Evidence and research

• Breast Test Wales annual statistical report 2022 to 2023

  This report is a detailed summary of information of the work undertaken by the Breast Screening Programme in Wales for the year April 2022 to the end of March 2023. […]

• Newborn Bloodspot screening Wales annual statistical report 2022-23

  This report is a detailed summary of information on work undertaken by the Newborn Bloodspot Screening Programme for the year April 2022 to the end of March 2023. Results are […]

• Air pollution awareness in health care professionals in Wales 2025

  This national survey of health care professionals (HCPs) across Wales provides a snapshot of:

• International Health Coordination Centre (IHCC) progress report 2022 to 2024

  This report describes activities of the International Health Coordination Centre (IHCC), and the wider international health activity and partnership working which took place within NHS Wales between 2022 and 2024. […]

• Meningitis and meningococcal epidemiology and sources of surveillance

  Epidemiology Meningococcal disease The majority of meningococcal infections occur in infants less than five years of age, with a peak incidence in those under 1 year of age. There is […]

• Carbapenemase-producing organism (CPO) surveillance report 2023-24

  Wales is currently a relatively low prevalence area for Carbapenemase Producing Organisms (CPOs). Screening, detection of CPO and effective Infection Prevention and Control measures play a vital role in maintaining […]

• Inequalities in cancer incidence in Wales by socio-demographic characteristics, 2011-2020

  This report presents an analysis of individual levels of deprivation and socio-demographic characteristics, including ethnicity and overcrowding. For the first time, we have linked cancer registry data to data from […]

• BSU report: Behavioural science in action – Behavioural Science Unit at Public Health Wales 2024-25 review

  This report is for the staff, teams and services in Public Health Wales, and the wider public health system in Wales. It sets out the range of work which the […]

• The public health contribution to better healthcare

  Welsh Government tasked Public Health Wales with developing a HCPH framework in collaboration with key stakeholders. This framework aims to strengthen HCPH in Wales, providing clear roles for public health […]

• Identifying policy options to tackle health inequalities: Policy analysis and opportunities for learning for Wales

  The key findings from this report highlight the need for comprehensive and multi-faceted policy approaches to address health inequalities. The evidence highlights the importance of preserving equitable healthcare access, expanding […]