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Back to school: How to spot signs of anxiety in your child

The back-to-school period can be a time of excitement, but it can also bring about anxiety, especially for children starting a new school.

26/08/2025
Final week to share your views on the West Wales Clinical Services Plan Consultation

Hywel Dda University Health Board is reminding people who access hospital services across Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire that there is just over a week left to take part in the public consultation on the Clinical Services Plan.

22/08/2025
Important Patient Notice – Closure of My Dentist Practice in Knighton

The My Dentist practice in Knighton has announced that it will be closing on 30 September 2025

19/08/2025
GP Services in Rhayader - August 2025
Exterior of Rhayader GP
Exterior of Rhayader GP

Powys Teaching Health Board is currently undertaking a contract tendering process for the delivery of General Medical Services in Rhayader.

14/08/2025
Free digital skills training – manage your mental health online
Information on DCW Webinar
Information on DCW Webinar

Join this free webinar and learn how NHS Wales digital health services – including SilverCloud Wales - can support you or those you work with.

12/08/2025
Long standing nurse is presented with Silver Kite award at the Royal Welsh Show

A Builth Wells resident who will be retiring from nursing after 42 years of service has been recognised for their efforts by the Chair of Powys County Council.

08/08/2025
5 tips for coping with results day stress
Image of Teenager showing exam results to parent in front room
Image of Teenager showing exam results to parent in front room

Exam results day can be a stressful and emotional time, but it’s important to remember that your grades are just one part of your journey.

05/08/2025
New Tywyn Drop-In for West Wales Clinical Services Plan Consultation

Monday 4 August, 3.00-6.00pm, at Neuadd Pendre Tywyn, Brook Street, Tywyn, Gwynedd, LL36 9DP

31/07/2025
Health Board Approves Continuation of Temporary Service Changes

Powys Teaching Health Board has today confirmed the continuation of temporary service changes introduced in December 2024, following a six-month evaluation.

30/07/2025
PTHB and Flora Cultura – working together to benefit those with mental health and neurological conditions outdoors

Powys Teaching Health Board (PTHB) has partnered with local horticultural charity Flora Cultura to offer gardening, outdoor activities and skills development to benefit those with mental health conditions and also those with learning disabilities or neurological conditions. 

28/07/2025
Help shape the future of digital psychological therapies in Wales

We are looking to hear from people in Wales about their awareness and experiences of digital psychological therapies.

25/07/2025
Meeting of the Board on 30 July 2025
25/07/2025
Board Meeting will consider next steps 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.

25/07/2025
Generous donation to Welshpool Hospital

The Welshpool League of Friends have made a very kind and generous donation to the Ophthalmology Outpatients Department at Welshpool Hospital.

24/07/2025
One year on – Farming Fit delivers hundreds of health checks across Powys

An award-winning initiative supporting the health and wellbeing of Powys’ rural communities has delivered over 760 health checks in its first year.

22/07/2025
Better Together in Powys - One week until the closing date on 27 July

There are still two weeks to have your say as part of the current stage of Better Together.

20/07/2025
Bronllys Hospital receives Green Flag award from Keep Wales Tidy

Bronllys Hospital was today awarded ‘Green Flag’ status by Keep Wales Tidy

16/07/2025
Better Together in Powys - Two weeks until the closing date on 27 July

There are still two weeks to have your say as part of the current stage of Better Together.

13/07/2025
Kirsty Williams appointed as Chair of Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Health Secretary Jeremy Miles has confirmed the appointment of Kirsty Williams as the new Chair of Cardiff & Vale University Health Board

11/07/2025
Update from Hayley Thomas: Better Together in Powys

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.

08/07/2025