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A new NHS radiotherapy unit in Abergavenny will be officially named the Velindre @ Nevill Hall Radiotherapy Unit.

Marie Roberts, Specialist Dietitian, and Katie Millward, Assistant Practitioner, from the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board Public Health Dietetics team have been actively delivering the ‘Food and Nutrition Skills for those Providing Care’ course in care homes across the region. This vital training equips staff with essential knowledge to provide high-quality nutrition for their residents, ensuring they receive the best possible care.

Due to unforeseen circumstances, there will be no CPAP Drop-In Clinic on Monday 24^th March at the Chest Clinic, St Woolos. The next drop in at this site will be Thursday 27^th March.Due to unforeseen circumstances, there will be no CPAP Drop-In Clinic on Monday 24^th March at the Chest Clinic, St Woolos. The next drop in at this site will be Thursday 27^th March.

Social Prescribing day is here, and we want to tell you about how much it can benefit your health and wellbeing.  

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board clinician selected as Health and Care Research Wales national Specialty Lead to help shape future research 

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board, in partnership with The Parish Trust, is offering free bereavement support to anyone who has experienced loss.

Staff, patients and visitors are advised that the car park at Mendalgief Road will be closed from the morning of Friday 21st March until the evening of Monday 24th. 

14^th March 2025 marks a significant date in the history of Chepstow Community Hospital, as it is officially handed over to Aneurin Bevan University Health Board after being operated by a Private Finance Initiative (PFI) company since its opening.

Right now, in Gwent, people are dying years younger than they should. For me, as Director of Public Health for Gwent this is not ok. Everyone in Gwent should have the chance to live a long happy life and enjoy good health. The good news is there’s loads we can do about this, together.

Today we’re taking part in #NHS24Cymru, a day dedicated to sharing the volume and breadth of work that goes on across NHS Wales. We’ve gathered a few examples here of the great work being done, highlighting the dedication and hard work of our teams. Join us in celebrating our unsung heroes and positive achievements in the Health Board!

This International Women’s Day (Saturday 8th March 2025), we wanted to showcase one of our hugely inspirational members of staff - Sexual & Reproductive Health Consultant, Menopause Lead, Cancer Survivor and Mother, Dr Michelle Olver. At age 19, Michelle was diagnosed with and beat Leukaemia, and that same determination has allowed her to thrive in both her work and personal life ever since.

We are delighted that The Bevan Health & Wellbeing Centre in Tredegar, designed by Architect firm, Arcadis, has recently won an award at the Health Care Design Awards 2025 for Best Primary Care Design.

GRO Health: The digital weight management service is available for free to eligible residents.