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30/06/2020
Winners of UK's first online Health Hack event find innovative solutions to COVID-19 crisis

Despite the challenges COVID-19 has created, the outbreak has inspired clinicians to develop innovative projects to help them better communicate between themselves and their patients.

29/06/2020
Construction work starts on first phase of internal works as part of the Ruthin Hospital redevelopment

Redevelopment work to bring a range of health services under one roof at Ruthin Hospital has begun.

22/06/2020
Catering staff hospitalised due to COVID-19 thank clinical colleagues for saving their lives

Staff at Ysbyty Gwynedd broke into a round of applause as two of their colleagues were discharged from hospital this month after beating COVID-19.

21/06/2020
Glan Clwyd lit up in rainbow colours to celebrate staff and mark hospital's 40th birthday

Glan Clwyd Hospital was lit up in rainbow colours yesterday to celebrate the efforts of NHS staff to tackle COVID-19 and mark the hospital’s 40th birthday. The site was lit up at 9.44pm to mark four decades of care at the Bodelwyddan hospital.

21/06/2020
It's OK not to be OK: new and expectant dads encouraged to reach out for support

New and expectant dads who are struggling with their mental health are being encouraged to reach out for support from their midwife, health visitor or GP.

19/06/2020
Simple non-invasive test to help diagnose bowel problems available for patients in North Wales

A new non-invasive test which can effectively rule out serious bowel problems, such as cancer, is now offered to patients from their GP to complete at home. 

19/06/2020
Antimicrobial Pharmacist develops online learning resource to help home schooling parents teach children about infection prevention and antibiotics

A North Wales pharmacist is helping parents who are home schooling their children access learning about infection prevention, microorganisms and antibiotic use.

17/06/2020
Essential cancer services and support campaign urges patients: Don't wait, don't leave it too late

Cancer services are still available during the COVID-19 pandemic and people with possible symptoms of cancer are urged not to put off seeking help and advice, the Health Minister said today.

17/06/2020
Praise for 'amazing' learning disability support during the COVID-19 lockdown

People with learning disabilities and their families have hailed the ‘amazing’ support received from NHS and social services staff during the COVID-19 lockdown.

16/06/2020
Antibody testing starts in North Wales

Testing for COVID-19 antibodies has started in North Wales. Blood Sciences staff across North Wales have begun taking blood tests of NHS Staff and key workers as part of a national programme to improve our understanding of the virus.

16/06/2020
Conwy choir helps adults with learning disabilities sing and sign their way through the lockdown loneliness

An online choir is using sign language and song to help adults with learning disabilities in Conwy have fun and make new friends during the COVID-19 lockdown.

The weekly Conwy Makaton Choir singalongs have been credited with reducing loneliness and helping adults with learning disabilities to increase their confidence and learn new skills.

15/06/2020
Tribute to Rizal Manalo, Nurse on Ward 5, Glan Clwyd Hospital

It’s with great sadness that we share the news of the death of Rizal Manalo, who worked as a nurse on Ward 5 at Glan Clwyd Hospital. Rizal, known as Zaldy to his friends and colleagues, died on Sunday having been treated at the hospital’s critical care unit over the last few weeks after contracting COVID-19.

12/06/2020
New INR self-testing service for patients in North Wales

Patients who are prone to blood clots are now able to monitor themselves at home during the COVID-19 pandemic with a new testing machine.

11/06/2020
Wrexham Maelor staff helps patient celebrate 100th birthday

Staff on an Orthopaedic Ward at Wrexham Maelor Hospital pulled out all the stops to ensure one of their patients celebrated their 100th birthday in style.

08/06/2020
Fundraising drive helps purchase specialist equipment for Ysbyty Gwynedd's Neonatal Unit

Thousands of pounds have helped towards paying for new equipment at Ysbyty Gwynedd’s Neonatal Unit by the family of a boy who was given lifesaving treatment as a newborn.

04/06/2020
Mobile heart clinics continuing to provide vital care for patients during COVID-19

Life-saving heart scans are continuing within the community during the outbreak of COVID-19 thanks to dedicated cardiac specialists.

02/06/2020
Thank you to our volunteers

The beginning of June marks the start of Volunteers’ Week, an annual celebration of the contribution millions of people make across the country through volunteering.