Strengthening the role of GPs in Wales will be vital in improving patient healthcare and tackling NHS waiting lists.

Supporting people to reach out for help if they are struggling with self-harm or thoughts of suicide will help to save lives.

Whether you're concerned about falls prevention, detection, or just want to learn how to stay healthy and independent, this event is for you.

We are aware of some initially inaccurate information which was shared by Mind Cardiff which suggests that funding for Mental Health services has been cut within the Cardiff area. 

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is proud to support International Women’s Day 2025. The theme this year is Accelerate Action which emphasises the urgency of advancing gender equality and we are highlighting the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Research Team.

Real-time insights will be shared by health boards across Wales to celebrate the breadth of care and thousands of dedicated staff across the NHS.

The updated version of the Directory of Services for Older People in the Vale and Cardiff is now available

While over half of people in Wales have made looking after their health a high priority, many are experiencing a decline in their physical and mental well-being, according to the latest Time to Talk Public Health survey from Public Health Wales.

The Cardiff and Vale Weight Management Service is seeing an increasing number of people enquiring about injectable weight-loss medication, which currently has a waiting list of more than 12 months. 

You are invited to attend our Patient and Public Interest Group (PAPIG) meeting, which will be held online on March 18^th between 10am and 11.15am.

Barry Ladies Choir are looking forward to singing at Barry Town Council’s International Women’s Day coffee morning on Friday 7th March at Cemetery Approach Community Centre, Barry CF62 8BQ.

In the Spotlight this month is Shahila Zia, a Senior ePMA Pharmacy Technician, based at the Pharmacy in University Hospital of Wales.

A new study by Public Health Wales and Bangor University, published in the journal BMC Public Health, has found that adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and negative school experiences increase the risk of poorer mental health and wellbeing into adulthood.

The Health Board understands how important breastfeeding support groups are in local communities and to ensure that we provide the right support in the right place we want to speak to parents that live in the Cardiff Bay and Grangetown area.

A further 200 nurses and doctors from Kerala in India will be recruited to join the health service in Wales.

Public Health Wales has launched a new study to explore how later life experiences impact health and wellbeing in Wales.

This Heart Month Consultant Cardiologist Professor Zaheer Yousef reflects on a remarkable life and career, that will soon see him collect an OBE from the King.

Health Secretary, Jeremy Miles, is in India this week to reaffirm and strengthen Wales’ healthcare links with the country.

Free Bowel Cancer Awareness Talks: Book your talk today. It’s a fantastic annual opportunity to educate your business, organisation or community group about the disease by joining us for a free virtual awareness talk.

You are cordially invited to the EmpowerMind event coming up on March 19^th, 10.30am - 3:30pm at Cornerstone on Charles St Cardiff.