Powys Teaching Health Board: Latest News

Improving the patient experience thanks to Transforming Care

Wed, 23 May 2012 07:43:57 GMT

Wales initiates progress on family justice

Tue, 22 May 2012 11:34:12 GMT

The first meeting of the Family Justice Network in Wales has taken place.

Health Minister pays more than just lip service to oral health

Fri, 18 May 2012 15:59:56 GMT

Health Minister Lesley Griffiths has launched a package of care which will standardise and improve oral health in hospitals across Wales.

Latest NHS Wales Bulletins

Thu, 17 May 2012 16:53:02 GMT

The latest NHS Wales Bulletin is now available to view.

Patient feedback to measure quality of NHS in future

Thu, 17 May 2012 15:47:12 GMT

Plans designed to ensure patients in Wales receive excellent quality care, wherever and whenever they need it, have been published by the Welsh Government.

Staff are key to the future of the NHS -- Health Minister launches new workforce framework

Thu, 17 May 2012 15:30:46 GMT

“Staff are key to the success of the NHS,” Health Minister, Lesley Griffiths said as she launched “Working Differently – Working Together”, the Workforce and Organisational Development Framework for NHS Wales.

Minister welcomes healthy eating labelling consultation

Wed, 16 May 2012 15:08:03 GMT

Health Minister Lesley Griffiths today welcomed a UK-wide consultation aimed at making it easier for consumers to make healthy food choices.

Lowering stroke rates in Wales

Wed, 16 May 2012 14:31:57 GMT

A new plan to ensure stroke rates in Wales are among the lowest in Europe by 2016 has been published for public consultation by the Welsh Government.

Expansion of project to support people with substance misuse issues

Wed, 16 May 2012 14:30:23 GMT

A project to support people with substance misuse issues to become economically independent has been given a boost by the Welsh Government.

Services in Wales come 'Together for Mental Health'

Wed, 16 May 2012 13:51:10 GMT

Health Minister Lesley Griffiths has launched Together for Mental Health, the Welsh Government’s strategic approach to mental health and mental wellbeing.

Local firm raises cash for Ystradgynlais hospital

Wed, 09 May 2012 14:39:17 GMT

"Remarkable achievement": NHS Wales breaks-even

Thu, 03 May 2012 15:36:47 GMT

Health Minister Lesley Griffiths has congratulated Local Health Boards across Wales on meeting financial targets for 2011-12. The Minister thanked managers for what she called a “remarkable achievement” given the financial challenges facing NHS Wales.

NHS Wales Data Dictionary v4.0

Thu, 03 May 2012 10:41:32 GMT

A new version of the NHS Wales Data Dictionary has been released and is helping developers design systems that comply with national standards.

Funding announced for autism

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 16:01:35 GMT

Gwenda Thomas, Deputy Minister for Children and Social Services, has announced a funding package of £2m for 2012-13 to support children and adults with Autistic Spectrum Disorders (ASD) across Wales.

NWSSP staff support the National Pharmacy Association

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 16:58:35 GMT

Representatives from Contractor and Prescribing Services have been supporting two National Pharmacy Association evenings, where over 120 pharmacy contractors attended events held at venues in Pembrokeshire and Newport.

Investment in NHS buildings boosts Welsh economy by £1.1 billion

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 16:33:17 GMT

Investments in hospital buildings over the last six years have boosted the Welsh economy by hundreds of millions of pounds.

Doctors recruitment campaign launched

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 15:52:57 GMT

The next phase of a campaign to attract clinicians from doctors in training to consultants to work in Wales was launched today by the Welsh Government.

New developments in Singleton Hospital

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 15:44:22 GMT

Singleton Hospital is to have £4.299 million for two new developments to improve the care facilities for children and for elderly patients.

Health Minister reopens Llay Health Centre

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 10:19:06 GMT

Health Minister Lesley Griffiths joined local fundraisers to formally reopen Llay Health Centre in Wrexham.

New research on attitudes to organ donation in Wales

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 10:14:04 GMT

The Minister for Health and Social Services, Lesley Griffiths, has published the responses submitted during the consultation on the Organ Donation White Paper.

£108m improvements to Prince Charles Hospital

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 10:07:13 GMT

Health Minister Lesley Griffiths has given approval for Cwm Taf Health Board to proceed with the planning of a £108million scheme to refurbish the ground and first floor of Prince Charles Hospital, Merthyr Tydfil.

Consultation on tobacco plain packaging launched

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 10:01:55 GMT

A UK-wide consultation on whether tobacco should be sold in standardised, or plain packaging, has been launched.

Funding for lipreading tutors to improve life for deaf and hard of hearing people in Wales

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 09:56:39 GMT

Welsh Government funding to train lip reading tutors will help reduce social isolation for many of Wales’ deaf and hard of hearing people.

Appointment and Re-Appointment of Board Members to Local Health Boards and NHS Trusts

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 13:26:18 GMT

Health Minister Lesley Griffiths has announced the appointment and re-appointment of board members to Local Health Boards and NHS Trusts as follows:

Appointment of new Commissioner for Older People

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 12:55:06 GMT

Following an open recruitment process, Sarah Rochira has been appointed as the new Older People's Commissioner for Wales for a four-year term.

Five years of free prescriptions "reduces the burden" in Wales

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 12:30:30 GMT

Healthcare professionals and charities have joined the Minister for Health and Social Services, Lesley Griffiths, in celebrating the fifth anniversary of free prescriptions in Wales.

Wales set to become the first country in the world to legislate for play

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 12:23:19 GMT

The Welsh Government believes strongly in the importance of play in children’s lives and the benefits it gives to their health, happiness and well-being and is taking a global lead on legislating for play opportunities for children.

Powys Teaching Health Board Up For Four NHS Wales Awards 2012

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 11:53:21 GMT

Powys Teaching Health Board is celebrating today (April 2, 2012) after receiving four nominations in the finals of the NHS Wales Awards 2012.

The health board has been shortlisted in four out of seven of the award categories and is up for; Developing a Flexible and Sustainable Workforce, Improv

Launch of a new campaign to reduce the use of catheters and cannulas

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 10:16:37 GMT

A 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.

Excellence achieved with £5.4m savings identified in NWSSP Mental Health Project

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 11:19:13 GMT

As part of a Welsh Government Invest to Save funded project, Procurement Services have concluded an all Wales collaborative procurement for low and medium secure mental health services from the independent

NWSSP Procurement Services honoured at national procurement awards

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 11:14:42 GMT

NWSSP Procurement Services has been honoured for outstanding achievement at this year's National Government Opportunities (GO) Excellence in Public Procurement Awards at the 2012/13 event.

Awards for healthy workplaces across Wales

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 15:52:56 GMT

Employers from across Wales have been recognised with awards for their work to maintain and improve the health and well-being of their staff in the workplace.

Five smoke-free years for Welsh public places

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 15:03:59 GMT

This weekend (2 April) marks five years since Wales banned smoking in public places, protecting workers and the public from the dangers of second-hand smoke.

Access to GP surgeries is improving

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 09:06:31 GMT

Minister outlines delivery on Programme for Government commitment as new figures show increased access to GPs.

"Give Blood, Save Lives" urges Health Minister

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 10:12:04 GMT

The Minister for Health and Social Services, Lesley Griffiths, is urging everyone who is able to give blood to step up as we head towards the holiday period.

Families across Wales to benefit from support for substance misuse

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 10:06:53 GMT

Support for families who are affected by parental substance misuse will be expanded to all areas of Wales, Deputy Minister for Children and Social Services Gwenda Thomas has announced.

Improvements ahead for X-ray and scan image sharing in Welsh NHS

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 09:59:53 GMT

Patients are to benefit from investment in a single service that allows digital x-rays, scans and images to be transferred quickly and easily between NHS hospitals, saving NHS Wales up to £15 million, Health Minister Lesley Griffiths announced today (Tuesday 27 March).

Plans underway for a faster, safer adoption service

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 14:42:16 GMT

Gwenda Thomas, the Deputy Minister for Children and Social Services, met a family in Cardiff to hear about their experience of the adoption process.

Improving care for unwell pregnant women in Powys

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 14:28:09 GMT

Pregnant women who become suddenly unwell will soon be receiving a quicker response and referral to consultant care thanks to new measures being tested by Powys Teaching Health Board.

Increasing access to "talking treatments" across Wales

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 13:22:29 GMT

The provision of psychological therapies was discussed at a major conference in Cardiff, where Health Minister Lesley Griffiths launched new guidance to increase access to “talking treatments” across Wales.

Professionalism of social workers should be recognised

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 13:17:51 GMT

Today is a day to celebrate social workers and the important work they do to protect and support some of the most vulnerable people in society, Deputy Minister for Social Services and Children Gwenda Thomas has said.

Health Maps Wales Update

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 15:19:40 GMT

An update to the interactive mapping tool Health Maps Wales will be available from 21st March 2012.

Celtic alliance to deliver major healthcare advances

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 14:23:23 GMT

Four world-class institutions from Wales and Ireland have launched an exciting new alliance to lead the way in developing cutting-edge healthcare.

Advice to women in Wales: PIP implants before 2001

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 10:02:52 GMT

New information from the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) suggests Poly Implant Prosthese (PIP) breast implants made before 2001 might have been filled with unauthorised silicone gel.

Minister visits medical device testing centre of excellence

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 14:30:15 GMT

Health Minister Lesley Griffiths today (Wednesday 14 March) visited a Welsh Government-funded laboratory in Bridgend which is unique in the UK.

£15.8million investment in Morriston Hospital

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 14:24:46 GMT

Significant upgrading to Morriston Hospital in Swansea is to go ahead thanks to £15.864million Welsh Government funding.

Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr: a hospital for the future

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 14:19:38 GMT

The Minister for Health and Social Services, Lesley Griffiths has cut the ribbon to officially open Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr.

Get ready for No Smoking Day 2012

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 14:13:02 GMT

Wales’ Chief Medical Officer, Dr Tony Jewell is urging smokers to find their inner Olympian and ‘Take the Leap’ on No Smoking Day.

Welsh Government announces radical reform of social services

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 14:05:50 GMT

New proposals to reform social services, including giving people more control over the care they receive and increased rights to assessments of their needs, have been announced by the Welsh Government.

National and international approaches to improvement

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 09:57:18 GMT

The 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.

Minister welcomes excellent response to organ donation legislation proposals

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 15:08:18 GMT

Health Minister Lesley Griffiths has taken the opportunity of World Kidney Day to thank all those who took part in the public consultation on Welsh Government plans for legislation on organ and tissue donation.

Statement on future of Prince Philip Hospital

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 09:48:05 GMT

Health Minister Lesley Griffiths has assured people in West Wales there are no plans to downgrade Prince Philip Hospital.

Improving the patient experience thanks to Transforming Care

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 09:15:55 GMT

Easier access to treatment for common ailments

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 15:14:16 GMT

A new scheme designed to provide easy access to advice and treatment for common ailments is to be introduced across Wales.

Vision for the future of Eye Examinations

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 11:43:16 GMT

The latest technology in eye examinations will soon be available across Wales, thanks to £753,345 Welsh Government funding.

Minister unveils state-of-the-art learning technology for student nurses and midwives

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 15:06:42 GMT

The Minister for Health and Social Services, Lesley Griffiths, has unveiled a realistic simulator that will teach student nurses vital skills for the specialist care of young babies.

Minister sees benefits of art therapy

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 14:58:45 GMT

“The Arts and art psychotherapy can play an important role in a person’s wellbeing and the healing process” Minister for Housing, Regeneration and Heritage Huw Lewis said today.

New project will help people recovering from stroke

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 09:19:26 GMT

Stroke 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.

Violence & Aggression Workshop-March 16th 2012

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 14:43:30 GMT

A one day Violence & Aggression Workshop has been arranged for Friday 16th March 2012 at the Pavilion, Llandrindod Wells. The workshop will be of interest to Violence & Aggression Case Managers, Compensation Claims, Concerns and Risk Managers in addition to Health and Safety representatives.

Major improvements to children's mental health services in south Wales

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 11:51:53 GMT

Health Minister Lesley Griffiths has opened a new state of the art facility in Bridgend providing round-the-clock care for children and young people with mental health problems.

Social Services complaints consultation launched

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 09:45:42 GMT

The Welsh Government has launched a consultation about the way that concerns and complaints about social services in Wales are dealt with.

Discuss your local health services - Listening events with the Health Board

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 15:33:23 GMT

Powys teaching Health Board and Montgomeryshire Community Health Council are hosting two listening events to engage with the communities of North West Powys.

Making sure care is safe in complex, high-risk working environments

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 12:20:41 GMT

“We need to make sure that our systems are performing at their optimal best, otherwise the performance of our teams and the care outcomes of our patients will be affected,” says Canadian and NASA astronaut Dr Dave Williams in a new white paper from 1000 Lives Plus.

High Standards being met by NWSSP Staff

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 15:21:12 GMT

NWSSP Contractor and Prescribing Services are currently delivering an in-house Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) Level 3 Award in First Line Management programme in collaboration with Coleg Gwent.

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.

Innovation in NWSSP Procurement Services

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 10:53:43 GMT

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership (NWSSP)-Procurement Services, North Wales, are undertaking an innovative tender exercise on behalf Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCU HB) to make use of the newly commissioned electrical infrastructure at Ysbyty Gwynedd in Bangor.

Upgrades to Llandrindod Wells hospital

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 08:50:53 GMT

Powys teaching Health Board is currently implementing a number of improvements to the equipment and facilities at Llandrindod Wells hospital.

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.

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.

Powys health team wins prestigious award

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 03:21:45 GMT

A team of health professionals from Powys teaching Health Board has this week been awarded funding from the Queen’s Nursing Institute for their Palliative Wellbeing Programme.

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.

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.

New Drive To Attract More Doctors To Wales

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:15:18 GMT

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

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.

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.

X-ray services in Welshpool extended

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 06:33:48 GMT

Patients needing to have an X-ray in Welshpool can now benefit from longer opening hours at the X-ray department at Victoria Memorial Hospital, Welshpool.

NWSSP Prescribing Services in the National Media Spotlight

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 17:00:14 GMT

Prescribing Services-one of the key Services under the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership, recently featured in an online article in the Cardiff based Walesonline website.

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

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.

NWSSP Contractor Services re-accredited with the Customer Services Excellence Award

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 16:16:26 GMT

Contractor Services, part of NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership (NWSSP) has been re-accredited with the Customer Services Excellence Award.

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.