Health Board News

Hywel Dda University Health Board has today (28 May 2026) endorsed the launch of a second phase of public consultation on the future of stroke services across its four main hospitals.

Powys Teaching Health Board (PTHB) are pleased to announce a major milestone in its journey toward digital transformation. 

Hywel Dda University Health Board will consider plans to launch a second phase of public consultation on the future of stroke services at its meeting on 28 May 2026.

Two people who transformed their wellbeing with the help of NHS Wales’ online support are encouraging others to take that first step this Mental Health Awareness Week. 

People affected by cancer in Powys can now access new web pages for the Improving the Cancer Journey Programme, bringing together clear information on local support.

Warmer weather brings an increased risk of grass fires across our area. Follow this advice on how to stay safe if where you live is affected by grass fire smoke.

Join via the Heartburn Health website

Free of charge and open to anyone with an interest in rural communities

A call handler with Powys’ round-the-clock mental health support service says it saved her life after an unplanned pregnancy left her overwhelmed with anxiety.

April is Stress Awareness Month and this year’s theme is ‘Be the Change’. It’s a call to personal agency and taking action, and it’s a reminder to ask ourselves what we can do to manage stress.

Direct Payments enable you to arrange care or support services yourself instead of receiving a package of care or support arranged by the NHS. 

New phone number? Moved house?

NHS Wales is changing the way your concerns are investigated. 

Formal consultation planned later in 2026.

Investments planned in all community hospitals across the county

Renewed engagement to take place 

Ring 111 for emergency dental treatment.

Giving patients a calmer, more private and better equipped start to their surgical journey.