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13/06/2025
The Sepsis Signs to Look Out For if You Have Ongoing Problems After Having a Tooth Removed

Dr Lauren Harrhy, Principal Dentist at Sparkle Dental Practice, explains what to look out for if you have ongoing problems after having a tooth out, or if you're dealing with a dental infection.

27/05/2025
Equine Dentist Shares Sepsis Story After Horse Bite

Maria was 46 and working as an experienced equine dentist when a routine day at work turned into a fight for her life.

15/05/2025
Eryl's Sepsis Story

What started as feeling a little under the weather quickly turned into a life-threatening emergency. This is Eryl’s story of sepsis - a condition that can escalate rapidly and have lasting effects.

04/05/2025
New Mum Urges Others to Listen to their Bodies After Sepsis Diagnosis

During a routine post-birth visit, the midwife noticed concerns about Jemma’s health. She felt unwell but brushed it off - her focus was on her newborn and her energetic three-year-old, Jorge. After a call to maternity triage, she was checked over at the hospital and sent home.
 

02/05/2025
Hospital Chaplain Shares Sepsis Story to Raise Awareness

It started with a urine infection. Dean felt unwell, had a high temperature, was shivering uncontrollably, and vomiting. Thinking he could sleep it off, Dean went to bed. By morning, his wife found him barely conscious.

01/08/2025
New Patient Choice Awards – Help Us Celebrate Exceptional Care!

We’re excited to announce the launch of our Patient Choice Award – a chance for patients, families, and the public to recognise individuals or teams who have gone above and beyond in delivering exceptional care.  

31/07/2025
79% increase in Skin Cancer Treatment: Aneurin Bevan University Health Board Urges Gwent Residents to Stay Sun Safe This Summer

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is issuing a strong warning to residents across Gwent this summer, as new figures reveal a 79% increase in skin cancer treatment since 2019.

30/07/2025
Community Pharmacist Saves Patient's Life After Spotting Early Sepsis Signs

A 32-year-old mother has spoken of her gratitude after a Community Pharmacist in Monmouthshire helped her recognise the early warning signs of sepsis - ultimately saving her life.

28/07/2025
Gwent Recovery College Model Service Name - Voting closes August 30th 2025

We would like you to help us decide what the Recovery College model service should be called in Gwent. 

28/07/2025
World Hepatitis Day: Breaking Down Barriers in Gwent

This World Hepatitis Day (28 July), Aneurin Bevan University Health Board joins the World Hepatitis Alliance and partners around the globe in calling for action to eliminate hepatitis- an entirely preventable and treatable disease that still impacts millions of lives. 

23/07/2025
Velindre @ Nevill Hall Radiotherapy Unit Opens its Doors to Patients
22/07/2025
Health Board Re-awarded Defence Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award at Armed Forces Forum

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board has been honoured with the prestigious Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Gold Award, reaffirming its unwavering commitment to supporting members of the Armed Forces community across Gwent and beyond.

18/07/2025
Hiro Tanaka, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon Elected BOA President (2027-2028)

We are delighted to announce that Hiro Tanaka, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon has been elected as President of the British Orthopaedic Association (2027-2028).

18/07/2025
Successful Launch of Happy Healthy Blaenau Gwent Marks a New Chapter in Community Wellbeing

The Tabor Centre in Brynmawr was full of energy on the afternoon of 17th July, as the Happy Healthy Blaenau Gwent project was officially launched to an enthusiastic and packed audience. The live event, which celebrated community, connection, and wellbeing, was hailed as a huge success, drawing stakeholders from across the region and beyond.

17/07/2025
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board Congratulates Director of Public Health on Prestigious Faculty of Public Health Appointment

Professor Tracy Daszkiewicz begins term as President of the Faculty of Public Health alongside her current role.

15/07/2025
Have you ever smoked or vaped? We want to hear from you.

Your story could make a difference. Whether you’ve vaped, smoked, chewed, or used other nicotine products- Complete our survey now. - your voice can help others across Gwent.

10/07/2025
Walled Garden AGM and Guest Lecture 2025

The Friends of Llanfrechfa Walled Garden invite you to their Annual General Meeting on Tuesday 12th August 2025.

09/07/2025
RSPB Nature Prescriptions Launched in Newport

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is proud to announce the official launch of RSPB (Royal Society for the Protection of Birds) Nature Prescriptions in Newport, the first time this innovative health and wellbeing initiative has been made available in Wales.

09/07/2025
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board named in the shortlist for the NHS Wales Awards 2025

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is celebrating today after being named in the NHS Wales Awards shortlist for 2025.

The NHS Wales Awards, organised by the Quality Safety and Improvement directorate, on behalf of NHS Wales Performance and Improvement,  celebrate excellence in quality and improvement across health and care in Wales.

08/07/2025
Alcohol Awareness Week: Thinking about your drinking 

This week is Alcohol Awareness Week. The campaign, led by Alcohol Change UK, encourages us to reflect on our relationship with alcohol and how affects, or may be affected by, different aspects of our lives.