Health & Wellbeing

Birmingham among hotspots for weight-loss jab interest as demand surges ahead of summer

2026-05-28T20:57:49+01:00

People in Birmingham are searching for weight-loss medications more than almost anywhere else in Britain, as demand for rapid “quick fix” slimming solutions continues to soar ahead of summer.

Walking group to celebrate 25th anniversary

2026-05-28T20:50:49+01:00

A Wolverhampton walking group is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a special event at Bantock Park next month.

Eye clinic shines a spotlight on its nurses during this special month

2026-05-27T22:40:37+01:00

A sight-saving clinic in Birmingham has celebrated its eyecare nurses and the work they do in helping to look after the community’s sight.

West Midlands woman who changed Alzheimer's research forever receives posthumous Honorary Doctorate (UCL

2026-05-23T18:28:13+01:00

Carol Jennings, former Alzheimer’s Society Vice President who changed the course of Alzheimer’s research, receives rare posthumous Honorary Doctorate.

Midlands Air Ambulance Charity marks 35 years of lifesaving service across the Midlands

2026-05-20T19:08:05+01:00

Midlands Air Ambulance Charity is celebrating 35 years of providing vital pre-hospital emergency care across the Midlands, marking the milestone anniversary on 21st May 2026.

Keep Your Energy High All Summer: The Power of Overnight Oats & Seed Blends (Plus 9 High Energy Diet Tips)

2026-05-18T18:57:01+01:00

How to keep your energy high and avoid a mid-morning dip this summer.

Ebola response in Africa CDC statement

2026-05-17T16:57:49+01:00

On 15 May 2026, Africa CDC alerted the continent and the global community to the growing risk of regional spread of the Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreak originating from Ituri province in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).

The 997 scholarships that’s transforming heart care

2026-05-17T16:52:34+01:00

Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany marks ‘World Hypertension Day 2026’ together with First Ladies of Africa and Asia, and their partners Ministries of Health, Medical Societies, and Academia, through their Nationwide Diabetes & Hypertension Blue Points Program.

Volunteer-run health centre said to save NHS £6m

2026-05-17T16:46:58+01:00

A "labour of love" is how volunteers say it feels to run a health centre set up to address inequalities in one of the most deprived parts of Birmingham.

New research finds peppermint oil is proven to lower blood pressure

2026-05-14T10:45:18+01:00

Daily doses of peppermint oil have been proved to lower blood pressures for patients with mildly high readings, new research has found.

Health City Cayman Islands hosts inaugural Cancer Survivors Wellness Retreat

2026-05-08T20:23:42+01:00

Health City Cayman Islands welcomed survivors for a day of healing and hope as it launched its inaugural Cancer Survivors Wellness Retreat last month, featuring a leading expert from Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

One in six mid-life women consider leaving work due to the menopause

2026-05-06T20:41:18+01:00

A recent webinar has revealed that one in six mid-life women have considered leaving employment due to the menopause and 82% of those who have left would have stayed with better workplace support.

Midlands Air Ambulance Charity leads drive to reduce drowning deaths with specialist conference

2026-04-28T20:06:09+01:00

Midlands Air Ambulance Charity is set to host a dedicated Drowning Conference at its Cosford airbase and charity headquarters on Tuesday 2nd June 2026, bringing together professionals from across emergency medicine, search and rescue and water safety sectors.

Vaisakhi celebration at heart of democracy calls for action to address health inequalities

2026-04-26T11:43:51+01:00

The Vaisakhi event brought together a strong cross-party representation of MPs and Peers, senior public health and local government leaders, to raise awareness and build collaboration to tackle health inequalities.

It’s a ‘miracle recovery’ as Health City Cayman Islands saves Irish vacationer’s life in dramatic Barbados

2026-04-20T11:43:04+01:00

What began as a mild respiratory infection during a family vacation in Barbados nearly turned fatal for 57-year-old Irish tourist Gail Dalton.

Importance of screening highlighted in Bowel Cancer Awareness Month

2026-04-16T15:09:38+01:00

This is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month, and people in Wolverhampton are being reminded of the symptoms – and the importance of regular screening.