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Public Health Wales surveys parents on measles vaccination concerns
Wednesday, 22 May 2013, Public Health WalesPublic 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
Wednesday, 22 May 2013, 1000 Lives PlusStaying 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. -
Good progress made on health delivery plans
Wednesday, 22 May 2013, Welsh GovernmentHealth Minister Mark Drakeford has given a six-month update on progress against the Welsh Government’s five year strategy for the health service, Together for Health. -
First Abdominal Aortic Anyeursm Screening clinics in Wales
Wednesday, 22 May 2013, Cardiff & Vale University Health BoardInvitations have been sent to 65 year old men living in Wales to attend the first screening clinics for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA). -
National lead for Cardiff clinician
Tuesday, 21 May 2013, Cardiff & Vale University Health BoardA CLINICIAN from Cardiff has been appointed to lead a national programme for the Royal College of Physicians. -
Online seminars will help doctors to champion change in NHS Wales
Tuesday, 21 May 2013, 1000 Lives Plus“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. -
All Wales Sexual Health Network Annual Report 2012-2013
Tuesday, 21 May 2013, All Wales Sexual Health NetworkThe All Wales Sexual Health Network’s Annual Report has been published and is available to download on the All Wales Sexual Health Network website. -
Measles outbreak cases rise again as school vaccinations enter final week
Tuesday, 21 May 2013, Public Health WalesYoung 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. -
Wales Institute of Social & Economic Research, Data & Methods (WISERD) Annual Conference
Tuesday, 21 May 2013, Physical Activity and Nutrition Networks WalesThis annual conference showcases policy relevant research in Wales and attracts colleagues from academic, policy, public, private and third sectors. -
Next AWMSG Meeting
Tuesday, 21 May 2013, All Wales Medicines Strategy GroupThe next AWMSG meeting will be held in Abergavenny at 10.30 am on Wednesday, 12th June 2013. Meeting papers will be available here. -
Adult Nutrition and Dietetics Course for Multicultural Groups
Tuesday, 21 May 2013, Physical Activity and Nutrition Networks WalesFollowing the publication of the Multicultural Handbook of Food, Nutrition and Dietetics, which was published in March 2012, Aruna Thaker will be hosting the first Adult Nutrition and Dietetics course for Multicultural Groups. -
Welsh Health Survey 2012: Initial Results
Tuesday, 21 May 2013, Physical Activity and Nutrition Networks WalesThe initial results of the latest National Statistics produced by Welsh Government on the health and health-related lifestyle of people living in Wales were released on the 16 May 2013. -
Minister tells NHS managers: "Listen to your staff and take action"
Friday, 17 May 2013, Welsh GovernmentHealth Minister Mark Drakeford has given a clear message to NHS managers to take action in response to the recent NHS Wales staff survey. -
Let’s get physical report
Friday, 17 May 2013, Physical Activity and Nutrition Networks WalesThis new report from the Mental Health Foundation highlights how physical activity is beneficial for people’s mental health and wellbeing. -
Sense and Public Health Wales warn of potential dangers of a rubella outbreak
Friday, 17 May 2013, Public Health WalesNational deafblind charity Sense and Public Health Wales have today warned of the potential dangers of a rubella outbreak in Wales. -
Cardiff-based specialists lead pioneering cancer research
Thursday, 16 May 2013, Cardiff & Vale University Health BoardLeukaemia specialists at Cardiff and Vale University Health Board have led a successful trial of a first-of-its kind cancer treatment, offering new hope for elderly patients with leukaemia.
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MMR vaccination given to more than 50,000 in Wales
Thursday, 16 May 2013, Public Health WalesEfforts 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. -
Dementia Diagnosis Rates: ‘Shockingly Low’
Thursday, 16 May 2013, All Wales Mental Health Promotion NetworkThe NHS in England has been told to push for a rapid rise in dementia diagnosis rates, so that by 2015, two out of three cases are identified. -
People would rather do housework and even go to a Justin Bieber concert than do physical activity
Thursday, 16 May 2013, All Wales Mental Health Promotion NetworkNew report from the Mental Health Foundation highlights how physical activity is beneficial for people’s mental health and wellbeing. -
Influenza activity in Wales: week 19 2013
Thursday, 16 May 2013, Public Health Wales Health Protection DivisionThe weekly clinical consultation rate for influenza in Wales for week 19 2013 is 2.5 consultations per 100,000 population. This is below the threshold for normal seasonal activity and is stable compared to the consultation rate for the previous week (2.2 per 100,000). -
Public Health Development Directorate Director Posts announced
Wednesday, 15 May 2013, Public Health WalesFollowing 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
Wednesday, 15 May 2013, 1000 Lives Plus‘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
Wednesday, 15 May 2013, Public Health WalesPublic Health Wales is encouraging young people to get vaccinated before they go to the Urdd Eisteddfod.
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Campaign calls for more foster carers
Wednesday, 15 May 2013, Welsh GovernmentA campaign has begun to highlight the difference that fostering can make. -
Clinic success
Wednesday, 15 May 2013, Cardiff & Vale University Health BoardA NEW clinic to help lymphoedema patients in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan is proving a success.A NEW clinic to help lymphoedema patients in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan is proving a success.
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