Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

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Welcome to the official page for Cardiff and Vale University Health Board. This page is monitored during office hours only (8.30am - 4.30pm). If you have an urgent enquiry outside of this time, please contact 029 20 747747.

21/02/2026

Its match day in Cardiff. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

If you’re going out to support Wales today, please drink responsibly and take extra care to keep yourself safe.

High levels of alcohol consumption can lead to increase pressure on our Emergency Unit, and an increase in crime and violence.

Emergency and NHS workers are here to keep you safe, but are too often faced with abuse or assault. This should never be ‘part of the job’.

It is now an official offence to cause a nuisance or disturbance on NHS premises.

Those who cause a nuisance or disturbance and prevent our colleagues from carrying out their duties could be affected by these powers under the Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008.

Please be sensible this weekend and work

We’re recruiting Arts and Crafts Volunteers to support patient wellbeing at University Hospital Llandough and Barry Hosp...
20/02/2026

We’re recruiting Arts and Crafts Volunteers to support patient wellbeing at University Hospital Llandough and Barry Hospital.

If you’re creative, friendly and enjoy spending time with people, we’d love to hear from you.

Use your hobby to make a meaningful difference. 🎨

You can find more information on how to apply on our website.

Did you know that, if you do not have a regular NHS dentist, there are still options to receive emergency dental care? I...
20/02/2026

Did you know that, if you do not have a regular NHS dentist, there are still options to receive emergency dental care?

If you experience severe dental pain, swelling, trauma or excessive bleeding you should call your dentist. If you do not have an NHS dentist, you can call the CAV 24/7 dental helpline on 0300 10 20 247 and press option 1 for urgent dental advice.

This service is for emergency dental enquiries only and does not remove the need for a regular dental checkup.

If you do not currently have an NHS dentist, you can register your interest now by using the Dental Access portal.

NHS Wales Performance and Improvement is looking for people with lived experience of Clostridioides difficile (C. diff) ...
19/02/2026

NHS Wales Performance and Improvement is looking for people with lived experience of Clostridioides difficile (C. diff) to take part in a video project that aims to improve understanding of this infection among NHS colleagues.

If you’re a patient, family member, carer or healthcare professional with a personal story to share, please get in touch using this short form: https://orlo.uk/9hnKn

19/02/2026

Sore throat or suspected tonsillitis? You don’t always need to see a GP.

If you’re feeling unwell with a sore throat, your local pharmacy may be able to help.

The management of Sore Throat within the Common Ailment Service is a free NHS service available in all community pharmacies. A pharmacist will assess your symptoms and provide antibiotics if needed.

You don’t always need an appointment, but it’s best to call ahead to check a pharmacist is available.

Find your local pharmacy within Cardiff and Vale on the Community Pharmacies page of our website.

Get seen by the right person, in the right place, first time. 💙

A sapling grown from the much-loved Sycamore Gap tree that once towered over Hadrian’s Wall in Northumberland has been p...
18/02/2026

A sapling grown from the much-loved Sycamore Gap tree that once towered over Hadrian’s Wall in Northumberland has been planted at University Hospital Llandough (UHL), as a powerful symbol of hope for people living with chronic conditions, and the loved ones and healthcare professionals who support them. 🌳

Planted at a small ceremony on Wednesday 18th February, the sapling is one of just 49 grown from seeds collected from the iconic 49-foot sycamore felled illegally in 2023. The sapling was gifted as part of the National Trust’s Trees of Hope initiative.

An application from Cardiff & Vale Health Charity’s Better Life Fund and the All-Wales Adult Cystic Fibrosis Centre, based at UHL, was chosen from hundreds to receive the sapling.

Consultant Chest and CF Physician Dr Dawn Lau, who led the application, said: “We are thrilled to receive and home the Sycamore Gap sapling. It embodies such a special symbol of hope arising from adversity, apparent hopelessness and loss.

“For people living with Cystic Fibrosis and other chronic genetic life-limiting conditions, as well as those looking after them, this ‘Tree of Hope’ serves as a visual symbol of strength and perseverance, as well as a legacy to those who have gone before.”

Clinicians, former colleagues, relatives of patients and members of the Health Board attended the planting ceremony. Chief Executive of Cardiff and Vale University Health Board, Suzanne Rankin said: “This sapling comes from a tree that meant a great deal to many people. When it was lost, it left a sense of sadness far beyond where it stood. Planting this new tree creates a visible sign of hope, continuity and renewal in an environment that can often feel stressful or uncertain.

“As it takes root and grows, we hope it will become a living reminder of the power of hope, the importance of community, and the enduring impact of support and compassion in people’s lives.”

The sapling, which can live up to 400 years, has been planted in Our Health Meadow, the hospital’s seven-acre green space which offers a welcome outdoor retreat for patients, visitors and Health Board staff. Read more: 🔗 👇

Ramadan Mubarak 💙Spiritual care is that care which recognises and responds to the needs of the human spirit when faced w...
18/02/2026

Ramadan Mubarak 💙

Spiritual care is that care which recognises and responds to the needs of the human spirit when faced with trauma, ill health or sadness and can include the need for meaning, for self worth, to express oneself, for faith support, perhaps for rites or prayer or sacrament, or simply for a sensitive listener.

Hospital Chaplains provide spiritual care to the hospital community. They take their place alongside the multi-disciplinary team which seeks to provide holistic care for patients and those close to them. The service we offer is confidential and non-judgemental and is available to everyone.

18/02/2026

Unsettled weather continues across the UK, with warnings in place for rain, snow and ice.

Meet Tomos, Senior Wellbeing Practitioner at The Hangout in Barry. “No matter where you’re at in your life or how you’re...
17/02/2026

Meet Tomos, Senior Wellbeing Practitioner at The Hangout in Barry.

“No matter where you’re at in your life or how you’re feeling, the most important thing for your mental wellbeing is that you reach out and speak to somebody. At The Hangout we’re always here for you” says Tomos.

Developed in partnership with mental health charity Platfform, The Hangout is a safe and welcoming space for 11 to 17-year-olds to access mental health support, wellbeing sessions and activity groups.

If you need emotional wellbeing and mental health support, or just somebody to speak to, you’re always welcome at The Hangout.

The Hangout has bases in both Cardiff and Barry, and can be accessed by walking-in, no appointment needed.

📍 26-28 Churchill Way, CF10 2DY
📍 3A Tynewydd Road, CF62 8HB
🕙3pm – 9pm Monday to Friday, 12pm – 6pm at the weekends and bank holidays.

Platfform

Meet some of the school nursing team at Cardiff and Vale University Health Board. If you’re a parent or carer of a child...
17/02/2026

Meet some of the school nursing team at Cardiff and Vale University Health Board.

If you’re a parent or carer of a child aged five to 16, you can get confidential advice and support from the team through Parentline.

The Parentline service allows you to text a school nurse on 07312 263178 for help and support for a wide range of topics, including:
• Emotional wellbeing
• Day and night-time wetting
• Soiling
• Healthy eating
• Behaviour
• Relationships

Visit the website to find out more.

UPDATE 17/02: These issues have now been resolved.Redlands Surgery, Penarth, is currently experiencing technical difficu...
16/02/2026

UPDATE 17/02: These issues have now been resolved.

Redlands Surgery, Penarth, is currently experiencing technical difficulties with their telephone lines, which means that patients are unable to get through to the practice by telephone.

Any patients needing to contact the practice urgently are asked to attend the practice if possible.

Clinics are not affected and anyone with a booked appointment should continue to attend as normal.

Thank you for your patience and understanding while the practice is working to resolve the issue.

Meet Debbie, a Healthcare Support Worker at the Emergency Unit at the University Hospital of Wales.You can help Debbie a...
16/02/2026

Meet Debbie, a Healthcare Support Worker at the Emergency Unit at the University Hospital of Wales.

You can help Debbie and the team by choosing the right healthcare service for your needs and only attending the Emergency Unit in a life or limb-threatening situation.

Medical emergencies include:
¡ Chest pain or difficulties breathing
¡ Signs of a stroke
¡ Loss of consciousness
¡ Severe loss of blood
¡ Choking
¡ Fitting / convulsions
¡ Drowning
¡ Severe allergic reactions

NHS 111 Wales is your first step if you are feeling unwell and not sure where to go for help.

Trained healthcare professionals can help you avoid unnecessary trips to A&E or your GP, reducing pressure on busy frontline services by directing you to the most appropriate service.

by choosing the right healthcare service for your needs.

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Cardiff And Vale University Local Health Board HQ, University Hospital Of Wales, Heath Park
Cardiff
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Welcome to the official page for Cardiff and Vale University Health Board. This page is monitored during office hours only (8.30am - 4.30pm) If you have an urgent enquiry outside of this time, please contact 029 20 747747.