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  • Featured news item: Mental health support across the Black Country during the Christmas and New Year period

    Published on: 23 December 2025

    Christmas and New Year can be difficult for some people. If you are struggling with your mental health, or are worried about someone else, support is available. This page lists mental health helplines and services across the Black Country that are open during the festive period. A mental health emergency should be taken as seriously as a physical emergency. You will not be wasting anyone’s time.

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  • West Midlands Mayor visits WorkWell programme at Blakenall Village Centre

    Published on: 21 January 2026
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  • Get fast NHS help this winter – your local pharmacy can treat common illnesses

    Published on: 21 January 2026
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  • Registration now open for February conference on autistic perception in Black and minoritised ethnic communities

    Published on: 16 January 2026
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  • Helping families access trusted health advice – use and share the Black Country 0-18 website

    Published on: 15 January 2026
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  • Trust harnesses nature to boost mental wellbeing during winter months 

    Published on: 15 January 2026

    With up to 1.6 million people in the UK living with Seasonal Affective Disorder, healthcare professionals across the Black Country are using nature to tackle mental health issues and promote wellbeing during colder, darker months.

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  • Save the Date: Free Online Autism Conference – February 2026

    Published on: 23 December 2025

    Hosted by Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, Community Connexions, and Community Partners, this event will bring together autistic people, families, community organisations, and professionals to address inequalities in autism support among Black and minoritised ethnic communities across the Black Country.

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  • Sanctuary Hubs – Festive Opening Hours & Support

    Published on: 22 December 2025

    We understand that the festive season can be a challenging time, and we want to reassure you that our Sanctuary Hubs will remain open as usual throughout the festive period. Find out more.

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  • Walsall artist has work displayed at Dorothy Pattison Older Adults Unit

    Published on: 22 December 2025

    A painting created by a Walsall-based artist has been unveiled and installed, just in time for Christmas.

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  • Public urged to use NHS as normal over weekend of strike action

    Published on: 20 December 2025

    The NHS is reminding the public to continue coming forward for care as normal over the last two days of strike action this weekend.

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  • WorkWell delivers strong youth engagement in the Black Country

    Published on: 17 December 2025
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  • Think which service

    Published on: 15 December 2025

    Do you know which service you should use to get the right support at the right time? As temperatures drop and nights draw in, it is important to remember that winter conditions can seriously affect your health. The NHS is here for you with local health and care professionals ready to help. All you need to know is which service is right for your needs, at the right time.

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  • Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust names Saba Gondal deputy chair

    Published on: 12 December 2025

    Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust has appointed Saba Gondal as deputy chair, a substantive role following her interim position since June 2025.

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