This year’s Welsh Public Health Conference will be taking place on Wednesday 22 October in Glamorgan Cricket, Sophia Gardens, Cardiff.

Wales has become one of the first nations in the world to start vaccinating people against the sexually transmitted infection gonorrhoea. 

A new course for health and social care staff will help meet the needs of Welsh-speaking patients and develop the Welsh language skills of the workforce.

The number of harmful drinkers could be reduced by nearly 5,000 people under plans to raise the minimum unit price of alcohol in Wales.

In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a luxury but a crucial tool for small charities and community groups. With limited resources, these vital organisations can leverage AI to dramatically enhance efficiency, amplify their impact, and better serve their beneficiaries.

This plan will act as a roadmap for how Cardiff & Vale University Health Board will deliver all services for the next ten years. The plan will be co-produced with our local communities and be built on the values of inclusivity, honestly and consistency.

Too few people know their rights, what they can reasonably expect from services, or how they can play their own part in staying well and that is why Llais is leading The Health and Social Care We Want: a national conversation about creating clearer, fairer, and more person-centred services.

The Volunteering Wales grant scheme supports projects that create meaningful volunteering experiences, remove barriers to participation and make a lasting difference in communities.

Staff on our Nephrology (kidney) and transplant wards have been the first to use and experience our new electronic prescribing system. This system replaces paper medication charts with digital devices.

Ideal for small businesses, remote workers & entrepreneurs looking for a professional yet affordable setup!

Cardiff & the Vale Parents' Federation is excited to announce that nominations for this year’s Understanding Disabilities recognition program are now officially open!

On World Hepatitis Day, new data from Public Health Wales shows progress towards eliminating hepatitis B and C in Wales. 

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is pleased to announce that the SWAN (Syndromes Without A Name) Clinic, based at University Hospital of Wales, has secured recurrent funding following a successful three-year pilot.

The next Chief Executive of the NHS in Wales will be Jacqueline Totterdell, currently the Group Chief Executive Officer, St George’s, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group.

Bro Radio is running a free 12 12 week course for young people aged 11 – 18 which starts on Tuesday 16th September 6-8pm at the Old School in Llantwit Major.

As the season brings longer days and brighter skies, we’re continuing our mission to support older people across Cardiff and the Vale with services that make a real difference.

Here are some grants and funds that will be closing shortly.

Shout! is focused on services that provide independent, person-led, non-statutory advocacy that help young people speak up, make informed choices, and secure their rights. Especially in systems where they are often excluded, misunderstood, or marginalised.

They’re focusing on organisations working with care-experienced young people, LGBT+ young people, and young people with learning disabilities and/or neurodivergences.

Do you want a new and exciting role as part of a fun team? We are looking for an Activity Coordinator to develop and expand the services we run at our hub to benefit the local community. The role will be based at Y Galon, Cowbridge.

Grants of up to £5k are now available for charities and community groups that are working on projects and initiatives to lower carbon footprint, save energy costs and improve energy-efficiency ratings.