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14 January 2026<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Digital dispensers helping older people remain independent in their own homes<\/a><\/h2>\n

Digital medication devices, trialled over a 12-month period in Bridgend, have helped over 70 participants manage their medication independently.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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DELIVERING BETTER HEALTH FOR YOU<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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NHS Wales Public accountability meeting with Velindre University NHS Trust<\/a><\/h2>\n

The next NHS Wales public accountability meeting with Velindre University NHS Trust is being held at 13.00 on Thursday 15th January 2026.<\/p>\n

View the meeting here<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div>\n

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Health Secretary response to revised and updated data following the resolution of Betsi Cadwaladr University health board data issues<\/a><\/h2>\n

Health Secretary Jeremy Miles said: \u201cToday\u2019s figures show we are on the right path to reduce the longest waits and cut the size of the waiting list.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div>\n

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Over-60s to benefit from free fitness scheme<\/a><\/h2>\n

People over-60 now have access to 125 free or discounted sports and fitness sessions at leisure centres, outdoor spaces and community venues across Wales.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div>\n

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Chickenpox vaccine roll-out begins across Wales<\/a><\/h2>\n

A vaccination programme to protect young children against chickenpox is being rolled out in Wales from 2 January 2026.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div>\n

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New care ratings system shows strong performance across Wales<\/a><\/h2>\n

Over 92% of care services in Wales have achieved high standards in the first 7 months of a new ratings system being in place.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div>\n

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Football clubs urged to access mental health course<\/a><\/h2>\n

The Minister for Sports is urging football clubs across Wales to take up a mental health training course to better support teams, coaches, and players.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div>\n

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Sign up to the brand new Teulu Cymru Newsletter<\/a><\/h2>\n

The newsletters give regular updates on\u00a0 all the latest news and campaign information which support families, parents and children in Wales.<\/p>\n

Sign up now!<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div>\n

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BETTER HEALTH IN YOUR LOCAL AREA<\/h1>\n
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\"Hywel<\/td>\n<\/td>\n\n

Highly commended podiatry service helps detect stroke risk<\/a>y service helps detect stroke risk<\/h2>\n

Hywel Dda University Health Board\u2019s podiatry clinics are playing a vital role in detecting hidden heart conditions that can lead to stroke.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div>\n

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Spread & Scale Academy \u2013 applications open<\/a><\/h2>\n

Applications are now open for the next Spread & Scale Academy, with the deadline extended to midnight on 15 January.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div>\n

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WRITTEN STATEMENTS<\/h1>\n

Feasibility Study on a National Fee Methodology for Older People in Residential Care Report \u2013 Update\u00a0<\/a><\/h2>\n

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership (NWSSP) governance and accountability review report<\/a><\/h2>\n

Publication of a Summary of Consultation Responses \u2013 10 year National Strategy for Preventing and Responding to Child Sexual Abuse<\/a><\/h2>\n

Integrated Community Care System Position Statement<\/a><\/h2>\n

The Future of Sustainable Social Services Third Sector and Key Third Sector Organisation Grants, options from April 2026 onwards<\/a><\/h2>\n
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CONSULTATIONS<\/h1>\n

Draft dementia strategy for Wales 2026 to 2036<\/a><\/h2>\n

Consultation closes: 3 April 2026<\/p>\n

Considering future options for the NHS Wales bursary scheme<\/a><\/h2>\n

Consultation closes: 23 January 2026<\/p>\n

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