Cwm Taf Health Board: Latest News

' Message in a bottle'

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 14:47:25 GMT

Message in a bottle funded by Aberdare Rotary Club sends message out to the community

What's your technique? Patients to be offered free training to use their inhalers

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 10:59:43 GMT

Community pharmacists and GP practice nurses across Cwm Taf Health Board are offering patients free inhaler technique training to improve control over their illness.

"Team Wales" project nominated for Health Service Journal award

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 10:50:36 GMT

A UNIQUE “Team Wales” approach to improving quality in secure mental health services has been shortlisted for a prestigious Health Service Journal award.

Delivery Plan for the Critically Ill

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 09:29:55 GMT

Plans to ensure people in Wales who are critically ill receive the right care, in the right place and at the right time have been published today (11 June).

NICE publishes guideline on rehabilitation for people who have had a stroke

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 15:54:57 GMT

guidelines have been introduced on rehabilitation for people who have had a stroke

South Wales Programme public meetings

Wed, 05 Jun 2013 09:47:27 GMT

A SERIES of public meetings have been organised in the Cwm Taf area to discuss the South Wales Programme and the options for the future of consultant-led maternity and neonatal care, inpatient children’s services and emergency medicine (A&E).

Mumps warning as measles outbreak cases continue to rise

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 13:51:13 GMT

Public Health Wales is warning of an increase in mumps cases in Wales as too many young people remain unvaccinated with MMR.

Health Board Meeting

Fri, 31 May 2013 14:03:47 GMT

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT A MEETING OF THE CWM TAF HEALTH BOARD IS TO BE HELD ON WEDNESDAY 5 JUNE 2013 AT 10.00AM IN LLANTRISANT LEISURE CENTRE, LLANTRISANT.

Demand for MMR vaccine continues as measles cases rise again

Fri, 31 May 2013 13:50:46 GMT

Almost 2,500 doses of MMR have been given in GP surgeries in Wales in the last week as Public Health Wales continues to urge unvaccinated people to come forward.

Charity bike ride in memory of little George

Thu, 30 May 2013 15:07:45 GMT

A 110-mile charity bike ride in memory of 12 month-old George Burke and his father Paul, who both sadly died within days of each other, will take place on Friday May 31, 2013.

Young people urged to use half term to get up to date with the MMR vaccination

Wed, 29 May 2013 12:31:33 GMT

Young people aged 10 to 18 are being encouraged to use the half term break to catch up on any missed doses of MMR vaccine.

MMR vaccination given to more than 4,000 in Cwm Taf

Thu, 23 May 2013 14:26:02 GMT

Efforts to offer MMR vaccination across Merthyr Tydfil and Rhondda Cynon Taf have resulted in more than 4,000 people being vaccinated in the last three months.

Vital health information on your fridge

Tue, 21 May 2013 13:53:46 GMT

Free fridge magnets, which guide patients to the most appropriate place of care are being given to members of the public across the Rhondda Valleys and Taff Ely

Measles outbreak cases rise again as school vaccinations enter final week

Tue, 21 May 2013 11:52:32 GMT

Young people and their parents are being urged to take advantage of the final week of school MMR vaccination sessions as cases in the measles outbreak centred on the Swansea area rise again.

First AAA Screening Clinics -- Know your size get it scanned

Tue, 21 May 2013 11:00:08 GMT

Invitations have been sent to 65 year old men living in Wales to attend the first screening clinics for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA).

Bank Holiday health advice -- deal with medical problems before the holiday

Mon, 20 May 2013 15:45:05 GMT

PATIENTS are being urged to deal with any routine medical problems before GP surgeries close for the bank holiday .

NISCHR CRC message for International Clinical Trials Day 20th May

Fri, 17 May 2013 16:06:18 GMT

International Clinical Trials Day will be celebrated around the world on 20th May 2013.

Sense and Public Health Wales warn of potential dangers of a rubella outbreak

Fri, 17 May 2013 13:05:29 GMT

National deafblind charity Sense and Public Health Wales have today warned of the potential dangers of a rubella outbreak in Wales.

MMR vaccination given to more than 3,000 in Cwm Taf

Fri, 17 May 2013 12:47:27 GMT

Efforts to offer MMR vaccination across Merthyr Tydfil and Rhondda Cynon Taf have resulted in more than 3,000 people being vaccinated in the last two months.

MMR vaccine drop in clinics at Coleg Morgannwg and The College Merthyr Tydfil

Fri, 17 May 2013 12:27:27 GMT

For details of drop-in clinics at your college see below

A joint statement from the chairs and chief executives of Abertawe Bro Morgannwg, Aneurin Bevan, Cardiff and Vale, Cwm Taf and Powys health boards

Thu, 16 May 2013 08:40:34 GMT

“The South Wales Programme was set up in 2012 to look at the challenges and problems facing consultant-led maternity and neonatal care, inpatient children’s services and emergency medicine (A&E).

Urdd Eisteddfod visitors urged to receive MMR vaccination

Wed, 15 May 2013 14:31:14 GMT

Public Health Wales is encouraging young people to get vaccinated before they go to the Urdd Eisteddfod

Health Board Meeting

Wed, 15 May 2013 11:45:43 GMT

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT A MEETING OF THE CWM TAF HEALTH BOARD IS TO BE HELD ON WEDNESDAY 22 MAY 2013 AT 11.00AM IN INTEGRATED CHILDREN’S CENTRE, MERTHYR TYDFIL.

Meet the new infant feeding team

Tue, 14 May 2013 16:21:39 GMT

A Cwm Taf Health Board Infant Feeding Team has been developed, which comprises of eighteen key workers representing the main clinical areas which serve mothers, babies and their families.

Vaccination uptake still not high enough to eliminate measles in Wales

Tue, 14 May 2013 16:14:28 GMT

As cases in the measles outbreak centred on the Swansea area show another increase, Public Health Wales is warning that MMR vaccine uptake remains too low to eliminate measles in Wales.

Rising star Emma wins national award

Tue, 07 May 2013 15:04:35 GMT

OCCUPATIONAL therapist Emma Ralph has been declared a rising star in healthcare after winning a national award.

Nurses at Cwm Taf Health Board celebrate International Nurses Day

Fri, 03 May 2013 10:59:32 GMT

Nurses from Cwm Taf Health Board will be celebrating International Nurses Day on May 12.

NHS Wales Staff Survey Results Published

Fri, 03 May 2013 10:57:14 GMT

The results from a new survey of more than 22,000 NHS Staff were published today (Friday 3 May) by Health Minister Mark Drakeford.

More than 3,000 in Cwm Taf Health Board area aged 10-18 still unprotected from measles

Thu, 02 May 2013 15:54:43 GMT

More than 3,000 people in the Cwm Taf Health Board area between the ages of 10 and 18 are still unprotected from measles according to Public Health Wales.

Come celebrate the Opening of the Llantrisant Community Route

Wed, 01 May 2013 14:50:51 GMT

A HEALTHIER COMMUTE FOR PONTYCLUN AND LLANTRISANT PEOPLE

Launch of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Screening Programme

Wed, 01 May 2013 10:58:37 GMT

Men aged 65 in Wales will be invited to take part in a new screening programme launched today (May 1, 2013) by Public Health Wales.

Revamped services launched at Prince Charles Hospital

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 10:57:47 GMT

Older people’s charity WRVS is celebrating the launch of a revamped shop and cafe at Prince Charles Hospital, Merthyr Tydfil, today, where the charity also presented Cwm Taf Health board with a fantastic ‘gift’ of £220,000

£700 fine for violent patient

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 13:12:51 GMT

A PATIENT who kicked and punched an A&E nurse in a vicious assault in accident and emergency has been fined £700.

Young people urged to get vaccinated to protect their health before their exams

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 13:04:41 GMT

Public Health Wales is urging young people living in the outbreak area to get the MMR vaccination before their exams begin as cases reach 942.

Minister sets out action to tackle pressure on A&E departments

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 17:05:16 GMT

Health Minister Mark Drakeford has today (Tuesday 23 April) set out a number of immediate actions to tackle pressures on emergency health services in Wales, along with longer-term plans to ensure future problems are prevented.

Unique work experience for young people with learning difficulties

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 13:51:17 GMT

Four young people with learning difficulties have started a unique work experience project at Cwm Taf Health Board.

Thousands take up MMR vaccine as outbreak hits 886

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 12:03:00 GMT

Public Health Wales is thanking parents who have arranged MMR vaccination for their children in response to the measles outbreak centred on Swansea – but warns there is an urgent need for more children to be vaccinated as cases hit 886.

Improving end of life care in Wales

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 16:17:17 GMT

Plans setting out how people in Wales will be supported and cared for at the end of their life were launched today (Thursday 18 April).

ASBO for man with catalogue of drunken and abusive behaviour

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 15:02:59 GMT

An Ynysybwl man who drunkenly abused staff at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital has been given an antisocial behaviour order (ASBO).

Risk to older children highlighted as measles outbreak passes 800 cases

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 12:52:40 GMT

Parents of children aged between 10 and 18 years are being reminded of the need to arrange MMR vaccination urgently as cases in the outbreak centred on the Swansea area have hit 808.

Cwm Taf measles vaccination programme targets schools

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 15:02:11 GMT

A measles vaccination catch up programme across Merthyr Tydfil and Rhondda Cynon Taf will focus on the need for older, secondary school age children who have missed one or both doses of MMR to come forward.

Measles -- what you need to know

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 14:31:58 GMT

Q What is measles?

Measles is a highly-infectious illness, which is caught through direct contact with an infected person or through the air via coughs or sneezes.

Crystal Trophy for outstanding community projects

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 16:13:09 GMT

COMMUNITY projects promoting healthy living in Merthyr Tydfil and Rhondda Cynon Taf today celebrated the annual Crystal Trophy Award ceremony.

Vaccination plea continues as measles cases in Swansea outbreak at almost 700

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 13:00:28 GMT

An extra 73 cases of measles have been reported to Public Health Wales in the last two days – bringing the total number of cases in the outbreak centred on the Swansea area to 693.

Organ donor numbers show there is more work to be done in Wales, says Health Minister

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 09:35:23 GMT

Health Minister Mark Drakeford has welcomed the NHSBT announcement that there has been a 50 per cent increase in deceased organ donors

£1m state-of-the-art radiology "theatre" opens at Royal Glamorgan Hospital

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 09:50:09 GMT

A £1m state-of-the-art theatre at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital opened on April 9 for patients who need diagnostic and interventional radiology.

Health board on alert for measles cases

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 09:30:20 GMT

GPs, pharmacists, nurses and health visitors in the Cwm Taf Health Board area have been put on alert for cases of measles.

Measles cases in Swansea outbreak pass 600

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 13:23:57 GMT

Cases of measles reported to Public Health Wales in the outbreak centred on the Swansea area have now reached 620.

Just under 600 people receive MMR in past week

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 13:07:03 GMT

Public Health Wales continues to urge parents, carers and communities to ensure children have the MMR jab, as cases in the outbreak centred in the Swansea area reach 588.

Delivering CHANGE: a Single Integrated Plan for Rhondda Cynon Taf

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 14:08:59 GMT

Public organisations that deliver the services communities across Rhondda Cynon Taf rely upon - such as hospitals, schools, policing and social care - have launched a joint plan for the future.

Cwm Taf Health Board to star in major new BBC documentary series

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 11:37:42 GMT

A MAJOR new BBC documentary series will highlight the work of clinical staff in the Rhondda and the scale of alcohol problems in the area.

Premiere for interactive film to guide cancer patients through hospital treatment

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 14:16:04 GMT

A GROUND-BREAKING film, which guides patients through their cancer treatment before they are admitted to hospital will today (March 25) be launched by First Minister Carwyn Jones.

Parents urged to protect their children against measles

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 13:46:17 GMT

PARENTS in Merthyr Tydfil and Rhondda Cynon Taf are being urged to ensure their children have had their MMR jabs as a measles outbreak continues to spread.

Deputy medical director appeals for more blood donors

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 12:22:25 GMT

CWM TAF Health Board’s deputy medical director has made an emotional plea for more people to donate blood.

ACTION TO IMPROVE SAFETY, DIGNITY AND QUALITY OF CARE

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 08:35:22 GMT

New moves to ensure safe, dignified care for patients and drive up quality standards were announced today by Health Minister Lesley Griffiths.

'Get fresh' for food peace-of-mind

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 13:22:36 GMT

To help give consumers greater peace-of-mind and assist them to be more aware of what they are eating, public health professionals are advising people to cook meals from scratch and use fresh ingredients where possible.

Easter health advice -- deal with medical problems before the holiday

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 09:39:00 GMT

PATIENTS are being urged to deal with any routine medical problems before GP surgeries close for Easter.

Health board staff bake for Comic Relief

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 09:36:27 GMT

Cwm Taf Health Board will be taking part in The Great Comic Relief Bake Off on Friday.

New campaign to tackle violence against NHS staff in run up to Six Nations showdown

Wed, 06 Mar 2013 11:28:59 GMT

RUGBY fans and Six Nations revellers are being warned they face prosecution if they are verbally or physically abusive to NHS staff.

Appointment of Independent Member (Local Authority Representative)

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 15:00:13 GMT

Health Minister Lesley Griffiths today announced the appointment of Cllr Michael Forey as Independent Member to Cwm Taf Health Board.

Statement about the supply of raw meat products to NHS Wales

Mon, 18 Feb 2013 10:57:43 GMT

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership’s Procurement Services manages a range of contracts with specific meat suppliers in Wales. These include contracts for the provision of raw beef, lamb and pork.

More award success in India for orthopaedic surgeon

Mon, 18 Feb 2013 08:50:35 GMT

ORTHOPAEDIC surgeon Kodali Prasad has been presented with six awards on a New Year trip to India.

NHS staff's passion for care on show at Ysbyty Cwm Cynon

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 15:44:25 GMT

ART created by staff at Ysbyty Cwm Cynon and depicting their passion for care has gone on display at the Mountain Ash hospital.

A Question of Public Health

Wed, 13 Feb 2013 09:42:08 GMT

Cwm Taf Health Board held its first public health debate yesterday (February 12) to discuss whether legislation is needed in Wales to tackle some of the nation’s most pressing public health issues.

Experts to take keyhole surgery skills from Merthyr Tydfil to Iraq

Wed, 13 Feb 2013 09:36:41 GMT

A CONSULTANT anaesthetist is taking the latest keyhole surgical techniques to his native Iraq.

Patient Stories implemented to drive service change at the health board

Mon, 11 Feb 2013 12:03:52 GMT

In March 2010, the 1000 Lives Plus Campaign launched the Stories for Improvement work stream for all NHS Wales organisations.

Pantglas Surgery in Aberfan will temporarily close

Fri, 08 Feb 2013 12:08:33 GMT

PANTGLAS Surgery in Aberfan will be temporarily closed from Monday, February 11 for two weeks.

Prince Charles Hospital unit awarded specialist status

Fri, 01 Feb 2013 09:22:16 GMT

THE colorectal unit at Prince Charles Hospital, in Merthyr Tydfil, has been awarded specialist status by the Association of Coloproctology of Great Britain and Ireland (ACPGBI).

Keir Hardie Health Park: "A dream come true"

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 16:42:56 GMT

THE groundbreaking Keir Hardie Health Parks has been described as a “dream come true” as Health Minister Lesley Griffiths officially opened the £35m building.

Merthyr Tydfil Single Integrated Plan

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 15:09:38 GMT

The Merthyr Tydfil Single Integrated Plan is now available for public consultation.

Hospital food: improvements on the menu

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 09:26:30 GMT

Hospital food across Wales has been given a makeover to ensure patients have tasty choices which can address patient’s individual nutritional requirements.

A question of health

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 10:44:52 GMT

THE biggest cause of preventable, premature death isn’t a disease; neither is the second. The reasons why so many people are dying early are more the result of poor lifestyles than bad genes.

Award to remember Karen Dyer

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 12:03:04 GMT

A new annual award for outstanding contributions to primary healthcare has been set up in memory of Karen Dyer.

£1m investment in state-of-the-art radiology "theatre"

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 16:38:09 GMT

WORK is underway to create a £1m state-of-the-art theatre at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital, in Llantrisant, for patients who need diagnostic and interventional radiology.

South Wales Programme engagement responses to be published

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 09:46:07 GMT

THE five South Wales health boards will today publish responses to the 12-week engagement process about ideas for the future of some specialist hospital services.

Patient who attacked carer with can of deodorant sentenced

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 10:04:03 GMT

A PATIENT who attacked a healthcare assistant by spraying him in the face with a can of deodorant has been given a suspended prison sentence.

Gurnos Health Centre to close to patients

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 09:41:58 GMT

THE Gurnos Health Centre, in Merthyr Tydfil, will close with immediate effect as a result of health and safety concerns.

Mbale life on show in Pontypridd

Tue, 08 Jan 2013 10:42:29 GMT

AN EXHIBITION about the work of PONT in Uganda will be on display at Pontypridd Museum for the next month.

Pharmacists to visit patients at home to help them use medicines properly and prevent medicines waste

Mon, 07 Jan 2013 11:27:32 GMT

PHARMACISTS will be able to visit patients at home to help ensure people are taking the right prescription medicines.

Carers News and Calendar of Events for Spring 2013

Mon, 07 Jan 2013 10:49:41 GMT

A Welfare Rights Workshop for Carers will be held on Monday 18 March at 10 a.m. at the YMCA in Pontypridd

Jail for abusive patient following history of "appalling" behaviour towards NHS staff

Fri, 04 Jan 2013 09:23:04 GMT

A MAN who repeatedly abused and threatened NHS emergency staff has been jailed after breaching an ASBO.

Seren ward to be refurbished in the New Year

Mon, 31 Dec 2012 09:09:48 GMT

WORK to refurbish Seren ward at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital will start in January.

Merthyr Tydfil to get re-vamped dialysis unit

Thu, 27 Dec 2012 09:03:10 GMT

Renal patients in Merthyr Tydfil will soon be cared for in a new state-of-the-art dialysis unit.

GP surgeries Christmas Opening Times

Fri, 21 Dec 2012 16:05:36 GMT

PATIENTS are being urged to check they have sufficient supplies of any prescription medicines they need as GP surgeries close over the Christmas period.

Warning: Abuse of NHS staff will result in prosecution

Thu, 20 Dec 2012 09:39:34 GMT

A NEW campaign has been launched to warn offensive and abusive patients and visitors they will be prosecuted for attacking NHS staff.

Diarrhoea and vomiting update -- December 19, 2012

Wed, 19 Dec 2012 16:30:49 GMT

SIX wards remain closed to new patients across Cwm Taf Health Board following cases of gastrointestinal illness affecting patients and staff.

Christmas presents for the children at Prince Charles Hospital

Wed, 19 Dec 2012 09:45:32 GMT

CHRISTMAS has come early for sick children being cared for at Prince Charles Hospital as the local football club has funded new computer equipment.

Norovirus

Tue, 18 Dec 2012 15:54:07 GMT

Gastroenteritis closes wards across the Health Board

Former soldier speaks of "rage" burning inside him

Mon, 17 Dec 2012 10:04:05 GMT

THERE’S an almost vacant look on Tom’s face as he describes the daily reality of living with post-traumatic stress disorder.

A gift for Prince Charles Hospital chapel

Tue, 11 Dec 2012 12:27:43 GMT

THE Lloyd-Nesling family has kindly donated a prayer screen and votive candle stand to the Prince Charles Hospital chapel.

Christmas & New Year Opening Hours 2012/13

Mon, 10 Dec 2012 09:44:07 GMT

PHARMACEUTICAL OUT OF HOURS SERVICES OVER THE BANK HOLIDAY PERIOD

Former nurse praises life-saving care following almost-fatal road accident

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 14:31:24 GMT

A NURSE who suffered horrific injuries in a head-on collision has spoken of how lucky she is to be alive.

Launch of the Strategy for use of Welsh Language in Health & Social Services

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 14:24:54 GMT

A new strategy that will strengthen Welsh language services to meet the care needs of Welsh speakers, their families and carers has been launched today.

Toothache? You can now get interactive assessment with NHS Direct's 'New Dental Symptom Checker'

Thu, 29 Nov 2012 11:07:43 GMT

Anyone with Toothache, dental swelling, or who needs to find a dentist can visit the NHS Direct Wales web

Response to the Public Services Ombudsman's report

Thu, 29 Nov 2012 09:42:38 GMT

Allison Williams, chief executive of Cwm Taf Health Board, said:

Taking the stress out of daily chores

Tue, 27 Nov 2012 09:58:09 GMT

A NEW service has been launched to help ease the burden of daily chores, especially when a loved one is in hospital.

New forum for glaucoma patients

Tue, 27 Nov 2012 09:57:22 GMT

Cwm Taf Health Board’s Ophthalmology Nurse Heather Loweth has set up a forum for the Glaucoma patients, relatives and carers within Cwm Taf. The group is the brainchild of ophthalmology nurse Heather Loweth who wanted to give patients an opportunity to learn more about the condition.

Young Carer Guide

Mon, 26 Nov 2012 16:48:27 GMT

Information for young carers living in Rhondda Cynon Taf

Cwm Taf Health Board puts its stamp on the face of men's health

Mon, 26 Nov 2012 14:21:32 GMT

Men across Cwm Taf Health Board have been sporting a new look during November to raise funds and awareness of men’s health.

Award-winning year for surgeon

Thu, 22 Nov 2012 14:46:27 GMT

International awards presented in Thailand and India