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Want to cycle? We can make it happen!
Here at Pedal Power, we understand the many benefits of cycling and make it our mission to remove all barriers so anyone can cycle if they’d like to. So, if you would like to cycle, but feel that it might not be possible, come and talk to us!
World Stroke Day
World Stroke Day is observed each year on the 29th October, and draws attention to one of the leading causes of death not just in Wales but around the world.
Participants invited to take part in leisure activity survey
People aged over 18 and living in Wales are being invited to take part in a survey examining leisure activity habits.
Report outlines continuing increases in oral cancer rates in Wales
The incidence rate for mouth cancer in Wales is increasing year on year since 2002, a new report has outlined.
Staying safe and well on Bonfire Night
This time of year, as many of us head out to celebrate Bonfire Night, there will be a great deal of community fireworks displays and bonfire events. When out with friends, family and loved ones, remember, remember the hazards and dangers of fireworks too.
MMR vaccination urged as measles outbreak declared in Cardiff
Parents and carers are being urged to ensure their children are up to date with the MMR vaccine following an outbreak of measles in young children in Cardiff.
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board reaccredited by The Veterans Covenant Healthcare Alliance (VCHA)
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is delighted to be reaccredited by The Veterans Covenant Healthcare Alliance (VCHA). The VCHA is a group of NHS providers, including acute, mental health, community, and ambulance trusts that have agreed to be exemplars of the best care and support for the Armed Forces' Community.
How little Alesha's life has improved by switching from liquid to pill medication
Aleshagul Khan spends as much time in the Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospital for Wales as she does in her own home. Born with a genetic kidney disease, the seven-year-old needs to visit the nurses up to four times each week for lengthy dialysis treatment.
Big business urged to take greater responsibility for public health by Wales’ top doctor
The Chief Medical Officer for Wales, Sir Frank Atherton, has called on large companies to take greater corporate social responsibility for public health in his 2023 annual report.
GVS supports over half a million pounds worth of funding bids in the Vale of Glamorgan
GVS has measured its impact for 2022-2023 by recently producing its annual Impact Report. GVS’ small but effective team has produced some outstanding results in the past year, culminating in vital support to the vibrant local Third Sector organisations it serves.
A kaleidoscope of beauty
GVS recently held its AGM in its newly renovated and beautifully restored St Paul’s Community Centre in Arcot Street, Penarth. St Pauls’ stained glass windows were the mesmerising attraction on the day. The Impact Report, produced in both English and Welsh is available to download.
Free events with Epilepsy Action
Epilepsy Action has several FREE events coming up to support both people with epilepsy and their carers.
Mid-Career Review webinars help over 50s plan for the future
Mid-Career Review webinars, run by Business in the Community Cymru, provide an opportunity to reflect and take a holistic look at your life regarding work, wellbeing and finance and make informed choices for a positive future.
The 'It's Okay 2 Say' Mental Wellbeing Project
We have very real-life experience of these things and our aim is to try to give out some practical information to help others. 'We have walked the walk, we now talk the talk'
Refreshed International Health Strategy to assist building a fairer, healthier Wales
Public Health Wales has updated its 2017 International Health Strategy to better reflect the significant changes in the global landscape and to enable Public Health Wales’ new Long-Term Strategy.
Report finds Public Health Wales guidance has contributed to raising the profile of fair work public sector partners
Public Health Wales has found that public sector partners are increasing their efforts to improve health and well-being through access to fair work.
Public Health Wales' Research and Evaluation division to develop culture of research as part of new strategy
Public Health Wales’ Research and Evaluation division will work across the organisation to develop a culture of research. This is part of a new Research and Evaluation strategy designed to enable Public Health Wales’ overall long term strategy.
Park Road Houses Awarded with NHS Forest Award for Active Community Engagement
Park Road Houses, Cardiff and Vale’s 14-bed community rehabilitation unit, has recently been awarded with the NHS Forest Award.
"I quit smoking after four decades of addiction – if I can do it anyone can"
Jason Kearle’s first experience of smoking came at the age of 13 when he started taking a single cigarette out of his mother’s pack each day before school. “I remember it well. I didn’t like it in the beginning, but then you get into the habit of needing one - and that was from a really early age,” he recalled.