flare-ups are being offered a new treatment which could help them stay well for longer and avoid emergency hospital care. Biologic treatments have been introduced by respiratory teams at The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust and Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust, giving eligible […]

Dudley Trust celebrates double national recognition for digital innovations

Two digital innovations that are helping to make diagnostic care safer and more efficient for patients at The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust have been shortlisted for prestigious national awards. The Trust has been shortlisted in the HSJ Awards 2026, recognising work to help GPs choose the right diagnostic investigation for their patients and to […]

NHS urges people with lung conditions to take extra care following recent fires

People living with asthma, respiratory and heart conditions are being urged to take extra precautions following recent fires which have caused smoke to drift across communities in the region. The NHS is reminding people that smoke from fires is not simply an unpleasant smell, it can affect your health and for people with existing breathing […]

Eye specialist offers expert advice for viewing the solar eclipse

Residents planning to watch the upcoming solar eclipse are being urged to take precautions to protect their eyesight and enjoy the event safely. Looking directly at the sun without proper protection can cause permanent eye damage, even during an eclipse. Experts advise that anyone wishing to view the eclipse should use certified solar eclipse glasses […]

NHS Clinicians urge the public to take action in extreme heat as another alert lands

Clinicians at Russells Hall hospital in Dudley, are reminding local people to take precautions against the heat, after the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) issued the 12th heat-health alert for the West Midlands, in the last 10 weeks. Current temperatures in the region are forecast to reach up to 27°C, part of a wider spell of exceptional […]

Black Country NHS teams bring blood pressure checks to Simmer Down Festival

Healthcare professionals from across the Black Country and Birmingham came together at this year’s Simmer Down Festival to help tackle health inequalities by offering free blood pressure checks and advice to members of the local African and Caribbean community, with almost half (49 per cent) of those screened found to have high blood pressure. The […]

Black Country NHS staff complete sunrise Snowdon challenge

Twenty-two staff members from The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust and Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust joined forces to take on the mighty Snowdon in an inspiring overnight challenge, raising funds for The Dudley Group NHS Charity and Your City & Metropolitan Hospitals Charity. With the support of Sky Blue Adventures, the team set […]