Health and social services newsletter - February 2019

February 2019 • Issue 032

 
 
 
 
 
 

health and social services latest news

Vaughan Gething

Health Minister welcomes plans for opt-out organ donation system in England

Legislation to introduce an opt-out system of consent to organ donation in England is set to be passed in the House of Lords.

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Enter the NHS Wales Awards 2019 and celebrate excellence in health and care across Wales

Have you or a member of your staff made a change that has transformed the experience and outcomes for people in Wales? The Awards are your opportunity to showcase your work – entries close 23 April. Find out more.

Vaughan Gething

New funding to help prevent and reduce suicide in Wales

Mental health is one of the Welsh Government’s top priorities.

alcohol

Ministers press ahead with 50p minimum unit price for alcohol in Wales

The 2018 Act is targeted at protecting the health of hazardous and harmful drinkers who tend to consume greater amounts of low-cost and high-strength alcohol.

people

New support for previous recipients of the Welsh Independent Living Grant

Deputy Minister for Health and Social Services, Julie Morgan, has announced changes to the way care is delivered for people previously in receipt of the Welsh Independent Living Grant to ensure they get the support to live independent lives.

Vegetables

Welsh Government host public events in Mid Wales to tackle obesity as part of new plan

The Welsh Government has launched a new plan to help people in Wales maintain a healthy weight and wants to hear the people of Wales’ views on the actions proposed.

 

GP

New GP indemnity scheme in Wales moves a step closer

The scheme will cover clinical negligence liabilities arising from the activities of all contractors who provide primary medical services.

Van

Denbighshire Flying Start celebrates new transport funding

The funds will play an important role in providing transport for those living in the rural county, where families can have limited access to public transport.

Monitor

Health Minister announces £40m funding for new North Denbighshire community hospital

The scheme will provide a healthcare and wellbeing campus at the Grade II listed Royal Alexandra Hospital and a new building offering a range of community services.

 
 

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