An exciting Volunteer Officer role helping to deliver our volunteer strategy to grow, expand and engage volunteering for the best volunteer experience that makes the greatest positive impact for people affected by cancer. Deadline for this vacancy is 19^th November 2024

Almost one-in-six year 11 students in Wales (15.9 per cent) are regularly using vapes, according to new data.  Over 45 per cent of students in year 11 say they have tried a vape. 

In the Spotlight this month is Luke Maxwell. Luke is a Dental Technologist. He has worked at Cardiff and Vale UHB's University Dental Hospital since 2008.

On 5^th November 2024, the Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care Jeremy Miles announced the escalation statuses for Health Boards across Wales, confirming that Cardiff and Vale UHB’s status remains unchanged.

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is holding a recruitment event on 13 November 2024, showcasing the variety of roles across the Health Board. The event will be held at West 6, University Hospital Llandough.

Hello and Welcome to our Autumn Update! As the leaves start to turn, we’re excited to share the latest on our services, resources, and updates designed to support our community. Here’s everything you need to know!

For a long time, access to the Winter Fuel Payment was universal. It is now tied to Pension Credit entitlement. Learn about Pension Credit, and how best to support pensioners in your area, by registering to join our free webinar.

For many people, especially older, frail individuals, a hip fracture is a life changing event that can result in prolonged hospitalization and huge loss of independence. Research shows that early remedial surgery and mobilisation can give these patients the best chance of recovery.  

Join one million people taking part in ambitious research programme 'Our Future Health'.

Big buzzers have been installed at four different locations across Cardiff and Vale University Health Board for people to press should they spot anyone smoking on hospital grounds.

A new law has been laid before Parliament today, which could create the first smoke-free generation.

Cervical Screening Wales is reviewing the invitation letter and leaflet sent to women and people with a cervix to invite them for cervical screening for the first time. We would like feedback from your networks about the letter and leaflet from people invited for cervical screening who are aged between 20-30 years old.

These training sessions are available free of charge - Learn to Listen, Working With Compassion and Finding Your Way.

Statement from Wendi Shepherd, Deputy Director of Health Protection for Public Health Wales

On World Stroke Day we are celebrating the rehabilitation journey of Cardiff-based former head-chef Enrique as he returns to CrossFit and the things he loves doing, after suffering a devastating stroke last year, aged 35.

To help ensure you enjoy the Halloween festivities safely, be safe and avoid any preventable healthcare scares by following the safety advice

For the sessions available in November & December 2024 please click here.

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity, the official charity of Cardiff and Vale University Health Board, is currently reviewing its fundraising strategy, to ensure long-term sustainability.

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is celebrating after winning at the NHS Wales Awards 2024, having been shortlisted in four categories. The awards were announced at a ceremony on Thursday 24 October. 

The AIDRS provides guidelines and best practice on AI and digital health technologies.