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19th October 2022

Talented researchers in Wales working on life-changing research recognised at annual research conference

Health and social care researchers in Wales have been recognised for their ground-breaking work in the use of health data in the pandemic response, the outcomes of unpaid carers, young people’s sleep...

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19th October 2022

Patients boosted by innovations in musculoskeletal health

New and improved methods of managing Musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions such as osteoporosis and arthritis are benefitting people across Wales. Wellness coaches, voucher schemes, group coaching and discounted gym memberships are...

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18th October 2022

“Taking part in research is not only helping me but provides the evidence needed to help people who will tackle cancer in the future”

Grandfather Anthony Rendell, 72, from Rogiet in Caldicot was diagnosed with a rare cancer called mantle cell lymphoma in Spring 2022. As a retired senior nurse himself with a family of...

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13th October 2022

TrakCel and ZS partner to advance cell and gene therapy orchestration through AI and technology

Enhanced data analytics to provide CGT sector with technological support as advanced as the development of CGTs Cardiff, UK, October 13, 2022 – TrakCel, the leading supplier of cellular orchestration solutions...

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11th October 2022

Written Statement: Planning resilient urgent and emergency care services for winter

Eluned Morgan MS, Minister for Health and Social Services I am pleased to update Members on our planning approach to support resilient urgent and emergency care services this winter. It...

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11th October 2022

£2 million to improve emergency waiting rooms

The Welsh Government has announced £2m to upgrade emergency department waiting areas this winter. The improvements will provide facilities in hospital emergency departments, including improved seating, information screens, better access...

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10th October 2022

New mental health unit plan moves a step closer

Outline plans to build a new mental health unit at Ysbyty Glan Clwyd to improve the quality care for adults and older people have been approved by the Health Minister....

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7th October 2022

Written Statement: Quality Statement for Palliative and End of Life Care

Eluned Morgan MS, Minister for Health and Social Services Today, I am publishing the quality statement for palliative and end of life care, which sets out the Welsh Government’s future...

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6th October 2022

Health Technology Wales publishes pilot adoption audit report

  The impact of national guidance published by Health Technology Wales (HTW) has been revealed in its first adoption audit pilot report. When HTW was established in 2017 Welsh Government...

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3rd October 2022

£6.4 million to support vital health and social care research in Wales

Health and Care Research Wales announces the recipients of its latest funding call awards, with key investments covering a wide range of research topics from promoting mental wellbeing to women’s...

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3rd October 2022

Faster costing for commercial research in the UK

Costing commercial research in the UK The way commercial research is costed and negotiated in Wales and across the UK is changing to improve consistency and reduce unnecessary delays to...

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3rd October 2022

Glowing Endorsement of Apprentice Olivia’s Contribution to Health Board

pprentice Olivia Headley-Grant’s ambition to do things better, faster and more efficiently is infectious in her team at Cardiff and Vale University Health Board. That’s the opinion of Cath Doman,...

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3rd October 2022

Celebrating the innovation ecosystem at the Welsh NHS Confederation Annual Conference and Exhibition 2022

Life Sciences Hub Wales is delighted to be taking part in this year’s Welsh NHS Confederation Annual Conference and Exhibition, which is taking place on 1 November at the All...

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29th September 2022

Sêr Cymru: apply for STEMM research equipment

How to apply for STEMM research equipment The Welsh Government Office for Science is inviting Welsh universities to bid for capital funding to purchase equipment for STEMM (Science, Technology, Engineering,...

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29th September 2022

Cardiff Metropolitan University leads the way to develop a new and innovative Life saving Device to Monitor and Treat Heart Failure Patients

The Failing Heart and the Implantable Device. Globally, approximately 26 million people are currently living with heart failure. This condition can deteriorate to a point where a patient’s heart can...

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28th September 2022

Symposium showcases vital research supporting pandemic recovery for communities in Wales

Evidence reviews which played a pivotal role in informing how Welsh Government can support communities who faced some of the most negative effects of the pandemic were the focus of...

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28th September 2022

Eakin Surgical scales up contract manufacturing services

Eakin Surgical – a UK single-use surgical instruments manufacturer based in Cardiff, South Wales – is scaling up its contract manufacturing services. The company aims to help medical device OEMs...

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28th September 2022

The Academy of Medical Sciences launches new Cross-Sector Programme

The Academy of Medical Sciences (AMS) has launched their Cross-Sector Programme, designed to promote health innovation by bringing together cross-sector innovators and researchers through networking events and a collaborative funding scheme. The programme connects...

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26th September 2022

First patients undergo robotic assisted surgery in Wales under innovative national programme

State-of-the-art surgical robots are now helping to treat colorectal and gynaecological cancer patients in Wales as part of the new National Robotic Assisted Surgery Programme. The National Robotic Assisted Surgery...

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23rd September 2022

Prestigious Fellowship For Creo Founder

The founder and chief technology officer at Creo Medical Group has been elected as a Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering. Professor Chris Hancock, who has more than 25...

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