New research from Public Health Wales and Bangor University, published today in BMJ Open, shows that Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) can affect people’s perceptions of their ability to cope during the cost of living crisis.

When Rachel Flynn gave birth to her healthy baby son Finley on a midwifery-led unit in March 2017, she was elated at becoming a mum for the first time. But just 10 days later she found herself back in the same hospital needing acute psychiatric support after her mental health took a significant - and completely unexpected - turn for the worse.

HEIW Mental Health Lived Experience events taking place across Wales for people with lived experience of mental health challenges and/or who work in mental health services, unpaid carers and third sector organisations.

FREE INFORMATION SESSION: Arthritis & the menopause

Thursday 23rd May

Online via Teams 12pm – 1pm.

The free session will be delivered by Rhiannon Griffiths, Clinical Lead Physiotherapist for Pelvic Health at Aneurin Bevan Health Board

Next week, the Forum’s will host a pop up event at Beach Hut number 6, Barry Island Promenade, Paget Road, Barry, CF62 5TQ on Thursday 9th May from 10-12pm. The aim of the event is to raise the profile of the Forum and sign up new members. Existing members, family and friends are welcome to join us for a free hot drink and a chat by the seaside.

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board are delighted to announce that colleagues have received two awards at the UK’s Advancing Healthcare Awards 2024

Join us to find out more about the rewarding and varied opportunities available within our neurological directorate: Saturday 18th May 2024, Outpatients Department University Hospital of Llandough, Penlan Road, CF64 2XX,10.00am - 2.30pm.

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is holding a recruitment event on 16 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.

The Vale 50+ Forum are hosting their second ‘Have Your Say’ social event of the year on Thursday 16th May from 2-4pm at Llantwit Major RFC Clubhouse.

The All Wales Black Asian Minority Ethnic Engagement Team are reaching out to you as part of a joint effort between EYST Wales and Vale of Glamorgan Youth Service. Our aim is to gain insight into the experiences, challenges, and barriers encountered by young people and families from Minority Ethnic communities residing or working in the Vale of Glamorgan.

The Vale 50+ Forum are hosting their second ‘Have Your Say’ social event of the year on Thursday 16th May from 2-4pm at Llantwit Major RFC Clubhouse.

New research by Bangor University and Public Health Wales has found that adults who suffered childhood adversities such as child maltreatment or living in a home with domestic violence, report lower engagement with healthcare services.

Public health officials believe measles is spreading in the community in Gwent, with nine cases of measles now confirmed. Parents and carers are now being urged to ensure that their children are fully vaccinated with two doses of the MMR vaccine to avoid catching measles.

Healthcare professionals from across NHS Wales were awarded for their innovative work, collaboration, and leadership to improve healthcare in Wales and beyond, at the UK’s Advancing Healthcare Awards 2024.

There will be a Dementia Friendly Vale Festival on 15th May in Barry Library and Dementia Friendly Cardiff Festival at Llanover Hall on 17th May and as part of Dementia Action Week. The events will be an opportunity for people with dementia and their carers to find out more about services available to them, as well as a chance to take part in some fun activities.

In a bid to enhance the health and well-being of children and young people across Wales, Public Health Wales has published a new report detailing how we can optimise the role of school food in promoting nutrition and reducing health inequalities.

Update regarding the decision of the NHS Wales Joint Commissioning Committee (JCC) in relation to the recommendations of the Emergency Medical Retrieval and Transfer Service (EMRTS) Service Review.

Secondary school children who missed out on receiving a vaccine that offers vital protection against several types of cancer can access catch-up sessions in the coming weeks.

We have inspiring member projects across Wales who can offer fully funded, bespoke supported sessions to your group.  These could range from a simple garden tour and tea, to gardening activities, crafts in the garden, cooking and eating locally grown food and carbon literacy.  Our ‘champions’ can also deliver sessions to you to support you to start your own community growing journey on your own site. 

Marie Curie, Penarth Town Council, The Methodist Housing Association, Cherished Memories and a team of volunteers are encouraging people to get talking about death, dying and grief in whatever way, shape or form works for them for Dying Matters Awareness Week (6 -12 May 2024). Dying Matters Awareness Week is our chance to get our community talking about dying and grief.