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a collage of nurses
a collage of nurses
12/05/2026
International Nurses Day Celebrating Our Nurses

On International Nurses Day, we are proud to shine a spotlight on just some of the nurses working across Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board, whose skills, compassion and commitment make a difference to patients, families and communities every day. 

woman holding chest
woman holding chest
11/05/2026
New heartburn research programme launches in Wales
colleagues who have each given 40 or more years of dedicated service to the NHS
colleagues who have each given 40 or more years of dedicated service to the NHS
11/05/2026
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board celebrates colleagues with 40 years of service
07/05/2026
Recognising safeguarding excellence across NHS Wales

The inaugural NHS Wales Safeguarding Celebration Event took place in March 2026 at Cardiff Castle.

Three photos of Lucy
Three photos of Lucy
01/05/2026
From McDonald's to Midwife - Lucy's Story

Merthyr Tydfil local, Lucy, has always dreamed of becoming a midwife. After leaving school, she started her working life at McDonald’s, but her ambition to support women and families through pregnancy and birth never left her.

Seren Annual Awards 2026 Banner
Seren Annual Awards 2026 Banner
30/04/2026
CTM Seren Annual Awards 2026 - Public nominations now open

We’re proud to launch the Seren Annual Awards 2026, celebrating the people and teams who make a real difference to patients, families and communities across Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board.

Elderly couple sitting on a bench
Elderly couple sitting on a bench
24/04/2026
Are you eligible for the RSV or COVID-19 spring vaccination?

Two important vaccines are being offered this spring, and we want to make sure everyone who is eligible gets the protection they need.

Midwife
Midwife
30/04/2026
New 'Bloom' midwifery service to support families

A new specialist midwifery service in Cwm Taf Morgannwg, aimed at supporting women and pregnant people with complex social needs, is set to launch in Bridgend this spring.

Boardroom Table and Chairs
Boardroom Table and Chairs
30/04/2026
Board Meeting Notice - 21 May 2026

Notice is hereby given that a meeting of the Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board will be held on Thursday, 21 May 2026 at 9:00am at The Hub, Royal Glamorgan Hospital Site, Llantrisant, CF72 8XR.

Don
Don
15/04/2026
"Seeing the improvements to my life has been so worth it." - David's Falls Prevention Experience

Anyone can have a fall, but the older people get, the more likely it becomes, especially if they have mobility problems.

Hands holding liver
Hands holding liver
16/04/2026
World Liver Day 2026 "Solid Habits, Strong Liver"

World Liver day is a great opportunity to pause, check-in on your health and think about small, realistic changes that can support your liver long-term.

entrances of hospital sites
entrances of hospital sites
31/03/2026
New Visiting Guidance Introduced across CTMUHB Hospital Sites

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is pleased to introduce its new visiting guidance, which will come into effect from Wednesday 1 April 2026. 

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board Banner
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board Banner
02/04/2026
Facts about the current dispute with Unite regarding the banding of our health visitors

The Health Board believes it is important to clarify the facts about the current dispute with Unite regarding the banding of our health visitors.

Luc and his father
Luc and his father
30/03/2026
"The signs were there. We just didn't know."

Around one in five children and young people diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes are already in diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) when they arrive at hospital. DKA is a life-threatening emergency that occurs when Type 1 diabetes goes undiagnosed.  

23/03/2026
Health Visitors Industrial Action

You may be aware that some Health Visitors in the CTM Health Board area are taking industrial action over the next 4 weeks (23rd February to 20th March 2026).

painted egg on a branch
painted egg on a branch
25/03/2026
Staying Well this Easter Bank Holiday

With Easter on the horizon, this bank holiday weekend often marks the start of brighter days to come.

external of Llantrisant Health Park
external of Llantrisant Health Park
11/02/2026
Major New Healthcare Development for South East Wales: Llantrisant Health Park

The vision for a regional healthcare hub in South East Wales has taken a significant step forward this week, following official approval of funding for phase one of the development by Welsh Government.

Nicola Prygodzicz, Chief Executive Aneurin Bevan UHB, Paul Mears Chief Executive Cwm Taf Morgannwg UHB, Eluned Morgan MS, First Minister, Jeremy Miles MS Cabinet Secretary Health and  Social Care, Vicky Le Grys Strategic Planning Cardiff and Vale Universi
Nicola Prygodzicz, Chief Executive Aneurin Bevan UHB, Paul Mears Chief Executive Cwm Taf Morgannwg UHB, Eluned Morgan MS, First Minister, Jeremy Miles MS Cabinet Secretary Health and  Social Care, Vicky Le Grys Strategic Planning Cardiff and Vale Universi
27/03/2026
Spades in the ground for Llantrisant Health Park as ministers mark major NHS milestone

Construction of a major new healthcare facility for South East Wales has officially begun, with a “ground-breaking” ceremony attended by the First Minister for Wales Eluned Morgan and Jeremy Miles, Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care.

community partnership and HMP Parc
community partnership and HMP Parc
31/03/2026
Community partnership in Cwm Taf Morgannwg wins national vaccination award

A community partnership led by Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board (CTMUHB) has been recognised nationally for its work to improve vaccination uptake and protect local communities. 

Doctor holding medication whilst using laptop
Doctor holding medication whilst using laptop
27/03/2026
New electronic prescribing and medicines administration system launches in CTM

A new digital system to support safer, more efficient prescribing of medicines is being introduced across our hospitals in Cwm Taf Morgannwg.