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Image shows a large group of cyclists on a road.
Image shows a large group of cyclists on a road.
18/04/2024
Jiffy joins forces with charities to help tackle cancer with another epic bike ride

A cycling challenge championed by a Welsh rugby legend promises to be bigger than ever when it hits the road for the fourth time this summer.

Image shows a woman standing in front of an MRI scanner
Image shows a woman standing in front of an MRI scanner
17/04/2024
High-spec MRI scans help radiotherapy target tumours more accurately

People having cancer treatment in Swansea are now benefiting from far more targeted radiotherapy – made possible by charitable donations.

Jacob and Jason
Jacob and Jason
17/04/2024
Teamwork key to wheelchair workshop success

When it comes to teamwork, a skilled Swansea Bay team and their service users are sitting pretty – quite literally.

Members of the cluster at the event
Members of the cluster at the event
12/04/2024
Cluster helps inspire community to make positive changes to health and wellbeing

People living in Port Talbot have been inspired to make positive changes to their health and wellbeing.

Julie in garden
Julie in garden
12/04/2024
Support grows as Cwtsh Clos gets help with gardens

Julie Montanari knows better than most how important it is for families to have a refuge to rest and gather their thoughts when they have a baby fighting for their life in hospital.

Members of staff marching in a pride event
Members of staff marching in a pride event
11/04/2024
Staff recognised for helping create inclusive culture for staff and patients

A group of Swansea Bay staff have been recognised for using their own resources to help encourage an inclusive culture within the health board.

A group of medical staff, fund raisers and a family pictured with hospital equipment following a donation
A group of medical staff, fund raisers and a family pictured with hospital equipment following a donation
11/04/2024
Former cardiac patient says a huge thank you by gifting 90th birthday present to Morriston

Jim Jones' generous donation helps fund purchase of telemetry monitors to give patient's more freedom during hospital stays 

Derrick Jobson at home
Derrick Jobson at home
10/04/2024
Patients and staff hail service which treats patients at home - and eases pressure on hospitals

The Acute Clinical Team in Bonymaen has a sister ACT service in Cimla, both of which prevent unnecessary acute admissions and speed up discharges from hospital 

A large red circle containing an exclamation mark.
A large red circle containing an exclamation mark.
04/04/2024
Highest level of escalation declared at Morriston Hospital
Catrin stood in an office building
Catrin stood in an office building
03/04/2024
New role will help support staff and boost workforce

Meet the experienced nurse whose new role will see her support and guide others to build personal and professional resilience.

Swansea Bay University Health Board
Swansea Bay University Health Board
02/04/2024
Notice of special board meeting - 10th April 2024

Notice is hereby given that a special meeting of Swansea Bay University Health Board will be held on Wednesday, 10th April 2024 at 2:30pm, via Zoom.

Image shows three women standing in a front of a banner
Image shows three women standing in a front of a banner
02/04/2024
Volunteers and their "buddies" give Tŷ Olwen patients more companionship and conversation

People receiving end-of-life care in Ty Olwen can call on an even wider circle of support following the expansion of a volunteer service.

28/03/2024
Brightening the wards with music - and helping with rehab

Music is being used therapeutically on NPT Hospital's neurological rehabilitation ward.

28/03/2024
Swansea Bay psychologist handed unusual opportunity to represent his country on global stage

Dr Nistor Becia hopes to strengthen international health links after being made an Honorary Consul 

Bethan and Dave
Bethan and Dave
28/03/2024
Cwtsh Clos enjoys angelic partnership

There can be few more apt sponsors for Swansea Bay’s Cwtsh Clos campaign than Advocates and Angels.

Image shows a man standing next to some wooden pallets
Image shows a man standing next to some wooden pallets
27/03/2024
Carpenter's hands-on approach helps rebuild his life following severe injury

A former carpenter is rebuilding his life after a serious accident by getting hands-on at a community farm near Morriston Hospital.

Image shows two women standing in front of a painted window
Image shows two women standing in front of a painted window
26/03/2024
Artist brightens up hospital corridor with fresh new look

A kind-hearted artist has brightened up a Morriston Hospital corridor for free.

Image shows a group standing
Image shows a group standing
25/03/2024
Charity sets up new home in Singleton

Swansea Bay Health Charity is branching out after opening its first dedicated hub in Singleton Hospital.

A group of six people smiling and posing for a picture
A group of six people smiling and posing for a picture
25/03/2024
Award-winning support group is helping brain injury patients get their lives back on track

Praise for group's focus on helping participants build self-belief and positivity.

Cwtsh Clos coffee morning
Cwtsh Clos coffee morning
22/03/2024
Cwtsh Clos coffee group offers support

Being able to chat to someone who has gone through tough times similar to your own is proving to be a real perk for members of a special coffee group.

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