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Paracetamol is one of the most widely prescribed drugs for hospital inpatients but it has been identified as an area for environmental savings. In the Grange University Hospital alone, a new process could see a saving of £13,000, a 400kg plastic waste reduction and 700kg carbon eq saving per year. 

The cost of NHS dental treatment in Wales will increase from 1 April 2024.

On Saturday 23rd March 2024, the ‘National Day of Reflection’ organised by Marie Curie, marks the fourth anniversary of the first Covid-19 lockdown. 

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board’s Medical Director has warned that the imminent BMA Junior Doctor strikes could have a significant impact on patient care – and has urged local residents not to attend hospital unless completely essential.

Please be aware that Junior doctors across NHS Wales will be taking industrial action from 7am on Monday 25th March to 7am on Friday 29th March 2024.

Today (Wednesday 20th March 2024), we held The Big Conversation event around Bereavement at the Christchurch Centre in Newport, where we were joined by patients, carers, staff, partners and our wider communities to discuss how we can improve bereavement services in Gwent.

There are more than 25,000 people living with cancer in Gwent and we have 51 Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNS) supporting people through their diagnosis and treatment. 

This week in Newport, artists showcased a range of artwork celebrating the contributions made by Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic People in healthcare across Gwent. 

To help provide more accessibility and specialised healthcare services within GP Practices, Aneurin Bevan University Health Board are promoting the different healthcare professionals and services available to patients which may be better suited to address specific concerns.

This week, local health and social care students from Coleg Gwent have been taking part in the Royal Colleg of Nursing (RCN) Nurse Cadets programme by completing a work placement at hospitals in Gwent.

Take a look at ‘A Warmer Winter’ - the Winter 2023-2024 edition of the Walled Garden newsletter.

We have been informed that many of our patients have been suspicious about a text received

Dedication to the NHS and its core values is essential for everyone within the organization.

Do you know a member of staff who has made a real difference to yours or a relative’s healthcare?

Dydd Gŵyl Dewi Hapus / Happy St David’s Day!

Today we celebrate our Patron Saint of Wales, St David, who famously said “do the little things”.