Latest News
Featured News
Helping people with the cost of living
Healthwatch Birmingham and Healthwatch Solihull have raised awareness of the impact of the cost of living on local people’s health and wellbeing, and how to get help with healthcare costs.
We’re looking for new people to join our Board!
We’re looking for new people with different skills and backgrounds to help us improve local health and social care.
Get your Spring COVID Booster before 30th June
There is still time for eligible citizens to get their Spring COVID Booster, before booster vaccinations end on 30th June.
Help to improve care for people with psychosis
A new study is looking for diverse people with experience of psychosis and multiple long-term conditions.
News
Welcome to our new board member
We’re pleased to announce that Rosi Sexton has joined the board of Healthwatch Birmingham and Healthwatch Solihull.
Free pregnancy and parenting advice
The Birmingham Family Hubs service is offering a series of free online workshops covering topics such as child first aid, diabetes during pregnancy and intimacy between partners following birth.
Support your local community and the NHS
University Hospitals Birmingham (UHB) is looking for people to put themselves forward to become a governor.
Healthwatch Birmingham receives national award for improving care
We are delighted to have been commended in the annual National Healthwatch Impact Awards.
Statement on Care Quality Commission (CQC) review of leadership at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB)
The latest CQC report into UHB shows just how far the new leadership team has to go in earning the trust and confidence of staff.
Challenges for local people accessing community mental health services
Many people in Birmingham are struggling to get help for their mental health, according to our new report.
Statement on Care Quality Commission (CQC) report into University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB)
Among the most worrying findings is the fact that patients are not always protected from harm at UHB, due to a number of factors including low numbers of staff, staff training and inadequate safeguarding procedures.
Celebrating the difference your views make to local health and care
Our team has been shortlisted for a national award for outstanding work to improve care using your feedback.
What do you think of your local pharmacy?
Help to improve pharmacy services in Birmingham.
Important information about measles in Birmingham
Measles is a serious health risk and cases are rising in Birmingham and Solihull.