Stories from around our Trust
Baby Arthur celebrates a special first birthday with the hospitals that saved his life
A baby boy has celebrated a very special birthday along with medics at Birmingham Women’s and Children’s NHS Foundation Trust, which helped save his life after he was born with a rare and complex heart condition.
Marking our first year ‘By Your Side’ as a united Trust
Today (1 February) marks one year since we united and became Birmingham Women’s and Children’s NHS Foundation Trust – the first of its type in the country.
Ground-breaking congenital heart screening test saving lives across the world
A ground-breaking test to identify newborn babies with critical congenital heart defects pioneered by experts at Birmingham Women’s Hospital is now helping to save lives across the globe.
Teen who received a surprise visit from Worcester Wolves basketball star goes home
A teenage basketball fan, who has bravely battled back after receiving severe burns, enjoyed a surprise visit from Worcester Wolves basketball star, Elvisi Dusha, just before his discharge home from Birmingham Children’s Hospital as he continues his recovery.
Birmingham boy makes ‘miracle’ recovery after life threatening car crash
A Kings Heath teenager has made a ‘miracle’ recovery after being involved in a serious car accident.
Aiza’s kidney transplant success after being given ‘gift of life’ from mum
Aiza Hassan is looking forward to an extra special festive period after being given the ‘gift of life’ through a kidney donation from her devoted mum, Uzma.
Brave Tamworth girl becomes first recruit to ground-breaking genomics study
A nine-year-old girl from Tamworth, who has bravely battled cancer, has become Birmingham Children’s Hospital’s first recruit to a ground-breaking study that is aiming to revolutionise healthcare.
Staff and patients create music video to help combat antibiotic resistance
Staff and patients at Birmingham Women’s and Children’s NHS Foundation Trust have joined forces to create a music video to help spread the word and combat the growing problem of antibiotic resistance.
Aspire youth employability programme strikes gold
An innovative youth employment scheme at Birmingham Women’s and Children’s NHS Foundation Trust has been highlighted for its efforts in helping young people into the world of work.
Experts urge families to be ‘burn aware’ to enjoy a safe Bonfire Night
Experts at Birmingham Children’s Hospital are urging parents to be ‘burn aware’ this Bonfire Night by staying safe and remembering the simple 3Cs – Cool, Call and Cover – should an injury occur.