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Free online workshop
The Expert Patient Programme (EPP) is running an online free NHS 3-hour Living Well While Caring Workshop on Monday 2nd June from 10am - 1pm via Microsoft Teams.
Public Health Wales urges eligible people to come forward for their COVID-19 spring vaccination
Public Health Wales is urging eligible people in Wales to have their free COVID-19 spring vaccination to protect them against serious illness.
Cardiff and Vale UHB Podiatry Service wins international recognition for Diabetic foot care
The Journal of Wound Care Awards 2025 recently awarded Cardiff and Vale University Health Board’s Podiatry service with the Best Diabetic Foot Intervention Award.
Longest waits for NHS treatment fall by two-thirds in 4 months
Long waits for treatments in Wales have fallen by two-thirds in the last 4 months.
Carers Wales: Me Time Session Understanding Power of Attorney
📅 Date: Tuesday 10th June 🕒 Time: 11am – 12:30pm 📍 Location: Online via MS Teams
Save the date!
Join the incredible volunteers at Autism Spectrum Connections Cymru with our first Big Lunch, taking place at 21 High Street on 6 June! It will kick off at 2pm.
Lansio’r ymgynghoriad ar Gynllun Drafft Hawliau Pobl Anabl
Mae Llywodraeth Cymru wedi lansio ymgynghoriad ar ei Chynllun Drafft Hawliau Pobl Anabl, sy'n nodi uchelgais gadarnhaol ar gyfer hyrwyddo hawliau a chyfleoedd pob person anabl ledled Cymru dros y degawd nesaf.
Launch of consultation on Draft Disabled People’s Rights plan
The Welsh Government has launched a consultation on its Draft Disabled People’s Rights plan, setting out a positive ambition for advancing the rights and opportunities of all disabled people across Wales over the next decade. The consultation is open until 7 August 2025.
Unified strategy needed to drive Public Health Research collaboration in Wales
A robust Academic Public Health Research (APHR) environment in Wales is crucial for addressing population health challenges, advancing innovation, and supporting economic growth.
Proportion of children with a healthy weight remains higher than pre-pandemic level
The most recent annual report of the Public Health Wales Child Measurement Programme shows that the number of children aged 4-5 years who were of a healthy weight is now higher than before the pandemic, with 73.5 per cent of children being in that category.
'The in-person support was life-changing' - Ryan's journey to quit smoking
Ryan Muir, 40, from Splott, was just a teenager when he tried his very first cigarette.
In the Spotlight - Corey Davies
‘In The Spotlight’ this month is Corey Davies. Corey is a Clinical Scientist within the Lung Function and Sleep Apnoea service. He is shortlisted for the Rising Star Award at the 2025 UK Advancing Healthcare Awards this week.
Transformation of Outdoor Space at Cardiff Assessment Centre Set to Benefit Hundreds of Children with Complex Needs
A rundown outdoor area at the Llandough Children’s Assessment Centre (LCAC) in Llandough, Penarth underwent a remarkable transformation this week, thanks to a community-driven initiative coordinated by WellChild, the national charity for seriously ill children.
New App, 'Get There Together' Launched to Support People Living with Dementia
A new app, Get There Together, has been launched to help individuals living with dementia and their families and carers to bolster confidence, continue to engage with daily routines and access services in their communities.
Bro Radio unveils 2025 Community Awards Finalists
Bro Radio has unveiled the 33 finalists in this year's Community Awards with Chris Davies Estate Agents. Among the finalists is FoodShare Pantry who have been nominated in the category of Best Community Group.
Farm visitors reminded about hand washing as Cowbridge farm outbreak reaches 81 cases
Public Health Wales is reminding visitors to open farms to follow good hygiene practices when visiting farms. Seven new cases of cryptosporidium have been identified in association with visits to a Cowbridge farm in March and April 2025.
Welsh parks helping children communicate
Symbol based boards have been installed in parks across Wales to help children with speech and language barriers communicate easily.
New monthly Drop In sessions at Y Galon
Following the success of our Parkinson's Month Open afternoon, With Music In Mind and Parkinson's Cymru have teamed up to start an new monthly drop in cafe for those living with Parkinson's disease and their families/carers. The session will run on the second Wednesday of the month from 2.30pm – 4pm
Dementia Action Week 19th to 25th May - "Virtual Dementia Friends Sessions"
During Dementia Action Week, the Alzheimer’s Society Dementia Friends Team are aiming to make 7000 Dementia Friends – that’s 1000 a day! The Team will be running virtual information sessions every weekday Monday 19 May to Friday 23 May at 10am, 1pm and 5pm. These sessions will be delivered on Zoom and everybody is welcome.
Public Health Wales develops new approach to put prevention at the heart of health and care in Wales.
Public health experts in Wales say supporting people to stay well is key to addressing some of the current challenges facing the health and care system.