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Emergency Medical Retrieval and Transfer Service Update

Work has progressed in two key areas since the last Joint Committee meeting.

05/02/2026
Powys tutor finds 'life-changing' mental health support through NHS Wales app
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Text Reads: I

A Powys man who struggled with depression and anxiety found life changing online support through a free NHS Wales service.  

05/02/2026
Join us to mark World Cancer Day

The Improving the Cancer Journey team is joining up with 5K Your Way to celebrate the power of movement and connection for anyone affected by cancer. Whether you walk, jog, run, cheer or volunteer, you can join in and take part your way.

04/02/2026
4 February 2026: Temporary issues affecting access to 111 Press 2 in Powys
02/02/2026
Local voices shape review of temporary service change

There is still time to share your views in the current review of temporary changes to NHS services in Powys by completing our online survey by 15 February 2026.

30/01/2026
News from Hywel Dda University Health Board: Next Steps on their Clinical Services Plan

Hywel Dda University Health Board will hold an Extraordinary Board meeting on 18 and 19 February 2026 to consider the future model for nine services included in the Clinical Services Plan.

27/01/2026
Walks for Hope in Powys

Walks for Hope take place across Powys for people bereaved or affected by suicide.

26/01/2026
Focus on ... Eye Health

How you can access urgent and routine eye health care with an NHS Wales optometrist.

21/01/2026
Meeting of the Board on 28 January 2026

Board meetings will be Livestreamed and uploaded to YouTube after the meeting.

16/01/2026
Small changes, big impact: How to set realistic goals for drinking less
Image of male refusing alcohol
Image of male refusing alcohol

A new year can often mean some big resolutions – and the bigger they are the harder they are to stick to. When it comes to alcohol, small changes can make the biggest difference in the long run.

12/01/2026
Preventing the Preventable: the Annual Report of the Director of Public Health

The latest annual report of the Director of Public Health is now available

06/01/2026
News from Hywel Dda University Health Board: Next Steps on their Clinical Services Plan
06/01/2026
Share your views 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.

06/01/2026
Update from Powys Teaching Health Board on Pharmacy Services in Llanfyllin

Update from Powys Teaching Health Board on Pharmacy Services in Llanfyllin

02/01/2026
Three surprising mental health benefits of Dry January
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Image of hand over wine glass, while glass of wine being offered

Overdone it this festive season? Dry January means a chance to reset - not just physically, but mentally too - helping you feel clearer, calmer, and more in control.  

24/12/2025
Update on NHS Dental Services in Llandrindod Wells
22/12/2025
Update from Powys Teaching Health Board and Powys County Council: Bid for Newtown hub submitted to Welsh Government

If the bid for funding is approved, and planning permission is granted, then construction work could start as early as 2027.

18/12/2025
NHS Wales mental health staff share festive wellbeing tips

Mental health professionals from NHS Wales have come together to share their top wellbeing tips for the festive season.

16/12/2025
Powys Teaching Health Board Invites Residents to remaining Community Drop in Events

There are still seven drop in events around the county for residents to have their say with Powys Teaching Health Board as part of its Better Together programme.

15/12/2025
Appointment of Vice Chair and Independent Member of Powys Teaching Health Board

Powys Teaching Health Board is delighted to announce the appointments of Rhiannon Beaumont-Wood to the role of Vice Chair and Mick Giannasi as Independent Member of Powys Teaching Health Board

05/12/2025