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Targeted action can help prevent Measles outbreaks in Wales
A new Public Health Wales study has highlighted the need to increase Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccination uptake in key groups and areas across Wales. The modelling report by […]
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New framework embeds public health values for healthcare approach in Wales
Public Health Wales has coproduced a healthcare framework to support the NHS in Wales become a preventive, equitable, sustainable and learning healthcare system. The body says that implementation of the […]
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Llangollen Eisteddfod incident update
Dr Giri Shankar, Director of Health Protection for Public Health Wales said; “The visitors to the Llangollen International Eisteddfod who were assessed in hospital last night will be discharged this morning. Tests […]
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New online resource to help public health professionals capture the wider social value of their work
Public Health Wales has launched a new online guide to help public health practitioners, researchers and, policy and decision-makers understand and demonstrate the broader social, economic and environmental value of […]
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Llangollen Eisteddfod incident
Chris Williams, Consultant in Health Protection for Public Health Wales said: “We are aware that a small group of children who were visiting the Eisteddfod at Llangollen were taken to […]
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Communities in Neath Port Talbot showing strength and solidarity through challenging times
A new Public Health Wales survey highlights that communities in Neath Port Talbot are rallying round to support each other in the context of the changes at TATA Steel. The […]
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Parents’ Voices at the Heart of new Early Years Framework for Action
Many parents in Wales feel overwhelmed, isolated, and unsure where to turn for help during the early years of raising a child, according to a new report from Public Health […]
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National lung cancer screening programme for Wales will save lives, say health experts
Public Health Wales welcomes plans for a national lung screening programme, which will enable earlier diagnosis and treatment of cancers and ultimately save lives. The Welsh Government’s decision to introduce […]
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Regular sexual health testing and uptake of new vaccine advised following new report
Public Health Wales is urging people not to become complacent about their sexual health. Advice includes practising safe sex, getting regularly tested and taking up a new vaccine. The publication […]
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Cryptosporidium outbreak in Cowbridge declared over
Following the most recent meeting of the multi-agency Outbreak Control Team on 18 June 2025, the cryptosporidium outbreak associated with Cowbridge Farm Shop at Marlborough Grange Farm, Cross Ways, Cowbridge, […]