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Visiting Restrictions implemented at Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
Over the last week, we have seen a significant increase in Norovirus cases across our hospital sites. The impact of the Norovirus outbreak has affected a number of wards and resulted in a series of bed closures which is causing exceptional pressure on the system.
Time to talk things through? New campaign promoting 24/7 urgent mental health service
A new Cardiff and Vale University Health Board campaign has launched, reminding the public that no one must suffer with their mental health alone.
Celebrating Neurodiversity: Meet some of our Project SEARCH interns
As a proud Project SEARCH organisation, Cardiff and Vale University Health Board offers young people with autism and/or learning disabilities supported internships across a range of different departments.
'He's everything the NHS stands for and needs' | Meet March 2025's Health Hero
Dr Stephen Jolles, Consultant Clinical Immunologist, has been crowned March’s Health Hero for his dedication and commitment to improving the lives of patients with rare conditions.
Welsh public organisations pledge new approach focused on the bereaved and survivors of public tragedies
Organisations across Wales have signed a charter which commits them to responding to public tragedies with openness, transparency and accountability.
Landmark law in Wales to end profit from children in care
The Health and Social Care (Wales) Bill has today received Royal Assent. The new law, passed by the Senedd in February, will improve services for children, families and disabled people.
Health Secretary response to latest NHS Wales performance data: January and February 2025
Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care, Jeremy Miles, responds to the latest NHS Wales performance data.
World Kidney Day: The Youth Worker Transforming Lives at CAV's Renal Unit
When the David Thomas Unit (DTU) had an influx of young people as patients, Cardiff and Vale University Health Board knew it was more important than ever to have a resource for young people needing dialysis.
Additional funding to help those through difficult times
An extra £3m is being invested in bereavement services across Wales to help ensure everyone can access the support they need, when they need it.
Welsh schools helping to boost children’s vegetable intake
Almost 500 schools are taking part in the ‘Eat Them to Defeat Them’ campaign, helping more than 100,000 children eat more vegetables and make healthier food choices.
‘Bring Me Sunshine’ – a concert in aid of Dinas Powys Voluntary Concern 4th April 2025
Barry Ladies Choir & Vale Associated Training Brass Band present BRING ME SUNSHINE - a concert in aid of Dinas Powys Voluntary Concern.
14 March 2025 | National Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist Day
Friday 14 March is National Cancer CNS (Clinical Nurse Specialist) Day - an opportunity to celebrate the highly skilled Cancer Nurse Specialists working within Cardiff and Vale University Health Board.
Upcoming Co-reflection sessions for the peer workforce in Cardiff and Vale
Recovery Cymru is delighted to share information about three upcoming co-reflection sessions they are hosting for 'people who offer peer support to others' in Cardiff and Vale (substance use/co-occurring mental health).
Vacancy with Shelter Cymru
Vacancy for a part time Administrative Assistant. Closing date 10am on 28th March 2025.
Record high alcohol related deaths in Wales highlight urgent public health concerns
Latest figures on substance misuse from Public Health Wales have revealed worrying trends in alcohol-related deaths and hospital admissions across the country.
Public Health Outcomes Framework reporting tool updated with latest data
Public Health Wales has refreshed the indicators in the Public Health Outcomes Framework reporting tool.
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board Updated Escalation Status | 11th March 2025
On 11th March 2025, the Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care, Jeremy Miles MS announced that the escalation status of Cardiff and Vale University Health Board has increased to Level 4 (targeted intervention) for finance, strategy and planning.
New Chief Healthcare Science Officer for Wales appointed
Victoria Heath has been appointed as Wales’ first Chief Healthcare Science Officer.
Changes to ambulance response to focus on saving more lives
Changes to improve how ambulances respond to 999 emergency calls will help to save more lives and improve people’s outcomes.
Ripple Effects Review of Behavioural Science Support
A new Public Health Wales commissioned report has used Realist Ripple Effects Mapping to explore recent behavioural science support across the public health system.