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'You could see how dedicated she was in delivering her patients the best care." | Meet May 2025's Health Hero
Healthcare Support Worker Hannah Rosewell has been named May’s Health Hero in recognition of her outstanding care and compassion for emergency gynaecology patients.
"Hydrotherapy sessions have taken years off the progression of my muscle-wasting condition"
When Charles Gibbs was approaching his 30s, he started noticing small but significant changes to his physical health.
Calling all wizards, mages and fellow spellcasters!
Autism Spectrum Connections Cymru’s second Dungeons and Dragons group is now up and running. It offers the opportunity to connect with others, build confidence and boost your wellbeing through the structure of this popular role-playing game.
Lung cancer patient Craig Maxwell to set sail on a 72-mile row to bring hope to cancer patients across Wales
On the 19th May, Craig Maxwell will begin an extraordinary rowing journey which will take him from Tenby to Cardiff, with the aim of raising £250 000 for QuicDNA Max.
Cardiff and Vale UHB recognised twice for excellence at the Vaccination Saves Lives (VSL) Awards
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board was recognised twice for excellence at the Vaccination Saves Lives (VSL) Awards 2025.
Young voices shape future of care at Wales summit
Children and young people with care experience gathered in Cardiff over the weekend for Wales' fourth annual care summit.
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.
Update on Cryptosporidium cases linked to Cowbridge farm visits
An on-going investigation into cases of cryptosporidium at a Cowbridge farm has now confirmed 74 cases.
Additional funding to boost testing and end new transmissions of HIV by 2030
A free and confidential online HIV testing service will be expanded with new funding to support measures to eliminate new transmissions.
£5m to make playgrounds and play areas fun-tastic
Children’s playgrounds and play spaces across Wales are to be improved so youngsters have better opportunities to play within their local communities.
Mental Health Awareness Week: Community Mental Health Support
Community is vital for our mental health and wellbeing, and is this year’s theme for Mental Health Awareness Week.
Family and Friends at recovery Cymru, Insight session
Our Family & Friends Insight Sessions are here to help you or someone you know navigate the challenges of a loved one’s alcohol or drug use - or their recovery. Join us for an insightful session led by Susie Boxall from the Recovery and Wellbeing College.
Mental Health & Wellbeing survey for young people 11-25 years
Mental Health & Wellbeing survey for young people 11-25 years. Your thoughts and views can have an impact.
Secondary school girls in Wales report their problematic social media use is double that of boys
New findings from Public Health Wales, in partnership with The School Health Research Network at Cardiff University, show that secondary school aged girls have much higher rates of self-reported problematic social media use than boys.
Three Cardiff and Vale UHB colleagues awarded Florence Nightingale Foundation Leadership Scholarships
With International Day of the Midwife last Monday and International Nurses Day approaching we are delighted that three Cardiff and Vale UHB colleagues have secured Florence Nightingale Foundation Leadership Scholarships.
Opening the digital front door to the NHS in Wales
People across Wales are being encouraged to download the NHS Wales App to access a wide range of services digitally.
Invitation: Llantwit Major Event - All Welcome
The Vale 50+ Strategy Forum is excited to announce their second of three community events for this year. Join us on Thursday, May 22nd from 2 PM to 4 PM at CF61, Station Road, Llantwit Major, CF61 1ST
Public Health Wales invites colleagues to connect with Behavioural Science Unit as new report highlights impact
Public Health Wales invites colleagues and partners across NHS Wales to contact its Behavioural Science Unit (BSU) to explore how behavioural science can help improve their work, supported by insights from the unit’s newly published annual report.
Key organisations join forces for launch of new Director of Public Health annual report
Organisations across Cardiff and Vale came together for the formal launch of the new Director of Public Health annual report.