Health Board News

A nurse has revealed how an app available free with NHS Wales rescued her from a crippling episode of depression and anxiety which left her a virtual recluse. 

Closing date 9 June 2025

Following the launch of the Breastfeeding Welcome Scheme in Powys, Powys Teaching Health Board and Powys County Council have pledged that all public facing spaces across Powys will be breastfeeding friendly.

A mum-of-two credits NHS Wales’ online mental health service with helping her rediscover the joy of motherhood after months of anxiety.

Information about the current position and next steps following recent temporary service changes in Brecon, Bronllys, Llandrindod Wells, Llanidloes and Newtown.

Later this year, Powys Teaching Health Board will introduce some changes to the way we commission your planned appointments and procedures from hospitals in England.

Awyr Iach will enable the people living in the Dyfi Valley to access outdoor activities in nature to boost their health and wellbeing

It’s normal to feel stress during important times like exam season. If you can keep a lid on it, a little stress can even work in your favour, helping you stay motivated and improving alertness.

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The X-ray unit at Newtown’s Montgomeryshire County Infirmary has now re-opened after having new digital equipment installed and the unit at Breconshire War Memorial Hospital is due to open on Thursday April 24th.

A new Welsh speaker has joined NHS Wales’ digital mental health service, complementing the Welsh-language provision on offer.

April is Stress Awareness Month, and this year’s theme, #LeadWithLove, reminds us of the incredible power of kindness and its proven positive effects on our mental health.

Powys patients under the care of Velindre Cancer Service on certain cancer pathways* will shortly be able to receive radiotherapy services at the new Velindre @ Nevill Hall Radiotherapy Unit.

The X-ray unit at Newtown’s Montgomeryshire County Infirmary will be re-opening on Friday April 4^th after having new digital equipment installed.

While this installation work is taking place, patients who need X-rays are being redirected to another of the health board’s community hospitals.  

If you are eligible for a spring dose it will be offered between April and June.

A meeting of PTHB took place on Wednesday 26 March 2025 to consider the health board’s plans and priorities for the year ahead. 

PTHB has taken urgent action to counter the increasing prevalence of youth vaping.

Six of Wales’ seven health boards now have direct referral pathways to SilverCloud’s online mental health platform as the service continues to expand.