Health and Social Services newsletter

June 2017 • Issue 013

 
 

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NHS Confederation Conference speech 

View the Cabinet Secretary's speech at the national NHS Confederation Conference in Liverpool.

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health and social services latest news

Concordat puts people at heart of social care commissioning

Concordat puts people at heart of social care commissioning

A new commitment from key partners to put people needing support at the heart of the social care commissioning process, has been welcomed by Minister Rebecca Evans.
“NHS Wales performance stable, despite growing demand” – Vaughan Gething

“NHS Wales performance stable, despite growing demand” – Vaughan Gething

The vast majority of people waiting for NHS treatment continue to be seen within access and treatment targets.
Breast cancer drug approved for use in Wales

Breast cancer drug approved for use in Wales

Following negotiations with manufacturer Roche, Health Secretary Vaughan Gething has announced that breast cancer drug Kadcyla®, will be routinely available on the Welsh NHS.
£850,000 for new Maggie’s Centre for South East Wales

£850,000 for new Maggie’s Centre for South East Wales 

Health Secretary Vaughan Gething has announced £850,000 to build a Maggie’s Centre on the site of the Velindre Cancer Centre in Cardiff.
New NHS Wales chairs appointed

New NHS Wales chairs appointed  

Health Secretary Vaughan Gething has announced the appointment of new Chairs for Cwm Taf University Health Board, Aneurin Bevan University Health Board and Public Health Wales NHS Trust.
Ministers celebrate success of outstanding health professionals who have achieved ‘Grand Slam’ of nursing and midwifery award triumphs in 2017

Ministers celebrate success of outstanding health professionals who have achieved ‘Grand Slam’ of nursing and midwifery award triumphs in 2017 

Wales swept the boards at nursing and midwifery awards earlier in the year.
Efficieny Through Technology Fund

Efficieny Through Technology Fund 

Applications for funding are now open. The deadline for submissions is Wednesday 30th August 2017.
91% of GP training places in Wales filled

91% of GP training places in Wales filled 

91% of GP training places in Wales have so far been filled following a highly successful campaign to promote Wales to doctors.
Laboratory investment is improving patient care across Wales

Laboratory investment is improving patient care across Wales 

The project is receiving £2.5million investment over three years to fund the new system across Wales.  
Welsh Government appoints new Chief Optometric Adviser

Welsh Government appoints new Chief Optometric Adviser

David O’Sullivan has been appointed Chief Optometric Adviser to the Welsh Government.
Appointment to Human Tissue Authority announced

Appointment to Human Tissue Authority announced

Health Secretary Vaughan Gething has today announced the reappointment of William Horne, as Welsh member to the Human Tissue Authority (HTA).  
Parenting. Give it time.

Parenting. Give it time. 

A range of resources and tools have been developed to support parents, and those who care for children, through the early years. 
Nominate now for the St David Awards 2018

Nominate now for the St David Awards 2018 

The St David Awards are the national awards of Wales. Are there individuals or groups who deserve national recognition for their tireless efforts and achievements in Health and Social Services? Visit our website to see a list of categories and nominate online now!  
Consultations

Consultations

View the latest health and social services consultations from the Welsh Government

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