On International Clinical Trials Day, we take a look at the work of research and development teams throughout Cardiff and Vale University Health Board over the past year.

This week we have been marking Dementia Action Week by highlighting how our staff, partners and local communities can help support those living with dementia.

Public Health Wales, Wales’ National Public Health Institute, has appointed Iain Bell as the new National Director for Public Health Knowledge and Research to lead its work to build and mobilise data, knowledge and research to improve health and well-being across Wales.

Carers Trust South East Wales has an exciting agenda for their next Carers Expert Panel, Thursday 10th June 1pm.

As part of Carers Week (7-13 June) Carers Trust South East Wales are running a special carers art competition! We have some great prizes up for grabs and we are encouraging anyone with an interest in art or photography to enter, no matter what your skill level.

Health and Social Services Minister Eluned Morgan has set-out plans for a £100m investment to kick-start the health and care system’s recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Volunteers in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan are needed to take part in a research study that is looking at how effective it is to give a COVID-19 vaccine at the same time as the seasonal flu vaccine. 

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Now, more than ever, there’s never been a better time to say “Thank You” to your local NHS.  Have a cuppa, a cake and raise some cash for Cardiff & Vale Health Charity by taking part in the NHS Big Tea campaign. 

Cardiff and Vale UHB is delighted to announce that it has recently completed the first phase of its Refit programme of work to reduce carbon emissions and wasted energy.

HIV Testing Week is the 14-24 May 2021, this is a biannual campaign that encourages partner organisations in community, health care and policy institutions throughout Wales to unite for one week twice a year to increase testing efforts and promote awareness of the benefits of earlier hepatitis and HIV testing.

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is delighted to announce that it has achieved continued ISO 14001 accreditation following an external audit by the British Standard Institute (BSI). This recognises the work it has done as part of its environmental management programme.

Ahead of National Operating Department Practitioners (ODP) Day, we asked Nicola Morley, an ODP in our main theatres at UHW, to share a day in her working life.

Alcohol misuse affects millions every day, causing worsened mental and physical health. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) has reported that deaths attributed to alcohol misuse in England and Wales have dramatically increased.

Action For Elders has introduced Balanced Lives at Home - a new programme of online services - to help older people and those who care for them through Covid-19.

People and Homes Conference 2021 comes at a critical moment for Wales.From the trauma of the past year has emerged vital lessons for the future. As we head into the next Welsh Government term there are unique opportunities to get to the root of Wales’s housing emergency.

Nearly two thirds of people in Wales are estimated to have antibodies to help protect them against Covid-19.

Whether for friends, family or Customers….. This Guide has been produced with 2021 graduates in mind, but current students and recent graduates may also find it helpful…….. 

The Research and Evaluation Division at Public Health Wales, in partnership with University of Bristol and Wales Council for Voluntary Action, have launched a national survey to hear from volunteers and those who have informally given up their time to help their communities respond to COVID-19.

Adults are more likely to report mild and moderate side-effects after mixing doses of the AstraZeneca and Pfizer Covid vaccines, a study indicates.