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New study from Public Health Wales helps professionals to understand which groups need more support to quit smoking
New analysis conducted by Public Health Wales aims to help health professionals and policymakers focus their efforts at reducing smoking.
Consultant Paediatric Ophthalmologist Patrick Watts honoured at prestigious St David Awards
Last week at a ceremony in the Senedd, Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon Patrick Watts received the Public Service Award at the Welsh Government’s St David Awards, presented by First Minister of Wales, Eluned Morgan.
New deal to improve access to NHS care and cut waiting times
A new deal between the NHS and the public is at the heart of a plan to continue to drive down the longest waiting times this year.
What are your views on the Active Travel Act Guidance?
Transport for Wales are gathering views on the Active Travel Act Guidance, and they need your input to help inform their recommendations for light revisions to part 2.
Dementia Friendly Barry presents ‘Turning Barry Blue’
An open event to raise the awareness and tackle the stigma that surrounds dementia, on Wednesday 21st May at Barry Library
Dementia Friendly Penarth presents ‘Turning Penarth Blue’
Join us for an open event to raise awareness and challenge the stigma surrounding dementia on Thursday 22nd May at the Paget Rooms, Penarth
Shaping Our Future Wellbeing and the Third Sector in the Vale of Glamorgan information sheet launched by GVS
Glamorgan Voluntary Services (GVS) has published an informative new resource, "Shaping Our Future Wellbeing and the Third Sector in the Vale of Glamorgan."
Barry Bike Club Returns for 2025
The Vale of Glamorgan Council has announced the return of the Barry Bike Club.
Childhood dental extraction under general anaesthetic remain below pre-pandemic levels
Dental public health experts highlight small increases in childhood dental extractions under general anaesthesia from 2022/23 to 2023/24.
People experiencing homelessness in Cardiff offered vital TB checks as part of major partnership event
Almost 100 people experiencing homelessness took up the offer of vital checks for tuberculosis (TB) and blood-borne viruses at two special clinics held in the heart of Cardiff.
Visiting Restrictions at Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
The impact of the Norovirus outbreak continues to affect a number of wards which is causing exceptional pressure on the system.
New vision to reduce suicide deaths in Wales and improve support for people who self-harm
An ambitious new drive to create a more compassionate approach to understanding the causes of and responding to suicide and self-harm will help to save lives.
Cardiff & Vale Action for Mental Health funding opportunity
This final round aims to support new and existing mental health well-being groups in Cardiff & the Vale of Glamorgan that are run by people who have experienced mental health issues. Groups can apply for up to £400. Closing date for applications is 2nd May 2025
Do you have experience of accessing perinatal mental health services in Cardiff and the Vale
Join our Cardiff & Vale Caniad team on the 30th of April for an opportunity to share your experiences and help shape the future of perinatal support groups.
Y Galon Community Hub is looking into the want and need for a monthly Parkinson's Drop In Cafe
It's Parkinson's Awareness Month in April and Y Galon Community Hub is looking into the want and need for a monthly Parkinson's Drop In Cafe, to be held at our premises in Cowbridge.
Still Time to #Lovewhereyoulive and Join thousands Of Litter Picking Heroes across Wales to Spring Clean Cymru
The annual litter picking campaign runs until Sunday 6 April.
Public Health Wales launches new Primary Care Clusters profiling tool
Public Health Wales has launched a new Primary Care Clusters profiling tool to help stakeholders better understand and utilise primary care cluster data.
New ratings system for care services launches in Wales
A new inspection ratings system for care services in Wales comes into force on 1 April to help ensure people receive the best possible care.
Parkinson's week open afternoon at Y Galon, Cowbridge
It's Parkinson's Awareness Month in April and Y Galon Community Hub is looking into the want and need for a monthly Parkinson's Drop In Cafe, to be held at our premises in Cowbridge.