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Wide inequalities in cancer death rates in Wales remain – with no recent improvement
New official statistics from the Welsh Cancer Intelligence and Surveillance Unit (WCISU) show that cancer remains the leading cause of mortality in Wales, accounting for a quarter of all deaths […]
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NHS Wales empowers public with free diabetes prevention and management apps
Three powerful apps are now available to tackle Wales’ growing diabetes challenge – complementing successful face-to-face programme that has already helped more than 10,000 people. NHS Wales has invested in […]
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NHS Wales diabetes prevention programme cuts risk of developing type 2 diabetes by nearly a quarter
The All-Wales Diabetes Prevention Programme (AWDPP) is successfully preventing or delaying type 2 diabetes, according to an evaluation report released today by Public Health Wales. Currently, more than 220,000 people […]
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New report encourages the expansion of international health partnerships in Wales and showcases international mutual learning for Wales
This latest Progress Report for 2022-2024 on the International Health Coordination Centre (IHCC) demonstrates that it continues to raise the profile of international health activity in Wales, highlighting the achievements, […]
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Open farm visitors reminded to take safety precautions when visiting farms.
Ahead of Open Farm Sunday on 8 June 2025, Public Health Wales is reminding visitors to open farms of a few simple steps to help keep people safe when enjoying […]
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New report reveals details of stark inequalities in cancer incidence rates across Wales
People in Wales face differences in rates of cancer depending on their housing, job and ethnicity, according to a new study by Public Health Wales’ Welsh Cancer Intelligence and Surveillance […]