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Health board invites people to share their views

Powys Teaching Health Board is inviting Powys residents to get involved as they seek views on the future of adult physical and mental health services in the community.

24/06/2025
Powys Teaching Health Board is delighted to achieve the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Silver Award 2025

The ESR Silver Award recognises employers who have actively demonstrated exceptional support to the Armed Forces community through the development and implementation of practical, inclusive workplace policies.

20/06/2025
NHS Wales empowers public with free diabetes prevention and management apps

Three powerful apps are now available to tackle Wales' growing diabetes challenge – complementing successful face-to-face programme that has already helped more than 10,000 people.

20/06/2025
Details have been confirmed for Hywel Dda University Health Board consultation event in Machynlleth on 7 July 2025

Public consultation is under way until 31 August 2025.

12/06/2025
Better Together in Powys: Seeking Your Views on Adult Physical and Mental Health Community Services in Powys
Green text on a white background: Better Together: Seeking Your Views on Adult Physical and Mental Health Community Services in Powys. Have your say by 27 July. Green footer graphic with Powys locations and outline of Powys map.
Green text on a white background: Better Together: Seeking Your Views on Adult Physical and Mental Health Community Services in Powys. Have your say by 27 July. Green footer graphic with Powys locations and outline of Powys map.

We are seeking your initial views on adult physical and mental health community services in Powys by 27 July 2025. Our website explains how you can find out more and have your say.

Published: 09/06/2025

09/06/2025
How do you encourage a guy to talk about mental health?
Image of Robert Visintainer Development Officer for UK Men
Image of Robert Visintainer Development Officer for UK Men

Men’s Health Week is a chance to shine a light on the often-silent struggles that many men face with mental health.

03/06/2025
Public consultation by Hywel Dda University Health Board on their Clinical Services Plan

Public consultation is under way until 31 August 2025.

29/05/2025
Nurse credits free NHS Wales app with saving her from depression 'Tsunami'
Woman looking at mobile phone
Woman looking at mobile phone

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. 

28/05/2025
Powys is Breastfeeding Friendly
Powys Breastfeeding Welcome Scheme launch event
Powys Breastfeeding Welcome Scheme launch event

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.

19/05/2025
Click, heal, bond: The digital NHS tool that helped a mum connect with her baby
Image of family text reads Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week 2025 Bethany Paines-Chumbley with husband Matt, daughter Arianwen and son Idris. Credit: Sweet Pea photography
Image of family text reads Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week 2025 Bethany Paines-Chumbley with husband Matt, daughter Arianwen and son Idris. Credit: Sweet Pea photography

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

06/05/2025
Update on Temporary Service Changes

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

02/05/2025
Information about Waiting Times in England

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.

02/05/2025
Funding granted for new outdoor health service for the people of the Dyfi Valley
Bluebells in woodland
Bluebells in woodland

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

30/04/2025
Tomatoes for managing exam stress? Really? Bear with us...
Text reads: Manage exam Stress. Image of a group of young people in school uniform
Text reads: Manage exam Stress. Image of a group of young people in school uniform

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.

28/04/2025
Help us shape the future of safe, quality health services for Powys

Have your say by 25 May 2025

28/04/2025
Brecon's X-ray unit to re-open on April 24th and Newtown's is now open again

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.

15/04/2025
Welsh speaker brings boost for bilingual mental health support
People with flag of wales isolated on white. 3D illustration
People with flag of wales isolated on white. 3D illustration

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

08/04/2025
Kindness is king: Show compassion to combat stress
Text Reads: Show compassion to combat stress stress awareness month 2025. Image of man looking happy.
Text Reads: Show compassion to combat stress stress awareness month 2025. Image of man looking happy.

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.

02/04/2025
Next Steps on Velindre @ Nevill Hall Radiotherapy Unit
Computer generated image of the new Velindre at Nevill Hall Radiotherapy Unit
Computer generated image of the new Velindre at Nevill Hall Radiotherapy Unit

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.

02/04/2025
Newtown's X-ray unit to re-open on Friday April 4

The X-ray unit at Newtown’s Montgomeryshire County Infirmary will be re-opening on Friday April 4th 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.  

02/04/2025