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ITU fund raising walk
ITU fund raising walk
05/08/2024
Mum rushed to hospital with life-threatening infection hours after giving birth raises thousands for ward which saved her

Natasha Grove spent weeks on life-support battling Strep A infection and was inspired by dedication of ITU staff 

Image shows a nurse in a hospital atrium.
Image shows a nurse in a hospital atrium.
02/08/2024
Neath Port Talbot Hospital nurse Eirian is named Carer of the Year

Eirian Evans, who won the award for looking after his wife, is now taking part in a cycling challenge to raise funds for the cancer centre that is treating her.

Swansea Bay University Health Board
Swansea Bay University Health Board
30/07/2024
Response to HIW report - 31st July 2024

We are fully committed to continuously improving our maternity and neonatal services, and this latest HIW report recognises the “significant improvements” already made, particularly around staffing and service leadership.

An image of the Llais logo.
An image of the Llais logo.
30/07/2024
Llais launches project to hear your voice on maternity care in Swansea Bay Health Board

*This press release has been posted on behalf of Llais.*

Llais, the independent body dedicated to representing the interests of the people of Wales, is seeking the views of people who have experience of Swansea Bay University Health Board maternity services.

A group of hospital staff holding certificates, with patients watching on
A group of hospital staff holding certificates, with patients watching on
26/07/2024
Families praise 'outstanding' care from Swansea Bay maternity and neonatal staff

Our maternity and neo-natal staff have won warm praise from families in the 2024  'Patient Choice Awards' 

Image shows two men standing in front of a building
Image shows two men standing in front of a building
24/07/2024
Research study aims to detect lung cancer earlier via simple test

A simple blood test could lead to the earlier detection and treatment of lung cancer thanks to a research study in Swansea Bay.

A doctor and a patient look at a tablet
A doctor and a patient look at a tablet
24/07/2024
Gynaecology procedure offered closer to home to help cut waiting times

Patients waiting for a gynaecology procedure called a ring pessary refit now have the option to undergo the procedure closer to home.

Agnes 80th
Agnes 80th
23/07/2024
Trailblazing nurse fulfils special birthday wish

When London-based retired nurse Agnes Musikavanhu (nee Garande) was asked how she wanted to spend her 80th birthday, she immediately requested a trip to Morriston Hospital

Image shows a woman riding a bike.
Image shows a woman riding a bike.
22/07/2024
Tracey gearing up for epic fundraising ride just six months after cancer surgery

A triathlete is gearing up to take part in an epic charity challenge just six months after undergoing gruelling surgery for cancer.

Two men stood in a room within the practice
Two men stood in a room within the practice
19/07/2024
Revamped GP practice creates more space for patients to be seen

A GP practice in the lower Swansea Valley now has more space to see and treat patients thanks to an extensive refurbishment.

19/07/2024
It's Morriston Hospital's turn to be in the Patient Choice Awards spotlight

Patient Choice Awards invite patients and families to nominate staff for providing brilliant care and support

Swansea Bay University Health Board
Swansea Bay University Health Board
18/07/2024
Notice of board meeting - 25th July 2024

Notice is hereby given that a meeting of Swansea Bay University Health Board will be held on Thursday, 25th July 2024 at 10:15am the Millennium Room at Headquarters, One Talbot Gateway, Baglan, SA12 7BR.

Sustainability Award team winners 
Sustainability Award team winners 
18/07/2024
Double award win for Swansea Bay as litter picking projects sweeps to victory

Swansea Bay UHB won two prizes at the NHS Wales Sustainability Awards - and was runner-up in two more

Hannah Davies
Hannah Davies
18/07/2024
Nurse urges everyone to stay safe in the sun

A Swansea Bay skin cancer nurse is urging people to enjoy the sun safely this summer.

CAMHS team 
CAMHS team 
16/07/2024
Well-being workshops for young people over summer thanks to Tesco cash

Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services have been granted funds for workshops which will also support staff 

Members of staff from the school and cluster
Members of staff from the school and cluster
16/07/2024
Wellbeing event gives pupils a lesson on the importance of healthy lifestyle

The next generation have been taught about improving their health and wellbeing thanks to an event held at their school.

Cleft team and Tallulah
Cleft team and Tallulah
12/07/2024
Grateful parents head up into the clouds to thank amazing team

The mother of a baby born with a bilateral cleft lip and palate has described the Swansea Bay staff treating her as being their “comfort blanket”.

11/07/2024
It's a win double for Swansea Bay at college awards night

Health board scoops Employer of the Year and Apprentice of the Year awards at Gower College Swansea event

James and Charlotte sat at a desk with the test machine
James and Charlotte sat at a desk with the test machine
09/07/2024
Rapid result tests will help ensure patients get antibiotics when needed

People with suspected respiratory infections can undergo a simple test at their GP practice to help determine whether they need antibiotics.

Image shows a group of women standing
Image shows a group of women standing
08/07/2024
Award is shot in the arm for service vaccinating children with important immunisation

A Swansea Bay service is leading the way in Wales by ensuring thousands of school children are protected from potentially developing cancer later in life.

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