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Improving quality reduces costs, according to new white paper
Friday, 18 May 2012, 1000 Lives PlusNHS Wales can provide superior care while saving money according to a new 1000 Lives Plus white paper, described as a “pivotal document” by David Sissling, Chief Executive of NHS Wales. -
Creating a person-centred healthcare system
Friday, 18 May 2012, 1000 Lives PlusA new white paper from 1000 Lives Plus outlines some of the ways NHS Wales needs to adapt to become a healthcare system that is genuinely patient-centred. -
Patient feedback to measure quality of NHS in future
Friday, 18 May 2012, 1000 Lives PlusPlans designed to ensure patients in Wales receive excellent quality care, wherever and whenever they need it, have been published by the Welsh Government. -
Let your good idea Shine!
Thursday, 17 May 2012, 1000 Lives PlusThe Health Foundation’s innovation programme, Shine, is now open for funding applications until 17 July 2012, with over £1 million available to support up to 18 innovative healthcare teams. -
Healthcare and the Armed Forces Community in Wales
Wednesday, 9 May 2012, Cwm Taf Health BoardHealthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) has published a report following a Survey of Healthcare for the Armed Forces Community in Wales. -
Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) today publishes its report following a Survey of Healthcare for the Armed Forces Community in Wales
Wednesday, 9 May 2012, Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW)Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) has today published a report on ‘Healthcare and the Armed Forces community in Wales.’ -
THE BEST CONFIGURATION OF HOSPITAL SERVICES FOR WALES - a report by the Welsh Institute for Health and Social Care
Wednesday, 9 May 2012, Cwm Taf Health BoardThe report has been produced by Professor Marcus Longley MA (Oxon), MScEcon, PhD, FFPH, AHSM who is Director of the Welsh Institute for Health and Social Care and Professor of Applied Health Policy at the University of Glamorgan.
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Minor Injury Unit at Ysbyty Cwm Cynon
Friday, 4 May 2012, Cwm Taf Health BoardOpening Hours - 09:00 - 16:30hrs Mon-Fri, excluding Bank Holidays. -
Case studies highlight examples of patient and person driven care from across Wales
Tuesday, 1 May 2012, 1000 Lives Plus1000 Lives Plus is launching a series of case studies showcasing tools and techniques applied by teams across Wales to ensure their services are centred on the needs and wishes of patients and their families.
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Improving treatment for individuals with eating disorders
Monday, 30 April 2012, 1000 Lives PlusThe number of people developing eating disorders such as anorexia and bulimia is on the increase in Wales with around 1,000 new cases diagnosed each year. -
National recognition for the all-Wales Enhanced Recovery after Surgery programme
Monday, 30 April 2012, 1000 Lives PlusNHS Wales staff involved in work to improve the quality of patient care following major surgery are celebrating after winning a UK-wide award. -
Wales well represented at International Forum on Quality and Safety in Healthcare
Monday, 16 April 2012, 1000 Lives PlusQuality improvement in Welsh healthcare will be presented to healthcare professionals from across the globe at the International Forum on Quality and Safety in Healthcare 2012, taking place in Paris this week (17-20 April). -
Appointment and Re-Appointment of Board Members to Local Health Boards and NHS Trusts
Thursday, 12 April 2012, Cwm Taf Health BoardHealth Minister, Lesley Griffiths, has made the following announcement. -
Ysbyty Cwm Cynon
Wednesday, 11 April 2012, Cwm Taf Health BoardDepartmental moves from Aberdare Hospital to Ysbyty Cwm Cynon will commence on 12th April with all departments relocated by 23rd April. The Outpatient Department will be operational from 25th April 2012. -
Review of the Care & Safety of Patients Cared for at Cefn Coed Hospital
Thursday, 5 April 2012, Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW)Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) today publishes its report following a review of the care and safety of patients cared for at Cefn Coed Hospital in Abertawe Bro Morgannwg University Health Board (ABMU).
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Improving Patient Care - NHS Wales Awards 2012 Finalists Announced
Tuesday, 3 April 2012, 1000 Lives PlusThe finalists for the NHS Wales Awards 2012, announced today (Monday, April 2, 2012), reveal a high standard of diverse and innovative work that is delivering improved patient care across Wales. -
Healthcare Inspectorate Wales Independent Review of the Management of Abertawe Bro Morgannwg University Health Boards (ABMU) Response to the ESBL E.COLI cross Infection in the Maternity/Neonatal Unit at Singleton Hospital
Tuesday, 3 April 2012, Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW)HIW is to undertake an independent review of Abertawe Bro Morgannwg University Health Board's response to the outbreak & cross infection of ESBL E.COLI that occured at the maternity/neonatal unit in November 2011.
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Launch of a new campaign to reduce the use of catheters and cannulas
Tuesday, 3 April 2012, 1000 Lives PlusA new campaign to improve the quality and safety of patient care through better use of urinary catheters and intravenous cannulas and reduce the number being used in patient care has been launched by 1000 Lives Plus. -
Healthcare Inspectorate Wales Publishes Findings From Our Review of Substance Misuse Services in Wales
Tuesday, 27 March 2012, Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW)Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) today publishes its report following a review of the provision of Substance Misuse Services across Wales.
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National and international approaches to improvement
Monday, 12 March 2012, 1000 Lives PlusThe latest edition of the 1000 Lives Plus e-newsletter contains news of the forthcoming national roll-out of a new early warning score to detect illness, new initiatives to reshape stroke services, and details of an international conference for healthcare students. -
A Review of Governance Arrangements
Wednesday, 7 March 2012, Cwm Taf Health BoardHealthcare Inspectorate Wales -
Review of Governance Arrangements at Cwm Taf Health Board
Wednesday, 7 March 2012, Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW)Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) today publishes its report following a review of the governance and accountability arrangements that Cwm Taf Health Board has put in place to ensure the quality and safety of patient care.
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Improving the patient experience through Transforming Care
Wednesday, 7 March 2012, 1000 Lives PlusNurses spending more time at the bedside, improved ward environments and a significant reduction in pressure ulcers are just some of benefits patients have received thanks to the Transforming Care programme, which is being celebrated today at a special event in Cardiff. -
New project will help people recovering from stroke
Friday, 2 March 2012, 1000 Lives PlusStroke survivors and carers from across Wales are being asked to share their experiences to help shape a new Wales-wide project called Life After Stroke.
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Official Opening of Ty Llidiard, Princess of Wales Hospital
Wednesday, 29 February 2012, Cwm Taf Health BoardThe Minister for Health & Social Services will be officially opening the Unit this morning.
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