Spring is here and our brand new hospital - The Midland Met is bursting into bloom!

Nature has such an important part to play in health and wellbeing, & Midland Metropolitan University Hospital much thought has been given to this. We're sure you'll agree - the result is amazing.
#MoreThanAHospital

Meet Zafreen Khaliq - from paramedic to Trainee ACP, she's delivering life-saving care to patients at home, reducing hospital admissions. Discover more about Zaf's inspiring journey and her amazing work with the Virtual Ward team here: swbh.nhs.uk/news/nhs-heroe…

Do not miss the chance of being our next POCUS Fellow SWB NHS Trust Amy Broad has achieved some great things including presenting West Midlands Physicians Association
We also moving to our new acute hospital Midland Metropolitan University Hospital a once in life time opportunity !! Ultrasound For The Generalist The AIM POCUS Academy (Point of Care Ultrasound)

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With the May bank holiday approaching, make sure you order repeat prescriptions in advance.
For more information on how to do this, visit nhs.uk/nhs-services/p…

Great to see our juniors SWB NHS Trust shortlisted and presenting West Midlands Physicians Association for the research/QIP work on improving sepsis mortality with the use of the sepsis bundle in unity Steph Wallis Edward Fogden Mark Anderson Rebecca Kershaw Marsha Jones RGN melanie.roberts

What are the symptoms of whooping cough? Children's nurse Sophie explains.
#Whoopingcough

I am incredibly proud and humbled to be the President of West Midlands Physicians Association our goal is to advance internal medicine whilst promoting friendship. First female and definitely not the last 💪🏻Medicine is great 😊 SWB NHS Trust Women Empowering Women in Medicine Royal College of Physicians SAM Online MWF WIMIN - Women In Medicine International Network

Meet critical care nurses Becky and Vanessa who’ll be swimming a mammoth two miles in memory of their colleague whilst raising funds for SWBH Charity💙

You can donate by going to swbh.nhs.uk/news/critical-…

Good luck both!

Meet Easah, one of our advanced cardiac physiologists who performs a range of specialist investigations & supports the team during procedures to the heart. If you’re a patient & have a pacemaker or require regular check-ups for a heart monitor you may also be cared for by Easah

Cases of #WhoopingCough are currently high across the country. If you're pregnant, it's important to take up the vaccine when offered, as it helps to protect your baby in their first few weeks of life.

Congratulations to Nursing Associate Harpreet, who has recently been nominated for a certificate of achievement. She has been commended for being a great role model and embracing her new role. Keep up the fantastic work! 🎉

Our brilliant 🤩 Sharjeel Zafar Kiani sharing his journey as first year Consultant SWB NHS Trust the learning , reflections and change in role! Sharing all the things they never tell you ! Tomorrows leaders inspired ☺️ Amelia Lloyd Mark Anderson Richard Beeken Royal College of Physicians SAM Online

If you are experiencing depression, anxiety or stress, the Black Country Talking Therapies service in Sandwell is here to help.
Find out more: sandwelltalkingtherapies.nhs.uk
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

Made cupcakes to honour ICU 'cake Thursday' and also join the SWB NHS Trust international nurses' day celebrations!

Angie is a sister on ICU. I actually first met her when playing in the carol service, and she sung a beautiful solo! 🎵 One of many wonderful nurses I work with ❤️

We held two special ceremonies today recognising our nurses and midwives for their dedication & commitment to our Trust values - #ambition #respect & #compassion .

Over 150 were shortlisted – you can find out who picked up an award here: swbh.nhs.uk/news/nurses-an…

The SDEC team went to Westminster taking time reflect at the Florence nightingale lamp service SWB NHS Trust Emergency Care Directorate SWB Annabel Bottrill Richard Beeken

1 in 3 people with dementia are living without a vital diagnosis that could give them the right treatment and support.

If you’re worried about dementia, know what to look out for by watching our video.
#DementiaActionWeek

Alzheimer's Society Dementia UK Sandwell Council

It’s time for #TheBigSqueeze
High blood pressure is the number one cause of preventable death worldwide, so for #MayMeasureMonth , Dr James Gwilt is here with 5 top tips to help you reduce your blood pressure.
For a free blood pressure check, visit your local pharmacy.

Life can be difficult, but remember you are not alone.
If you need or want to chat, our Sanctuary Hubs are here. The Sandwell Sanctuary Hub is open every Monday-Friday from 6pm to 11pm or Saturday and Sunday from noon to 11pm.
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

Whooping cough cases are rising in England.

If you are pregnant, it's important to get the whooping cough vaccine to protect your newborn baby, as they are at greatest risk.

#Whoopingcough #NHS
NHS Black Country Integrated Care Board (ICB) NHS Midlands