UHCW University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire

25/08/2026

As summer begins to wind down, now is a good time to get ready for the new school term. ✏️

Remember to:
Check any medication your child may need, encourage good hand hygiene and help children settle back into a healthy sleep routine.

Small steps now can make the transition back to school easier.

25/08/2026

Wondering what to expect when you come to our Endoscopy Centre? 🧡

Join Wendy and Antariksh on a tour of the centre as they explain the patient journey, from arrival to discharge.

The centre at the Hospital of St Cross, Rugby helps patients access investigative care closer to home, with separate male and female areas throughout to provide comfort and privacy.

24/08/2026

The Activate Superhero challenge has landed! 🦸

This week, Yellow is taking on climbers in a short episode designed to help children keep active over the summer holidays.

All episodes are available for free on The Body Coach YouTube channel. 🌀

23/08/2026

From Coventry to Kenya 🌍

This October, one of our Breast Screening Radiographer’s Eno will travel to Kenya to support a breast cancer outreach mission in a rural community.

During the week-long trip, Eno will help raise awareness of breast health, share practical advice and support early detection initiatives, helping to make a difference for women with limited access to screening and diagnosis services.

Good luck, Eno! 💙

21/08/2026

After a long spell of dry weather, rain can make roads slippery. 🚗

If you're travelling:
Leave extra stopping distance, take care on wet pavements and make sure lights and reflectors are working.

Take your time and stay safe.

21/08/2026

18 years ago, our Department of Acute Medicine was established to help patients receive faster assessment, diagnosis and treatment when they need urgent care.

Today, Acute Medicine continues to bring specialist teams together to assess support patients each year and support the right care pathway for them.

Do you have any photos, stories or memories from the past 20 years? Share them with us in the comments or send us a direct message! 💌

20/08/2026

You know your loved ones best. 💗

If you're worried about a pregnant woman, new mum or baby in our care, we want to hear from you.

Watch our short video to find out how Martha's Rule works in maternity services and how it can help ensure concerns are heard and acted on.

Martha's Rule is now live across University Hospital, Coventry and the Hospital of St Cross, Rugby.

More information can be found here: www.uhcw.nhs.uk/marthas-rule/

19/08/2026

Clive and Moz are heading to the Premier League! ⚽

Their live coverage of all Coventry City games will return this Friday on Coventry Hospital Radio.

https://www.uhcw.nhs.uk/news/follow-the-sky-blues-with-live-commentary-of-all-matches-on-coventry-hospital-radio/

19/08/2026

A breakthrough new bladder cancer test is now available to UHCW patients - making them the first in the West Midlands to benefit from this simple, accurate and more convenient approach.

🔗 https://www.uhcw.nhs.uk/news/uhcw-patients-are-the-first-in-the-west-midlands-to-benefit-from-breakthrough-bladder-cancer-test/

📺 Look out for more on this story on BBC Midlands Today.

Patients in the Midlands are the first to benefit from the introduction of a simple and accurate new test for bladder cancer. The GALEAS Bladder test requires a urine sample and can be done at home.

19/08/2026

Looking after our mental health and wellbeing matters all year round.

This summer, there are free local resources and support available across Coventry and Warwickshire to help you feel your best.

NHS Talking Therapies - https://www.talkingtherapies.covwarkpt.nhs.uk/
Dimensions of Health and Wellbeing - https://dimensions.covwarkpt.nhs.uk/
The Recovery and Wellbeing Academy - https://www.recoveryandwellbeing.co.uk/