19th April 2024
Referrals milestone for NHS Wales’ digital mental health service
NHS Wales’ online mental health support service has hit 30,000 referrals since piloting six years ago. The free service – powered by digital mental health platform SilverCloud – was successfully…
12th April 2024
Vital funding to support Welsh hospices
Health Secretary Eluned Morgan has today announced Welsh hospices will receive £4m in government funding to continue their vital work. The funding will ensure people across Wales continue to receive…
11th April 2024
Doctors to Enter Pay Negotiations with the Welsh Government
BMA Cymru Wales has suspended forthcoming industrial action for Consultants and SAS doctors following a constructive meeting with the Welsh government to resolve its pay disputes. As a result of…
10th April 2024
Digital Pharmacy System Helps Free up Nearly 26,000 GP Appointments Across Wales in One Month
Nearly 26,000 GP appointments were freed up in February alone thanks to a digital system that’s available to all pharmacies across Wales. The Common Ailments Service supports community pharmacies to…
10th April 2024
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board light it blue for Parkinson’s awareness
The 11th April is recognised each year as World Parkinson’s Day. To support the occasion and Parkinson’s UK’s ‘Light it Blue’ campaign, Cardiff and Vale University Health Board are lighting…
8th April 2024
Health Technology Growth in Wales: A Dynamic Evolution
Wales is strategically nurturing the growth and ambition of its life sciences sector, experiencing a surge in investments for med-tech companies. With essential financial support in the form of equity…
5th April 2024
“How ENRICH Cymru brought my social care research idea to life”
Professor Andrew Carson-Stevens is an internationally renowned researcher in the field of patient safety and healthcare quality measurement and has worked extensively with the World Health Organization to progress the…
5th April 2024
Update to the Organisation Information Documents for NHS organisations participating in research
The two Organisation Information Document templates for non-commercial sponsors, NHS/HSC R&D offices, NHS/HSC contract managers, which relate to regulatory approval processes and study set up, have been updated: The main template is…
4th April 2024
Welsh Ambulance Service awarded University Trust status for its dedication to research development
The sought-after status has been granted by Welsh Government in recognition of the Trust’s commitment to drive research and innovation and to develop its current and future workforce. From 1…
2nd April 2024
Health and Care Research Wales announces latest round of personal awards
Health and Care Research Wales is pleased to announce the recipients of our latest personal awards to support individuals to advance their careers as researchers and improve health and social…
28th March 2024
Welsh Secretary Commends Growth of Medical Device Specialists
Welsh Secretary David TC Davies has commended IQ Endoscopes for the clear progress it is making on its ambitious growth journey and the value it is bringing to the local…
26th March 2024
Over a Third of Medical Students Plan to Leave Wales After They Graduate
A BMA Cymru Wales survey of medical students has revealed that 39% plan to leave Wales after graduation to start their medical careers elsewhere with better pay and working conditions…
25th March 2024
How brave bowel cancer survivor Julie is helping to move research forwards
Following successful treatment for stage three bowel cancer 10 years ago, Julie Hepburn, a member of the Health and Care Research Wales Public Involvement community, told how she is continuing…
25th March 2024
NHS Wales Contract Win Allows Cancer Survivor to Support Those Battling Hair Loss
A breast cancer survivor is offering a hair replacement service via NHS Wales prescription thanks to support from Business Wales. Anastasia Cameron, a multi-award winning stylist from Rhoose, founded Scarlett…
25th March 2024
Health Technology Wales guidance on liposuction for the treatment of chronic lymphoedema
Health Technology Wales has published new guidance on the use of liposuction for the treatment of chronic lymphoedema. Lymphoedema is a condition where fluid builds up in the limbs and…
25th March 2024
Master’s Degrees with Scholarships Available at Swansea University’s Intensive Learning Academies
Unlock Your Potential: Master’s Degrees with Scholarships Available at Swansea University’s Intensive Learning Academies The Value-Based Health and Care Academy and All-Wales Intensive Learning Academy for Innovation in Health and Social Care at…
22nd March 2024
Cancer centre patients and staff do 5k their way to promote health benefits
Cancer centre staff and patients in Swansea are backing a new initiative promoting physical activity before, during and after treatment. There is increased awareness of the benefits of diet and…
21st March 2024
Innovate UK: Global Business Innovation Programme MedTech and Diagnostics, Singapore 2024
What: Global Business Innovation Programme MedTech and Diagnostics Where: Singapore When: 1st – 5th July 2024 Programme Summary & Why Singapore Delivered by Innovate UK, this engaging programme consists of…
21st March 2024
Welsh Labour Leader Visits Creo’s Design and Manufacturing Facilities in Chepstow
Creo Medical Group plc, the medical device company focused on the emerging field of minimally invasive surgical endoscopy for pre-cancer and cancer patients, welcomed Welsh Labour leader Vaughan Gething and colleagues…
20th March 2024
Life changing mobility technology helps Ebbw Vale football coach amputee join in again
49-year-old Martin Padfield, an amputee of 24 years, can join in with his son’s football team again thanks to Welsh Government funded specialist Microprocessor Controlled Prosthetic knees. Martin is one…