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

21/01/2025
Lymphoedema patients to benefit from online mental health support
20/01/2025
Meet Sian, Patient/Nurse Co-ordinator and one of our 'Healthy You' 2025 stars! 🙌

We want to empower people with everything they need in 2025 to live well. With lots of people naturally looking to make changes this January we wanted to amplify people’s stories to show their goals and their journey to achieving them.

16/01/2025
Silly Rules - Breaking the Silly Rules for Better Care
15/01/2025
19 Hills Health & Wellbeing Centre

We are delighted that 19 Hills Health & Wellbeing Centre is currently in the process of being handed over by Kier to the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board.

13/01/2025
NHS Pressures: Critical Incident Declared - Updated 15/01/2025

As a result of sustained pressure and risk throughout the hospital system over the last week, we have declared a Critical Incident this afternoon.

13/01/2025
Norovirus Warning to Hospital Visitors
08/01/2025
Want to Build Healthy Habits for 2025?

Your health is for life, not just January. Watch our mini-series to help build healthy habits for 2025 now.

30/12/2024
Limited options at Royal Gwent Hospital & St Woolos Hospital restaurants
27/12/2024
Important Update: Masks must now be worn in hospital settings

Across Gwent we are seeing a rising number of flu cases in our communities and an increase in hospital admissions.

To help prevent infection face masks must now be worn upon entering all hospital wards, emergency departments and clinical settings, including our Minor Injury Units (MIU) by all staff, visitors and patients.

24/12/2024
The Advanced Paramedics Aiming to Reduce Hospital Admissions in Blaenau Gwent

A partnership between Aneurin Bevan University Health Board and the Welsh Ambulance Service has launched a new initiative in South Wales that delivers care closer to a patient’s home.

24/12/2024
"What Keeps Me Up at Night": Doctor Warns of the Dangers of Choosing the Wrong Place for Urgent Care

An Emergency Department doctor has warned of the risks of attending Minor Injury Units (MIUs) with serious illnesses, after dangerously unwell patients—including children—were taken to the wrong place for help.

24/12/2024
The Urgent Mental Health Support Available in Gwent this Christmas

The Christmas period isn't always a joyful time, and Aneurin Bevan University Health Board wants local residents to know what urgent support services are available to them when they’re struggling with their mental health.

24/12/2024
Visits Bringing Festive Cheer to Our Hospitals
19/12/2024
Cognitive Stimulation Therapy Enhances Wellbeing for Those Affected by Dementia in Gwent

Dementia patients and their families are experiencing significant benefits from the person-centred Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) provided at Torfaen Memory Clinic.

18/12/2024
Introducing the Decarbonisation and Optimisation Inhaler App

A new decision support tool, the Decarbonisation and Optimisation Inhaler App, has been launched to help healthcare professionals streamline inhaler prescribing while prioritising sustainability and patient care.

13/12/2024
B2 Cardiology Ward at The Grange University Hospital earn Bronze Accreditation Status!

Congratulations to the B2 Cardiology Ward at The Grange University Hospital, who have become the second team in Gwent to earn bronze accreditation status in recognition of the high standard of care they provide to patients!

12/12/2024
Gwent Communities Urged to Order Repeat Prescriptions Ahead of Festive Period

With this year’s Christmas bank holidays fast approaching, Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is encouraging residents to order any repeat medication as soon as possible to ensure they have plenty to see them through the festive period.

12/12/2024
Free Bereavement Support from your Health Board

The Bereavement Journey is a 7-week course run by The Parish Trust in collaboration with Aneurin Bevan University Health Board.

12/12/2024
Accessing Medical Help in Gwent over the Christmas Period

Please note that all GP surgeries and the majority of community pharmacies will be closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day.

06/12/2024
Weather Warning in Place This Weekend