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Health Secretary response to latest NHS Wales performance data: April and May 2025
Health Secretary Jeremy Miles has today announced £120 million to fund a plan to eliminate long waits and reduce the size of the waiting list this year.
Help Shape Diabetes Support – Survey Now Live
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board has launched a survey to better understand the needs of people living with pre- and type 2 diabetes.
Wide inequalities in cancer death rates in Wales remain - with no recent improvement
New official statistics from the Welsh Cancer Intelligence and Surveillance Unit (WCISU) show that cancer remains the leading cause of mortality in Wales, accounting for a quarter of all deaths in 2024.
NHS Wales empowers public with free diabetes prevention and management apps
Three powerful apps are now available to tackle Wales' growing diabetes challenge – complementing successful face-to-face programme that has already helped more than 10,000 people.
New report encourages the expansion of international health partnerships in Wales and showcases international mutual learning for Wales
This latest Progress Report for 2022-2024 on the International Health Coordination Centre (IHCC) demonstrates that it continues to raise the profile of international health activity in Wales, highlighting the achievements, mutual learning, and benefits of international partnerships over the previous two years.
NHS Wales diabetes prevention programme cuts risk of developing type 2 diabetes by nearly a quarter
The All-Wales Diabetes Prevention Programme (AWDPP) is successfully preventing or delaying type 2 diabetes, according to an evaluation report released today by Public Health Wales.
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board colleagues recognised in the King's Birthday Honours List 2025
We would like to wish a huge congratulations to four colleagues, past and present, who have been recognised for their incredible services and achievements in the King’s Birthday Honours List.
Cervical Screening Awareness Week | Your questions answered
Cervical cancer screening is one of the best ways to protect yourself from cervical cancer — but 1 in 4 people don’t attend their appointment.
"Huw has brought everyone closer" – Celebrating Learning Disability Week
Through his internship with Project SEARCH, Huw Williams has brought enthusiasm, dedication and hard work to every department he’s worked in across the health board. His experience has not only allowed him to grow on a personal level but has also had a positive and meaningful impact on teams around him.
Health Secretary announces £120 million to carry on cutting waiting times
Health Secretary, Jeremy Miles, today announced a £120 million package to fund Wales’ ambitious plans to continue cutting waiting times and the waiting list this year.
Wales to become world’s first ‘Marmot nation’ to tackle health inequalities
Wales will become a Marmot nation as part of the Welsh Government’s ongoing work to tackle health inequalities.
Young carers encouraged to benefit from support
A new Welsh Government campaign aims to help young people recognise when they are carers and connect them with available support.
GPs trained to spot endometriosis earlier
GPs across Wales are being trained to recognise the symptoms of endometriosis earlier, to help improve women's care and diagnosis.
FoodShare Pantry Scoops Well-Deserved Community Award
GVS' FoodShare Pantry volunteer team has scooped up another award, this time for Best Community Group in the Bro Radio Community Awards.
Online Information Session Differences between Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis
Versus Arthritis Online Information Session on Thursday 10th July 12pm-1pm. There will be an opportunity for questions. Everyone is welcome!
Open farm visitors reminded to take safety precautions when visiting farms.
Ahead of Open Farm Sunday on 8 June 2025, Public Health Wales is reminding visitors to open farms of a few simple steps to help keep people safe when enjoying farm visits.
New report reveals details of stark inequalities in cancer incidence rates across Wales
People in Wales face differences in rates of cancer depending on their housing, job and ethnicity, according to a new study by Public Health Wales’ Welsh Cancer Intelligence and Surveillance Unit (WCISU).
Survey reveals that people in Wales believe that primary care services should support non-medical issues
A new survey has found that 80 per cent of people in Wales believe primary care services (e.g. community pharmacies, optometrists, dentists and GP surgeries) have a role in supporting people with everyday issues like diet, housing and staying physically active.
Minister for Children and Social Care visits UHL to find out more about award-winning animation
Dawn Bowden, the Welsh Government’s Minister for Children and Social Care, spent the morning at the Children’s Centre to learn more about an award-winning animation known as QuickChange.
Cardiff hospital patient turned volunteer wins prestigious national award
David White, a dedicated Patient Befriender Volunteer who is part of our Patient Experience Team with Cardiff and Vale University Health Board, has been honoured with the prestigious Healthcare Volunteer of the Year award at Skills for Health’s - Our Health Heroes Awards 2025.