Health Services Powys News

Did you know community pharmacies in Powys provide support to stop smoking?

The chances of someone quitting is three times more likely with support than going it alone - and services provided by Powys Pharmacies are another...

Community Adult Mental Health Services in Newtown are moving

Community Adult Mental Health Services in Newtown are moving into a new central base during the week 0f 19th - 23rd February 2024

Latest Bevan Commission Report

The Foundations for the Future Model of Health and Care in Wales: Creating a Sustainable National Health and Care Service for an Equally Well Wales

New Panel Y Ddraig Grant Scheme

The School of Research, Development and Innovation is excited to announce a new Panel Y Ddraig Grant Scheme

Welsh Ambulance Services Trust Patient Experience and Community Involvement Team

2023 Achievements - overview and highlights

Llais Powys

Report on what they heard in Welshpool and Montgomery Locality

Calling Carers in Powys

Powys' Regional Partnership Board are looking for carers in Powys who have an interest in health and wellbeing to become part of the Board and to help...

Update from the Emergency Ambulance Services Committee

Emergency Medical Retrieval and Transfer Service (EMRTS Cymru)

PTHB Improving the Cancer Journey

PTHB are recruiting: Macmillan AHP Cancer Lead.

Update from the Emergency Ambulance Services Committee on the Emergency Medical Retrieval and Transfer Service (EMRTS Cymru)

Please find attached Stakeholder Update 10 which provides an update about the second phase of public engagement on the EMRTS Service Review.

Proposed Changes to Minor Injury Unit Services within Aneurin Bevan University Health Board

Aneurn Bevan Health Board has proposed some changes to the opening hours at some of its minor injury units

Welsh Ambulance Service Annual General Meeting

The Welsh Ambulance Service are planning to host their Annual General Meeting on Wednesday 27 September at 9:30 am on Zoom.

Me Time sessions for carers

Our Me Time sessions in Wales are a series of online activities to support your wellbeing.

Hey Girls! Powys Council 2023-2024

Funded by the Welsh Government, Powys County Council are working to promote period dignity.

Health and Care Plan Published.

A document which outlines Powys Regional Partnership Board’s (RPB) shared vision, objectives and priorities for the next five years has been...

NHS 75 - Three Decades of Service.

Find out what working for the NHS for over 30 years has been like in our blog from PTHB Vic Deakin.

Bevan Baby - 75 years with the NHS.

Discover what growing up with the NHS has been like through the eyes of Marilyn Hinks from Powys, born just a couple of weeks after the service...

SATH - Hospital Transformation Project Update.

Plans for Hospitals Transformation Programme on track for next milestone.

PTHB Video Consultations.

Powys Teaching Health Board are now able to offer some appointments by video call using a computer, tablet or smartphone.

Bro Ddyfi Hospital Reconfiguration June Newsletter.

The June 2023 newsletter on the redevelopment of Bro Ddyfi Hospital is now available

Welshpool Air Ambulance update.

Update from the Emergency Ambulance Services Committee on the Emergency Medical Retrieval and Transfer Service (EMRTS Cymru)

Powys Wellbeing Plan published.

Powys Public Service board have published their wellbeing plan setting out how they want Powys to look in the future.

Welshpool Air Ambulance Update.

Update from the Emergency Ambulance Services Committee on the Emergency Medical Retrieval and Transfer Service (EMRTS Cymru)

The Powys Well-being Plan.

The Powys Well-being Plan was approved in June 2023 and contains 3 local objectives and 3 well-being steps to achieve those objectives, setting out...

Public Health Wales - long-term strategy for a healthier Wales.

The latest long term strategy for health and wellbeing in Wales.

Powys Cancer and End of Life Update May 2023.

Several projects are progressing in Powys currently, find out more in the latest newsletter and updates.

Leadership Alumni Event Diary Marker – 3rd July 2023.

Do you lead a team or have you attended an ILM in the last 3 years or been part of the Managers Induction programme? Then this event is an opportunity...

SaTH Hospital Transformation Programme.

SaTH are in the process of a huge Hospital Transformation Project (HTP) and there are 4 focus groups, into which they would like your input.

International Clinical Trials Day 19th May (12-1pm)

Treialon Cymru – an exciting new initiative funded by Welsh Government through Health and Care Research Wales, have opportunities across the whole...

Twenty-four hour listening line now offering support to families living with neurodivergent conditions

Families living with autism and other neurodivergent conditions can now access 24 hour support and advice.

PTHB announce new interim CEO.

Carol Shillabeer will be joining Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board for the next few months as their interim Chief Executive whilst recruitment...

Relaunch of the Safeguarding Fora.

The Safeguarding Fora are multi agency learning and development sessions which focus on a variety of safeguarding themes covering adults and children.

Wales COVID-19 vaccine updates.

The Joint Committee on Vaccinations and Immunisation (JCVI) has recommended a COVID-19 spring booster vaccine be offered to those people most at risk...

Hospital Transformation Programme Update.

The Hospitals Transformation Programme (HTP) is working to put in place the new ways of working as consulted on during NHS Future Fit (2018)

Update from Powys’ Regional Partnership Board.

The latest newsletter for Powys’ Regional Partnership Board is now available.

Children's Mental Health Week.

Powys County Council have produced a useful resource raising awareness and signposting to some of the local agencies that can support with mental...

Council reviewing options for supporting people using direct payments for their care and support needs

The way direct payments support is delivered to adults in Powys will be changing from April 2023.

Health and Social Care Committee update

Keeping you up to date with developments in the Health & Social Care sector.

Art in Health Workshops - Bro Ddyfi Community Hospital Reconfiguration

Powys Teaching Health Board are hosting Art in Health workshops as part of the Machynlleth Reconfiguration project.

Are you looking to return to social work?

Powys Adult Services supports people to live the best life they can. By focussing on what matters, we work alongside people to help them find the...

Bro Ddyfi Hospital Reconfiguration December Newsletter.

Please find the latest newsletters with updates to the progress of the hospital.

Cervical Screening Wales (CSW) launches updated ‘Easy Read’ booklet.

An ‘Easy Read’ booklet about NHS cervical screening (smear) tests in Wales is now available online.

Powys residents advised to plan ahead and order repeat prescriptions ahead of Christmas time.

Make sure you plan ahead and order your repeat prescriptions in time. That’s the message from the Powys Teaching Health Board as we approach...

New Text Line to ASSIST for Hearing loss/ Deafness.

A new text service for adults who are Deaf or experiencing hearing loss is now live.

111. Online. On the phone.

Healthcare advice you can trust 24 | 7.

Wales wide Welsh speaking CBT Co-ordinator.

Powys Teaching Health Board are keen to recruit a Welsh speaker with a degree in Psychology to co-ordinate the Wales wide Mental Health service,...

Caring about cancer in Powys.

The latest newsletter from the Improving Cancer Journey in Powys Programme.

Your Big Ideas for Powys.

We need your help to decide on the big issues that partner organisations in Powys should focus on over the next five years.

Vaccination encouraged, as flu expected to be a major public health issue in Wales this winter.

Public Health experts are expecting a significant flu season this winter for the first time since the pandemic.

Review of stroke services in Herefordshire and Worcestershire.

There are still three weeks left to have your say on the review of stroke services in Herefordshire and Worcestershire. This includes the stroke...

Bro Ddyfi Hospital Reconfiguration October Newsletter.

The latest Bro Ddyfi Hospital Reconfiguration October Newsletter in both English and Welsh.

ICJ End of Year Report 2021 - 2022.

End of Year report 2021-2022 (Year 2) for Improving Cancer Journey in Powys

Minister opens Powys Health and Care Academy’s first campus.

Powys Health and Care Academy’s first campus, at Bronllys Community Hospital, has been officially opened today (Thursday 13 October) by Health and...

Out of The Blue.

Creative support for those bereaved, affected by, or exposed to suicide in Powys.

Review of stroke services in Herefordshire and Worcestershire.

A review of stroke services in Herefordshire and Worcestershire is currently under way.

Access to stroke services in Herefordshire.

A Powys resident engagement event.

Rebalancing Care and Support Programme Updates Newsletter.

Would you like to receive the Rebalancing Care and Support Programme Updates Newsletter?

Cancer Canal walks on offer during September.

A series of free guided canal walks taking place every Thursday at 11am throughout September on the Monmouthshire and Brecon canal for people living...

Out of the Blue - Suicide Bereavement Support.

Calling all those bereaved, affected or exposed to Suicide.

Second chance for unpaid carers in Powys to apply for £500 support payment.

Applications for the Unpaid Carers Financial Support Grant have reopened, with the county council urging anyone eligible in Powys, who has not already...

Bro Ddyfi Hospital Reconfiguration August Newsletter.

Please find the Bro Ddyfi Hospital Reconfiguration August Newsletter attached in both English and Welsh.

Hospital discharge and its impact on patient flow through hospitals

The Welsh Health and Social Care committee have published the findings of their report.

Mind the gap: What's stopping change?

60 per cent of people in Wales say their health has worsened due to rising cost of living.

Invitation to Powys Teaching Health Board AGM

Powys Teaching Health Board are delighted to invite you to their next Annual General Meeting (AGM)

Wales extends COVID-19 testing throughout July.

The Health Minister, Eluned Morgan has confirmed that access to free LFD tests will be extended in Wales until July 31st 2022.

Bro Ddyfi Community Hospital-News Update.

The latest news and information about developments at Bro Ddyfi Hospital in Machynlleth.

Residents Invited to Cancer Information Days - Welshpool.

The Improving the Cancer Journey in Powys (ICJ) programme team are hosting two events in the county – one in the North and one in the South - so that...

Residents Invited to Cancer Information Days - Brecon

The Improving the Cancer Journey in Powys (ICJ) programme team are hosting two events in the county – one in the North and one in the South - so that...

Perinatal Mental Health support in Powys

Our latest Mental Health Blog from from guest blogger Jolene Duggan, a mental health nurse who works for Powys Teaching Health Board as a Specialist...

New Guidance for PTHB hospitals and community clinics.

Updated COVID-19 guidance for visitors to Powys Teaching Health Board hospitals and community clinics.

Improving Your Cancer Journey in Powys

Summer information days for people living with, or supporting people living with cancer in Powys.

Bro Dyfi Community Hospital - News Update.

Discover the progress being made at the Bro Dyfi Hospital in the latest newsletters.

Death Cafe Powys - Thursday 16th June 2022

We look forward to you joining the Death Café on Thursday 16th June 2022, 18.30 -20.30hrs, for a relaxed conversation around death, dying and our...

DO YOU HAVE A PATIENT EXPERIENCE TO SHARE WITH POWYS TEACHING HEALTH BOARD?

Telling your story can help us understand what works well and how we can improve care and patient experience.

Could you be the next Powys Digital Fellow?

Do you live in Powys? Are you passionate about using digital technologies to improve our health and care system?

Welsh Ambulance Info Burst looking back on April 2022

The latest news and updates from our Welsh Ambulance Service.

Bro Ddyfi Community Hospital Developments.

Work is gaining momentum on exciting developments on the site of Bro Ddyfi Community Hospital.

Powys Balance Programme returns for volunteers and carers this May!

A programme that helps Powys’ unpaid carers and volunteers balance their own care needs, with the needs of those they look after, is to return.

Dementia Action week 16th - 22nd May

Dementia Friendly Newtown are hosting the dementia experience training bus, FREE of CHARGE, on Monday 16th May at Morrison’s car park.

Will you be in a good place?

Dying Matters Awareness Week, 2-6 May, is our chance to get our community talking about dying and grief.

Interested in Digital Marketing?

Apply to become Powys Teaching Health Board’s Digital Marketing Apprentice today!

North Powys Wellbeing Programme Update

Spring 2022 update on the plans for the North Powys Wellbeing Programme

Support for people with Asthma, COPD and COVID Recovery.

Did you know there are NHS apps to help you to manage your respiratory condition?

Powys Advanced Care Planning Champion 2022.

Advance Care Planning (ACP) empowers people to think about, record and share their wishes about their future care.

Welsh Ambulance Service News Updates.

All the latest news from our Welsh Ambulance Service.

New mental health support service for social care and NHS staff in Wales.

Canopi is a free, confidential service providing access to mental health and wellbeing support to social care and NHS staff in Wales.

 

Balance Programme for volunteers and carers

Powys Health and Care Academy has teamed up with Phoenix Mindful Living to offer sessions to volunteers and unpaid carers that will help them balance...

Cultural Cwtsh

A new website has been launched for the wellbeing of healthcare staff.

Caring About Cancer in Powys.

Welcome to the first edition of the Improving the Cancer Journey in Powys Porogramme newsletter.

North Powys Wellbeing Programme funds new eye care clinics.

Eye care patients who need Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) scans in North Powys are now able to have them in-county thanks to funding from the...

PTHB COVID-19 Vaccination Newsletter.

Thank you to everyone who has contributed to the COVID-19 vaccination programme in Powys. Nearly a third of a million COVID-19 vaccine doses have been...

Long-term plan to live with coronavirus safely

Together for a Safer Future will mark the start of Wales’ transition beyond the emergency response to the pandemic – emergency measures have been in...

GET WALKING FOR WELLBEING

Ramblers Cymru is encouraging people to put their best foot forward and get outdoors to improve their mental health and wellbeing.

FUN RECIPES ON MENU FOR SCHOOLS IN POWYS

A local scheme is hoping that Spider Sandwiches and Dinosaur Spaghetti will encourage children from across Powys to eat healthily.

COVID-19 Vaccination Strategy for 2022 published

Work is in progress to integrate Wales’ COVID-19 vaccination rollout with existing immunisation programmes, the Health Minister has announced.

Powys Advanced Care Planning Champion 2022

Advance Care Planning (ACP) empowers people to think about, record and share their wishes about their future care.

COVID-19 vaccination for all five to 11-year-olds.

The Joint Committee for Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) has published its recommendations to further expand the COVID-19 vaccination programme to...

Unpaid carers can get some ‘Breathing Space’

Unpaid carers in Powys can now sign up to a free weekly creative wellbeing programme, focusing on movement, thanks to the county’s new health and care...

Powys Death Cafe

Extending a warm invitation to join us in the next Powys Death Cafe.

Improving the Cancer Journey in Powys

The Bracken Trust is delighted to be running a pilot project in partnership with Powys Teaching Health Board and three District General Hospitals.

Balance Programme for volunteers and carers

Powys Health and Care Academy has teamed up with Phoenix Mindful Living to offer sessions to volunteers and unpaid carers that will help them balance...

New Sleep Apnoea service for Powys.

Listen to Powys Teaching Health Board's Kimberley Lewis talk about the support for people living with sleep apnoea.

Powys Advanced Care Planning Champion 2022

Advance Care Planning (ACP) empowers people to think about, record and share their wishes about their future care.

Equality Impact Assessment Training.

Learn all about Equality Impact Assessment in this training session with our PTHB.

Welsh Ambulance Service January 2022 Info Burst

The latest Welsh Ambulance Service Info Burst which looks back on January 2022.

Powys Sanctuary Crisis Service

Life isn't always calm and peaceful. How do we support people in Powys in a crisis?

7 NEW YEARS RESOLUTIONS TO CONSIDER IN 2022

As the challenges of Covid-19 continue into 2022, the NHS remains open and is still here to help. But health professionals from across Powys are...

SERVICE TO HELP PEOPLE WITH ONLINE VIDEO HEALTHCARE APPOINTMENTS ROLLED OUT

A new service designed to help people attend online video healthcare appointments is now up and running in Powys.

Disrupt the Transmission - Get Vaccinated.

The simple message from our PTHB as we head into 2022 is BOOK NOW.

‘Books About Cancer’ available to borrow from Powys libraries

Powys residents living with or caring for a loved one with cancer are now able to borrow a selection of books recommended by Macmillan professionals...

Welsh Ambulance Service Info Burst.

The latest Welsh Ambulance Service December Info Burst which has all the details about the Winter Plan.

Bevan Commission secures £1 million to launch Planned Care Innovation Programme

Based on the successful Bevan Examplars Programme, the Commission is offering funding and support to develop, apply and test innovative approaches to...

Are you interested in hospital volunteering?

Have you got some spare time to support people in one of our hospitals?

Health Board asks Powys employers to support staff to get the COVID vaccine.

This week has seen unprecedented numbers of people receive their COVID vaccines in Powys.

PLAN AHEAD FOR REPEAT PRESCRIPTIONS OVER FESTIVE PERIOD

Make sure you plan ahead and order your repeat prescriptions in time. That’s the message from the Powys Teaching Health Board as we approach...

New COVID 19 Guidance for health and social care workers.

Guidance has been updated for patient/service user facing health and social care workers following potential contact with COVID 19.

Welsh Ambulance Service Info Burst.

All the latest news and information from our Welsh ambulance services in Powys.

Improving the Cancer Journey in Powys

The three year pioneering programme is an initiative between Macmillan Cancer Support, Powys Teaching Health Board and Powys County Council with a...

PTHB COVID-19 Vaccination Stakeholder Bulletin

This week we celebrated the first anniversary of our COVID-19 vaccine programme.

TAKE VITAMIN D, SAYS HEALTH BOARD

Powys Teaching Health Board is recommending that we consider taking Vitamin D through the winter months.

ENJOY CHRISTMAS AND LOOK AFTER YOUR HEALTH

Wherever you look, there are Christmas temptations at every turn. From mince pies and Christmas cake to chocolate and your favourite tipple, it is...

More Powys Health and Care Academy students take up work placements.

A second wave of recruits to the new Powys Health and Care Academy have begun their work placements, supporting hospital services in Llandrindod...

Employee Assistance Programme,

Social Care Wales are delighted to announce that the Employee Assistance Programme, that was due to end in December 2021 will now be extended until...

Senedd approves extension of NHS COVID Pass

Members of the Senedd have approved the extension of the NHS COVID Pass to cinemas, theatres and concert halls in Wales.

SaTH Community Events November 2021

All the latest events from the Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital Trust.

Health and wellbeing impacts of climate change.

Planning and preparing for climate change needs to include action across sectors to promote and protect the health and wellbeing of different...

LAUNCH EVENT – NHS Wales Asthma and COPD apps Version 2.0

An interactive 1-hour event for all healthcare professionals who provide care to patients with Asthma or COPD.

PTHB COVID-19 Vaccination Stakeholder Bulletin

This continues to be a very busy period for the COVID-19 vaccination programme in Powys. Over 25,000 booster doses have already been delivered, and...

Welsh Ambulance Service Info Burst

All the latest news and information from our Welsh ambulance services in Powys.

Coronavirus vaccine benefits far outweigh risks

Public Health Wales have launched a vitally important campaign to encourage pregnant women to get the Coronavirus vaccine.

EU Citizens and Their Right to Free NHS Healthcare

Welsh Government have issued factsheets outlining a brief summary of an EU citizen’s rights to access National Health Service (NHS) healthcare in...

Bowel Screening Wales invites people aged 58 and 59 for screening for the first time.

From October 2021, the Bowel Screening Wales programme will begin inviting people aged 58 and 59 years old for the first time for bowel cancer...

Older People - Keeping well this Winter

Support and advice from the Older People's Commissioner for Wales on staying well during the winter months.

Could you be a Mass Vaccs Wayfinder Marshall?

PAVO has been supporting the mass vaccination programme in Powys with Wayfinder Marshall Volunteers.

Wales faces unprecedented ‘triple challenge’ to health and wellbeing.

A new report from the World Health Organisation Collaborating Centre at Pubic Health Wales is the first of its kind to study the cumulative impacts of...

PTHB COVID-19 Vaccination Stakeholder Bulletin.

We are moving into a very busy period for the COVID-19 vaccination programme in Powys. Our booster programme has begun, vaccination for 12-15 year...

Eye check ups can help prevent falls in older people.

A leading Powys optometrist is asking the public to look out for eye problems among the older generation in a bid to help prevent falls.

COVID Autumn Booster Programme

The Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) has advised that people who were vaccinated earlier in the COVID-19 vaccination programme...

Are you aged 16-24 and claiming Universal Credit?

Are you looking for an opportunity to gain valuable workplace skills in Powys, in Health, Social Care and the Third Sector?

PEOPLE ENCOURAGED TO ADOPT HEALTHY LIFESTYLES

Over a third of Welsh adults (37%) feel that they are generally less healthy now, than before the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, according to a...

MEIFOD NURSE NOMINATED FOR TOP AWARD FOR APP

A nurse in Powys has been nominated for a Nursing Times award after launching a pioneering app which is helping children across Powys overcome bladder...

YFC CHAIR URGES YOUNG PEOPLE TO SEEK MENTAL HEALTH HELP

As she steps down from her term as Chair of Montgomeryshire YFC, Bryony Wilson is urging young people to seek support if they are struggling with...

Know Your Numbers! Week 2021 - Good luck!

Apathy is the Silent Killer as Nearly 40% of UK Adults Ignore Need to Check Blood Pressure Which Could Prevent 136,000 Related Cardiovascular...

New Screening Easy Read and Accessible Resources.

Public Health Wales Screening Division has updated its range of Easy Read resources.

SaTH Community Events September 2021

SaTH invite you to their community events happening in September 2021.

Patients are positive about video consultations

There is growing confidence among patients in Wales when it comes to video consultations, according to the latest findings published by TEC Cymru.

More smokers quit during COVID

The number of smokers seeking help to quit in Powys has risen significantly since the start of the Covid 19 pandemic.

PTHB COVID-19 Vaccination Stakeholder Bulletin

The latest update on the progress on COVID-19 vaccination in Powys and the next steps.

Would you like to follow in the footsteps of our health heroes?

Do you have a desire to become a registered nurse and follow in the footsteps of some of our heroes of the coronavirus pandemic?

First Powys Health and Care Academy students take up work placements.

The first recruits to the new Powys Health and Care Academy have begun their work placements.

Powys Health and Care Skills Hwb - The future of Health and Social Care

Working collectively to celebrate cross-boundary health and social care partnerships, embracing digital inclusion, Welsh language and celebrating...

Bloody Brilliant / Mislif Fi

The Women's Health Implementation Group (WHIG) would like to share with you a resource that we have created, that is available for young people of...

Audiology Services North Powys

The lastest newsletter and updates for clients visiting clinics in Welshpool, Newtown and Llanidloes.

Welsh Ambulance Service July 2021 Info Burst

All the latest news and information from our Welsh Ambulance Service Trust in Powys.

Advice to those who are Clinically Extremely Vulnerable

The Chief Medical Officer for Wales is sending a letter to all those on the Shielding Patient List (SPL).

Centres of Excellence proposed for Swansea Bay Hospitals

Plans for Morriston, Singleton and Neath Port Talbot hospitals to evolve into individual centres of excellence - designed to give people better access...

Foodwise for Life inspires Caribbean Food Business

A man from Newtown has been inspired to lose weight and start a new Caribbean food business thanks to a NHS Wales weight management programme called...

Stroke survivors invited to play golf.

A project in Powys is encouraging people who have survived a stroke to try golf or return to the game they love.

Virtual Death Cafe Powys

You are warmly invited to join a relaxed conversation; lets talk openly about death, dying and our lives.

Sneak Preview Powys Health and Care Academy

The Basil Webb Hall at Bronllys Hospital is being turned into a campus for the new Powys Health and Care Academy.

People & Community Network

A brand new support network for communities hosted by the Welsh Ambulance Services Trust

Welsh Ambulance Service Trust News & Updates

All the latest news and information from our Welsh Ambulance Service Trust in Powys.

Powys Weight Management Service

Could you help to support the development of a new weight management service in Powys?

Powys Teaching Health Board Annual General Meeting 28 July 2021

You are invited to join the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Powys Teaching Health Board.

Tim’s exhibition to raise funds for cancer charities.

A Welshpool artist and cancer patient will see his dream of having an exhibition and raising funds for two charities come true next month when the...

SaTH Community Event

Two great community events coming up for people who use services provided by SaTH

Welsh Government announces £15 million for major upgrade at Bro Ddyfi Community Hospital, Machynlleth

Plans to improve health and social care by developing a new community ‘hub’ in Machynlleth are under way following approval of £15million capital...

New Pathways Counselling College

New Pathways have excellent opportunities, both for people who want to start their journey to becoming a counsellor, or who want to upskill their...

Powys Health Experts urge residents to get tested as COVID-19 Delta variant is confirmed in the county

Following confirmation of cases of the new Delta variant in the county, health chiefs are renewing their call for residents to “get tested” if they...

SaTH Community Events June 2021

An invite to SaTH community events happening in June 2021.

PTHB COVID-19 Vaccination Stakeholder Bulletin

Well over 100,000 people have now received their first dose through the COVID-19 vaccination programme here in Powys.

Rapid COVID-19 testing centre for people without symptoms comes to Newtown during June

A new rapid testing service for people without COVID-19 symptoms is coming to Newtown for four weeks from 7 June.

Regional Partnership Board is pressing ahead with plans for Powys Health and Care Academy

Powys Regional Partnership Board (RPB) is pressing ahead with plans for a new health and care academy for the county.

Have your say on the draft Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment

Powys Teaching Health Board has drafted its first PNA to assess whether pharmacy services provided within its area meet the pharmaceutical needs of...

Welsh Ambulance Service Trust News & Updates

All the latest news and information from our Welsh Ambulance Service Trust in Powys.

Back to Community Life

Back to Community Life provides resources for community leaders to tailor for people in their communities who are struggling since the pandemic to...

COVID-19 and Workplaces: Information and Guidance

Updates to assist in taking appropriate action upon returning to the workplace, to prevent transmission of COVID-19 and provide relevant sector...

Growing numbers of people check their symptoms online

A growing number of people across Wales are now turning to the NHS 111 Wales website to check their symptoms online.

Do you use hospital services in Ceredigion or Carmarthenshire?

Hywel Dda University Health Board is asking patients to help it further shape and deliver future services by taking part in a six-week engagement...

Dying Matters - Being in a Good Place to Die

Discover what 'being in a good place to die,' in Powys means in our Health & Wellbeing Blog.

Welsh Government: EU Settlement Scheme

Wales is home to thousands of EU citizens who enrich our communities and contribute to our public services and economic success immeasurably. They are...

Help us get the new Care Worker Card to workers not on our Register

Please help to make unregistered care workers aware that they can sign up for a new Care Worker Card.

Volunteers and those unable to work from home can order a lateral flow self-test kit online

From Monday 26th of April volunteers and those who are unable to work from home can order a lateral flow self-test kit to be delivered direct to their...

PTHB COVID-19 Vaccination Stakeholder Bulletin - 23 April 2021

PTHB has reached 125,000 vaccine doses in Powys, and over three quarters of the adult population have already received their first dose. This means...

Special Welsh Ambulance Service April 2021 Info Burst

Important Healthcare Inspectorate Wales Survey, which we hope you are able to respond to in order to make your views count.

General Medical Council - Patient Leaders’ Roundtable.

The GMC are keen to continue to put patients at the centre of their plans and value your input into their future direction.

Get Help Stay Safe

During the past year a range of partners have been working together as part of the Stopping Abuse Action Group established by the Older People’s...

Lateral Flow Self Test Kits

All those who cannot work from home are being encouraged to access lateral flow self-test kits as they are rolled out across Wales.

Welsh Government media update – Oxford AstraZeneca Vaccine

The Oxford AstraZeneca (OAZ) vaccine remains safe and effective and has already saved thousands of lives.

PTHB COVID 19 Bulletin

Over the Easter weekend our teams reached the amazing milestone of 100,000 doses delivered in the county. Since then we have also reached 80,000 first...

SaTH Community Events April 2021

SaTH community events happening this month

PTHB COVID 19 Bulletin

Later this week we will reach the milestone of 100,000 vaccine doses delivered in the county.

Bevan Exemplar for Innovative Practice

Sarah Wheeler, Macmillan Lead Nurse End of Life Care Planning recently showcased her Bevan Exemplar project within a national celebration event for...

Welsh Ambulance Service Info Burst for Feb/March 2021

The latest news and information from WAST

PTHB COVID 19 Bulletin

This month sees some poignant anniversaries for the COVID-19 pandemic.

PHW COVID-19 Whatsapp Messaging

Are you a community or network leader? Would you benefit from receiving the latest COVID-19 messaging, including the most recent vaccine information,...

PTHB COVID 19 Vaccination Bulletin

Our vaccination programme has now exceeded 70,000 doses in Powys, and 15,000 people have received double dose protection. With big supplies of first...

Homeless Prioritised for Covid Vaccine - Wales

People who are or have recently experienced homelessness in Wales are to be offered a Covid vaccination as part of priority group 6.

PTHB COVID-19 Vaccination Stakeholder Bulletin

From the end of this week we will see a big ramp up of first dose vaccinations across Wales.

Webpage to improve knowledge of Cancer Programme.

Powys residents who are living with cancer will be able to find out about an innovative programme called “Improving the Cancer Journey in Powys” (ICJ...

Powys Vaccination Roll Out reaches 50,000 people.

Our COVID-19 vaccination programme will today reach 50,000 doses. At the time of writing we have provided 47,000 people for their first dose, and...

COVID-19 vaccination: what should I do?

Invitations are currently being issued based on the national priority list. Please wait to be invited for your vaccination. Vaccination is available...

PTHB COVID-19 Vaccination Stakeholder Bulletin

Our COVID-19 vaccination programme has now reached 42,000 people (as at 3pm 15 02 21), which includes 90% of people in Priority Groups 1-4 (people...

Nevill Hall Hospital satellite radiotherapy unit

We are delighted to report that the Nevill Hall Radiotherapy Satellite Centre (RSC) outline business case has been approved by the Welsh Government.

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Coronavirus Testing Units open 7 days a week to protect communities from new variant of the virus.

Powys residents aged 70+, including vulnerable people and frontline health and care staff have passed 33,000 vaccinations, a significant milestone for...

PTHB Vaccination Newsletter

The PTHB vaccination programme has now reached 33,000 people, which represents around 80% of the people in Priority Groups 1-4 in Powys – and already...

Coronavirus Testing in Powys

Coronavirus (COVID-19) testing is available for everyone in Powys with symptoms.

Keep Wales Safe Vaccination Programme Update.

The rollout of the vaccination programme in Wales continues to be a huge cross sector success.

PTHB Vaccination Bulletin

COVID-19 vaccination has now reached a new milestone, with over 23,000 vaccinations delivered through our programme in the county.

New accessible resources available about screening during the Coronavirus pandemic.

Public Health Wales has introduced measures to keep you and their staff safe during screening appointments.

Update on screening services

Following the pause in screening services due to the Coronavirus pandemic, all of our national screening programmes in Wales are inviting people for...

Hamar Centre for Counselling and Wellbeing

The Hamar Centre provides counselling services for individuals who have been diagnosed with a life threatening or an acute on-going illness such as...

PTHB COVID-19 Vaccination Bulletin

COVID-19 vaccination has now reached a new milestone, with 12,000 vaccinations delivered through our programme in the county

Ask for ANI domestic abuse codeword scheme.

The Ask for ANI (Action Needed Immediately) codeword scheme has been developed to allow victims of domestic abuse to access support from the safety of...

KEEP WALES SAFE / DIOGELU CYMRU

The ever-changing COVID-19 situation continues to put NHS staff and services under huge pressure.

Returning to the workplace following a positive COVID-19 test

Advice from PHW regarding the safe return to work after a positive COVID test.

PTHB COVID-19 Vaccination - New Web Forms for enquiries

If someone is unable to attend an appointment at a mass vaccination centre and would like to request an alternative (e.g. via GP practice) or cancel...

COVID Vaccination Newsletter

Just two weeks into 2021 sees some important milestones already being reached.

Coronavirus Testing in Powys

Coronavirus (COVID-19) testing is available for everyone in Powys with symptoms.

New Eating Disorders' Services for Powys

Great news for Powys with a new Eating Disorders service.

COVID-19 Vaccination in Powys

Powys making very good progress in delivering COVID-19 vaccination.

COVID-19 Vaccination

Invitation letters are currently being issued based on the national priority list, beginning with invitations to people aged 80 and over.

Health & Social Services EU Transition Stakeholder Bulletin

Latest update on some of the issues affecting health and social care in Wales as we approach the end of the EU Transition Period on 31 December 2020

Pharmacy First - Helping you this Winter.

People are being encouraged to contact their local pharmacy as their first port of call for minor health concerns this winter to help Keep Wales Safe.

Covid-19 Vaccine Eligibility

Information on eligibility has been updated and finalised for the first phase of vaccination.

Get Involved Newsletter from The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Your update regarding SATH from their public participation team.

Updated Guidance on Hospital visiting during the coronavirus outbreak.

NHS Wales have updated guidance regarding hospital visiting in a safe and planned way during the coronavirus pandemic.

Pregnancy choices with kidney disease

The latest update for the pregnancy choices with kidney disease study, learning more about women’s experiences of kidney

disease, decisions about...

Covid-19 Vaccine Roll Out

Plans are well advanced in Wales to start the delivery of the vaccines once regulatory approval has been received from the Medicines & Healthcare...

It Makes Sense

November 30th marked the final day of Sensory Loss Awareness Month. This has been promoted across the NHS in Wales with the ‘It Makes Sense’ campaign....

Home and agile working report.

A new report from Public Health Wales explores the positive and negative impacts that home and agile working can have on public health and well-being...

Cardiff to host third major COVID-19 vaccine study

The public is being encouraged to help continue the search for safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines by joining the latest phase 3 trial.

Healthy Start Voucher Scheme - England and Wales

The scheme supports pregnant women or parents who have a child under 4 years old.

COVID 19 Vaccination

An updated list of frequently asked questions and information about the vaccination process.

COVID-19 vaccine- voluntary sector communications

With a vaccine for COVID-19 on the horizon, WCVA are running a webinar to give the sector an update on the proposed vaccine campaign and how you can...

Coronavirus Testing in Powys Week Beginning 30th November 2020

COVID-19 testing arrangements in Powys for the week beginning 30th November

Coronavirus Testing in Powys Week Beginning 16 November 2020

COVID-19 testing arrangements in Powys for the week ahead.

Experts By Experience Update

Our citizen reps sit on the local partnership meetings and provide a valuable voice of experience.

Covid Response Map Wales

A new online tool has been developed to help agencies, public and third sector organisations better identify where there may be a need for greater...

Vacancy: Independent Members, Powys Teaching Health Board

Powys Teaching Health Board currently has two vacancies to join their Board as Independent Members.

Sensory Loss Awareness Month

November is Sensory Loss Awareness Month. NHS Wales will be running its annual “It Makes Sense” campaign but it will look different this year because...

Welsh Health Hack Returns!

The 8th Welsh Health Hack, taking place online 10th and 17th November 2020, offers a great opportunity for NHS Staff, Universities and Industry to...

Information for protecting people defined on medical grounds as extremely vulnerable from COVID-19.

Welsh Government have updated their guidance on protecting people defined on medical grounds as extremely vulnerable from coronavirus (COVID-19) –...

Health Screening Appointments - Important Update

The good news is that all screening services are up and running again and will continue to do so throughout any lockdown measures.

Keeping Wales Safe in the Firebreak Lockdown.

What everyone in Wales must do from 23 October to 9 November 2020 to slow the spread of coronavirus

Nevill Hall Hospital is changing on 17 November 2020

From 17 November, services at Nevill Hall Hospital are changing. These changes will affect you if Nevill Hall is your nearest District General...

NHS Covid-19 App

The NHS COVID-19 app is an important part of our Test Trace Protect programme in Wales to control the spread of Covid-19.

Welsh Gender Identity Service

Powys Sexual Health Network met recently, marking its second birthday as a network, updating members on the Test and Post STI testing, pregnancy...

Beat Flu - Winter Flu Vaccination update.

This year, more flu vaccinations will be available to people in Wales than ever before.

Full Business Case for Ysbyty Bro Ddyfi approved by PTHB

The updated Full Business Case for the Ysbyty Bro Ddyfi development was approved by the PTHB Board on the 1stOctober. It will now be submitted to...

Nevill Hall Hospital is Changing in November 2020

Is Nevill Hall Hospital your nearest District General Hospital? Nevill Hall Hospital services are changing in November.

Launch of NHS COVID-19 app in Wales and England

The NHS COVID-19 app launched on 24th September across Wales and England and will be an important way to help keep Wales safe..

"You can’t furlough cancer,"

A powerful message to all as the Improving Cancer Journey for Powys launched this week.

Welsh Government Winter Protection Plan

2020 has been a year like no other as together we have tackled the unprecedented challenge from COVID-19. This pandemic has tested us all in many...

PTHB Restarting Services

COVID-19 has been the biggest public health emergency the NHS has seen. Changes have had to be made to essential services. Plans to restart essential...

Public Health Wales Updates.

All the latest news and information on behalf of Public Health Wales.

 

 

Welsh Government Daily Announcements

All the latest updates from Welsh Government

September 2020 Welsh Ambulance Service Info Burst

All the latest news and information from Welsh Ambulance Services Trust

CHC Virtual Mental Health & Wellbeing Conference 2020

Date: October 13, 2020, 9:00 am until: October 14, 2020, 1:30 pm

Powys Mental Health Information Line

Feeling anxious, stressed or worried, for any reason or for no reason at all? Not sure who to ask for help?

Powys Psychosexual Counselling Service

The service is unable to offer face to face appointments for psychosexual therapy at the moment but instead all clients are offered an appointed time...

Free NHS-Wales self management apps for asthma and COPD for Welsh patients

The NHS Wales Respiratory Health Implementation Group (RHIG) has launched three self-management Apps to support patients with asthma and chronic...

Winter is Coming - Powys CHC Survey

Health services and local councils are dealing with so many new things because of the coronavirus. The people who plan and deliver our health and...

WAST Special Information Burst

All the latest news and information from the Welsh Ambulance Services Trust.

Protecting and Safeguarding Older People: Covid-19 Information Pack

The Covid-19 pandemic has caused significant concern and disruption for us all. But for older people at risk of or experiencing abuse, and those who...

Test and Post STI Testing now live.

Until now, in Wales, there has been no centrally available self-testing for sexually transmitted infections (STIs). The only provision has been...

Non Emergency Patient Transport Update

Do you or somebody you know experience difficulty travelling to hospital appointments? You could be eligible for free

hospital transport.

 

June 2020 Welsh Ambulance Website Info Burst

Please find the latest news and information from WAST with their Special Info Burst, showcasing the newly rebranded NHS 111 Wales Website

June 2020 Special Welsh Ambulance Service Coronavirus Info Burst

All the latest news and information from the Welsh Ambulance Service

WAST May 2020 Special Info Burst - Coronavirus Update

Please find the latest news and information from WAST with their Special Info Burst - Coronavirus Update

Distribution of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

In line with current guidance a supply of PPE is being distributed for use in social care in Wales.

Changes to Knighton & Llandrindod Wells Hospitals

The impact of the global coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic will clearly have a major impact on health services and on patients across the UK, including...

What does your RPB do for you?

Powys Regional Partnership Board (RPB) brings together representatives from the council, health board, third sector and other key people including...

Plans for Powys’ health and care workforce published

Future plans for the health and care workforce in Powys have been published, setting out priorities to 2027.

Living with Diabetes Day in Ystradgynlais

Powys Teaching Health Board and Diabetes UK Cymru would like to invite you to a Living with Diabetes Day in Ystradgynlais

Introductory session to Wales Safeguarding Procedures materials

Wales Safeguarding Procedures were launched last November. Printed copies of the procedures have now been replaced with a new digital app.

Living with Diabetes Day in Llandrindod Wells

Powys Teaching Health Board and Diabetes UK Cymru would like to invite you to a Living with Diabetes Day in Llandrindod Wells

Disabled People's Employment Champion Needed

This key new role of a Disabled People’s Employment Champion will join a wider network of Champions, who, through their roles, will advocate for the...

Meeting the Challenges in Podiatry Services in Powys: Redesigning Services for the Future

Powys Teaching Health Board is seeking views on the way they deliver podiatry services in Powys in the future.

Minimum Price Alcohol Update

The Public Health (Minimum Price for Alcohol) (Wales) Act 2018 comes into force on the 2nd March 2020.

Powys Teaching Health Board Staff Excellence Awards 2020 - Nominate your Powys Star

Powys Teaching Health Board holds Staff Excellence Awards each year to recognize the outstanding achievements of its staff and to help share best...

Powys CHC is looking for members.

Are you interested in improving the health services of a nation?

Powys Regional Partnership Board seeks new Reps.

Do you or anyone you work with want to make a difference and play a key part in helping make decisions about Health and Social Care Services in Powys?

Condoms for Powys

Did you know we have a Condom Card scheme for people aged 16-25 in Powys and a Condom Card Co-ordinator?

ICF Annual Report

The Integrated Care Fund Annual Report 2018-19 has been published and is now live on the website.

“Return to Practice” in Powys

Are you a Nurse or Allied Health Professional not currently on the professional register?

It's Time to Talk about Dying

Last year we celebrated the ground-breaking “My Life My Wishes,” a PTHB Palliative care initiative, focusing on those often difficult questions...

Invest In Your Health- Pain Management Classes.

Invest in Your Health is a free NHS course for anyone in Powys who would like to improve their health and wellbeing.

Protection of older People in Wales - A guide to the Law (copy 1)

The Older People's Commissioner for Wales has published ‘Protection of Older People in Wales: A Guide to the Law’, which aims to help those working...

Community Activities Fund 2019-2020

Please find attached revised guidance and application forms for applying to the Powys Area Planning Board (APB) Community Activities Fund (CAF) for...

Help in applying for the EU Settlement Scheme

Wales is home to thousands of EU citizens who enrich our communities and contribute to our public services and economic success immeasurably. They are...

Stopping the Abuse of Older People

Please see the following information forwarded from the Older People's Commissioner regarding abuse of older people.

NHS provision of flu immunisation for domiciliary care workers in 2019-20

Welsh Government have determined to extend the free NHS flu vaccination in 2019-20 to all staff working in the domiciliary care sector.

Powys Sexual Health Service - One Year On.

I had the pleasure recently of joining Julie Richards, Suzy Fairclough and their dedicated Sexual Health team in their one year celebration of Sexual...

Powys Home Support - Helping you to live life your way

Home Support aims to provide support and practical assistance an individual may need in their day-to-day life to stay living at home, safely and...

Emergency 999 Text Service

In an emergency you need help quickly. The 999 emergency text service allows you to access support swiftly and safely in situations where it might not...

Make sure you're Flu Savvy.

As we approach winter and the flu season please make some time to familairise yourself with the key messages about staying well and avoiding flu this...

Integrated Care Fund Updates

News for ICF Project Leads

Sage & Thyme Facilitator Training

Powys Teaching Health Board, in partnership with care homes and the voluntary sector, introduced Sage & Thyme in 2017. Sage & Thyme is a method of...

Tender for the provision of Domiciliary Care in Knighton and Presteigne Locality

There is currently an opportunity being advertised on Sell2Wales for the provision of Domiciliary Care in the Knighton and Presteigne Locality

Framework for Change Launched

The evaluation of the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014 commenced in November 2018 and will run for at least three years.The evaluation...

Review of the Well-being Plans for Ceredigion, Gwynedd and Anglesey, and Powys

This report provides a review of the Well-being Plans of the Local Authorities that cover the Mid Wales region, with the intent of developing an...

North Powys Plan-FAQs

Want to know what the North Powys Plan is all about? Check out these comprehensive FAQs to find out more.

North Powys Wellbeing Survey

Under the Powys Regional Partnership Board (PRPB), Powys County Council, Powys Teaching Health Board, Powys Association of Voluntary Organisations and...

Health & Social Care Workforce Strategic Framework Development Event

During July ‘19’ we continued the conversation we started earlier in the year about what our County needs to best support its workforce to deliver the...

SATH Community Engagement Meetings

SATH Community Engagement Autumn meetings are being held on the following dates:

 

Tuesday 03 September 2019 10:00 – 12:00 - Meeting Point House,...

Public Health Wales 1000 Lives - Dementia Care Events

Public Health Wales have arranged a series of five events in Powys as part of their Dementia Care Regional Programme. These events will provide an...

A Healthier Wales

Welsh Government and Powys Regional Partnership Board are hosting two half-day events where you can find out more about how health and social care...

Save a Life September

Just one in five people know what to do in an emergency* and over two thirds of people in Wales lack the confidence to help someone experiencing a...

RCM welcomes publication of five year Maternity Vision for Wales

Welsh Government have launched a five year vision for Maternity Care in Wales (2019-2024).

Where to find us

Llandrindod Wells Office

Unit 30
Ddole Road Industrial Estate
Llandrindod Wells
Powys
LD1 6DF

01597 822 191

Newtown Office

Plas Dolerw
Milford Road
Newtown
Powys
SY16 2EH

01686 626 220

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