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Bipolar UK survey
Bipolar UK is conducting a survey specifically in Wales to gauge the appetite and need for their Peer support groups and other peer support services in Wales.
Autumn - Free on line workshops to help protect vulnerable people from carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning
You can help protect vulnerable people that you support by booking on to one of our free, hour long (9.30 - 10.30) and interactive Zoom workshops delivered by the Gas Safe Charity.
University students urged to put vaccination on their to do list to avoid serious illness
Public Health Wales is urging new and current students arriving at university this autumn to ensure that they are up to date with all their childhood vaccinations, and so avoid serious illnesses such as meningitis, measles and septicaemia.
Public Health Wales has published guidance for addressing vaping among secondary school-age learners
Public Health Wales has produced an information and guidance resource on vaping for secondary-aged learners in Wales. The document provides data and evidence-based information for schools including how they can respond to and help address vaping within their setting through policy, practices, and curriculum content.
Wales has seen a downward trend in rates of tuberculosis (TB) over the last decade
Wales has seen a 36 per cent decrease in the incidence of TB over the last decade, falling from a peak of 4.6 cases per 100,000 population in 2013 to 2.8 cases per 100,000 people in 2021.
Celebrating the health benefits of the new 20 mph speed limit
As a new week of school and work begins with a 20 mph speed limit in place, public health experts are welcoming the health benefits it will bring. Evidence shows that not only will 20mph reduce the risk of traffic crashes, it can also help people feel safer to walk and cycle more. That in turn will improve people’s physical health by helping to fight obesity and improve their mental well-being.
The Hangout mental health support and activity hub for young people opens in Cardiff
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board and Platfform are delighted to announce the official opening of The Hangout — a mental health and emotional wellbeing support and activity hub for young people.
'I donated my kidney to a stranger – and it's one the best things I've ever done'
Anne Keeling described donating a kidney to a stranger as one of her life’s greatest achievements. The 59-year-old, who has recently retired, puts the procedure alongside raising a family and her successful career in communications.
Welsh Government response to latest NHS Wales performance data: July and August 2023
The Welsh Government has responded to the latest NHS Performance data published today (September 21st).
NHS Wales to build a culture of speaking up
New guidance will help NHS Wales to build a culture in which ‘Speaking Up’, is supported safely and all concerns are listened to.
Changes to cell and tissue donation to be introduced in Wales
As part of a four-nation agreement, the Welsh Government has announced that restrictions preventing some LGBTQ+ people from donating tissue, surgical bone and stem cells will be lifted in Wales.
Persistent pain no match for Paralympic dressage horse rider
A Paralympic dressage horse rider, who has overcome persistent pain to fulfil her dreams, has praised the launch of revised guidance by the Welsh Government to improve outcomes and experiences for people suffering from chronic pain.
Just one of many ways we support organisations in the Vale!
GVS’ Design Service extends to pull-up banners, PVC banners, magazines, leaflets, event programmes and lots more! Most recent members’ projects have included designing a PVC banner, pull-up banners, posters and postcards.
Job Vacancy with Shelter Cymru - Training and Events Coordinator
Cardiff office, 21 hours per week £25,824pa (pro rata) - £15,495pa. Fixed Term Contract until September 2024 Closing date: 10am 9 October 2023
Vacancy - Social Walk Leader (Cardiff) with Rainbow Pooch Pride
Walks are calculated at £15 per hour. Rainbow Pooch in the Park lasts two hours and is held monthly. Rainbow Pooch Ramble lasts anything up to four hours and is held quarterly (4 times a year). A fee of £45 per month is allocated towards administration. Dealing for applications: Midnight Friday 29 September 2023
Rainbow Pooch Pride Presents: ‘Running Community Dog Walks’
A Virtual Event for the LGBTQ+ Community on how to read and respond to dog and human behaviour, whilst create brave spaces for connection. Online (Zoom) – Saturday 7 October 2023
Restore the Thaw Landscape Project
Restore the Thaw Landscape is an exciting new project which will deliver biodiversity improvements in the catchment area of the River Thaw in the Vale of Glamorgan.
Launch of type 1 diabetes campaign for GPs
This September we launched a new campaign with Peter’s family to Rewrite Peter’s Story and educate GP practices across the whole of Wales about the signs of type 1 diabetes.
Free online wellbeing Me Time sessions for carers - October
Carers Wales have a calendar of free online training and well-being/information sessions coming up for carers in September (click here) and October (click here).
Newydd Job Vacancy - Digital Support Assistant
35 Hours, Permanent
Tongwynlais, Cardiff with fully flexible agile working options and with some travel in the Vale & Valleys area £20,247 to £21,312. Closing date for applications: midnight Sunday 1 October 2023