Health Board News

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

At an extraordinary Board Meeting on 19 February 2026, Hywel Dda University Health Board made decisions on the next steps for its Clinical Services Plan.

We are delighted to share that Welsh Government has approved our Outline Business Case for a new health and wellbeing hub in Newtown. 

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

Most people know that stopping smoking is one of the best things you can do for your physical health. Quitting means a healthier heart and lungs, improved circulation and a reduced risk of cancer

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

Work is progressing well to secure a new community pharmacy service in Llanfyllin, and a recommendation has been made by our Pharmaceutical Applications Committee. 

Work is expected to take place between March and August 2026.

Powys Teaching Health Board (PTHB) is urging residents across the county to seek support early and play their part in reducing stigma around self-harm ahead of a National Day of Recognition.

If you or your child has missed your MMR vaccination, come along to one of our drop-in clinics across Powys this week or contact your GP to arrange a vaccination. You can catch up with missed MMR doses at any age.

Projects essential to the next stage of integrating health and social care in Powys have received a £7.1 million boost, with agreement reached on funding priorities for 2026-27.

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.

The arrival of newborn lambs is a special and familiar sight across the Powys countryside. While lambing season is a much-anticipated time for farming communities, Powys Teaching Health Board is issuing a gentle reminder about the small but important health risks and how to stay safe.

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

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

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.

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.