A new report from Public Health Wales has detailed how attention is urgently needed to understand the impacts of Brexit on illicit trade in Wales to mitigate potential health harms and deaths linked to illicit drugs, alcohol, and tobacco.

A review of international evidence and practice into the impact of Universal Primary Free School Meals (UPFSM) has shown a wide range of socio-economic benefits both to individuals, communities, and local and national development.

CUBE (Community United Barry 4 Everyone) is looking for your support and help. CUBE has invited an independent researcher Mark Jones to come along to talk to the community on Wednesday 12th and Thursday 13th July.

This Diabetes Week marks the first anniversary of the All Wales Diabetes Prevention Programme (AWDPP). In the first phase of its rollout, the programme has offered support to more than 3,000 people across Wales who are at an increased risk of type 2 diabetes.

Abigail Holmes, Director of Midwifery, said: “The Health Board accepts the findings of the Healthcare Inspectorate Wales report in full and we have taken necessary action to address all immediate concerns outlined.

At Cardiff and Vale University Health Board, 1,400 of our colleagues work in our Capital, Estates and Facilities teams, many of whom are frontline staff and continually strive to deliver the best possible service to patients, staff and visitors.

When Dimitri Azzopardi was born in Cardiff 43 years ago, his family had no idea what was in store for him.  At the age of two he was diagnosed with thalassaemia, a rare genetic disorder where the body doesn’t produce enough haemoglobin which is used by red blood cells to carry oxygen around the body. 

This UK Robotics Week, we are celebrating the successes of the All-Wales Robotic Assisted Surgery Programme. With the aim of improving outcomes for cancer patients in Wales, state-of-the-art surgical robots are supporting colorectal and gynaecological cancer surgeons across Betsi Cadwaladr and Cardiff and Vale University Health Boards to perform precise, minimal access surgery that is of a benefit to the patient.

Congratulations to Jo Morgan; a much loved School Nurses based with the team in the Vale, on her recent outstanding achievement on being inducted into the Knights of St John for her role as a volunteer with St John Ambulance.

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.

A dedicated room for peace, calm and prayer has recently opened at Barry Hospital. The room, called Hafan - Haven, is to be used by staff, patients and family members to take some time out to pause and reflect.

The Minister for Health and Social Services paid a visit to Riverside Health Centre this week to find out how type 2 diabetes patients in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan are benefiting from education and prevention programmes.

A new national phone line for people who require urgent mental health support is being launched today across Wales, the Deputy Minister for Mental Health and Wellbeing, Lynne Neagle, has announced today.

The Welsh Government has exceeded its target for the first phase of expanding its flagship Flying Start programme, Deputy Minister for Social Services Julie Morgan has announced.

The Welsh Government has published new requirements for the NHS in Wales to improve diabetes care and better support people to manage their condition.

A multi-faith church service to celebrate the wealth of talent and diversity of the National Health Service in Wales is one of several activities taking place to mark the 75th anniversary in July.

Do you run a transport scheme to support service users getting to hospital appointments? Tell us about your services and transport options that are available in the Vale of Glamorgan. We can promote this to our social media, networks and health contacts.

Over the weekend of the 10th and 11th of June, Llantwit Major Arts and Crafts Group, who meet at CF61 on a fortnightly basis, hosted their annual exhibition in the main hall. The exhibition featured the work of a number of members of the group in a variety of media, from painting to patchwork. Much of the work was also for sale, from handmade cards to crocheted animals.

A problem shared can make it easier to solve … Join us for this in person workshop to meet colleagues from across your Local Authority to discuss your service delivery problems and explore if others have experience of the same challenges. Is there potential to tackle your issues together?

This practice-based workshop aims to convene colleagues in an informal gathering to encourage conversation and partnership working through facilitated supportive discussion.

Over the weekend of the 3rd and 4th of June at CF61 in Llantwit Major, local artist Sue Dickson had an exhibition and sale of her life’s art work. All proceeds were in aid of the Motor Neurone Disease Association, a cause very close to the heart of the Dickson family. Hoddnant was open to the public between 11am and 3pm both days, with refreshments available for visitors.