Listening to the "conversations" of brain cells as they develop could help researchers to better understand the early causes of Parkinson's disease. Parkinson's is the second most common neurodegenerative condition after Alzheimer's disease. The disease causes parts of the brain to become progressively damaged over many years. But relatively little is known about its early stages, as much of the damage happens before symptoms appear.

Guide Dogs Cymru offers information and advice to help people of all ages in Wales find ways to live actively, independently and well with sight loss. We are experts in getting around safely, dog care and welfare, family support, assistive technology and much more.

Cardiff and Vale Regional Innovation Co-ordination Hub are pleased to announce the release of their Annual Report for 2022-23.

Public Health Wales has published its third Summary Calendar of International Horizon Scanning Reports.

The International Health Coordination Centre (IHCC) at Public Health Wales has detailed how supporting, strengthening and championing international and global health activity directly benefits people in Wales and beyond.

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is holding a recruitment event on 24 May, showcasing the vast variety of roles across the Health Board. The event will be held at the Hilton Hotel in Cardiff and will be open to anyone with an interest in a starting a career with the Health Board.

Invitation to a free online event hosted by the Wales School for Social Prescribing Research (WSSPR). It will be a great opportunity to shape the future of social prescribing in Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan and build upon the work the RIC Hub has undertaken with WSSPR over the last year.

Public Health Wales doctors are reassuring parents after a very small number of cases of a rare complication of enterovirus has caused myocarditis in very young babies.

Public health experts are urging people to familiarise themselves with the symptoms of stroke, one of the biggest causes of death in Wales. Early medical treatment for stroke not only saves lives but increases the chances of recovery. The Act FAST campaign is launching across Wales today (27th April) to remind people about the symptoms of stroke and the importance of getting urgent medical help.

Results of a new survey from Public Health Wales, in which participants were asked if they agreed or disagreed with statements about climate change and sustainability, have revealed that 90 per cent of people in Wales would like to see big businesses do more to help them do more for the environment. 36 per cent agreed while 54 per cent strongly agreed with the statement ‘Big businesses such as supermarkets need to do more to help people change their behaviour’.

An agile scoping review of secondary evidence by the Evidence Service at Public Health Wales has aimed to establish the existing evidence around maximising prehabilitation interventions.

On Thursday 25 May 2023 10.30 – 11.30 am. We will be delivering an information session on Versus Arthritis Research. This is a free online information session available for patients and Healthcare Professionals.

The Vale of Glamorgan Council has expanded its bike hire provision by introducing a scheme to Llantwit Major.

A team of health professionals have won a prestigious national award for their work in improving uptake of childhood vaccinations.

The bank holiday weekend is fast approaching, and while some may be celebrating or getting away, our top tips will help prevent accidents or illness interrupting the fun. From prepping your first-aid kit to familiarising yourself with the different ways you can access care, equip yourself with what you need to avoid a trip to our Emergency and Minor Injuries Unit, so that we can help those most in need.

Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan may have just over 1,500 hours of sunshine per year, but staying sun safe is important.

People often talk about the positive emotions they experience during pregnancy and the first year of being a parent and less about the emotional challenges they experience — despite these being just as common.

Surgical teams in Bangor and Cardiff are celebrating a major milestone after recently completing their 100th robotic operation.

We are delighted that colleagues at Cardiff and Vale UHB have been recognised for their “ground-breaking” rehabilitation model at the Advancing Healthcare Awards UK 2023.

People across Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan are being urged to familiarise themselves with the symptoms of stroke - one of the biggest causes of death in Wales.