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Powys Teaching Health Board and OKKO Health announce collaboration to support patients living with Macular Degeneration

Patients in Powys will soon have the opportunity to take part in a groundbreaking project that will enable patients with macular degeneration to self-monitor their sight on their own smartphones, between scheduled outpatient appointments.  Powys Teaching Health Board is excited to be working on an innovative collaboration with OKKO Health, a leader in eye health technology.

30/08/2024
Powys Teaching Health Board Annual General Meeting 2pm-3pm, 11 September 2024

Our AGM will take place from 2.00pm to 3.00pm on 11 September 2024 virtually via Microsoft Teams. 

30/08/2024
Important information on Minor Injury Units in Powys
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Text graphic which reads Important information on Minor Injury Units in Powys

It is really important to stress that community hospitals in Powys do not provide acute care. Instead, they provide those services that it is safe and appropriate to offer in a rural community setting including treatment for minor injuries.

22/08/2024
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 nerve-wracking experience for students, but whatever grades you get remember they’re just one step in your educational journey.

14/08/2024
Learning from hospital-acquired COVID-19 patient safety investigations
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Nosocomial review banner with map of Wales and blurred hospital setting in the backrgound

NHS Wales has recently concluded an extensive two-year programme of work with the National Nosocomial COVID-19 Programme, to review the unusually high number of suspected nosocomial COVID-19 patient safety incidents recorded during the onset of the pandemic.

14/08/2024
A statement from Powys Teaching Health Board
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PTHB logo on a blue background

As an organisation that is proud to both serve and employ people of all ethnicities and faiths we have been appalled by the level of violence, racism and destruction we have seen over the last few days in various parts of the UK.

07/08/2024