We are delighted to announce that Dr Modupe Obilanade, a dedicated and inspirational GP, has been awarded an MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire) in the King’s Birthday Honours for her exceptional services to the local community.
For over a decade, Dr Obilanade has been the driving force behind St Paul’s Clinic, transforming it from a small, overstretched practice into a thriving healthcare hub at the heart of the community. Her tireless commitment, often working singlehandedly to keep the practice running, has made a lasting impact on the health and wellbeing of countless patients.
Under her leadership, St Paul’s has become a model of accessible, compassionate, and community-focused care. She has championed initiatives to reduce health inequalities, improve chronic disease management, and build trust with underserved populations. Her work has not only improved clinical outcomes but also strengthened the relationship between the practice and the people it serves.
Colleagues describe Dr Obilanade as “unstoppable,” “deeply compassionate,” and “a true community leader.”
Her recognition in the Honours list is a testament to her unwavering dedication and the difference one person can make when they lead with purpose and heart. The MBE is one of the UK’s highest civilian honours, awarded to individuals who have made significant contributions to society.
Dr Obilanade’s name appears in the official list published on 14th June 2025, as part of the King’s Birthday celebrations.
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is delighted to announce that their COPD Pathway project has been shortlisted for a Nursing Times award 2020.
This week ITV Wales joined the patients at the post Covid rehabilitation programme to talk to them about the longer term effects of Covid.
Wednesday 30th September 2020
A temporary mobile testing unit at the Old Mill Car Park, Trosnant, Pontypool, NP4 8AT, has opened on Wednesday 30th September.
This new mobile unit has been opened in response to a rising rate of Coronavirus cases, and will provide a ‘walk up’ testing service to residents of Torfaen, by appointment only.
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is to open a 'Walk up' Coronavirus Testing Centre at Rodney Parade, Memorial Gate on Monday 28th September 2020.
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is opening a mobile testing unit at the Former Nantyglo Comprehensive School site, from 12.30pm on Thursday 24th September.
Wednesday 23rd September 2020
There will be a number of weekend flu clinics running across Blaenau Gwent this weekend.
We are pleased to advise that the phone lines into the Health Records Department have now been restored.
Due to local lockdown restrictions in Blaenau Gwent, Newport and Caerphilly Boroughs, Gwent Police have announced that they will be using road checks to help enforce lockdown measures.
Join us on our Facebook Page on Friday 25th September at 11am for another Q&A session, where Dr Chris Chick and Senior Nurse, Mandy Hale, will be offering an exclusive look inside the new Hospital, talking all things ‘Grange’ and answering your questions LIVE!
Public Health Wales is urging all eligible people in Wales to have their free flu vaccine as NHS Wales begins its largest ever national flu vaccine programme.
The ‘Walk Up’ Testing Centre at Caerphilly Leisure Centre has been further extended and will be open until Monday 28th September at 3:00pm.
The ‘Walk Up’ Testing Centre at Caerphilly Leisure Centre has been further extended and will be open until Monday 21st September at 3pm.
You are invited to watch our next Public Board Meeting, at 9:30am on Wednesday 23rd September 2020 LIVE on our Youtube Channel.
You can view the agenda and papers on our Key Documents section.
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board are very grateful to Bellway Homes for donating £300 towards a rainbow mural in the children’s waiting area at Caldicot Health Centre.
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board has announced the opening of a new testing centre in New Tredegar in Caerphilly Borough.
This new mobile unit will provide a testing service to residents in the north of Caerphilly Borough. It is located at the car park, New Tredegar Business Park, White Rose Way, NP24 6BH and you must book an appointment to attend for a test.
Hospitals in Wales are to benefit from a new high-tech digital-monitoring system for seriously ill people in Intensive Care Units.
The new Grange University Hospital in Llanfrechfa, which is scheduled for early opening in November 2020, will be the first to adopt the new system in summer 2021. Planned roll out will then follow to all NHS Wales Intensive Care Units.
Members of the public in Newport are being advised of the need to be vigilant for the symptoms of Coronavirus, and of the vital need to stick to social distancing guidelines, as a rise in cases there causes concern.
In the last week, Aneurin Bevan University Health Board has seen a significant rise in positive COVID-19 cases within the community, investigations have indicated that a lack of social distancing in all age groups, in a range of different locations, has contributed to the spread of the virus.
On Thursday 10th September, Laing O’Rourke, the main contractors for The Grange University Hospital, donated a shipping container to the 'Woodshed', based at St. Cadoc’s Hospital.
The Woodshed is a Mental Health Woodwork Therapy project for Mental Health patients at the hospital.