The establishment of new trolleys is a first for Wales and will allow staff to react more quickly when treating septicaemia – a potentially fatal and hard-to-detect infection. The trolleys will be fitted with quick release brackets and equipped with all that is needed to quickly treat sepsis Dr Paul Morgan, the Sepsis Lead for [...]
Health board Chair Maria Battle has been reappointed for another four-year term. Mark Drakeford, the Minister for Health and Social Care, has confirmed she will serve a second term as chair for Cardiff and Vale University Health Board. Ms Battle said that she was very pleased by the news, commenting, ‘Over the last four years [...]
Dental Services in the Barry area will be changing for the better following a tender process by Cardiff and Vale University Health Board. The reshaping of services is being undertaken following the retirement of the dentist operating from Barry Hospital. The health board is committed to ensuring services continue for dental patients and can confirm [...]
Staff members from B4 Neurosurgery at Cardiff and Vale University Health Board were in for a treat when Boycezone, the Max Boyce tribute band, paid a visit and presented the staff with a cheque for £553. Dressed up like Max Boyce, who they call their hero, the band sang on the streets and in pubs [...]
A dedicated team of health visitors have achieved a prestigious accreditation following an initiative to promote and support breastfeeding and strengthen mother, baby and family relationships. The team from Cardiff and Vale University Health Board and Flying Start achieved the Baby Friendly Accreditation after a four-year process to implement Baby Friendly Standards. The Baby Friendly [...]
