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15/10/2026
Celebrating 10 Years of Peer Support in Aneurin Bevan University Health Board

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is marking Global Peer Support Day on 15th October 2026 by celebrating the valuable contribution peer support workers make to health and wellbeing across our communities.

14/10/2026
Urgent and Emergency Care Patient Experience Project

Llais is an independent body that was set up by the Welsh Government to give the people of Wales a stronger voice in their health and social care services. We represent people's views on health and social care in Wales making sure that we listen, working with NHS bodies, Welsh Local Authorities, and others to shape and improve services for everyone. 

14/10/2026
Celebrating the Newly Refurbished Maternity Bereavement Room at The Grange University Hospital

The maternity bereavement room at The Grange University Hospital has been thoughtfully updated to ensure that families who experience the devastating loss of a baby have access to a private, comfortable, and compassionate space.

09/10/2026
Research Champions programme receives national recognition

A programme helping to make research part of everyday healthcare across Aneurin Bevan University Health Board has received national recognition after winning the Embedding Research in Practice Award at the Health and Care Research Wales National Awards.

08/10/2026
New 'Melo' Charter launched to strengthen mental health and suicide prevention across Gwent
07/10/2026
Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr hosts first Bra and Lingerie Event for Breast Cancer Survivors

Yesterday, the breast unit at YYF and Macmillan welcomed women who have undergone breast cancer surgery to a Bra and Lingerie event.

07/10/2026
From wheelchair to walking: parkrun helping many with neurological symptoms
07/10/2026
Mental Health Nurse Brings Home Commonwealth Silver for Wales

A senior nurse from Aneurin Bevan University Health Board has achieved outstanding success on the international stage after winning a silver medal while representing Wales at the Commonwealth Powerlifting Championships in Canada. 

05/10/2026
Celebrating SAS Doctors Week, 5-9 October

This week, Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is joining organisations across the UK to celebrate SAS Doctors Week and recognise the important contribution made by our Specialist, Associate Specialist and Specialty (SAS) doctors.

02/10/2026
A Full-Circle Moment for One Local Mum

A mother has shared her heartfelt thanks to three Nevill Hall Hospital midwives after receiving exceptional care throughout her pregnancy. But what made her experience particularly special was Tracey's connection to Maisie's own story.

01/10/2026
Protect Yourself This Winter: Flu and COVID-19 Vaccinations Now Available

People aged 65 and over, those with certain long-term health conditions, and individuals who are immunosuppressed are being encouraged to take up the offer of their free flu vaccination as Aneurin Bevan University Health Board launches its winter vaccination programme.

01/10/2026
Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment Updated to Support Future Pharmacy Services Across Gwent

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board has published its latest Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment (PNA), setting out current and future pharmacy service needs across the Health Board area.

28/09/2026
The Gwent Violence Against Women, Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence Joint Strategic Needs Assessment

Everyone in Gwent should live free from the fear of violence and abuse.  We are proud to share the new Gwent Violence Against Women, Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence Joint Strategic Needs Assessment.

30/09/2026
Everyone in Gwent should be able to live free from the fear of violence and abuse

We are proud to support the launch of the new Gwent Violence Against Women, Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence Joint Strategic Needs Assessment.

25/09/2026
Future Pharmacists Ready to Prescribe from Day One

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is celebrating the success of its Foundation Trainee Pharmacists, who have become part of the first generation of pharmacists in Wales to qualify as independent prescribers at the point of registration.

29/09/2026
Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr Endoscopy Unit Achieves Prestigious National Accreditation

The Endoscopy Unit at Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr has been awarded the Joint Advisory Group on GI Endoscopy (JAG) accreditation, a nationally recognised quality standard that celebrates excellence in endoscopy services.

17/09/2026
Heading to university this autumn? Don't miss your MenB vaccination

The MenB vaccine helps protect against meningococcal group B disease, which can cause serious illnesses including meningitis and septicaemia.

If you have already received your first MenB vaccination, it is essential that you attend your second appointment. The vaccine requires two doses to provide full protection.

17/09/2026
Grange nurse helps save shopper's life after medical emergency

An Emergency Department nurse from The Grange University Hospital put her advanced life support skills into action when a shopper suffered a medical emergency recently at a Cardiff shop.

15/09/2026
New children's book launched to help young people recognise the signs of sepsis

A new children's book, co-written by pupils from New Inn Primary School, has been launched by Aneurin Bevan University Health Board to help young people understand sepsis and recognise when someone may need urgent medical help.

14/09/2026
Emergency Department team achieves Bronze accreditation for practical changes that cut waste

The Emergency Department at Grange University Hospital has been awarded Bronze accreditation through the Royal College of Emergency Medicine's (RCEM) GreenED programme, recognising the team's efforts to reduce waste, lower carbon emissions and embed more sustainable practices into day-to-day care.