Hywel Dda CHC: Latest News

Child health scheme celebrates first birthday

Thu, 23 May 2013 16:42:22 GMT

Public Health Wales celebrated the ‘first birthday’ of a healthy schools initiative in the Vale of Glamorgan on 22 May, with an evening to say thank you to participating nurseries, playgroups and childminders.

Measles vaccinations pass 60,000 as school vaccinations and drop-ins enter final week

Thu, 23 May 2013 12:49:49 GMT

Figures from Public Health Wales show that more than 60,000 people have been vaccinated with MMR in Wales since the beginning of March.

Public Health Wales surveys parents on measles vaccination concerns

Wed, 22 May 2013 16:07:16 GMT

Public Health Wales has published the results of a survey of parents in the Swansea area that aimed to find out why they had declined the MMR vaccination for their children.

The Health Foundation launches new online patient safety resource centre

Wed, 22 May 2013 15:20:38 GMT

Staying on top of relevant patient safety developments is essential for healthcare staff. The Health Foundation's new patient safety resource centre, www.patientsafetynow.org.uk, pulls together existing evidence and new resources to help deliver safe and reliable care.

Smile this Healthy Wednesday and think about your oral health

Wed, 22 May 2013 11:49:05 GMT

One in four people in the UK do not brush their teeth twice a day and 40 per cent of people don’t visit their dentist as regularly as recommended.

Online seminars will help doctors to champion change in NHS Wales

Tue, 21 May 2013 15:24:11 GMT

“It’s hard to change a culture that involves doctors without doctors being involved in change,” says world-leading expert, Dr Jack Silversin, who is presenting three online seminars hosted by 1000 Lives Plus this summer.

Measles outbreak cases rise again as school vaccinations enter final week

Tue, 21 May 2013 12:02:43 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

Mon, 20 May 2013 15:14:14 GMT

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

Over 1000 students vaccinated against measles during school programme

Fri, 17 May 2013 16:36:52 GMT

Hywel Dda Health Board’s School Nursing service has delivered over a thousand MMR vaccinations to students vulnerable to measles in 35 Comprehensive Schools across Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire.

Pharmacy helps spread important waste medicine message

Fri, 17 May 2013 12:37:05 GMT

A pharmacy in Ceredigion has won a competition for best window display promoting how much money is lost through people wasting medicines.

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

Fri, 17 May 2013 10:59:40 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 5,000 in Hywel Dda

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:50:46 GMT

Efforts to offer MMR vaccination in the Hywel Dda Health Board area have resulted in more than 5,000 people being vaccinated in the last two months.

MMR vaccination given to more than 50,000 in Wales

Thu, 16 May 2013 12:47:09 GMT

Efforts to offer MMR vaccination throughout Wales in response to the measles outbreak centred on the Swansea area have resulted in more than 50,000 people being vaccinated in the last two months.

Public Health Development Directorate Director Posts announced

Wed, 15 May 2013 17:10:48 GMT

Following a round of interviews, we are pleased to announce that Dr Pat Riordan has been appointed as the Director of the Health and Healthcare Improvement division, and Professor Mark Bellis OBE has been appointed as the Director of the Policy, Research and Development division.

New case study highlights importance of being open after serious incidents

Wed, 15 May 2013 15:31:38 GMT

‘Being Open Following a Serious Clinical Incident’ is a new publication that looks at how a serious clinical incident was handled in a Welsh health board.

Urdd Eisteddfod visitors urged to receive MMR vaccination

Wed, 15 May 2013 15:20:39 GMT

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

New Equality, Diversity and Human Rights resource

Wed, 15 May 2013 10:01:14 GMT

Hywel Dda Health Board has launched new Equality, Diversity and Human Rights web pages as part of a national NHS week.

Think fruity this Healthy Wednesday

Wed, 15 May 2013 08:26:44 GMT

This Healthy Wednesday think fruity to help you stay healthy.

Vaccination uptake still not high enough to eliminate measles in Wales

Tue, 14 May 2013 13:21:12 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.

Talk about dementia at local events this week!

Tue, 14 May 2013 11:53:21 GMT

Hywel Dda Health Board will be encouraging people to talk about dementia at local events being held to mark Dementia Awareness Week (19-26 May).

Hywel Dda Health Board is supporting national Walk to Work Week

Mon, 13 May 2013 09:24:27 GMT

Hywel Dda Health Board are urging people to swap cars, buses and trains for a ticket to stride this Walk to Work Week.

Hywel Dda Health Board celebrates International Nurses Day

Fri, 10 May 2013 16:37:10 GMT

Hywel Dda Health Board is celebrating International Nurses Day on 12 May 2013.

Further measles outbreaks feared as cases continue to increase

Fri, 10 May 2013 13:00:39 GMT

Public Health Wales is warning of its concerns that outbreaks of measles may start to be seen outside of the Swansea area as cases continue to be reported across Wales.

Seven new measles cases in Hywel Dda Health Board

Wed, 08 May 2013 15:54:46 GMT

Figures released by Public Health Wales today show that there have been seven new cases of measles in the Hywel Dda Health Board area in the last six days, bringing the total number of cases in Hywel Dda in 2013 to 81.

Vaccination uptake still not high enough across Wales as measles outbreak continues to grow

Wed, 08 May 2013 12:36:02 GMT

Public Health Wales is warning that, as cases of measles continue to be reported in the Swansea area and across Wales, not enough children are being vaccinated to prevent further outbreaks.

This Healthy Wednesday we're asking, are you Sun Aware?

Wed, 08 May 2013 09:39:59 GMT

This Healthy Wednesday falls in the midst of Sun Awareness Week, run by the British Association of Dermatologists to encourage people to regularly self-examine for skin cancer and to teach people about the dangers of sunburn and excessive tanning.

Information day for new development

Tue, 07 May 2013 11:57:04 GMT

Work on the new Home for Life housing scheme plus a new Primary Care Health Centre building is underway in Crymych, Pembrokeshire.

State of the art front of house unit opened at Bronglais

Fri, 03 May 2013 17:05:10 GMT

Health Minister Mark Drakeford was in Aberystwyth today (03/05/13) to open officially the new £38m front of house area at Bronglais hospital.

Deeper understanding of parents' concerns key to combating measles outbreak

Fri, 03 May 2013 14:03:09 GMT

Parents in the Swansea area who haven’t provided consent for their children to receive the MMR vaccination have been contacted this week.

NHS Wales staff survery results published

Fri, 03 May 2013 11:44:53 GMT

Hywel Dda Health Board and the Welsh Government have thanked local NHS staff for sharing their views as part of the NHS Wales staff survey, published today.

More than 6,000 in Hywel Dda Health Board area aged 10-18 still unprotected from measles

Fri, 03 May 2013 09:44:21 GMT

More than 6,000 people in the Hywel Dda Health Board area between the ages of 10 and 18 are still unprotected from measles according to Public Health Wales.

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales Publishes Inspection Report on Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board, Wrexham Maelor Hospital

Thu, 02 May 2013 14:53:13 GMT

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) today publishes a report following an announced Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulation (IR(ME)R) inspection at Wrexham Maelor Hospital part of Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board.

Hardest hit age group urged to receive MMR as measles outbreak continues to grow

Thu, 02 May 2013 12:50:32 GMT

Public Health Wales continues to urge MMR vaccination for children and young people aged between 10 and 18 as the measles outbreak centred on the Swansea area continues to grow.

Visit your pharmacy in May to lower your risk of stroke

Thu, 02 May 2013 09:40:40 GMT

New Health and Social Care Minister, Mark Drakeford, will launch a Wales-wide national community pharmacy public health campaign this week (2 May) to help people lower their risk of stroke.

First Minister confirmed as registration opens for third Welsh Public Health Conference

Wed, 01 May 2013 18:30:33 GMT

First Minister for Wales Carwyn Jones and Professor Sir Harry Burns have been announced as keynote speakers at the third Welsh Public Health Conference.

Launch of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Screening Programme

Wed, 01 May 2013 16:54:21 GMT

Men aged 65 in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire and through-out Wales will be invited to take part in a new screening programme launched today (May 1, 2013) by Public Health Wales.

MMR vaccine proves 99 per cent effective during outbreak

Wed, 01 May 2013 14:18:03 GMT

Emerging data from the measles outbreak centred around the Swansea area is showing that two doses of the MMR protects in around 99 of 100 cases.

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales Job Opportunities

Wed, 01 May 2013 13:33:19 GMT

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales is advertising a number of job opportunities in key roles.

Preparatory work on the Bathhouse site

Wed, 01 May 2013 11:55:15 GMT

Residents in Cardigan can look forward to seeing some activity on the Bathhouse site as progress is made on Cardigan Integrated Care Project.

Launch of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Screening Programme

Wed, 01 May 2013 10:12:03 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.

Importance of vaccines discussed at 10th Welsh Immunisation Conference

Wed, 01 May 2013 10:03:57 GMT

Over 130 delegates from across Wales met to discuss the latest developments in immunisation programmes across the UK at the tenth Welsh Immunisation conference in Cardiff on Tuesday 30 April 2013.

Providing the best care is not simply about beds

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 16:41:43 GMT

Hywel Dda Health Board is seeing progress in improving care as it strives to provide patients with the right care, in the right place and at the right time.

Drop in Llanelli MMR Clinic a Success

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 15:30:31 GMT

A drop in MMR clinic held on Saturday 27 April at the Elizabeth Williams Health Centre in Llanelli saw 550 vaccinated against risk of

This Healthy Wednesday if you have a long term condition -- help is at hand

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 15:22:59 GMT

Living with an illness everyday can be difficult but this Healthy Wednesday we are highlighting a programme which can help you.

Four thousand vaccinated in measles outbreak area as cases pass 1,000

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 12:45:26 GMT

Around 4,000 children and young people aged between 10 and 18 have received the MMR vaccine in the Swansea area in the past month – but measles cases continue to rise and have now reached 1,011.

Hywel Dda Health Board is helping you maintain a healthy weight

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 11:19:31 GMT

Hywel Dda Health Board and our partners are promoting maintaining a healthy weight throughout May.

Mental health nursing students receive Home fire safety training

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 09:33:09 GMT

Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service (MAWWFRS), Hywel Dda Health Board and Swansea University have pr

Da Iawn Matthew!

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 16:28:49 GMT

A member of staff from Withybush Hospital has been short-listed for Welsh Learner of the Year at the National Eisteddfod.

Health Board members re-appointed

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 17:14:14 GMT

Hywel Dda Health Board is pleased to announce the re-appointment of Chairman, Chris Martin and four of its independent members who represent specialist fields on the Board.

Co-operation and not competition saves Carmarthen man's life

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 15:59:36 GMT

A Carmarthen man who suffered an extremely rare, potentially fatal condition was so awed by the care he received from the NHS both in England and Wales that he has helped anaesthetic nursing professionals from Gha

Measles led to labyrinthitis

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 15:21:20 GMT

Katina Andreou, a music teacher and freelance musician from Cardigan, counts herself lucky she only has labyrinthitis as a result of having measles when she was a baby.

Hywel Dda Comprehensive School MMR Vaccination Programme Starts

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 15:08:38 GMT

A programme to provide the MMR vaccine in Hywel Dda comprehensive schools starts today.

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

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 13:13:30 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.

Prevent, protect, immunise this Healthy Wednesday

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 11:00:10 GMT

Hywel Dda Health Board is urging local people, particularly parents, to review their immunisations this Health Wednesday.

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales Inspection report on Morriston Hospital Published

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 17:05:16 GMT

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) today publishes a report following an unannounced Dignity and Essential Care inspection at Morriston Hospital.

Thousands take up MMR vaccine as outbreak hits 886

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 12:04:20 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.

GP surgeries in front line effort to vaccinate and protect against Measles

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 11:52:04 GMT

Save Lives -- Clean Your Hands

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 09:44:45 GMT

Patients, visitors and staff across Hywel Dda Health Board are being reminded to Clean their Hands.

Drop In MMR Clinic in Llanelli Announced

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 09:31:22 GMT

Alongside more targeted efforts to vaccinate and protect those at risk of catching Measles, a drop in MMR clinic will now be held on Saturday 27 April 2013 at the Elizabeth Williams Clinic in Llanelli.

Presentations published from physical activity, nutrition and diabetes research seminar

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 16:45:53 GMT

The Physical Activity and Nutrition Network Wales has published presentations from their recently organised seminar on physical activity, nutrition and diabetes.

Updated statement on a death in a case of measles

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 16:34:10 GMT

Statement by Dr Marion Lyons, Director of Health Protection, Public Health Wales.

Statement on possible death from measles

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 10:58:53 GMT

Statement by Dr Marion Lyons, Director of Health Protection, Public Health Wales.

Risk to older children highlighted as measles outbreak passes 800 cases

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 13:00:47 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.

Agenda and papers published for twenty fourth Board meeting

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 10:58:04 GMT

The agenda and papers have been published for the twenty fourth meeting of the Public Health Wales Board.

This Healthy Wednesday look after your mental health

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 08:40:28 GMT

One in five people will have depression at some point in their life – this Healthy Wednesday we are helping you look after your mental health.

Parents urged to act quickly as measles outbreak hits 765 cases

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 12:46:24 GMT

Public Health Wales is urging parents to act quickly to vaccinate their children against measles as the number of cases in the outbreak centred on the Swansea area has increased to 765.

Positive reaction to MMR plea but greater uptake needed across Hywel Dda

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 15:51:03 GMT

MMR vaccinations provided by GPs across Hywel Dda Health Board have increased by over 100 per cent, as parents ensure their children are protected against Measles.

Advice service for families at pharmacies in North Wales piloted

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 15:16:44 GMT

A new pilot project has been launched in North Wales where pharmacy staff will be able to give health promotion advice to families regarding pregnancy and children in the early years of life (0-5 year olds).

Raising the international profile of improvements in NHS Wales

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 16:12:09 GMT

Healthcare professionals from across the world will find out about improvements in the quality of care and patient safety in NHS Wales, at the International Forum on Quality and Safety in Healthcare in London from 16-19 April.

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

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 13:44:48 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.

Consultation receives stamp of best practice

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 16:16:03 GMT

Hywel Dda Health Board’s consultation – Your Health Your Future – has been given a hallmark of best practice.

Latest department set to open as part of £38million scheme

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 14:38:26 GMT

The new Day Surgery Unit at Bronglais Hospital is set to open on Tuesday 9 April 2013.

Parkinson's Resource Box will help put staff in patient's shoes

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 11:45:02 GMT

A Parkinson’s Resource Box will be provided for every inpatient ward in Hywel Dda Health Board and community pharmacies across Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire will also be marking Parkinson’s Awareness Week (15-19 April).

This Healthy Wednesday -- was your Easter too eggs-travagant?

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 08:40:05 GMT

Don’t worry if you or the kids have over indulged on chocolate as this Healthy Wednesday we are helping you cut down on your hidden sugar intake.

Measles cases in Swansea outbreak pass 600

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 13:11:19 GMT

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

STOP Campaign builds on successful first year

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 11:30:36 GMT

The STOP Campaign to improve the safety of patient care through better use of catheters and cannulas is making a difference to patients across Wales.

Date announced for the third Welsh Public Health Conference

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 16:42:55 GMT

The date for this year’s Welsh Public Health Conference has been announced as Thursday 10 and Friday 11 October in Cardiff.

Toolkit to tackle obesity in North Wales

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 16:30:08 GMT

North Wales Public Health team have joined forces with the Communities First cluster teams to take forward a locally developed toolkit designed to address a systems approach to the prevention of obesity.

Walk to Beat Bowel Cancer - Saturday 20 April

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 17:03:03 GMT

Friends and families from every corner of Hywel Dda are being encouraged to put on their walking shoes to beat bowel cancer this April.

Congratulations to our Champions for Health -- from Lord Coe!

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 15:52:59 GMT

Lord Coe, Olympic and Paralympic Legacy Ambassador, has sent a special message to NHS Wales staff who have taken part in the Champions for Health campaign.

Report hails lung campaign success

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 15:48:19 GMT

An evaluation into a 2012 community pharmacy public health campaign to raise awareness of respiratory disease found that pharmacists in Wales completed a short breath test questionnaire with over 13,000 members of the public.

Nearly 600 extra people receive MMR in past week

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 14:00:11 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.

Cancer incidence in Wales 2007-11 report published

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 13:04:34 GMT

The Welsh Cancer Intelligence and Surveillance Unit (WCISU) has published cancer incidence figures in Wales for the diagnosis period from 2007 to 2011.

New half-day Brief Intervention training dates released

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 12:50:28 GMT

Stop Smoking Wales are pleased to announce that they are now offering new free half-day brief intervention training courses.

Find out about keeping your heart healthy

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 09:15:51 GMT

People are being invited to three free healthy living events in Ceredigion.

MMR jab protection more vital than ever as measles cases top 500

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 15:45:49 GMT

Public Health Wales is emphasising the critical need for children to have the MMR vaccination as the number of cases in the outbreak centred on Swansea reaches 541.

Wales' first Reader in Rural Health and Community Wellbeing appointed

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 15:07:56 GMT

Aberystwyth University, Hywel Dda Health Board and the University of Wales Trinity Saint David are proud to announce the appointment of Mr Manoj Kulshrestha as Wales’ first Reader in Rural Health and Community Wellbeing.

Volunteers celebrated

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 10:53:51 GMT

Hywel Dda Health Board has said thank you to its 100s of volunteers and received national recognition for their work.

Have you used your Bowel Cancer Screening home kit this Healthy Wednesday?

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 10:34:30 GMT

This Healthy Wednesday we’re supporting Bowel Screening Wales’ message – ‘don’t die of embarrassment’ – to mark the start of Bowel Cancer Awareness Month.

Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards: Annual Monitoring Report for Health and Social Care

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 13:40:14 GMT

A joint report between CSSIW and HIW that looks at the third year of the operation of Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards in Wales.

2011 Census indicators published for health board areas

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 15:26:26 GMT

The Public Health Wales Observatory has published a series of profiles for each of the seven health board areas based on the results of the 2011 Census.

Choose Well This Healthy Wednesday

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 10:13:10 GMT

This Healthy Wednesday people in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire are being reminded to Choose Well over Easter.

MMR vaccination rates too low to halt epidemic as measles cases in Wales double in three weeks

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 12:33:56 GMT

Public Health Wales is urging parents, carers and communities to ensure that all children are given the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) jab as cases in the outbreak centred on Swansea reach 432.

Wales top of the table in antenatal detection rates of major congenital heart disease

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 12:28:55 GMT

Recently published data indicates that in 2011/12 Wales had the highest rates of heart abnormalities detected antenatally in the UK.

Plea for parents to protect their children against the spread of Measles

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 16:47:39 GMT

Hywel Dda Health Board is supporting Public Health Wales’ plea for parents to ensure children are given two doses of the three-in-one measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine as cases across West Wales continue to rise.

Director of Nursing announced

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 10:14:58 GMT

Rhiannon Beaumont-Wood has been appointed to the new role of Director of Nursing for Public Health Wales.

Agenda and papers published for twenty third Board meeting

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 10:08:39 GMT

The agenda and papers have been published for the twenty third meeting of the Public Health Wales Board.

STOP Campaign launched in Abertawe Bro Morgannwg University Health Board

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 15:31:08 GMT

Hospital staff in Abertawe Bro Morgannwg University Health Board have been invited to join in the 1000 Lives Plus STOP Campaign to improve the safety of patient care through better use of catheters and cannulas.

Measles cases pass 300 as outbreak continues to spread

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 12:10:26 GMT

Public Health Wales is renewing its plea to parents to ensure children are given the three-in-one measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) jab as cases in the outbreak centred on Swansea reach 316 with 64 new cases reported in the last week alone.

All the fun of Fair Trade at Cathedral Road

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 12:09:06 GMT

The Public Health Wales offices at 14 Cathedral Road in Cardiff have become a fair trade zone after being awarded a small grant to establish the site as a Fair Trade Workplace.