Health in Wales News

Sexual health in the over 50s a key discussion point at conference

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 10:55:55 GMT

The All Wales Sexual Health Network Annual Conference will take place at Cardiff City Stadium on Wednesday, 22 February.

Health Minister officially opens centre of excellence Neuro ward

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:52:45 GMT

The Minister for Health and Social Services, Lesley Griffiths, has officially opened a new Neurosciences High Care Ward which is part of the £18m Neurosurgery Unit in the University Hospital of Wales, designed to be a centre of excellence.

Deputy Minister welcomes Chief Inspector's report

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:47:55 GMT

The Deputy Minister for Social Services Gwenda Thomas has welcomed the Care and Social Services Inspectorate Wales (CSSIW) Chief Inspector’s annual report for 2010-2011, published Monday 20 February.

Go-ahead for £89.9m Ysbyty Glan Clwyd redevelopment

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:42:34 GMT

The final go-ahead has been given for the major redevelopment and refurbishment of Ysbyty Glan Clwyd by Health Minister Lesley Griffiths.

Advice for people with winter vomiting bug

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:37:40 GMT

The Chief Medical Officer for Wales, Dr Tony Jewell, is reminding people with the winter vomiting bug norovirus not to turn up at hospital Emergency Departments for treatment, and not to visit anyone in hospital.

Rugby great helps Wales' top doctor 'convert' workers' health and well-being

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:32:01 GMT

The Chief Medical Officer, Dr Tony Jewell was joined by rugby great Paul Thorburn in the Millennium Stadium to promote the Health at Work Advice Line Wales.

Review of Community Health Councils Announced

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:27:12 GMT

Health Minister Lesley Griffiths has announced a review of Community Health Councils (CHCs) in Wales.

Wales welcomes BMA backing for soft opt-out organ donation system

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:22:12 GMT

The Welsh Government has welcomed the British Medical Association’s backing for a soft opt-out system of organ donation.

Wales' top doctor warns against alcoholic excesses during events

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:17:05 GMT

Wales’ top doctor is reminding people to stay safe and in control while enjoying major events and if accidents do happen, to Choose Well when seeking medical help.

Rural Health Plan breaks down barriers between hospital and community care

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:11:38 GMT

The Minister for Health and Social Services, Lesley Griffiths, has praised the progress of a rural health board towards actively breaking down barriers between hospital and community care.

Deputy Minister sees Flying Start in action

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:04:54 GMT

Gwenda Thomas, Deputy Minister for Children and Social Services, has visited a nursery in Wrexham to see how families in the area are benefiting from the Flying Start scheme.

Outbreak of measles in Gwynedd update

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 16:31:31 GMT

Public Health Wales and Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board are urging parents in Gwynedd to get their children vaccinated with MMR following an increase of measles cases associated with Ysgol Eifionydd School, Porthmadog, Gwynedd.

Public Health Wales to carry out development work on European database of Hepatitis B

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 14:30:53 GMT

Public Health Wales has been contracted by the European Centre for Disease Control (ECDC) to carryout development work on a proposed Hepatitis B (HBV) database for all of Europe.

Saving lives -- Success for suicide prevention skills training

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 11:05:56 GMT

New research from Public Health Wales shows that training given by Mind Cymru’s Positive Choices project is making a real difference to people’s willingness to discuss and tackle suicide and self harm.

Outbreak of measles in Gwynedd

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 15:14:28 GMT

Public Health Wales and Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board are urging parents in Gwynedd to get their children vaccinated with the MMR vaccine following an increase of measles cases associated with Ysgol Eifionydd School, Porthmadog, Gwynedd.

Advice for people with winter vomiting bug

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 15:23:45 GMT

The Chief Medical Officer for Wales, Dr Tony Jewell, is reminding people with the winter vomiting bug norovirus not to turn up at hospital Emergency Departments for treatment unless advised to, and not to visit anyone in hospital.

Review of Community Health Councils Announced

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 15:19:06 GMT

Health Minister Lesley Griffiths today (Tuesday 14 February) announced a review of Community Health Councils (CHCs) in Wales.

The eight CHCs provide a voice for patients and monitor the provision of local health services.

Protection for People with Mental Incapacity HIW and CSSIW Joint Report on Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 12:28:13 GMT

Making decisions for ourselves is something many of us take for granted, but in some circumstances, that right may be taken away from us for our own safety. The Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards provide a legal framework to protect us if this happens.

Alcohol and sex - a dangerous combination

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 13:54:08 GMT

The North Wales Public Health Team of Public Health Wales is using Valentine’s Day as an opportunity to highlight the impact of rising alcohol consumption on sexual health.

Have your say on Welsh language services in health and social care

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:40:24 GMT

The Deputy Minister for Children and Social Services, Gwenda Thomas, has launched a consultation on how to strengthen Welsh language services to meet the care needs of Welsh speakers, their families and carers.

National Preventive Mechanism publishes Annual Report into state of UK Detention: Progress Made

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 12:17:51 GMT

The second annual report of the UK’s National Preventive Mechanism (NPM) is published today, giving an overview of the state of detention in prisons, police custody, children’s secure accommodation, immigration, military and mental health detention.

Appointment of Chair to Cardiff & Vale University Local Health Board

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:34:54 GMT

Health Minister Lesley Griffiths has announced the appointment of Ms Maria Battle as Chair of Cardiff & Vale University Local Health Board. She succeeds Mr David Francis when he stands down on the 31 March 2012.

The rights and voices of children have to be at the heart of the Family Justice System

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:28:53 GMT

The Deputy Minister for Children and Social Services, Gwenda Thomas, has emphasised that the rights and voices of children must be at the heart of the family justice system in Wales.

Campaign to protect children from smoking in cars

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:19:31 GMT

A Welsh Government campaign to protect children from the harmful effect of second hand smoke in cars has begun.

Views sought on Welsh pharmaceutical regulations

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:09:29 GMT

The Welsh Government has opened a consultation on modernising pharmaceutical regulations in Wales.

Winter weather advice

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:40:39 GMT

SNOW news, traffic and weather updates and other useful information, together with advice on health services, are being brought together by Cardiff and Vale University Health Board.

New Drive To Attract More Doctors To Wales

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:51:58 GMT

A fresh campaign to encourage more doctors to apply to work in Wales was launched by Health Minister Lesley Griffiths today.

Appointment to Chair of Cardiff and Vale University Local Health Board

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 09:24:12 GMT

Health Minister Lesley Griffiths today (02/02/2012) announced the appointment of Ms Maria Battle as Chair of Cardiff & Vale University Local Health Board. She succeeds Mr David Francis when he stands down on the 31 March 2012.

BCS Health in Wales special interest group seminar

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 09:56:20 GMT

A BCS Health in Wales seminar will focus on the need for an all-Wales health informatics forum, question whether data linkage and population segmentation tools can be used more efficiently, and discuss ICT in healthcare.

Health Minister calls in to Wales' only adult Cystic Fibrosis unit

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 11:47:43 GMT

Lesley Griffiths, Minister for Health and Social Services, has taken a tour of the only adult Cystic Fibrosis (CF) unit in Wales.

Advice to pregnant women during the lambing season

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 14:54:16 GMT

Women who are, or who may be, pregnant should avoid close contact with animals that are giving birth.

Health Minister applauds Hospice's dignity in end-of-life care

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 10:03:02 GMT

Lesley Griffiths, Minister for Health and Social Services, has commended the high-quality care given at the Marie Curie Hospice in Penarth.

Consultation on new Child Practice Reviews

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 10:40:00 GMT

The Welsh Government has opened a consultation on practice guidance to support the new Child Practice Reviews framework that will replace current Serious Case Review procedures.

Ban on sale of cigarettes from vending machines in Wales -- one week to go

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 10:35:19 GMT

There is one week to go until a new law is introduced in Wales which will ban the sale of cigarettes from vending machines. The move is part of the Welsh Government’s efforts to safeguard young people and children from the harmful effects of smoking.

A Stronger Voice and Real Control in Social Services

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:19:59 GMT

A stronger voice and real control is one of the principal aims of the new wide-ranging Social Services Bill for Wales, announced by Gwenda Thomas, the Deputy Minister for Children and Social Services.

NWIS showcases projects at BioWales 2012

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 09:59:24 GMT

NWIS will be at the International Life Sciences event, BioWales 2012, taking place at the Cardiff Millennium Centre on the 13-14 March.

Early years focus for mental health conference

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 09:50:23 GMT

Delegates at the All Wales Mental Health Promotion Network annual conference will discuss the importance of early years development on mental health and wellbeing.

Cancer Incidence in Wales 2006-10 report published

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 11:57:54 GMT

The Welsh Cancer Intelligence and Surveillance Unit (WCISU) has published cancer incidence figures in Wales for the diagnosis period from 2006 to 2010.

Supermeals helping people in Wales eat better on a budget

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 11:41:15 GMT

Change4Life is sending out thousands of free recipe brochures to help people in Wales plan and cook healthy evening meals that won’t break the bank

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales Annual Report 2010 - 2011

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 12:40:05 GMT

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales, Wales’s independent healthcare watchdog today launches its seventh Annual Report.

Health Minister enjoys miles of smiles at Ninian Park Primary

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 09:24:48 GMT

The Minister for Health and Social Services Lesley Griffiths has seen how well a Welsh Government programme tackling tooth decay is working amongst primary school children.

Organ donation consultation closing soon - last chance to have your say

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 09:10:58 GMT

The Minister for Health and Social Services, Lesley Griffiths, is urging the Welsh public to make their mark before the organ donation consultation closes.

Go-ahead for £15.8m Cardiff Royal Infirmary revamp

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 16:11:48 GMT

Cardiff’s health services received a boost in the form of £15.8million from the Welsh Government. The funding will allow work to start on the provision of a range of services at Cardiff Royal Infirmary (CRI).

Minister keeps an eye on world-first Optometry Education Centre

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 16:07:15 GMT

The Minister for Health and Social Services, Lesley Griffiths, has visited the first postgraduate education centre for optometry in the world – based in Cardiff.

Further public meetings on organ donation plans announced

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 16:02:10 GMT

On average, one person a week in Wales dies while waiting for a suitable donor and around 300 people are currently waiting for an organ transplant.

Reproductive and Early Years Pathfinder progress report published

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 09:12:25 GMT

A report for the Reproductive and Early Years Pathfinder has been published which highlights the progress made during phase one of the programme.

British Heart Foundation ad: Make CPR 'hard and fast'

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 17:49:49 GMT

A new advertising campaign by the British Heart Foundation is urging the public to forget about "mouth-to-mouth" and to concentrate on chest compressions when performing CPR.

Poly Implant Prothese (PIP) Breast Implants

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 10:46:57 GMT

I wish to update Assembly Members on the action the Welsh Government is taking regarding the safety concerns identified in Poly Implant Prothese (PIP) breast implants.

BCS to award best Healthcare IT projects

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 14:39:17 GMT

The Chartered Institute for IT (BCS) Health In Wales special interest group is celebrating its formation by awarding two prizes for 2012.

£82m to train non-medical healthcare professionals

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 10:01:44 GMT

Almost 2,000 non-medical healthcare students, including nurses, midwives, paramedics and pharmacists will be funded by the Welsh Government in 2012-13, Health Minister Lesley Griffiths has announced.