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News archive - Press Releases and Statements

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Order your prescriptions

23rd August 2023 - Press Releases and Statements

Ahead of the August bank holiday (Monday 28 August), people in the Black Country are being encouraged to order any repeat prescriptions they may need now.

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Widespread clinical support for reforming NHS cancer standards to speed up diagnosis for patients

17th August 2023 - Press Releases and Statements

Thousands of people referred for urgent cancer checks every month are set to be diagnosed and treated sooner, as the NHS reforms its cancer standards to reflect what matters most to patients and to align with modern clinical practice. 

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A greener BCPS on the horizon

9th August 2023 - Press Releases and Statements

A new system is set to be introduced to Black Country Pathology Services to reduce plastic use following a successful trial within primary care.

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Cytology turnaround times best in UK

1st August 2023 - Press Releases and Statements

Cytology champions at Black Country Pathology Services (BCPS) have achieved the best turnaround times for cervical screening results in the country – an “outstanding” achievement for a department that has had to adapt to significant change over the last few years.

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Managing your child’s asthma over the summer holidays

31st July 2023 - Press Releases and Statements

As the school holidays start, parents and carers in the Black Country are being reminded of the importance of managing their child’s asthma over the summer break.