Health Innovation West Midlands

Our 2024/25 Impact Report highlights HIWM’s pivotal role in accelerating the adoption of evidence-based innovations that have improved patient outcomes, enhanced NHS productivity & contributed to economic growth across the West Midlands. Read the report: healthinnovationwestmidlands.org/impact-report-…

You’ll find the HIWM team on stand L24 @DHRewired next week! Come and meet us, say hello, and discover how we can help support and accelerate your innovation journey. Find out more and register: digitalhealthrewired.com/register/ ⭐ Public sector colleagues attend for FREE

A 46‑year study has revealed that immune pressures – not antimicrobial resistance – drive invasive E. coli infections in newborns. Findings highlight the need for broader vaccine targets and new treatment strategies. birminghambrc.nihr.ac.uk/news-and-event… #AMR #Ecoli

Meningitis can be very serious if not treated quickly. The NHS website has all the information you need, including what to look out for and when to get medical help. ➡️ nhs.uk/conditions/men…

For #WorldOralHealthDay, we’re showcasing our research uncovering how oral health connects with wider inflammatory and metabolic conditions. Explore some of our recent studies in the thread below, and read more on our website: birminghambrc.nihr.ac.uk/our-research/o… @l_chapple | @zehra_yonel

HIWM has updated its Heart Failure toolkit, with our NHSE Midlands colleagues & embedded heart failure champions, to reflect the new @NICEComms guidance & to provide some additional guidance on advanced heart failure care and frailty in heart failure. healthinnovationwestmidlands.org/wp-content/upl…

A @unibirmingham-led team has been selected for the £50m @NIHRresearch Cardiovascular Inequalities Challenge, working with partners to improve detection and management of high blood pressure and cholesterol in underserved communities. Read more: birminghambrc.nihr.ac.uk/news-and-event…

We're part of an ambitious new national coalition launched by health minister Dr @zubirahmed which will speed up diagnosis, improve treatment and transform the lives of thousands of people affected by respiratory conditions. ➡️ healthinnovationoxford.org/clinical-prior…

Drawing on lived experiences, research insights & community action needed to prevent youth suicide. This video highlights the importance of compassion, listening & creating psychologically safe spaces for young people who often feel unheard & unsupported. youtu.be/xpuZtWL-au0

Walk-in appointments are also available for people to sign up in person at their mobile clinic in Erdington Town Centre, 58 High St, B23 6RH Walk-in dates 19th-22nd March Pre-booked appointments dates (registration required in advance here): 23rd - 25th March

.@ukfuturehealth are inviting people from all backgrounds across the UK to take part by sharing information about their health and lifestyle through a one-off appointment and online questionnaire. Find out more and join online here: ourfuturehealth.org.uk

Have you signed up for our webinar next week? Join our expert Prof Simon Jones (@UoB_JonesLab) to explore GLP‑1 therapies, inflammation and joint health. 🗓 17 March, 6–7pm 🔗 Register: eventbrite.co.uk/e/obesity-and-… #Obesity #Osteoarthritis #GLP1

Interested in applying for our Grow Digital Health Midlands programme? Join us for a Q&A session on 17 March 2026, 11:00am: eventbrite.co.uk/e/grow-digital… For more information and to apply visit: healthinnovation-em.org.uk/growdigitalhea…

Health Innovation West Midlands is exhibiting at @DHRewired 24 - 25 March, NEC Birmingham - Hall 4 We’ll be joined by two incredible clinical innovators: Hope for the Community CIC and AirEmail. Find us at Stand L24 - we can’t wait to meet you!

@neobiomics @Medela_UK @Dhodgkiss5 A huge thank you to all of our speakers for sharing your expertise, experiences and time with us today! #MatNeo #PatientSafety

@neobiomics @Medela_UK @Dhodgkiss5 Reminder that registrations are open for the #BlackMaternityMatters course in Birmingham! Focused on anti-racist action to improve outcomes for Black mothers & babies in NHS maternity and neonatal services. Find out more and register here: healthinnovationwestmidlands.org/new-black-mate…

We’re getting set to welcome colleagues from across the Midlands to Safer Maternity and Neonatal Care Across the Midlands today. Delighted to be back at St Andrew’s Stadium for a day of shared learning and collaboration focused on safer care for mothers and babies. #MatNeo