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Addressing Gambling Harms in Wales
Gambling-related harm is a growing public health concern, particularly for young people.
Family and Friends at Recovery Cymru
We have a weekly Friends and Family group meeting every Sunday 6pm-7.30pm. We have a monthly meeting we call the insight session held on the last Wednesday of the month, where we discuss a particular topic; self-compassion, sleep, trauma are some of the topics we have and will be discussing.
Glamorgan Voluntary Services launches revenue grant scheme
GVS launches the Supporting Older People in the Vale Third Sector Preventative Interventions Fund 2025. This revenue-only Fund aims to support proposals which improve health, wellbeing and independence for older people in the Vale of Glamorgan.
Organisations can apply for a maximum of £15,000. The deadline for submissions is 12 noon on Friday 30th May 2025
Free mental health training with a focus on the agricultural sector with the DPJ Foundation
The DPJ Foundation, a specialist charity working with the agricultural community, offers free mental health awareness training.
In the Spotlight - Jennie Roe
This month Jennie Roe is 'In the Spotlight'. Jennie Roe is a librarian at the Health Library at the University Hospital of Wales and the Archie Cochrane Library at University Hospital Llandough.
'Every Moment Matters' – Supporting patients receiving end-of-life care
We know how important compassionate, respectful and dignified end-of-life care is for patients and their loved ones. To support this, the Hospital Palliative Care Team has introduced ‘Every Moment Matters’ to help create a calmer, more peaceful environment during this significant time.
"We must act now to transform early years health in Cardiff and Vale"
The health of children in their early years is “increasingly under threat” by rising obesity rates, growing poverty levels and declining vaccination rates.
Free prescriptions in Wales ‘extended my life’
Since 2007, Welsh pharmacies have dispensed more than one billion items, helping millions manage their health conditions effectively and free of charge.
'I have a fantastic set of colleagues and staff in Cardiff who are dedicated to their roles' | Watch the third episode of Saving Lives in Cardiff on Tuesday
In the third episode of Saving Lives in Cardiff, we meet three more incredible surgeons and their teams as they treat patients in the Welsh capital.
The Voice star sings praises of UHW staff after undergoing lifesaving heart operation
A Welsh singer-songwriter who underwent lifesaving open heart surgery has described the cardiology team who operated on him as “magical superheroes”.
'They are the most resilient people I've ever met' - Meet the team supporting teenagers and young adults with cancer
Teenage years are a time of new experiences and growing independence, but for some, a cancer diagnosis puts this all on hold.
Health Secretary response to latest NHS Wales performance data: February and March 2025
Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care, Jeremy Miles, responds to the latest NHS Wales performance data.
Keeping Yourself Well this Easter
Each Easter holidays we see an influx of patients to our Emergency Unit with injuries like fractures, sprains and burns. It’s easy to get excited about being out and about in the spring sun (we are too), but we encourage you to take care, and to choose well if you think you or someone else requires urgent health support.
New Radiotherapy Unit to Improve Access to Vital Cancer Treatments
A new NHS radiotherapy unit in Abergavenny will be officially named the Velindre @ Nevill Hall Radiotherapy Unit.
Macmillan Cancer Support – Working together to improve the cancer journey
If you or someone you love has experienced a cancer diagnosis we want to hear your experiences and together create change. Join us at Asda Cardiff Bay Community Room on Tuesday 29th April 10.30am – 12noon
Llais - Your voice matters
Llais are eager to hear your experiences with NHS and social care services.
Cardiff and Vale Regional Partnership Board Annual Conference Friday May 16th
You are cordially invited to the Cardiff and Vale Regional Partnership Board Annual Conference! Join us on Friday, May 16, 2025 at Temple of Peace for a day filled with insightful discussions and networking opportunities.
Public Health Wales urges families to take precautions during lambing season
With Easter fast approaching and many families planning visits to farms and petting zoos, Public Health Wales is reminding visitors of the potential health risks associated with animal contact and how to stay safe.
'The best part about my role is the people' | Watch the second episode of Saving Lives in Cardiff on Wednesday
Watch the second episode of Saving Lives in Cardiff on BBC One Wales and BBC Two on Wednesday, 16th April to get a behind-the-scenes insight into the incredible life-changing work being carried in paediatrics, neurosurgery and breast surgery.
Framework for increasing employment opportunities in underrepresented groups wins at the British HR Awards
Congratulations to the People Resourcing Team at Cardiff and Vale University Health Board who won the Recruitment Initiative of the Year award, and received a Highly Commended award for the Diversity and Inclusion Initiative of the year, at this year’s British HR Awards.