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2025

20/08/2025
Gianni's 12km wheelchair journey to make life brighter for young people

An assistant psychologist in our child and adolescent mental health service (CAMHS) is doing a 12km sponsored ‘walk’ to brighten the lives of young people.

The really impressive thing about Gianni Frary’s trip from Old Colwyn to Penrhyn Bay during the next month, is he’s doing it in his wheelchair.

15/08/2025
North Wales' top nurse tells 'historic' student nursing cohort – 'We are ready for you'

The Health Board’s head of nursing said it was an honour to stand before the first cohort of student nurses to complete a course in central North Wales for three decades.

13/08/2025
Pioneering ultrasound-guided technique transforms carpal tunnel care and frees up operating theatres

Patients are now benefiting from a ground-breaking surgical innovation that is transforming the way carpal tunnel syndrome is treated—offering faster recovery, lower costs, and no visible scars.

11/08/2025
North Wales Emergency Departments recognised for their environmental efforts

Our Emergency Departments in Wrexham and Glan Clwyd have both achieved Bronze accreditation in the Royal College for Emergency Medicine’s (RCEM) GreenED programme.

07/08/2025
Rhyl, Holywell and Llangefni have been named Breastfeeding Welcome Communities

Three more areas of North Wales have been recognised for the welcome and encouragement they give to breastfeeding mums

05/08/2025
Early detection saves lives: Rhys Meirion shares his bowel cancer journey to encourage screening

Opera star Rhys Meirion, who was diagnosed with bowel cancer is now passionately urging others to participate in screening programmes.

31/07/2025
North Wales Cancer Treatment Centre re-designated Tessa Jowell Centre of Excellence

The cancer treatment centre for North Wales has been re-designated a Centre of Excellence for the research, treatment and care provided to patients with a brain tumour.

31/07/2025
Our Year 2024 - 2025: North Wales Medical Education Department

As we prepare for the next academic year, we reflect on our achievements for 2024/25.

29/07/2025
"They saved my life": Stroke prevention nurses uncover life-threatening condition during college health check

A routine blood pressure check carried out by a stroke prevention nurse at Coleg Llandrillo, Rhyl last year, has been credited with saving the life of a public services lecturer and programme leader from Grwp Llandrillo Menai.

25/07/2025
Early plans revealed for new Health and Wellbeing Centre in Penygroes

Early plans have been unveiled for a new Health and Wellbeing Centre in Penygroes, as part of a commitment to expand and improve access to vital service across Dyffryn Nantlle.

25/07/2025
The beginning of our journey: Improving women's health in North Wales

When we work together, we can create real, lasting change for women and their families in North Wales...

23/07/2025
Faster treatment for patients needing radiotherapy

More people will receive radiotherapy as Ysbyty Glan Clwyd receives new cancer treatment machines.

18/07/2025
Join our Board: Independent Member (Finance)

Welsh Government are seeking to appoint an Independent Member (Finance) to help shape the future of health and care services across our region here in North Wales.

16/07/2025
Three initiatives shortlisted as finalists at NHS Wales Awards

We are thrilled to announce that three BCU initiatives have been shortlisted as finalists at this year’s NHS Wales Awards. 

15/07/2025
Have your say on the future of Tywyn Community Hospital

We are inviting local residents and community groups to share their views on the future of Tywyn Community Hospital as part of a formal service review.

14/07/2025
Carol reflects on her recent interview for the Sunday Supplement.

One of the key messages I wanted to share is that our focus is on building a health board that’s strong enough, not just for today, but for...

03/07/2025
North Wales Celebrates Learning Disability Week with a Hiking and Biking Challenge

North Wales came together to celebrate Learning Disability Awareness Week (16th–22nd June 2025) with a fun and active hiking and biking challenge.

02/07/2025
Over 300 patients benefit as hand surgery in Minor Operating Procedure Rooms expands across the Health Board

More than 300 patients have now undergone successful hand surgery in dedicated Minor Operating Procedure (MOPs) Rooms across the Health Board.

20/06/2025
Cancer survivor urges others not to delay their cervical screening tests

A 53-year-old woman who was shocked to discover she had cervical cancer after initially attributing her symptoms to perimenopause is now urging other women to stay on top of their cervical screening tests.

18/06/2025
Medics keeping the beat in front of almost 5,000 people

A group of medics are promising to maintain a healthy rhythm at a local music festival.