See the latest news stories from the Health Board below...

06/11/2026
Eligible groups urged to get vaccinated as flu season begins

Public Health Wales is urging all eligible groups, particularly those with long-term health conditions and those aged 65 and over, to get vaccinated as soon as possible, following evidence that flu is circulating. 

04/11/2026
New jaundice solution help families go home for treatment
02/11/2026
Medicines Safety Week: Bring Your Medicines With You to Hospital

As part of Medicines Safety Week, we are reminding people to bring their medicines with them when they come into hospital.

29/10/2026
Incident at the Royal Gwent Hospital

Today, an isolated incident involving a rodent was identified within an area of the Royal Gwent Hospital.

27/10/2026
Break-ins at Hospital Sites

We have been subject to break-ins over the weekend at both St Cadoc’s Hospital and St Woolos Hospital.

29/10/2026
Received a health questionnaire from us? Here's how to check it's genuine

As part of your care, Aneurin Bevan University Health Board may ask you to complete a short health questionnaire. These questionnaires are called Patient Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs) and are sent through a secure digital platform called Promptly.

26/10/2026
Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Supporting research to improve breast cancer treatment

Researchers in Gwent are helping to investigate whether a less invasive approach to breast cancer surgery could reduce long-term side effects for patients while maintaining effective cancer treatment outcomes. Exploring a more targeted approach to lymph node surgery for patients with early-stage breast cancer.

23/10/2026
Help shape the future of cancer care in Gwent ๐Ÿ’™

What could we do to help people in Gwent reduce their risk of cancer, spot cancer earlier, and make sure people get the best possible care and support if they are diagnosed with cancer? 

20/10/2026
Exceptional Pressure Across Our NHS Services

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is currently experiencing exceptional demand across our hospitals

20/10/2026
Pharmacy Technician's follow-up helps patient trapped at home for two days

An 83-year-old patient who had been trapped under fallen bedroom furniture at home for two days was found after a Pharmacy Technician followed up to check how he was managing his medication.

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.

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.