Cardiff & Vale University Health Board: Latest News

Snow problem for determined health staff

Tue, 22 May 2012 12:11:54 GMT

ARCTIC conditions and temperatures of -17c were not enough to stop Cardiff health staff completing a gruelling 24 hour challenge.

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.

GP surveillance of infections in Wales report

Mon, 21 May 2012 10:24:14 GMT

Weekly newsletter which includes clinical consultations rates of 13 diseases, based on returns from 44 sentinel practices in Wales, and a topical news article. This week - The Oak Processionary Moth

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.

Local people become champions for health

Fri, 18 May 2012 13:26:28 GMT

Local people in Gwent are being given the opportunity to become champions for health in their community thanks to a new scheme launched this week.

AWMSG 10 Year Conference

Fri, 18 May 2012 13:09:15 GMT

The AWMSG Conference - a decade of improving access to medicines - will be held at the Wales Millennium Stadium on Thursday, 24th May 2012.

Parents reminded of vaccinations ahead of summer holidays

Fri, 18 May 2012 13:04:57 GMT

Parents in Wales booking their summer holidays are being reminded to make sure they also book an appointment for their children to receive their vaccinations.

Powys Public Health Team marks Stroke Awareness Month

Fri, 18 May 2012 13:03:09 GMT

May is National Stroke Awareness Month, and Powys Public Health Team is reminding residents of how to recognise the signs of a stroke.

Improving quality reduces costs, according to new white paper

Fri, 18 May 2012 11:36:27 GMT

NHS 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

Fri, 18 May 2012 10:52:50 GMT

A 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

Fri, 18 May 2012 10:35:49 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.

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.

Let your good idea Shine!

Thu, 17 May 2012 11:52:24 GMT

The 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.

Influenza activity in Wales: week 19 2012

Thu, 17 May 2012 09:56:49 GMT

The weekly clinical consultation rate for influenza in Wales for week 19 is 2.4 consultations per 100,000 population and has very slightly increased compared to week 18 (2.1 consultations).

Teenage Conception Audit commences

Thu, 17 May 2012 09:47:59 GMT

A Teenage Conception Audit has been implemented across the end of pregnancy services in NHS Wales as part of a project co-ordinated by Public Health 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.

New service for UHW

Tue, 15 May 2012 17:07:59 GMT

A NEW park and ride bus service for University Hospital of Wales has hit the road.

Workplace Cycle Challenge

Tue, 15 May 2012 13:59:56 GMT

A cycle challenge aimed at workplaces and communities in Cardiff, Swansea, Gwynedd and Anglesey is being organised in July 2012.

Consultation on Active Travel (Wales) Bill

Tue, 15 May 2012 13:46:16 GMT

After five years of lobbying the Welsh Government have published their white paper on Active Travel which requires local authorities to plan and provide for a network of walking and cycling routes, underpinned by best practice design standards.

Public Health Wales marks International Nurses' Day

Fri, 11 May 2012 13:06:35 GMT

Public Health Wales is marking International Nurses’ Day by highlighting the work of some of its staff.

Influenza activity in Wales: week 18 2012

Fri, 11 May 2012 11:35:32 GMT

The weekly clinical consultation rate for influenza in Wales for week 18 is 2.4 consultations per 100,000 population and has very slightly decreased compared to week 17 (2.8 consultations).

UHB staff tackle three mountains in 24 hours

Fri, 11 May 2012 10:47:26 GMT

HEALTH board workers are climbing three mountains, in three different countries in just 24 hours to raise money for a mental health charity.

Wales Mental Health Primary Care Network

Thu, 10 May 2012 10:57:49 GMT

WaMH in PC has just launched their new Facebook page, they will be updating their new page with information and links every day to highlight the work they are doing to promote and improve mental health care across Wales.

Active Ageing Seminar 2012

Wed, 09 May 2012 13:09:56 GMT

The third Active Ageing Seminar was held in London on 2 May 2012 organised by VIDA Network.

Growing a healthy older population in Wales

Wed, 09 May 2012 13:05:37 GMT

Researchers at the Cardiff School of Health Sciences have been investigating whether outdoor physical and leisure activities may offer more benefits to health in later life compared to indoor activities.

Changing the Game, for Girls

Wed, 09 May 2012 12:00:57 GMT

The Women’s Sport and Fitness Foundation (WSFF) have produced a report which identifies that girls in the UK are not getting enough exercise – and that schools hold the key to encouraging girls to get active.

Welsh Outdoor Recreation Survey

Wed, 09 May 2012 11:43:08 GMT

The Welsh Outdoor Recreation Survey measures participation in outdoor recreation amongst adults resident in Wales. It is jointly commissioned by the Countryside Council for Wales and the Forestry Commission Wales.

Physical Activity Research Seminar

Wed, 09 May 2012 11:35:26 GMT

The Physical Activity and Nutrition Networks Wales are holding a series of Physical Activity Research Seminars which explore issues relating to the research and evidence base associated with the key themes identified in Climbing Higher and Creating an Active Wales.

Laboratory-confirmed infections and notifications reports

Wed, 09 May 2012 10:48:00 GMT

The Communicable Disease Surveillance Centre has published reports on rates of laboratory-confirmed infections and notifications of communicable diseases in Wales for the month of April 2012.

Consultation: Together for Mental Health - A Cross-Government Strategy for Mental Health and Wellbeing in Wales

Tue, 08 May 2012 14:28:57 GMT

Start of consultation: 08/05/2012
End of consultation: 31/07/2012

‘Together for Mental Health’ is our new mental health strategy for Wales, covering people of all ages. It aims to address the needs of people with mental health problems or a mental illness, whilst also improving mental wellbeing.

Results of healthcare associated infections survey published

Tue, 08 May 2012 13:59:28 GMT

Public Health Wales has published the Welsh results of a European study to collect data on healthcare associated infections, the use of medical devices and antimicrobial usage in hospitals.

Case of cryptosporidiosis investigated in Cardiff school

Fri, 04 May 2012 16:00:05 GMT

Public Health Wales and Environmental Health Officers from Cardiff County Council are investigating several cases of diarrhoeal illness in sixth formers from The Bishop of Llandaff Church in Wales High School, Cardiff.

Chart toppers land at Skypad

Fri, 04 May 2012 10:40:30 GMT

HIP hop pop duo the Rizzle Kicks were number one with patients and staff when they visited the Skypad at University Hospital of Wales.

GP surveillance of infections in Wales report

Fri, 04 May 2012 10:22:29 GMT

Weekly newsletter which includes clinical consultations rates of 13 diseases, based on returns from 44 sentinel practices in Wales, and a topical news article. This week - National Community Child Health Database

Equality Plan for Public Health Wales approved

Fri, 04 May 2012 09:56:17 GMT

A plan which sets out the principles of the organisation’s commitment to equality and diversity has been adopted.

Influenza activity in Wales: week 17 2012

Thu, 03 May 2012 17:25:59 GMT

The weekly clinical consultation rate for influenza in Wales for week 17 is 2.8 consultations per 100,000 population and has very slightly increased compared to week 16 (2.1 consultations).

"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.

Report published on fellowship trip to British Columbia

Wed, 02 May 2012 16:06:22 GMT

Sarah Hope, Principal Health Promotion Specialist with Powys Public Health Team, has now produced a report detailing her recent travels and studies throughout British Columbia.

Rugby star tackles embarrassment of bowel screening!

Wed, 02 May 2012 15:44:32 GMT

Rugby star, Phil Bennett is hoping to kick bowel cancer into touch, after promoting Bowel Screening Wales on ITV this week.

Registration opens for Welsh Public Health Conference

Tue, 01 May 2012 15:56:12 GMT

Registration is now open for the second Welsh Public Health Conference being held on 18 July 2012 at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, Cardiff.

Case studies highlight examples of patient and person driven care from across Wales

Tue, 01 May 2012 14:48:49 GMT

1000 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.

Plan for liver health in prisons launched

Tue, 01 May 2012 14:10:36 GMT

Public Health Wales has launched a service delivery plan to support Welsh prisons in improving liver health for prisoners.

Public Health Wales website statistics for March 2012 published

Tue, 01 May 2012 14:03:42 GMT

Data collected by Google Analytics on how visitors interacted with the Public Health Wales website during the third month of 2012 are now available.

Improving treatment for individuals with eating disorders

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:18:06 GMT

The 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.

Ratification of AWMSG Advice

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 12:21:26 GMT

The Minister for Health and Social Services has ratified AWMSG's recommendations in relation to the appraisals held at the March 2012 meeting.

The Final Appraisal Recommendations are available to view here

Childhood vaccines highlighted during European Immunizations Week

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 10:00:34 GMT

Public Health Wales is highlighting the importance of childhood vaccinations during European Immunization Week 2012.

National recognition for the all-Wales Enhanced Recovery after Surgery programme

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 09:51:16 GMT

NHS Wales staff involved in work to improve the quality of patient care following major surgery are celebrating after winning a UK-wide award.

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.

Just the ticket

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 10:48:10 GMT

A new direct bus link between the University Hospital of Wales and Newport will be rolled out on Monday.

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.

Measles cases in Gwynedd continue to rise

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 16:03:23 GMT

Parents across North Wales are being urged to ensure that their children are up to date with both doses of their MMR vaccination following an increase of cases of measles across Gwynedd.

Update on outbreak of cryptosporidiosis associated with Cwmbran farm

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 15:54:55 GMT

A further four people have been clinically diagnosed with cryptosporidiosis and are linked to the outbreak associated with a farm in Cwmbran.

Professor Simon Smail re-appointed as Non Executive Director of Public Health Wales

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 13:55:44 GMT

Health Minister Lesley Griffiths has announced that Professor Simon Smail has been re-appointed as a Non Executive Director of Public Health Wales.

Nurse's literary voyage

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 13:02:07 GMT

A Cardiff health worker is setting sail on a journey to uncover the history of one of the city’s famous ships and is asking for help.

Call for posters for Welsh Public Health Conference

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 11:06:13 GMT

Poster abstracts are now being accepted for the second Welsh Public Health Conference being held on 18 July in Cardiff.

Wales Coast Path to open in May 2012

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 11:56:25 GMT

The Wales Coast Path is due to open on 05 May 2012 which will provide a continuous walking route of 870 miles around the whole of Wales.

Countdown to London 2012

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 11:51:41 GMT

With the countdown now on to London 2012 keep up to date with all the latest Olympic and Paralympic news on the Sport Wales website.

Sport Wales -- Community Sport Strategy

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 11:43:17 GMT

A new, sector-wide Community Sport Strategy has been developed.

The Marmot Review: implications for Spatial Planning

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 10:43:06 GMT

A paper has been developed which presents further analysis of evidence on health and the built environment, sustainable development and spatial planning which was outlined in the Marmot Review and associated evidence papers.

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 Challenge Wales

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 12:16:15 GMT

The Minister for Health and Social Services has approved a new bidding round for

the Health Challenge Wales Voluntary Sector Grant Scheme.

Flu-like illness at Carmarthenshire residential home

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 17:10:36 GMT

Public Health Wales is investigating an outbreak of flu-like illness at a residential home in Carmarthenshire.

THET Medium Paired Institutional Medical Equipment Grants

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 15:12:56 GMT

THET is pleased to announce a call for applications for Medium Paired Institutional Medical Equipment Grants. The grants form part of the Health Partnership Scheme (HPS), a four-year programme which funds Health Partnerships to carry out training and capacity-building projects in low-income countries.

Boost for cancer support services

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 12:25:15 GMT

A HELPING hand is being offered to cancer patients and their families in a new centre at University Hospital of Wales.

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.

Water Health Partnership for Wales newsletter published

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 09:49:37 GMT

The Water Health Partnership for Wales has published it's first newsletter giving an update on what is happening within the Partnership and providing an overview of current improvement projects and forthcoming events.

Schmallenberg Virus

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 16:48:16 GMT

Information about Schmallenberg virus (SBV) which is associated with disease in animals, has been published by the Department of Food, Environment and Rural Affairs (Defra), the Animal Health and Veterinary Laboratories Agency (AHVLA) and the Health Protection Agency (HPA).

Agenda and papers published for seventeenth Board meeting

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 16:08:31 GMT

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

Wider determinants of health reports produced at small area level

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 13:52:23 GMT

The Public Health Wales Observatory has published small area reports for each of the seven health board areas which map a number of indicators relating to the wider determinants of health.

Wales for Africa Health Links Annual Conference 5th July

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 13:15:58 GMT

The Wales for Africa Health Links Annual Conference is due to take place on Thursday July 5th at UWIC’s Llandaff Campus. The title for the conference is 'Primary Health Care: Now more than Ever'.

Participation Cymru

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 10:49:06 GMT

Participation Cymru unveil new citizen and community engagement training programme

The Health Challenge Wales Voluntary Sector Grant Scheme 2013-2015

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 09:04:51 GMT

The Minister for Health and Social Services has approved a new bidding round for the Health Challenge Wales Voluntary Sector Grant Scheme.

Patient praise for specialist nurse

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 10:46:39 GMT

A SPECIALIST nurse from Cardiff has won a national award after being nominated by the patients she helps.

Flu outbreaks at Swansea nursing homes

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 09:24:34 GMT

Public Health Wales is investigating flu outbreaks at two nursing homes in Swansea.

TB screening in Rhondda Cynon Taf

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 17:45:11 GMT

A man from the Rhondda Cynon Taf area has been diagnosed with pulmonary tuberculosis He has been recovering at home and has not been admitted to hospital.

Wales well represented at International Forum on Quality and Safety in Healthcare

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 12:00:38 GMT

Quality 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).

Courses restore confidence for those with chronic conditions

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 10:39:29 GMT

Starting on 16 April, all 708 pharmacies in Wales will be participating in a two week campaign to give patients with long term conditions the confidence and skills to manage their health.

Age Cymru publishes sexual health and wellbeing booklet for over 50s

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 14:59:12 GMT

A Welsh charity has published a sexual health and wellbeing booklet for over 50s.

Outbreak of cryptosporidium associated with Cwmbran farm

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 14:31:06 GMT

Public Health Wales and Torfaen County Borough Council with the Animal Health and Veterinary Laboratories Agency are investigating an outbreak of cryptosporidium associated with a farm in Cwmbran.

Welsh Public Health Conference date announced

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 12:01:55 GMT

The second Welsh Public Health Conference will be held on Wednesday 18 July 2012 at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, Cardiff.

The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 09:19:12 GMT

The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) are currently inviting new applications for membership of the Programme Development Group of overweight and obese adults – lifestyle weight management services.

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.

Nurse goes to great lengths for charity

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 10:47:24 GMT

A STAFF nurse from Cardiff has raised hundreds of pounds after a gruelling 16 mile, near six hour swim for charity.

AWMSG Meeting

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 10:16:49 GMT

The next meeting of AWMSG will be held on Wednesday 9th May 2012 at The Angel Hotel, Abergavenny. Agenda and meeting papers are available here.

Small Woods -- new look and new website

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 13:43:08 GMT

The Small Woods website has been updated and now highlights all of the work and initiatives that are under the Small Woods umbrella.

The BHF National Centre is now on Twitter

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 13:36:47 GMT

If you’re on Twitter you can follow the BHFNC on @BHFactive for all the latest physical activity news and resources.

CLOZAPINE AND GASTROINTESTINAL OBSTRUCTION

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 10:18:06 GMT

Please note communication from the Chief Pharmaceutical Officer issued April 2012 CPhO(2012)1